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.

Feb
21
Wed
Christian Skate @ YMCA/NW Skateland
Feb 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Christian Skate @ YMCA/NW Skateland | Albany | Oregon | United States

Worship on Wheels
6pm-8pm
$8

Worship on Wheels adapts to the fast-paced modern lifestyle, making spiritual connections more convenient and available to a diverse range of individuals. Whether through music, prayer, or interactive sessions, this mobile worship experience aims to create a meaningful and transformative encounter with faith, embracing the idea that spirituality knows no boundaries.

* WAIVER NOTICE * – All occupants are highly encouraged to complete an individual online waiver before arriving to avoid potential delays of entry.
Management reserves the right to refuse entry for any reason.

** Know Before You Roll **
* Online Sales , Valid Waiver (15 min early entry)
* Traditional quad skates included, Inline skates $5.00 additional
* Walking Assist Skate Mates (Sundays Only)

Feb
24
Sat
SHOCASE GALA – The Golden Age of Music @ Sweet Home High School
Feb 24 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
SHOCASE GALA - The Golden Age of Music @ Sweet Home High School | Sweet Home | Oregon | United States

SHOCASE GALA – The Golden Age of Music
Don your formal attire and enjoy a classy night out! Come and hear local artists perform hits from the 1940s, 50s and 60s, then enjoy a night of Jazz from Oregon Native and Globally in-demand jazz performer, Gina Saputo. Tickets can be purchased for $15 at:
https://shocase.ticketleap.com/gala-golden-age/

VIP Event preceding starts at 6:00PM – Tickets $35 Includes both events.

Mar
20
Wed
Christian Skate @ YMCA/NW Skateland
Mar 20 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Christian Skate @ YMCA/NW Skateland | Albany | Oregon | United States

Worship on Wheels
6pm-8pm
$8

Worship on Wheels adapts to the fast-paced modern lifestyle, making spiritual connections more convenient and available to a diverse range of individuals. Whether through music, prayer, or interactive sessions, this mobile worship experience aims to create a meaningful and transformative encounter with faith, embracing the idea that spirituality knows no boundaries.

* WAIVER NOTICE * – All occupants are highly encouraged to complete an individual online waiver before arriving to avoid potential delays of entry.
Management reserves the right to refuse entry for any reason.

** Know Before You Roll **
* Online Sales , Valid Waiver (15 min early entry)
* Traditional quad skates included, Inline skates $5.00 additional
* Walking Assist Skate Mates (Sundays Only)

Mar
30
Sat
Sweet Home – 74th Annual Rock and Mineral Show @ Sweet Home High School Gym
Mar 30 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sweet Home - 74th Annual Rock and Mineral Show @ Sweet Home High School Gym | Sweet Home | Oregon | United States

Come and enjoy a rock and mineral show! The theme this year is “A Pyrite’s Treasure Chest”.
There will be various displays, vendors, raffles, door prizes, as well as a snack bar!
Admission is $1.00
12 and under, free if accompanied by an adult.

Mar
31
Sun
Sweet Home – 74th Annual Rock and Mineral Show @ Sweet Home High School Gym
Mar 31 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sweet Home - 74th Annual Rock and Mineral Show @ Sweet Home High School Gym | Sweet Home | Oregon | United States

Come and enjoy a rock and mineral show! The theme this year is “A Pyrite’s Treasure Chest”.
There will be various displays, vendors, raffles, door prizes, as well as a snack bar!
Admission is $1.00
12 and under, free if accompanied by an adult.

Apr
13
Sat
RaSani Fair @ Linn County Expo Center
Apr 13 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
RaSani Fair @ Linn County Expo Center | Albany | Oregon | United States

The Rasani Fair is Oregon’s largest premier body mind spirit holistic fair. There will be a large variety of alternative and holistic independent practitioners, high-quality artisans, creative craftsman, and more.  20 Free presentations; two at the top of each hour will be held on both days. See the lineup of inspirational speakers at www.RaSaniFair.com/speakers.   A raffle will be held benefiting Family Tree Relief Nursery, our local nonprofit supporting children and their families to create a stronger healthier community.

Admission is $5 and kids 13 and under are free. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door on the days of the event. Cash is preferred, but cards are accepted.
Thai Express and N’Reeners New York Style Sandwiches will be available both days.

