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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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National Preservation Month Events- Albany and Benton County
National Preservation Month Events- Albany and Benton County
@ 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... Read More
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4th Annual Spring Bazaar – North Albany Community Church 2024
9:00 am
4th Annual Spring Bazaar – North Albany Community Church 2024
@ North Albany Community Church
May 4 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
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... Read More
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1st Avenue Walking History Tour 2024
6:00 pm
1st Avenue Walking History Tour 2024
@ Burkhart Square
May 7 @ 6:00 pm
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... Read More
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History Bites: Historic windows and doors? Oh my!
12:00 pm
History Bites: Historic windows and doors? Oh my!
@ Albany Regional Museum
May 8 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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... Read More
2nd Avenue Walking History Tour 2024
6:00 pm
2nd Avenue Walking History Tour 2024
@ Burkhart Square (Next to the Albany Civic Theater)
May 8 @ 6:00 pm
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... Read More
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Cumberland Church Celebration Open House
12:00 pm
Cumberland Church Celebration Open House
@ Cumberland Community Events Center
May 11 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Celebrate the Cumberland’s 132nd birthday! Join the Community Events Center and enjoy tours, cake, and the history of this wonderful building, which is being renovated and will be home to the Cumberland Community Events Center. This event is... Read More
Monteith Living History Saturday
12:00 pm
Monteith Living History Saturday
@ Monteith House
May 11 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
SECOND SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH 12PM-2PM Monteith LIVING HISTORY ACTIVITIES Step into 1850 with them on the second Saturday of each month, from 12 pm to 2 pm, at the Historic Monteith House. Exciting activities like, woodworking, pioneer... Read More
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Mother’s Day at the Carousel
11:00 am
Mother’s Day at the Carousel
@ Historic Carousel & Museum
May 12 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Cheers, and a big thank you to the most important woman in everyone’s life! Come down and enjoy free carousel rides all day. There’s also a free carnation for the first 100 moms to walk through the door!... Read More
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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
Sick Town Roller Derby Home Bout- May 18, 2024
5:00 pm
Sick Town Roller Derby Home Bout- May 18, 2024
@ Santiam Center - Linn County Fair & Expo Center
May 18 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Get yourself a track-side seat to the latest Sick Town Roller Derby Home Bout presented by Sick Town Roller Derby. Doors open at 5, Game at 6 Food, Beverages, Action Children 10 and under are Free Tickets are... 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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History Through Headstones Tour
6:30 pm
History Through Headstones Tour
@ Albany Riverside Cemetery
May 22 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Sponsored by Albany Regional Museum in partnership with Riverside Cemetery, the 14th annual History Through Headstones self-guided tour features docents presenting the historical contributions of local medical practitioners. This event is free to attend. Can’t make it on... Read More
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ROAD RUNNERS; AN IMPORT/CLASSIC AUTO & MOTO MEET
10:00 am
ROAD RUNNERS; AN IMPORT/CLASSIC AUTO & MOTO MEET
@ Linn Benton Community College
May 25 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Want to see awesome rides, hear live music, and eat good food? Join Linn Benton Community College on May 25th for their RoadRunners’ Import/Classic Auto-Moto Meet! Whether you’re a gearhead, foodie, or just looking for some fun, the... Read More
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Gold Star Families Memorial Dedication at Timber-Linn
11:00 am
Gold Star Families Memorial Dedication at Timber-Linn
@ Timber Linn Memorial Park
May 27 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
You are invited to attend a dedication ceremony of the Gold Star Family Memorial which will be placed in the Linn County Veterans Memorial in Timber Linn Memorial Park in Albany. Come and show your support for the... Read More
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