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February
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February 16th, 2026 by

Local Art and Culture Spotlight: Galleries, Performances, and Creative Spaces | Valley Brokers

The vibrant arts community of the Willamette Valley is always on display around Albany and Corvallis, with so many great places to appreciate art in any way you like. From galleries highlighting talented, local artists to live performances and creative spaces where you can make your own art, there are so many different ways to immerse yours...

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Categories: Area Information
Tags: things to do, Albany, Corvallis, local events, museums, galleries, events
Related Markets: Albany, Corvallis
January
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January 12th, 2026 by

Winter Events

Winter is a wonderful time to explore the Oregon coast, with stunning seasonal scenery, endless natural beauty, and tons of new adventures all season long. In addition to all of the great events that you can find around Albany and Corvallis, there are plenty more exciting winter adventures to discover nearby, perfect for a weekend getaway.

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Categories: Area Information
Tags: Parks and Recreation, family fun, things to do, local businesses, Albany, Corvallis, local events, winter, events, willamette valley, local restaurants, local
Related Markets: Albany, Corvallis
November
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November 3rd, 2025 by

Holiday Lights 2025

The holiday season is a magical time in Albany and Corvallis, with plenty of fun and festive local events to help your family celebrate the season. During this time of year, some of our favorite destinations and parks turn into winter wonderlands. Our real estate agents have more on the best light displays and events around Albany for the 2025 holiday season.

Holiday Light Displays and Events Around Albany

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Categories: Area Information
Tags: historical, local businesses, Albany, Lebanon, local events, holidays, historic, local
Related Markets: Albany, Lebanon
October
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October 6th, 2025 by

Pumpkin Patches Near Albany

Ready to make the most of those beautiful fall days around Albany and Corvallis? Local farms don't just provide a wealth of fresh produce for the region. They also offer tons of fun fall activities, whether you're in the mood to visit the pumpkin patch, sample fresh fall food from the farm, or bring the little ones for a day of family-friendly outdoor fun.

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Categories: Area Information
Tags: Parks and Recreation, Outdoors, things to do, local businesses, Albany, Corvallis, local events, holidays, events, willamette valley, local, fall
Related Markets: Albany, Corvallis
September
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September 4th, 2025 by

Wine Country Near Albany

In addition to all you can discover in Albany and Corvallis, homes here are located a short drive from Oregon's Wine Country. There, you'll find a fantastic collection of wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms, where you can try award-winning wines produced close to home.

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Categories: Area Information
Tags: Monroe, Turner, things to do, local businesses, Albany, Salem, local events, willamette valley, local restaurants, local, wine
Related Markets: Albany, Monroe, Salem, Turner
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