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.

Jul
15
Sat
Philomath Museum Family Day: Water! @ Philomath Museum
Jul 15 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Philomath Museum Family Day: Water! @ Philomath Museum | Philomath | Oregon | United States

Dive into a splashtastic adventure at our Free Family Day, celebrating all things Water! Discover your community’s aquatic wonders, make a splash in “Philomath’s Largest Water Sprinkler,” and meet a mesmerizing mermaid. Join us for a wet and wild family experience!

  • Fun-filled hands-on learning activities, demonstrations, and crafts
  • Community organizations about water
  • BioFacts from the coast
  • Take a photo with a Mermaid
  • Bring a towel for the Water-Tower, courtesy of Philomath Fire & Rescue
  • Well Water Nitrate Screening (bring 1/2 cup of your well water in a clean container for on-site results)
  • And our exhibitions at the Philomath Museum!

Additional Event Details:

The Philomath Museum is fully air-conditioned, providing a comfortable environment for everyone. Restroom facilities are conveniently located within the museum. The venue is handicap accessible, ensuring a welcoming experience for all visitors.

Please note that no alcohol or pets are allowed at the event to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all attendees.

Jul
23
Sun
Cornerstone Gospel Singers @ Westwood Community Church
Jul 23 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Cornerstone Gospel Singers @ Westwood Community Church | Philomath | Oregon | United States

Westwood Community Church near Philomath will present the first concert of its 2023 Summer Outdoor Concert Series at 6 p.m. Sunday, July 23, featuring the Cornerstone Gospel Singers.

Cornerstone began singing in 1979 and continues to perform Southern Gospel, inspirational and contemporary music in churches and at festivals, fairs and other events. Gordon and Peggy Kuryluk have been performing for more than 30 years.

No admission will be charged, but an offering for Cornerstone’s ministry will be taken. Seating is limited, so it is suggested attendees bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Westwood Community Church is at 23319 Highway 34 at Greasy Creek Road, approximately 4 miles up the Alsea Highway from Philomath.

Further information is available from Pastor Raymond Mabee, 541-602-5162.

Photo: Calapooia Sunset, Pioneer Park by Mike Moshofersky

Sep
8
Fri
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Russell Tripp Performance Center
Sep 8 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 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
9
Sat
Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire @ Kings Valley
Sep 9 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire @ Kings Valley | Philomath | Oregon | United States

September 9th & 10th, 2023
Celebrating 27 Years Of Teaching History Through Faire Play

Elizabethan Revels & Marketplace
An Interactive Living History Village
Gates are Open from 10am to 6pm
Kings Valley – Oregon
est. 1996

Purchase Tickets Online or At the Gate
Before you come, please note:
Bring cash as a backup; we have no ATM and each of our vendors have their own payment arrangements.
No pets. Of course we welcome assistance animals as indicated under Oregon law.
Check your fuel as the nearest gas stations are about 15 miles in any direction.
Outdoor terrain on our partially unimproved site can be challenging for crutches and many kinds of electric scooters.
Feel free to contact us directly if you have any accessiblity questions; we have some experience.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Russell Tripp Performance Center
Sep 9 @ 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
10
Sun
Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire @ Kings Valley
Sep 10 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire @ Kings Valley | Philomath | Oregon | United States

September 9th & 10th, 2023
Celebrating 27 Years Of Teaching History Through Faire Play

Elizabethan Revels & Marketplace
An Interactive Living History Village
Gates are Open from 10am to 6pm
Kings Valley – Oregon
est. 1996

Purchase Tickets Online or At the Gate
Before you come, please note:
Bring cash as a backup; we have no ATM and each of our vendors have their own payment arrangements.
No pets. Of course we welcome assistance animals as indicated under Oregon law.
Check your fuel as the nearest gas stations are about 15 miles in any direction.
Outdoor terrain on our partially unimproved site can be challenging for crutches and many kinds of electric scooters.
Feel free to contact us directly if you have any accessiblity questions; we have some experience.

Philomath Chili Cook Off @ Philomath Frolic & Rodeo
Sep 10 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Philomath Chili Cook Off @ Philomath Frolic & Rodeo | Philomath | Oregon | United States

The Public Safety Chili Cook-Off is a community event that’s fun for the whole family and a great way to raise money for local programs!

Come and try some amazing chili!

Your entry fee includes samples of nearly 2 dozen amazing chili recipes!

Click here to purchase online tickets: $10 per adult, $5 per child under 12.

Tickets will be sold at the event and can be purchased with cash or credit card. However, the entry line might be much longer for those paying at the event than pre-purchased online tickets.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Russell Tripp Performance Center
Sep 10 @ 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
12
Tue
Oregon Ag Prayer Breakfast 2023
Sep 12 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Oregon Ag Prayer Breakfast 2023 @ Tangent | Oregon | United States

Everyone is invited to a FREE prayer breakfast. Join thousands of farmers, ranchers, loggers, and believers as we gather for food, fellowship, and prayer. Plenty of parking!

​We welcome your car, truck, tractor, pickup, log truck, RV, you name it! Come out and camp the night before on the 180-acre field!

For 2023 Early Registration click here
Tuesday, September 12, 2023 @ 8:00 AM
31916 Seven Mile Lane, Tangent, OR
just off I-5 Exit 228 – Hwy 34
(Follow signs & Look for tractors and big tent)

https://www.oregonagprayerbreakfast.com/

Photo: Grand Prairie Rd One by Kathy Hawthorne

Sep
15
Fri
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Russell Tripp Performance Center
Sep 15 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 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.