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.

Sep
17
Sun
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Russell Tripp Performance Center
Sep 17 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Russell Tripp Performance Center | Albany | Oregon | United States

ServeINC Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, an unforgettable time of music and theater at the Russell Tripp Performance Center! Get ready to be blown away by the timeless story of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. This in-person event will transport you to a world of vibrant colors, catchy tunes, and captivating performances.

https://serveincwillamette.org/the-joseph-musical-2023/

Admission is free, but you will need to reserve your seat.

Show dates are September 8, 9, 10 and 15, 16, 17 at the Tripp Performance Center at Linn Benton Community College.

Sep
19
Tue
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art at 25 @ The Hallie Ford Museum of Art
Sep 19 @ 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art at 25 @ The Hallie Ford Museum of Art | Salem | Oregon | United States

The Hallie Ford Museum of Art at 25: Highlights from the Permanent Collection
Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 12:30 p.m.
Join Jonathan Bucci, Curator of Collections and Exhibitions at the Hallie Ford Museum of Art, for a guided gallery talk.

Free and open to the public

The Hallie Ford Museum of Art (HFMA) at Willamette University proudly announces its 25th anniversary celebration. Whether you are an art enthusiast, a student, a scholar, a visitor, or a member of the community, there is something for everyone at the museum. Enjoy free admission during October and come and explore the exhibitions, attend the events and programs, and be part of the museum’s journey as it continues to inspire, educate, and engage.

Anniversary festivities will kick off on September 19 with the opening of “The Hallie Ford Museum of Art at 25: Highlights from the Permanent Collection” exhibition. The director, curators, outside scholars, and others joined forces to curate a visual journey that reveals the museum’s many hidden treasures, including items that will be on view for the first time.

Sep
23
Sat
Oregon Angel Food Marketplace @ CHEMEKETA COMMUNITY COLLEGE AG COMPLEX
Sep 23 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Oregon Angel Food Marketplace @ CHEMEKETA COMMUNITY COLLEGE AG COMPLEX | Salem | Oregon | United States

OregonAF Marketplace
September 23, 11:00am

Meet Oregon’s new local food and beverage innovators at the Oregon Angel Food Marketplace at the Chemeketa Community College Agriculture Hub in Salem, Oregon on Saturday, September 23rd from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. Hosted by Oregon Entrepreneur Network, in partnership with SEDCOR and Xcelerate Women.

Make a day of it to sample, sip and buy from craft food and beverage entrepreneurs from around the Pacific Northwest.

It’s FREE to attend. There are also a number of $75 Taster’s Tickets, which includes a curated bag of samples to take home and two drink tickets.

CHEMEKETA COMMUNITY COLLEGE AG COMPLEX

4000 Lancaster Dr NE
Salem, OR 97305

Admission: Free
Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

https://www.oen.org/oregonaf23/

Sep
30
Sat
RaSani Fair @ Linn County Expo Center
Sep 30 @ 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

 

Oct
1
Sun
RaSani Fair @ Linn County Expo Center
Oct 1 @ 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

 

Oct
7
Sat
Powerland Halloween: Journey to Atlantis! @ Powerland Heritage Park
Oct 7 @ 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!

Oct
8
Sun
Powerland Halloween: Journey to Atlantis! @ Powerland Heritage Park
Oct 8 @ 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!

Oct
14
Sat
Powerland Halloween: Journey to Atlantis! @ Powerland Heritage Park
Oct 14 @ 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!

Oct
15
Sun
Powerland Halloween: Journey to Atlantis! @ Powerland Heritage Park
Oct 15 @ 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!

Oct
21
Sat
Powerland Halloween: Journey to Atlantis! @ Powerland Heritage Park
Oct 21 @ 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!