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.

Oct
29
Sun
Powerland Halloween: Journey to Atlantis! @ Powerland Heritage Park
Oct 29 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Powerland Halloween: Journey to Atlantis! @ Powerland Heritage Park | Salem | Oregon | United States

DETAILS: https://www.antiquepowerland.com/events

What: Powerland Halloween: Journey to Atlantis

When: Saturdays and Sundays in October (except Oct. 1)

Where: Powerland Heritage Park in Salem, Oregon

Cost: $16 per person (under 2 years old free)

Tickets: Tickets will soon be available online. This year you will also be able to pay at the gate!

Adventure Length: The immersive Journey to Atlantis adventure is about 30 minutes. But this year we’ve added several activities for kids to turn your adventure into several hours!

Guests are encouraged to come in Halloween costumes and really get into the adventure.

Follow and Like Powerland Halloween on Facebook to get fun Backstory and Behind-the-Scenes posts!

Nov
25
Sat
Holiday ART on the Farm @ Misner Century Farm
Nov 25 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Holiday ART on the Farm @ Misner Century Farm | Scio | Oregon | United States

Holiday Open Art Studio. Art Sale – Holiday Gifts. Visit the Misner Family Century Farm and Therese Misner’s Art studio for art and gifts.
The Misner Family and artist, Therese Misner, open their Century Farm for a festive day of art, gifts, and relaxing on the farm. Visit an artist working studio, home gallery, and tour the Misner Century Farm.

Jan
27
Sat
“The Miracle on First Avenue” Book Signing @ Albany Historic Carousel & Museum
Jan 27 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
"The Miracle on First Avenue" Book Signing @ Albany Historic Carousel & Museum | Albany | Oregon | United States

Grab your copy of “The Miracle on First Avenue,” get it signed and ask questions of authors Jennifer Moody and Wendy Kirbey and editor Dianne Neglay at the carousel! Don’t have a copy yet? No problem! Purchase the book in the Carousel Gift Shop.

Feb
4
Sun
“The Miracle on First Avenue” Book Signing @ Albany Historic Carousel & Museum
Feb 4 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
"The Miracle on First Avenue" Book Signing @ Albany Historic Carousel & Museum | Albany | Oregon | United States

Grab your copy of “The Miracle on First Avenue,” get it signed and ask questions of authors Jennifer Moody and Wendy Kirbey and editor Dianne Neglay at the carousel! Don’t have a copy yet? No problem! Purchase the book in the Carousel Gift Shop.

Mar
8
Fri
Live Music with Jim Asleson at Tallman! @ Tallman Brewing
Mar 8 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Live Music with Jim Asleson at Tallman! @ Tallman Brewing | Lebanon | Oregon | United States

If you’re looking for songs that take you on a relatable journey through life, you’ll love Jim’s music. His songs are deeply rooted in his own reflections on life and living, making them not just entertaining, but also insightful and thought-provoking.
Give his music a listen and see for yourself!

Mar
13
Wed
Music Bingo at Tallman @ Tallman Brewing
Mar 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Music Bingo at Tallman @ Tallman Brewing | Lebanon | Oregon | United States

MUSIC BINGO!
6:00 PM 8:00 PM
Tallman Brewing
2055 Primrose Street Lebanon, OR, 97355

All ages MUSIC BINGO with great prizes and of course, a great time. Come sit with us and get your blackout BINGO on!

Mar
16
Sat
Free Magic Show – YMCA @ Mid-Willamette Family YMCA
Mar 16 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Free Magic Show - YMCA @ Mid-Willamette Family YMCA | Albany | Oregon | United States

Step right up and experience the wonder of magic like never before! The YMCA is thrilled to announce its partnership with Kadabra Magic Productions to bring you an enchanting afternoon of mystique and excitement!  Head to the YMCA on  Saturday, March 16th, at 1:00 PM for a mesmerizing one-hour magic extravaganza. Prepare to be dazzled as Kadabra Magic Productions showcases their spellbinding talents, weaving together illusions and surprises that will leave you in awe. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event that promises fun for the whole family. Mark your calendars and get ready to believe in magic!

This event is absolutely free! Now that’s some magic!

Mar
17
Sun
St. Patrick’s Day Paint Night at Tallman Brewing @ Tallman Brewing
Mar 17 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
St. Patrick's Day Paint Night at Tallman Brewing @ Tallman Brewing | Lebanon | Oregon | United States

Get ready for a fun-filled St. Patrick’s Day Paint Night at Tallman Brewing! No luck needed, just  unleash your inner artist and celebrate this festive occasion with friends and family on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at 5:30 PM

Don’t worry if you’ve never painted before –an instructor will provide step-by-step guidance and all the materials to Create a fun St. Paddy’s  Day-inspired Painting.  An 11×14 canvas will be pre-sketched for you and you will have the chance to put your own personal touch on it if you so desire.

Tallman’s Food Carts will be open until 7 PM and it’s highly recommended you come in early and enjoy your food and have a pint before the Class starts.

Gather your friends and family, put on your greenest attire, and head to Tallman Brewing for an unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day Paint Night.
Raise a glass, unleash your creativity, and make this a night to remember! No luck needed!

There is a cost for this event and pre-registration is required. Link below.

** Need tickets but the Class is sold out? Contact us and we will put you on our waitlist.

we.make.art.or@gmail.com

Mar
27
Wed
Music Bingo at Tallman @ Tallman Brewing
Mar 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Music Bingo at Tallman @ Tallman Brewing | Lebanon | Oregon | United States

MUSIC BINGO!
6:00 PM 8:00 PM
Tallman Brewing
2055 Primrose Street Lebanon, OR, 97355

All ages MUSIC BINGO with great prizes and of course, a great time. Come sit with us and get your blackout BINGO on!

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.