Are you ready for another exciting summer around Albany and Corvallis? With gorgeous weather, long, sunny days, and a host of fun outdoor events to look forward to, the region is sure to be bustling with activity all summer long. From beloved local fairs to concerts under the summer stars, there's sure to be an event with your name on it. Our real estate agents have more details in our look at summer events around Albany and Corvallis.

• Linn County Fair – 3700 Knox Butte Rd., Albany, OR 97322
  We begin with an event that families and kids are sure to love, as the Linn County Fair returns with three days of summer family fun. Enjoy the classic county fair experience, with carnival games, thrilling rides, delicious, decadent food, and a packed schedule of live entertainment across multiple stages. Families with kids will be especially interested in Familyland, a special area of the fair with tons of activities for kids. You can experience it all July 18-20, 2024.

• Albany 1st Fridays – Downtown Albany, OR 97321
  Downtown Albany is the place to be on the first Friday evening of every month, thanks to the monthly Albany 1st Fridays celebrations. Each Albany 1st Fridays event is tailored to highlight a different aspect of Albany by helping you connect with the wonderful small businesses and community organizations in the city. There are three Albany 1st Fridays events this summer, each with a unique focus. Enjoy a patriotic celebration with the Red, White & Blue 1st Friday (July 5, 2024), sample the work of the best local craft breweries during the Craft Brew Smackdown (August 2), and wrap up the summer season with Art & Artists (September 6).

• Grand Kinetic Challenge – Corvallis, OR
  A truly unique event where engineering meets artistry, the Grand Kinetic Challenge is unlike any other event that you'll attend this summer. Teams from across the West Coast compete to create kinetic art sculptures, which are pedal-powered and must navigate a complex course that winds throughout Corvallis. It's a spectacle of science and entertainment that you simply won't want to miss. This year's Grand Kinetic Challenge will take place July 20-21, 2024. Attend as a spectator, or lend a helping hand as a volunteer.

• Corvallis Knights Home Games – 430 SW Langton Place, Corvallis, OR 97331
  Looking for a fun, family-friendly activity that you can return to all summer long? Corvallis Knights Home Games make for a great family night out, with exciting baseball action and tons more to see around the stadium. For more than three decades, the Knights have been providing affordable entertainment and memorable on-field achievements. The summer schedule started on June 14, 2024, with plenty of opportunities to see the team through the end of the season on August 4, 2024.

• Sunnymount Sessions – 23924 Territorial Hwy., Monroe, OR 97456
  Who could say no to a summer concert under the stars? The Sunnymount Sessions summer concert series takes place at the beautiful Benton-Lane Winery in Monroe, offering a great opportunity to explore the winery and hear some great music in the process. There are several Sunnymount Sessions lined up for 2024: Tiffany Bird (July 12), The Boot Heel Band (August 9), and The Easy Targets (September 13).

Does buying or selling a home factor prominently into your summer plans? Our local team is here to help with all of your real estate needs. Contact us to buy and sell homes throughout the Albany and Corvallis, OR, area.