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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.
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Hidden History Scavenger Hunt
Hidden History Scavenger Hunt
@ The Natty Dresser
May 1 – May 26 all-day
 The Hidden History Scavenger Hunt includes photos of Downtown architectural elements to identify. Forms, and information on how to get them, will be available on May 1st. All entries must be returned to The Natty Dresser by Thursday,... Read More
National Preservation Month Events- Albany and Benton County
National Preservation Month Events- Albany and Benton County
@ Albany, Oregon
May 1 – May 26 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... Read More
Sensory Friendly Ride
11:00 am
Sensory Friendly Ride
@ The Historic Carousel & Museum, Albany, OR
May 1 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
 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... Read More
Carousel Happy Hour
3:00 pm
Carousel Happy Hour
@ Historic Carousel & Museum
May 1 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
 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.
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Carousel 1st Friday
5:30 pm
Carousel 1st Friday
@ Historic Carousel & Museum
May 3 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
On the 1st Friday of every month, the carousel is open from 5:30-8:00 p.m., and for just $5 per person you get UNLIMITED CAROUSEL RIDES, plus a fun activity or craft for the family, along with gift shop... Read More
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Carousel Happy Hour
3:00 pm
Carousel Happy Hour
@ Historic Carousel & Museum
May 8 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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.
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Albany Tweed Ride 2024
9:30 am
Albany Tweed Ride 2024
@ The Natty Dresser
May 11 @ 9:30 am
 Don your finest tweed attire and join us for a bicycle tour of Albany’s National Historic Districts! This event starts at The Natty Dresser, 124 Broadalbin St SW. Arrive by 9:30 am to enter the costume and best... Read More
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Carousel Happy Hour
3:00 pm
Carousel Happy Hour
@ Historic Carousel & Museum
May 15 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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.
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The Linn County Lamb & Wool Fair
The Linn County Lamb & Wool Fair
@ Scio Fairgrounds
May 17 all-day
 SAVE the DATE for this fun family event with a parade, live music, exhibits, quilt show, car show, and sheepdog trials and more! The Fat Lamb Fiber Fest is part of the Lamb & Wool Fair activities. May... Read More
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The Linn County Lamb & Wool Fair
The Linn County Lamb & Wool Fair
@ Scio Fairgrounds
May 18 all-day
SAVE the DATE for this fun family event with a parade, live music, exhibits, quilt show, car show, and sheepdog trials and more! The Fat Lamb Fiber Fest is part of the Lamb & Wool Fair activities. May... Read More
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The Linn County Lamb & Wool Fair
The Linn County Lamb & Wool Fair
@ Scio Fairgrounds
May 19 all-day
SAVE the DATE for this fun family event with a parade, live music, exhibits, quilt show, car show, and sheepdog trials and more! The Fat Lamb Fiber Fest is part of the Lamb & Wool Fair activities. May... Read More
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Carousel Happy Hour
3:00 pm
Carousel Happy Hour
@ Historic Carousel & Museum
May 22 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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.
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Carousel Happy Hour
3:00 pm
Carousel Happy Hour
@ Historic Carousel & Museum
May 29 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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.
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