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
National Preservation Month Events @ Albany, Oregon
May 1 – May 31 all-day

May is dedicated to National Preservation Month. Also known as Historic Preservation Month, the month celebrates the nation’s heritage through historic places.

Albany is home to four national historic districts and the location of the most varied collection of architectural styles in the state. There are more than 800 historic buildings in three of the districts, dating from the 1840s to the 1950s, and all located within an area of approximately 100 square blocks.

Come and celebrate the heritage of Albany by participating in various events and exploring historic places all month long.

Events will include the Annual Tweed Ride, Walking History Tours, Building Tours, Vintage Bicycle Show, the Hidden History Scavenger Hunt, and more!

Scan the QR Code shown below and download the Albany Explorer App! You’ll find self-guided tours of our historic districts, great places to eat, and all things Albany!

We look forward to seeing you!

Photo: “Blue Sky for a Blue House” Monteith Historic District by Camron Settlemier

Albany Explorer App

Open Mic at Dixie Creek Saloon @ Dixie Creek Saloon
May 1 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Open Mic at Dixie Creek Saloon @ Dixie Creek Saloon | Tangent | Oregon | United States

Food, fun, and open mic night at the Dixie Creek Saloon in Tangent!

Menu: https://dixiecreeksaloon.com/dixie_creek_menu.html

32994 Hwy 99 E, Tangent, OR, United States, Oregon

May
3
Fri
Karaoke at Dixie Creek Saloon @ Dixie Creek Saloon
May 3 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Karaoke at Dixie Creek Saloon @ Dixie Creek Saloon | Tangent | Oregon | United States

Food, fun, and karaoke at the Dixie Creek Saloon in Tangent!

Menu: https://dixiecreeksaloon.com/dixie_creek_menu.html

32994 Hwy 99 E, Tangent, OR, United States, Oregon

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!

Albany Farmers’ Market @ Albany, Oregon
May 4 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Albany Farmers' Market @ Albany, Oregon | Albany | Oregon | United States

Founded in 1978, the Albany Farmers’ Market is the oldest continuously operated open-air farmers’ market in Oregon. Nestled between Historic Downtown Albany and the beautiful park-like grounds of the Linn County Courthouse, the Albany Farmers’ Market is easy to access by foot, bicycle, car or bus and is just a few blocks from Amtrak at the historic Albany Station.

The Albany Farmers’ Market offers visitors an abundance of fresh, locally sourced food. From ripe, juicy produce to artisanal cheeses and freshly baked bread, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

The market also features the Power of Produce Club, a kids’ program for ages 5-12 that provides hands-on educational activities and promotes healthy eating habits.

Although the market has evolved over the years, it continues to honor its roots and celebrate the community’s deep connection to the land. So whether you’re a longtime resident or just passing through, come experience the magic of the Albany Farmers’ Market for yourself.

For information visit Albany, OR Farmers’ Market

May
7
Tue
1st Avenue Walking History Tour 2024 @ Burkhart Square
May 7 @ 6:00 pm
1st Avenue Walking History Tour 2024 @ Burkhart Square | Albany | Oregon | United States

Join this walking tour of 1st Avenue to learn about the history of the buildings and the businesses that have occupied them over the past 150 years. The tour starts promptly at 6 PM and will be approximately 1 hour in length.
While the tour is free, there is a suggested $5 donation per person, to benefit the Monteith Historical Society.

Meet at Burkhart Square (next to the Albany Civic Theater) at the corner of 1st Ave and Lyons St.

This tour is sponsored by The Natty Dresser as part of Albany‘s celebration of National Historic Preservation Month.
Photo from Albany Regional Museum, Potts Photo Collection.

May
8
Wed
History Bites: Historic windows and doors? Oh my! @ Albany Regional Museum
May 8 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
History Bites:  Historic windows and doors? Oh my! @ Albany Regional Museum | Albany | Oregon | United States

Join Chris Gustafson, owner of Vintage Window Restoration LLC, in a conversation about a niche business adventure, perspective of the historic preservation trades industry, and of course, no shortage of window jargon and jokes. Come prepared for a presentation, show and tell items followed by a Q&A.

History Bites is free to attend. Admission to exhibits is now fee-based, but always free for members!

Light refreshments provided.

2nd Avenue Walking History Tour 2024 @ Burkhart Square (Next to the Albany Civic Theater)
May 8 @ 6:00 pm
2nd Avenue Walking History Tour 2024 @ Burkhart Square (Next to the Albany Civic Theater) | Albany | Oregon | United States

Join this walking tour of 2nd Avenue to learn about the history of the buildings and the businesses that have occupied them over the past 150 years. The tour starts promptly at 6 PM and will be approximately 1 hour in length.

While the tour is free, there is a suggested $5 donation per person, to benefit the Monteith Historical Society.

Meet at Burkhart Square (next to the Albany Civic Theater) on the corner of 1st Ave and Lyons St.
This tour is sponsored by The Natty Dresser as part of Albany‘s celebration of National Historic Preservation Month.
Photo from Albany Regional Museum Potts Photo Collection.

Open Mic at Dixie Creek Saloon @ Dixie Creek Saloon
May 8 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Open Mic at Dixie Creek Saloon @ Dixie Creek Saloon | Tangent | Oregon | United States

Food, fun, and open mic night at the Dixie Creek Saloon in Tangent!

Menu: https://dixiecreeksaloon.com/dixie_creek_menu.html

32994 Hwy 99 E, Tangent, OR, United States, Oregon

May
10
Fri
Karaoke at Dixie Creek Saloon @ Dixie Creek Saloon
May 10 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Karaoke at Dixie Creek Saloon @ Dixie Creek Saloon | Tangent | Oregon | United States

Food, fun, and karaoke at the Dixie Creek Saloon in Tangent!

Menu: https://dixiecreeksaloon.com/dixie_creek_menu.html

32994 Hwy 99 E, Tangent, OR, United States, Oregon