Open Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
This year: on Sunday morning only from 9:30 am-9:50 am the public is invited to our outdoor drumming circle where we set the intention for the day, honor our loved ones, and drum/rattle together. Feel free to bring a rattle or drum and join in or just watch. It’s a powerful event! Held outside the Santiam building near our entrance.

Future Fair Dates:

October 5 & 6, 2024
April 12 & 13, 2025
October 4 & 5, 2025

 

Apr
14
Sun
RaSani Fair @ Linn County Expo Center
Apr 14 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
RaSani Fair @ Linn County Expo Center | Albany | Oregon | United States

The Rasani Fair is Oregon’s largest premier body mind spirit holistic fair. There will be a large variety of alternative and holistic independent practitioners, high-quality artisans, creative craftsman, and more.  20 Free presentations; two at the top of each hour will be held on both days. See the lineup of inspirational speakers at www.RaSaniFair.com/speakers.   A raffle will be held benefiting Family Tree Relief Nursery, our local nonprofit supporting children and their families to create a stronger healthier community.

Admission is $5 and kids 13 and under are free. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door on the days of the event. Cash is preferred, but cards are accepted.
Thai Express and N’Reeners New York Style Sandwiches will be available both days.

Open Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
This year: on Sunday morning only from 9:30 am-9:50 am the public is invited to our outdoor drumming circle where we set the intention for the day, honor our loved ones, and drum/rattle together. Feel free to bring a rattle or drum and join in or just watch. It’s a powerful event! Held outside the Santiam building near our entrance.

Future Fair Dates:

October 5 & 6, 2024
April 12 & 13, 2025
October 4 & 5, 2025

 

Apr
17
Wed
Christian Skate @ YMCA/NW Skateland
Apr 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Christian Skate @ YMCA/NW Skateland | Albany | Oregon | United States

Worship on Wheels
6pm-8pm
$8

Worship on Wheels adapts to the fast-paced modern lifestyle, making spiritual connections more convenient and available to a diverse range of individuals. Whether through music, prayer, or interactive sessions, this mobile worship experience aims to create a meaningful and transformative encounter with faith, embracing the idea that spirituality knows no boundaries.

* WAIVER NOTICE * – All occupants are highly encouraged to complete an individual online waiver before arriving to avoid potential delays of entry.
Management reserves the right to refuse entry for any reason.

** Know Before You Roll **
* Online Sales , Valid Waiver (15 min early entry)
* Traditional quad skates included, Inline skates $5.00 additional
* Walking Assist Skate Mates (Sundays Only)

May
15
Wed
Christian Skate @ YMCA/NW Skateland
May 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Christian Skate @ YMCA/NW Skateland | Albany | Oregon | United States

Worship on Wheels
6pm-8pm
$8

Worship on Wheels adapts to the fast-paced modern lifestyle, making spiritual connections more convenient and available to a diverse range of individuals. Whether through music, prayer, or interactive sessions, this mobile worship experience aims to create a meaningful and transformative encounter with faith, embracing the idea that spirituality knows no boundaries.

* WAIVER NOTICE * – All occupants are highly encouraged to complete an individual online waiver before arriving to avoid potential delays of entry.
Management reserves the right to refuse entry for any reason.

** Know Before You Roll **
* Online Sales , Valid Waiver (15 min early entry)
* Traditional quad skates included, Inline skates $5.00 additional
* Walking Assist Skate Mates (Sundays Only)

May
24
Fri
Memorial Weekend Food & Wine May 24 – 26 at Moore Family Vineyards @ Moore Family Vineyards
May 24 @ 2:00 pm
Memorial Weekend Food & Wine May 24 - 26 at Moore Family Vineyards @ Moore Family Vineyards | Sweet Home | Oregon | United States

Join Moore Family Vineyards over the Memorial Day Weekend!
Food will be provided by Cheffrey’s Gourmet Grub
Winery Hours are: 
FRIDAY 2 PM TO 8 PM
SATURDAY 2 PM TO 8 PM
SUNDAY 10 AM TO 6 PM
Food Truck Hours are: 
FRIDAY 4 PM – 8 PM
SATURDAY  2 PM – 8 PM
SUNDAY 10 AM TO 4 PM