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.

May
1
Wed
Bow Wow Bingo! @ Schmizza Public House
May 1 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Bow Wow Bingo! @ Schmizza Public House | Lebanon | Oregon | United States

Bow Wow Bingo is Back!

THE 1ST WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH!

6:00 – 8:00 PM at Schmizza Public House | 2602 S Santiam Hwy, Lebanon, OR 97355

$1.00 per card or $5.00 for 6 cards
Please bring cash. Small bills work great!

Seats are limited! Get there early to reserve your spot. Unfortunately, children under age 18 cannot participate due to gaming law restrictions in Oregon.

All proceeds benefit the animals at SafeHaven Humane Society.

Photo: “Kimber” Photo by Theresa Lynch

May
2
Thu
Live Professional Comedy at the Garage @ The Garage
May 2 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Live Professional Comedy at the Garage @ The Garage | Albany | Oregon | United States

Live Professional Comedy at The Garage!
Every Thursday @ 6:30pm

No Cover, $20 suggested donation

Music Bingo at Deluxe Brewing @ Deluxe Brewing Co.
May 2 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Music Bingo at Deluxe Brewing @ Deluxe Brewing Co. | Albany | Oregon | United States
Join Deluxe Brewing for Music Bingo Night from 6:30-8:30PM in the taproom! Due to high demand from eager customers, they will be hosting this event every first and third Thursday of the month.
Come prepared to flex your knowledge of music through the ages and genres. Bring your friends or come alone for a night of fun and competition against the crowd with a chance to win Deluxe Brewing swag. Picture the perfect marriage of Bingo and Name That Tune – and throw in great craft beer and cocktails!
Their taproom is family and pet-friendly. There is no cost to participate, although they encourage you to enjoy a cold pint or cocktail with your friends as you compete. They serve Deluxe Brewing craft beers, Sinister Distilling cocktails, cider, wines and sodas. Their Deluxe Food Cart is open during all standard taproom business hours and serves delicious brewery fare to their customers.
For more information: https://linktr.ee/sinisterdeluxe
May
3
Fri
Springtime At The Roost @ The Vintage Roost
May 3 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Springtime At The Roost @ The Vintage Roost | Albany | Oregon | United States

The Vintage Roost is a seasonal gift shop nestled in the scenic hills of the beautiful North Albany countryside.  Springtime at the Roost is a spring show featuring indoor and outdoor garden decor, delicious baked goods, and a shop full of antiques and collectibles.  30 local crafters have contributed to the beautiful and unique gifts available for purchase.
The show is open Fridays and Saturdays only, May 3 – May 18, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information visit the Vintage Roost Facebook page.

PARKING:  Passengers may be dropped off at the front doors of the shop by driving through the circular driveway.  While there is no parking available in the driveway, parking is available on Scenic Drive.

All credit cards are accepted as well as cash and checks.

Albany Downtown Wine Walk @ Historic Downtown Albany Oregon
May 3 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Albany Downtown Wine Walk @ Historic Downtown Albany Oregon | Albany | Oregon | United States
The Albany Downtown Wine Walk will take place May 3, 2024, 4-8 pm and includes many Oregon wineries. Tickets will be on sale at the Albany Visitors Association before the event.  The Albany Visitors Association recently moved and is now located downtown at 122 Ferry St SW.
Tickets include a glass and 5 tasting tickets. Cash or check only for advance sales. Tickets are also available on the day of the event, but…if you have an advance ticket, you get to use the Express Line at the event to get your wristband. Buy in advance – save time in line!
The starting point is in Downtown Albany in the parking lot at the corner of 1st Ave and Ferry St. 
Downtown 1st Friday @ Downtown Albany
May 3 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Downtown 1st Friday @ Downtown Albany

Participating downtown Albany businesses have special sales, events, and fun each first Friday of the month!

Photo: “Downtown Albany” by David Maestas

Albany Regional Museum First Friday: Preserving Your Family Photos @ Albany Regional Museum
May 3 @ 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Albany Regional Museum First Friday: Preserving Your Family Photos @ Albany Regional Museum | Albany | Oregon | United States

First Friday- Preserving your Family Photos

Albany Regional Museum is kicking off National Historic Preservation Month with a special event that will take place from 4:30 pm- 7:00 pm where you will learn from our very own Collections & Exhibits Manager, Amy Bozorth! Amy will teach you how to preserve your family photos using the Museum’s scanners!
You can even help to contribute to the Museum’s digital photo collection to help preserve Albany’s memories for generations to come. Please see below for how to participate:

Bring in no more than 10 photos that are 8”x10” or smaller. The photos must be loose photos to fit in our scanners.

Bring in a USB or portable hard drive to save your digital copies to, we cannot send your photos to you.

If your photo is related to Albany, it can be added to our digital collection with your permission!
Any questions, contact the Museum.

Natty Dresser 1st Friday @ The Natty Dresser
May 3 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Natty Dresser 1st Friday @ The Natty Dresser | Albany | Oregon | United States

Join them on the First Friday of every month for a fun evening of music, and shopping. They have a different theme each month!

In-store specials 5 – 7pm

124 Broadalbin St SW, Albany, OR 97321, USA

Carousel 1st Friday @ Historic Carousel & Museum
May 3 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Carousel 1st Friday @ Historic Carousel & Museum | Albany | Oregon | United States

On the 1st Friday of every month, the carousel is open from 5:30-8:00 p.m., and for just $5 per person you get UNLIMITED CAROUSEL RIDES, plus a fun activity or craft for the family, along with gift shop specials and a great deal on a tasty treat at the Carousel Café! Photo by Nathan Pendley.

May
4
Sat
4th Annual Spring Bazaar – North Albany Community Church 2024 @ North Albany Community Church
May 4 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
4th Annual Spring Bazaar - North Albany Community Church 2024 @ North Albany Community Church | Albany | Oregon | United States

Join North Albany Community Church for their 4th Annual Spring Bazaar!  With over 85 vendors offering a large variety of gift ideas you’re sure to find something for everyone – including yourself!  Breakfast and lunch are both available for purchase so plan to stay all day!