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.

Jun
22
Sat
Albany Summer Passport Program for Kids 2024 @ Albany Visitor Association
Jun 22 – Aug 9 all-day
Albany Summer Passport Program for Kids 2024 @ Albany Visitor Association | Albany | Oregon | United States

Get ready for some awesome summer fun! On June 22nd, the Albany Summer Passport program will kick off at 2 different sign-up locations!

  1. Visit the Pride Parade: Swing by the Albany Visitors Association booth at the Albany Pride Event between 10 am and 4 pm,  where you can sign up, get your picture taken, and pick up your free passport! We hope to see you there!
    2.  Head to the Albany Visitors Association:  Sign up at the Albany Visitors Association at 122 Ferry St, in downtown Albany from 10 am to 1 pm. We will be ready and waiting to help you sign up and get your passport!

Both places will be filled with fun and excitement, perfect for kicking off your summer adventures with our Summer Passport! Check out our website for more details as we get closer to the big day.

Passports will be available for sign-up throughout the summer, June 22nd, 2024 is the kickoff date for the program. The last day of the program is August 9, one week before the Carousel Carnival. So, no matter if you live here, or are just visiting for a few days – you’re invited to participate. You may come to the AVA Office at any time and pick up a Passport and explore as much as you can during your visit to Albany.

Step up to adventure and explore Albany this summer! 

 

Jul
1
Mon
Acoustic Jams at Deluxe Brewing @ Deluxe Brewing Co.
Jul 1 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Acoustic Jams at Deluxe Brewing @ Deluxe Brewing Co. | Albany | Oregon | United States
You’re invited to a weekly jam event hosted by Albany Oregon Jams at Deluxe Brewing every Monday evening! This event is a chance for local musicians of all levels looking for a place to jam in Albany Oregon.
Gathering at 5PM for those who want to work on harmonies and those who want to play acoustic instruments for the singers – think Crosby-Stills, Cowsills, Eagles, etc. The group lead will be on site starting at 4:30. Sign up for all player jam songs will start at 5:00 PM for the 5:30 jam.
The all-player jam event is currently acoustic only and is played in a round-robin style. Participants are asked to come prepared to lead 2 – 4 covers that all musicians may play. Please know your key!
Deluxe Brewing is open to all ages, apart from the immediate bar area and is always pet-friendly. The taproom serves craft beer, house spirit cocktails, cider, wine and soda. The Deluxe Food Cart is also open throughout the event time for dinner orders.
Event lead Sharon Carter typically arrives around 4:30PM and attendees are welcome to arrive early to begin practice.
For more information: https://linktr.ee/sinisterdeluxe
Tribal Fusion Belly Dance at Midway Farms @ Midway Farms
Jul 1 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Tribal Fusion Belly Dance at Midway Farms @ Midway Farms | Albany | Oregon | United States
Move your body, spark your creativity, and improve your confidence with Tribal Fusion Belly Dance!  Join Midway Farms every Monday starting May 6th and continuing through the summer.  The class begins at 6:00 PM and is one hour long. No experience is needed!
Midway Farms is the perfect setting to dance and connect with your inner goodness; creating space for connection and beauty.
Feel free to bring a yoga mat to sit on for the opening and closing stretching. All levels are welcome.
There is a $10 drop-in charge for this class.
While there, stroll around their beautiful garden which is also available for event rental!
Trivia at the Garage @ The Garage
Jul 1 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Trivia at the Garage @ The Garage | Albany | Oregon | United States

Trivia every Monday @ 6:30pm at The Garage!

Jul
2
Tue
All Ages Karaoke at The Hound-Every Tuesday @ Greyhound Tavern
Jul 2 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
All Ages Karaoke at The Hound-Every Tuesday @ Greyhound Tavern | Albany | Oregon | United States

The Greyhound invites you to an evening of fun and music every Tuesday at their All Ages Karaoke Night!
Showcase your talent on their big stage, enjoy a wide selection of songs, and experience a lively, supportive atmosphere. Bring your friends and family for a night to remember!

Jul
3
Wed
Sensory Friendly Ride @ The Historic Carousel & Museum, Albany, OR
Jul 3 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
Sensory Friendly Ride @ The Historic Carousel & Museum, Albany, OR | Albany | Oregon | United States

Join the Albany Carousel for a sensory-friendly ride!

To provide a more accepting and comfortable setting for individuals on the autism spectrum or with sensory sensitivities and their families, we will slow the carousel down to a jog and turn off the organ music.

It’s our hope to provide a fun and inviting space for everyone. So put on your blue and join us!

Carousel Happy Hour @ Historic Carousel & Museum
Jul 3 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Carousel Happy Hour @ Historic Carousel & Museum | Albany | Oregon | United States

It’s happy hour! Every Wednesday from 3PM-4PM at the Historic Carousel & Museum, ride tokens are just $1 and drinks in the cafe are 1/2 price, sponsored by Bish’s RV.

Photo by Nathan Pendley.

Western Wednesday – Line Dancing at the Hound @ Greyhound Tavern
Jul 3 @ 7:00 pm
Western Wednesday - Line Dancing at the Hound @ Greyhound Tavern | Albany | Oregon | United States

Greyhound Tavern presents “Western Wednesday” with line dancing led by Jamie Lee Dancing. Admission is free!

Y’all come down and have a boot stompin’ good time!

Jul
4
Thu
Lumberjack Breakfast with East Albany Lions Club @ Timber Linn Park
Jul 4 @ 6:00 am – 11:00 am
Lumberjack Breakfast with East Albany Lions Club @ Timber Linn Park | Albany | Oregon | United States

Grab your friends and family and head over to Timber Linn Park for the annual ALL YOU CAN EAT Lumberjack Breakfast hosted by the East Albany Lions Club. This event has been running for 50+ years and benefits the local community. Breakfast will be served every morning over Independence Day Weekend.

$10 for adults and $5 for children 11 and under. All proceeds go to Lions Sight & Hearing, local charities, and community projects.

Live Professional Comedy at the Garage @ The Garage
Jul 4 @ 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