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
20
Tue
Linn-Benton Community College is hosting a virtual way for people to experience art through its most recent show, available now through December 31st. The art show, entitled “POV/botaniques,” features four perspectives on plant photography, and can be viewed at LBCC Digital Exhibitions The exhibit runs through December 31.
Nov
21
Sat
Run or walk your way to a 5K with the virtual Holly Jolly 5K, ABC House’s annual fundraising event! Sign up and complete the virtual 5K at any time between November 21st and December 6th. All proceeds go to helping children in our community who are in crisis. Register at Holly Jolly 5k
Dec
3
Thu
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and once again the B&G Club Celebration of Trees fundraiser is here to help! From decking your halls with home decor, trees, wreaths, and poinsettias to finding the perfect gift for Christmas. This event will be coming to you virtually this year to help with all your gifting needs! Bidding on silent items with a “Buy it Now” option begins on Friday, November 27th. The Live Auction and Live Stream will begin on Thursday, December 3rd at 6:30pm. For information visit Facebook Celebration of Trees
Dec
5
Sat
Here Comes Santa Paws! In an effort to protect the health & safety of all guests, Santa Paws will look a little different than in year’s past. To adhere to social distancing guidelines, there will be a festive photo backdrop at SafeHaven for you and your family instead of Santa. Please visit the event Facebook page and read through to learn how to participate in the 2020 event: Santa Paws This event continues on December 6, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Dec
6
Sun
Here Comes Santa Paws! In an effort to protect the health & safety of all guests, Santa Paws will look a little different than in year’s past. To adhere to social distancing guidelines, there will be a festive photo backdrop at SafeHaven for you and your family instead of Santa. Please visit the event Facebook page and read through to learn how to participate in the 2020 event: Santa Paws This event continues on December 6, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Dec
10
Thu
The 2020 Night Time Magic Holiday Light Contest is ON! 26 houses and businesses throughout Albany are decked out in holiday themes honoring “Cherished Traditions in a New Light.” You can marvel at the abundance of lights, the heights achieved and yes, a meme for this oh-so-special year 2020. YOU can help choose the winners! Vote by December 20. For more information visit the webpage visit Night Time Magic or Facebook Night Time Magic
Dec
12
Sat
SAVE the DATE and check back for details.
Dec
13
Sun
Enjoy the sights and sounds of an old-fashioned holiday celebration in Historic Downtown Albany. The Christmas Porch Tour offers a festive look at a few of our beautiful historic homes decked out in their Christmas best in a self-guided walk or drive-by event bursting with bright, holiday-wrapped fun. Photo by Camron Settlemier,
Dec
19
Sat
You can do your Holiday shopping with the carousel – shop small, support local, and help our non-profit carousel! The gift shop is open Saturday, December 19 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. with a BOGO sale – Buy one get one 50% off!! You can also shop the gift shop by appointment, M -F 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Call 541-497- 2934 to schedule! Order by phone or email. Curbside pickup and shipping available. The Museum and Carousel are closed due to county COVID-19 status.
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