The October featured event · Albany, Oregon
The Broker Duo Team's October featured event is the Trunk or Treat Costume Contest in the LBCC parking lot in Albany, Oregon, on Sunday, October 25th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Families from Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon, Sweet Home, Philomath, Salem, and across the Mid-Willamette Valley are invited to dress up, decorate their trunks, and gather candy for an evening that supports Albany Area Habitat for Humanity.
Date
Sunday, October 25th
Time
5:00-7:00 PM
Location
LBCC Parking Lot, Albany, OR
Supporting
Albany Area Habitat for Humanity
Our invitation to you
🎃 Join us for the Trunk or Treat Costume Contest! 👻
The Broker Duo Team is proud to sponsor this community favorite, and we would love to see your family there. Families across Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon, Sweet Home, Philomath, Salem, and the entire Mid-Willamette Valley are invited to the LBCC parking lot in Albany, Oregon, on Sunday, October 25th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Come dressed in your favorite costume, decorate your trunk for the candy trail, and enter the costume contest. It is an evening of candy, costumes, decorated cars, and community fun, and we can't wait to celebrate Halloween with you. 🍭
The best part of the night is who it supports: Albany Area Habitat for Humanity. 🏠 Every decorated trunk and every costume helps celebrate and support Habitat's mission of building strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter right here in the Mid-Willamette Valley. Thank you for joining us in supporting this wonderful local cause. ❤️
Come say hello while you are there. 👋 Christine and the Broker Duo Team will be out in the community, and we would genuinely love to meet your family and hear your story. Finding your way home starts with neighborhoods like ours, and we are honored to be part of an evening that brings them together. 🎃
Sponsored by The Broker Duo Team at eXp Realty. Hosted by Habitat for Humanity of the Mid-Willamette Valley (Albany Area Habitat for Humanity) with support from Linn-Benton Community College.
See you at the Trunk or Treat Costume Contest!
The Broker Duo Team | eXp Realty - Finding Your Way Home, Wherever Life Leads
Why we host it
Community is what makes the Mid-Willamette Valley such a wonderful place to call home, and the Trunk or Treat Costume Contest is our way of giving back to it. This family Halloween celebration raises awareness and support for Albany Area Habitat for Humanity and the work it does building strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter across the Valley.
Real estate has always been about more than homes to us. It is about the communities those homes belong to, and the neighbors who make them special. Events like this one are a small way of saying thank you to every family we have served across Albany, Corvallis, Salem, Lebanon, Sweet Home, Philomath, and beyond for 29 years.
Habitat for Humanity of the Mid-Willamette Valley serves Albany and the Valley with affordable homeownership and repairs.
Candy, costumes, decorated trunks, and a costume contest, in a safe, lit, community parking lot.
The LBCC parking lot at Linn-Benton Community College is easy to find for families coming from every direction.
Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon, Sweet Home, Philomath, Salem, and every Mid-Willamette Valley community is welcome.
Getting there
The event takes place in the LBCC parking lot at Linn-Benton Community College, 6500 Pacific Blvd SW, Albany, Oregon 97321, on Sunday, October 25th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Stop by in costume, decorate your trunk, and join the fun.
Who is behind the event
Christine started in Oregon real estate at 19 and has spent 29 years helping families buy, sell, and relocate across Albany, Corvallis, Salem, and the Mid-Willamette Valley. As Principal Broker and team leader of The Broker Duo Team at eXp Realty, she sponsors community events like this one because she believes real estate is about helping people move forward into the next chapter of their lives.
Whether you are a first-time buyer, a longtime homeowner getting ready to sell, or a family relocating to Oregon, the approach is the same: understand your situation, then build the plan around it. Come say hello at the event, or reach out anytime.
Who is behind the event
For over two decades, Casey has been helping buyers find not just a house—but a place to truly call home. Known for her patience, attentiveness, and genuine care, she takes the time to understand what matters most to her clients and guides them with honesty and heart.
Whether working with first-time buyers, growing families, or investors, Casey creates a smooth, supportive experience from start to finish. Her clients trust her not only for her knowledge and experience—but for the way she shows up for them every step of the way.
The November featured event · Albany, Oregon
Our November featured event is one of the most moving traditions in the country, and it happens right here in Albany, Oregon. The 75th Annual Linn County Veterans Day Parade is the largest Veterans Day parade west of the Mississippi River and the third-largest in the United States, behind only New York City and Chicago. On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, it steps off at 11:11 AM in historic downtown Albany under this year's theme, "Salute to Our Heroes", as the nation marks the 250th birthday of America.
Date
Wednesday, November 11
Time
11:11 AM
Location
Downtown Albany, OR
Scale
Third-largest in the U.S.
