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.

Dec
17
Fri
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley @ Albany Civic Theater
Dec 17 all-day
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley @ Albany Civic Theater | Albany | Oregon | United States

A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, Miss Bennet continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as a dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love.  The following performances are in the evening at 7:30 p.m. December 3,4,10,11,16,17,18. The following performances are matinees at 2:30 p.m. December 12 and 19.

Winterland Bazaar @ Riverside Community Hall
Dec 17 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Winterland Bazaar @ Riverside Community Hall | Albany | Oregon | United States

This event includes lots of fun for the whole family. Kid crafts are free to make and available on a first-come-first-served basis. Individual vendors will be selling their wares and food will be available to purchase. There will be live music and carriage rides from 2-6 pm for $5. All current State and County COVID-19 protocols will be adhered to. for information visit Winterland Bazaar

Holiday Bash @ The Barn at Hickory Station
Dec 17 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Holiday Bash @ The Barn at Hickory Station | Albany | Oregon | United States

Lots going on at the Barn’s Holiday Bash including an ugly sweater party, Christmas movies, and seasonal beers/ciders. Even the “Big Guy” will make an appearance! Come on out and enjoy the Holiday Season at The Barn!

Dec
18
Sat
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley @ Albany Civic Theater
Dec 18 all-day
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley @ Albany Civic Theater | Albany | Oregon | United States

A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, Miss Bennet continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as a dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love.  The following performances are in the evening at 7:30 p.m. December 3,4,10,11,16,17,18. The following performances are matinees at 2:30 p.m. December 12 and 19.

Children’s Christmas with Santa Gift Giveaway @ Heritage Mall
Dec 18 @ 12:00 pm
Children's Christmas with Santa Gift Giveaway @ Heritage Mall | Albany | Oregon | United States

Santa, Mrs. Claus, and helper elves will depart by sleigh from American Legion Post 10 (1215 Pacific Blvd SE, Albany, OR 97321) at 11:15 escorted by Legion Riders, and the Albany Police and Albany Fire Departments. They will travel down First and Second Avenues handing out goodies and then arrive at the Heritage Mall about 12:00 for a drive-through gift giveaway. The Post is accepting donations of unwrapped, new toys for ages 0-12, daily 10 am to 2 pm Monday – Saturday at the American Legion Post 10.

Holiday Bonanza @ Vivacity Spirits
Dec 18 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Holiday Bonanza @ Vivacity Spirits | Albany | Oregon | United States

Vivacity Spirits & Calapooia Brewing present a Holiday Bonanza in the open atrium including wine and spirit samples, and great holiday gifts from an array of vendors

Dec
19
Sun
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley @ Albany Civic Theater
Dec 19 all-day
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley @ Albany Civic Theater | Albany | Oregon | United States

A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set two years after the novel ends, Miss Bennet continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as a dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love.  The following performances are in the evening at 7:30 p.m. December 3,4,10,11,16,17,18. The following performances are matinees at 2:30 p.m. December 12 and 19.

Willamette Master Chorus Holiday Concert
Dec 19 @ 3:00 pm
Willamette Master Chorus Holiday Concert

The repertoire is all holiday music. Guest Choir is Salem Academy Concert Choir with Kent Wilson, Conductor. The chorus will give appreciation to all medical front-line workers who have and continue to care for those dealing with covid-19. All concerts will be virtual and available for free on the  WMC YouTube channel.  

 

 

Dec
23
Thu
CANCELED – Ice Skating @ Mid-Willamette Valley YMCA
Dec 23 all-day
CANCELED - Ice Skating @ Mid-Willamette Valley YMCA | Albany | Oregon | United States

For hours, prices, and additional information please visit NorthWest Skateland

Dec
31
Fri
New Year’s Eve Hoof ‘N Holler @ Linn County Expo Center
Dec 31 @ 7:30 pm
New Year's Eve Hoof 'N Holler @ Linn County Expo Center | Albany | Oregon | United States

Celebrate the new year with professional bronc riding and dance. For tickets visit Hoof n holler.com Photo by Dan Bateman.