Photo of the Wah Chang Northwest Art & Air Festival

Festivals & Events

Albany is host to many exciting and fun things to do throughout the year. Below is an overview of some of Albany's favorite festivals and events.

Summer Fun

For over twenty years, the River Rhythms and Mondays at Monteith summer concert series have drawn people from all around the state of Oregon to the beautiful Monteith Riverpark to listen to such acts as Sugarland, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown, and Roseanne Cash.

At the end of August, the Northwest Art & Air Festival takes over Timber Linn Park with food, arts & crafts, live entertainment, free airplane rides for children, hot air balloons, and a mainstage concert which has presented music by Christopher Cross, Johnny Rivers, and Los Lobos. Adjacent to Timber Linn Park is the Linn County Fair & Expo which hosts a variety of events throughout the year including horse & dog shows, extreme sports competitions, concerts, the county fair, and much more.

Honoring Those Who Serve

November is the time when we honor our men and women in uniform who have or currently serve our country. Albany hosts one of the biggest Veteran's Day parades west of the Mississippi. This great community event is presented by the Veterans Commemoration Association who can be contacted at P.O. Box 3241, Albany, Oregon 97321, 541-981-2390 or by email at albanyveteransdayparade@gmail.com.

You'll Find It Downtown!

Albany's historic downtown district is always alive with activity! Check their web site for more information.

Fun For the Whole Family

In December, the whole family can enjoy the lights, smells, and joy in the air at the annual Christmas Storybook Land at the Linn County Fair & Expo.

From January to May, Albany's children delight in performances by musicians, acrobats, animals, and puppets during the annual Children's Performing Arts Series.

Historic Homes

Twice a year, The Albany Historic Interior Tour Committee invites you to tour several of Albany’s historic homes, Churches and museums.  The Christmas Parlor Tour is the second Sunday in December, from 2 to 7 pm.  The summer tour of homes is always on the last Saturday of July. From 11 am to 5 pm. Visit the Home Tour website for more information.

For more information on special luncheons held (Dickens Lunch and Tea in Paris) in conjunction with this year’s Christmas Parlor Tour December 11th, click here.

For information on historic Albany-related events contact the Albany Visitors Association at 928-0911 or (800) 526-2256. 

 

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