Why this parade matters
Albany is designated a regional Veterans Town USA, and it has hosted continuous Armistice and Veterans Day celebrations since 1919. The full Linn County Veterans Day Parade has run annually since 1951, which makes this year's parade, the 75th, a true community landmark.
The 2026 parade carries the theme "Salute to Our Heroes" as the nation marks the 250th birthday of America. Whether you live in the Willamette Valley or you are visiting from out of state, there is no better way to show the families who served that their hometown remembers them.
Albany has hosted continuous Armistice and Veterans Day celebrations since 1919, with the full parade running annually since 1951.
Albany is designated a regional Veterans Town USA, honoring the men and women who served our country.
Military vehicles, marching bands, floats, classic cars, and large contingents of service members and veterans line the route.
Spectators often number 45,000 or more, gathering from Albany, Corvallis, Salem, and across the Mid-Willamette Valley.
Wednesday, November 11 · 11:11 AM · Downtown Albany
🏆 Join us downtown to salute a hometown tradition! 🇺🇸
There is something special about watching this parade from the sidewalks of historic downtown Albany. The route fills with military vehicles, marching bands, floats, classic cars, and proud contingents of service members and veterans, all cheered on by a crowd that often reaches 45,000 or more. Along the way, food carts line the route, so you can grab a warm bite while you wait for the next group to pass by.
Plan to arrive early, about 30 to 60 minutes before the 11:11 AM start, so you can find parking and claim a good spot along the route. November weather in the Willamette Valley can be cold and rainy, so dress in layers and bring rain gear or an umbrella. The parade goes on rain or shine, and it is absolutely worth it.
Come say hello if you see us out there. Christine and the Broker Duo Team love being part of the community moments that make the Mid-Willamette Valley home, and honoring our veterans is one of the most meaningful of the year. Finding your way home starts with a community that takes care of its own, and this is Albany at its very best.
Source linncountyveteransdayparade.org , the official Linn County Veterans Day Parade website. Details can change, so check the official site for the latest news before you go.
See you along the parade route in downtown Albany.
The Broker Duo Team | eXp Realty - Finding Your Way Home, Wherever Life Leads
Getting there
The parade steps off at 11:11 AM on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in historic downtown Albany, Oregon, and winds through the downtown streets toward the Linn County Courthouse. Downtown Albany sits in the heart of the Mid-Willamette Valley, an easy drive from Corvallis, Salem, Lebanon, Sweet Home, Philomath, Monmouth, Independence, Keizer, and Eugene.
The late November featured event · Albany, Oregon
Kicking off the holiday season in the heart of the Mid-Willamette Valley, our late November featured event is Operation Christmas Tree's 2026 Community Tree Lighting in historic downtown Albany. This free celebration, hosted by the Albany Downtown Association, runs Saturday, November 28, 2026 from 2:00 to 8:00 PM, and it is a wonderful Small Business Saturday stop for families from Albany, Corvallis, Salem, and across the Valley.
Date
Saturday, November 28, 2026
Time
2:00-8:00 PM
Location
Historic Downtown Albany, OR
Admission
Free, all are welcome
Saturday, November 28 · 2:00-8:00 PM · Downtown Albany
🎄 Join us for the Community Tree Lighting in historic downtown Albany! ⭐
Operation Christmas Tree is a volunteer-driven initiative that brings holiday cheer to historic downtown Albany each year, and the 2026 Community Tree Lighting is the celebration that starts it all. On Saturday, November 28, 2026, from 2:00 to 8:00 PM, the Albany Downtown Association invites everyone to gather downtown as the season officially begins: the Community Christmas Tree, festive events, holiday music, good cheer, and Santa himself. 🎅
Because the celebration falls on Small Business Saturday, it is a perfect day to make a full downtown afternoon of it. Shop the independent storefronts, grab a bite at a local restaurant or cafe, and then gather with neighbors as the lights come on. It is the kind of day that reminds you why downtown Albany is such a special place to live, work, and visit. 💗
One of the loveliest traditions of the season: personalized ornaments with names on them are displayed on the light poles along Ellsworth and Lyon Streets throughout the holiday season. Take a stroll, find the names of friends and neighbors, and watch the downtown glow from one end of the block to the other.
Come say hello if you see us out there. Christine and the Broker Duo Team love being part of the community moments that make the Mid-Willamette Valley home, and this celebration is Albany at its coziest. Finding your way home starts with a community that gathers together like this. 👋
Source albanydowntown.com , the official Albany Downtown Association event listing. Hosted by the Albany Downtown Association as part of Operation Christmas Tree. Details can change, so check the official listing for the latest news before you go.
