Get ready for another exciting weekend in Albany! We’ve lined up a variety of events perfect for making the most of your time.
Summer Y Games 2024
Join us at the Mid-Willamette Family YMCA for the exhilarating 2024 Summer Y Games! Display your team’s strategic thinking and athletic skills. The Youth Summer Games return, challenging groups to conquer diverse events and vie for the title of Youth Summer Y Games Champions! Proceeds from the games will bolster our scholarship fund, aiding local community members.
BUSINESS/ADULT 2024 GAME
Date: Aug 16, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Mid-Willamette Family YMCA // 3201 Pacific Blvd SW, Albany, OR 97321
Cost: $500/team (4-5 players/team)
YOUTH GAMES
Date: Aug 17, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Mid-Willamette Family YMCA // 3201 Pacific Blvd SW, Albany, OR 97321
Cost: $250/team (4-5 players/team, adult required for all groups with individual age 12& under)
3 AGE DIVISIONS: 8-10, 11-13, 14-16
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Carnival at the Carousel
Join us for the 7th anniversary celebration of the Carousel at our annual Carnival! Enjoy a day filled with old-fashioned game booths, whimsical carnival characters, delicious food vendors, face painting, and unique Carousel photo booths. Try your luck at our Cakewalk, with game tickets costing only .25 cents each, and most games requiring just two tickets. It’s an affordable day of fun for the entire family—come celebrate with us!
Date: Aug 17, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Historical Carousel & Museum // 503 1st Ave W, Albany, OR 97321
Cost: $18 for Family Fun Pack
Pacific NW Reptile and Exotic Animal Show
Explore the fascinating world of exotic animals at the Pacific NW Reptile and Exotic Animal Show, the largest and longest-running event of its kind in the Pacific Northwest, established in 1995. Set in the expansive 50,000 sq. ft. Willamette Exhibit Hall on August 17th and 18th, this show features an incredible array of reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, insects, tropical plants, and more. Whether you’re looking to buy or just browse, there’s no other reptile show in the PNW that matches the scale and diversity of the #PACNWRS. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the exotic side of wildlife!
Saturday: Aug 17, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: Aug 18, 2024, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Linn County Expo Center // 3700 Knox Butte Rd E, Albany, OR 97322
Cost: $7 – $40 (view ticket info)
SAHS Class of 2004 Class Reunion
Celebrate the 20th reunion of South Albany High School’s Class of 2004 with a series of engaging events designed to reunite old classmates. The reunion weekend kicks off with a Meet and Greet at Calapooia Brewery, followed by a family-friendly BBQ and potluck at Bryant Park, and concludes with a memorable float from Jefferson to Albany. A $25 contribution per adult and $10 per child is requested to cover event costs, with any surplus funds donated to South Albany High School. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual participation option is available, ensuring everyone has the chance to join in the festivities.
Saturday: Aug 17, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Calapooia Brewery
Sunday: Aug 18, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: Bryant Park
Cost: Registration & contributions can be made here.
Annual Summer Luau
Bonaventure of Albany teams up with Paradise of Samoa Polynesian Dance Troupe for the much-anticipated annual Sunset Luau. This event will immerse you in the rich culture of the Pacific Islands through captivating dance performances and traditional music. Enjoy a feast of Kalua Pua’a and refresh with Kona Ice as you revel in a lively atmosphere. Bring your lei and enjoy an evening filled with entertainment and tropical delight at Bonaventure!
Date: Aug 18, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Linn Benton Community College // 6500 Pacific Blvd SW Albany, OR 97321
Cost: Free
As the weekend approaches, take the opportunity to explore Albany’s events. There’s always something new to discover!
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