Calendar

Welcome to AVA’s monthly calendar of events. Take a peek and plan your stay-cation or your next visit to our region. The city’s most notable annual events include historic home tours, outdoor summer concerts and movies under the stars, and the Northwest Art and Air Festival.

*Note for event organizers: If you’d like to have your event listed on the AVA calendar, head over to our contact page and submit your event to us.

Jan
26
Fri
Oregon MidWinter Festival @ Linn County Expo Center
Jan 26 – Jan 28 all-day
Oregon MidWinter Festival @ Linn County Expo Center | Albany | Oregon | United States

“Mask”uerading in 2024
Oregon MidWinter Squaredance Festival
Linn County Fairgrounds, Albany, OR
January 26-28, 2024

For more information visit: http://midwinterfestival.org/

Dance, shop and visit with other dancers. Featured callers this week-end are Jet Roberts and Scott Bennett. Our round dance cuers are Rey and Sherry Garza. Our clogging instructor is Missy Shinoski.

Jan
28
Sun
Albany Civic Theater presents: The Great Gatsby @ Albany Civic Theater
Jan 28 @ 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Albany Civic Theater presents: The Great Gatsby @ Albany Civic Theater | Albany | Oregon | United States

The Great Gatsby
by Maeve Z O’Connor
Adapted from the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Directed by: Loriann Schmidt
Performances: Jan. 26, 27, 28(m), Feb. 2, 3, 4(m), 8, 9, 10, 2024

The Great Gatsby is a timeless tale of love and tragedy set in the Jazz Age of New York. Gatsby, a self-made millionaire pursues a former lover, Daisy, and his pursuit meets with a tragic end. This adaptation draws the audience’s attention to themes of equity and privilege and showcases Daisy’s strength and character. Crafted from the beloved novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, this show is a World Premiere performance by Portland playwright Maeve Z O’Connor.

Box office opens 45 minutes before performances

Bingo Sundays at Deluxe Brewing @ Deluxe Brewing Co.
Jan 28 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Bingo Sundays at Deluxe Brewing @ Deluxe Brewing Co. | Albany | Oregon | United States
It’s BINGO Sunday at Deluxe Brewing! Join them in the taproom at 3PM for BINGO paired with a delicious craft beverage. They give away swag to BINGO winners during the hour of game-play and it’s a great chance to snag some new gear or fun prizes from your favorite local small business. Their taproom is family-friendly and open to well-behaved dogs on leash.
Take advantage of Growler Sunday in the taproom! Every Sunday, they offer $4 off growler fills all day long at the brewery. Keep a little extra cash in your pocket or use it at their on-site food cart to take care of your Sunday cravings
For more information: https://linktr.ee/sinisterdeluxe
Jan
29
Mon
Acoustic Jams at Deluxe Brewing @ Deluxe Brewing Co.
Jan 29 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Acoustic Jams at Deluxe Brewing @ Deluxe Brewing Co. | Albany | Oregon | United States
You’re invited to a weekly jam event hosted by Albany Oregon Jams at Deluxe Brewing every Monday evening! This event is a chance for local musicians of all levels looking for a place to jam in Albany Oregon.
Gathering at 5PM for those who want to work on harmonies and those who want to play acoustic instruments for the singers – think Crosby-Stills, Cowsills, Eagles, etc. The group lead will be on site starting at 4:30. Sign up for all player jam songs will start at 5:00 PM for the 5:30 jam.
The all-player jam event is currently acoustic only and is played in a round-robin style. Participants are asked to come prepared to lead 2 – 4 covers that all musicians may play. Please know your key!
Deluxe Brewing is open to all ages, apart from the immediate bar area and is always pet-friendly. The taproom serves craft beer, house spirit cocktails, cider, wine and soda. The Deluxe Food Cart is also open throughout the event time for dinner orders.
Event lead Sharon Carter typically arrives around 4:30PM and attendees are welcome to arrive early to begin practice.
For more information: https://linktr.ee/sinisterdeluxe
Jan
30
Tue
No Rails Ale House 7th Anniversary @ No Rails Ale House
Jan 30 – Feb 4 all-day
No Rails Ale House 7th Anniversary @ No Rails Ale House | Albany | Oregon | United States

Stay updated for events next week through their social medias. There will be daily prizes so join them to celebrate their Anniversary!

 

Board Game Night at Deluxe Brewing @ Deluxe Brewing Co.
Jan 30 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Board Game Night at Deluxe Brewing @ Deluxe Brewing Co. | Albany | Oregon | United States
Join Deluxe Brewing in the taproom each Wednesday night in December from 6-8 PM for Board Game Night! Customers of all ages and game-playing abilities are welcome and there is no cost to participate. We have a number of game boards and card decks available in our taproom though you are welcome to bring your own.
Come to learn to play new games with fellow customers, have a pint or seasonal cocktail and plenty of fun with friends new and old. Test out your own new games with friends before hosting your own game night this holiday season, or try out one of the games brought in by our Board Game Expert, Tom Lathos, who has never-before-played games to test out for customers.
Deluxe Brewing is open to all ages and is always pet-friendly. The taproom serves craft beer, house spirit cocktails, cider, wine and soda. The Deluxe Food Cart is also open throughout the event time for dinner orders.
For more information: https://linktr.ee/sinisterdeluxe
Jan
31
Wed
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training @ Linn County Armory Building
Jan 31 @ 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training @ Linn County Armory Building | Albany | Oregon | United States

Youth Mental Health First Aid is a free entry-level training that teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adolescents ages 12-18.

January 31, 2024. 8:00 am – 3:30 pm

Linn County Armory Building
104 SW 4th Ave
Albany, OR

You will learn:
Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges
5-Step action plan to help a youth in crisis and non-crisis situations
How to connect a youth to appropriate services and supports

This training is offered without cost to you (free!) by Linn County Health Services. Registration is required and space is limited. Certification is provided.

To register, please contact:
Linn County Health Services at 541-967-3819 or prevention@co.linn.or.us

Carousel Happy Hour @ Historic Carousel & Museum
Jan 31 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Carousel Happy Hour @ Historic Carousel & Museum | Albany | Oregon | United States

It’s happy hour! Every Wednesday from 3PM-4PM at the Historic Carousel & Museum, ride tokens are just $1 and drinks in the cafe are 1/2 price, sponsored by Bish’s RV.

Photo by Nathan Pendley.

Open Mic at Dixie Creek Saloon @ Dixie Creek Saloon
Jan 31 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Open Mic at Dixie Creek Saloon @ Dixie Creek Saloon | Tangent | Oregon | United States

Food, fun, and open mic night at the Dixie Creek Saloon in Tangent!

Menu: https://dixiecreeksaloon.com/dixie_creek_menu.html

32994 Hwy 99 E, Tangent, OR, United States, Oregon

Feb
1
Thu
Albany Antique Mall – Ladies Night! @ Albany Antique Mall
Feb 1 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Albany Antique Mall - Ladies Night! @ Albany Antique Mall | Albany | Oregon | United States

LADIES NIGHT!

Thursday, February 1st, from 5pm – 9pm!

A night filled with friends, sales, chocolate and more!

(Mall will close from 4pm – 5pm to prepare.)