Make it a Small Business Saturday to remember in downtown Albany.
The Broker Duo Team | eXp Realty - Finding Your Way Home, Wherever Life Leads
Getting there
Historic downtown Albany sits in the heart of the Mid-Willamette Valley, an easy drive from Corvallis, Salem, Lebanon, Sweet Home, Philomath, Monmouth, Independence, Keizer, and Eugene. The Community Tree Lighting runs from 2:00 to 8:00 PM on Saturday, November 28, 2026, with festive events and holiday music continuing through the evening.
The December featured event · Albany, Oregon
Our December featured event is the 50th anniversary of Christmas Storybook Land, the free indoor walk-through holiday forest at the Linn County Expo Center in Albany, Oregon. Part of the Mid-Valley Magical Holiday Celebration, it brings scenes from fairy tales, nursery rhymes, and family movies to life, with Santa waiting at the end of the trail. Families from Albany, Corvallis, Salem, and across the Mid-Willamette Valley have made this a treasured holiday tradition for half a century.
December 5-23 & December 26-31, 2026
Daily from December 5 through December 23, then again December 26 through December 31, 2026.
Monday-Friday 5:00-8:00 PM. Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM-8:00 PM.
Free. A donation of nonperishable food for the Fish of Albany food bank is gladly accepted.
Linn County Expo Center, 3700 Knox Butte Rd E, Albany, Oregon 97322.
🎄 Celebrate 50 years of holiday magic at Christmas Storybook Land! 🎄
Fifty years. That is a half century of Mid-Willamette Valley families wandering the same enchanted forest, and this year Christmas Storybook Land returns to the Linn County Expo Center for its 50th anniversary as part of the Mid-Valley Magical Holiday Celebration. Step inside and an indoor holiday forest unfolds around you: scenes from fairy tales, nursery rhymes, and family movies line the trail, with lights and storybook details around every turn. 🏙️
The very best part is waiting at the end of the trail. Santa himself is there to greet the children, which means the walk-through ends in the exact kind of moment December is made for. Best of all, admission is completely free, it takes place indoors so it is wonderful on any December day, and there is no rush: evenings are perfect after work and school, and weekend mornings open up the whole day. 🎉
If you are able, the organizers gladly accept a donation of nonperishable food for the Fish of Albany food bank. It is a small way to share the season with neighbors who need a hand, and it makes the walk feel even better. ❤️
Events like this are part of what makes the Mid-Willamette Valley such a wonderful place to call home, and a big reason Christine and the Broker Duo Team love sharing them with you. Bring the family, make the memory, and please come say hello if you see us out there. 👋
Source Christmas Storybook Land, hosted by the Linn County Expo Center in Albany, Oregon, as part of the Mid-Valley Magical Holiday Celebration. Check the official event website for any updates before you go.
Make Christmas Storybook Land part of your family's December.
The Broker Duo Team | eXp Realty - Finding Your Way Home, Wherever Life Leads
Getting there
The Linn County Expo Center is at 3700 Knox Butte Rd E, Albany, Oregon 97322, an easy drive from Albany, Corvallis, Salem, Lebanon, Sweet Home, Philomath, and every corner of the Mid-Willamette Valley. The walk-through runs December 5-23 and December 26-31, 2026, with Santa waiting at the end of the trail.
Community calendar
Beyond our featured fall events, there is so much to do this season across Albany, Corvallis, and the Mid-Willamette Valley. We have rounded up these verified, family-friendly events so you can mark your calendar, bring the family, and enjoy everything the season has to offer. Event details can change, so we have linked each listing to its source.
Pumpkins, costumes & harvest season
4 events · Albany & Corvallis
A classic autumn outing for the whole family just outside Albany. The farm opens Thursdays through Sundays through October 31, so there is still time to fit in a visit this season.
Source: albanyvisitors.com
For the braver side of the family, Morningstar Grange opens its haunted house on weekends throughout October. A fun way to lean into the season, if you dare.
Source: albanyvisitors.com
Shopkeepers across historic downtown Albany hand out candy while families trick or treat through the streets. A wonderful October evening in our own backyard.
Source: albanydowntown.com
Trick or treating moves downtown as Corvallis storefronts pass out candy on Halloween afternoon. Costumes are encouraged, and the little ones will love it.
Source: downtown-corvallis.org
Honoring, gathering & first snow flurries
7 events · Albany & Corvallis
The largest Veterans Day parade west of the Mississippi River and the third-largest in the United States steps off in downtown Albany at 11:11 AM. Expect more than 160 entries, food carts along the route, and this year's theme of 'Salute to Our Heroes' as we mark the 250th birthday of America.
Source: linncountyveteransdayparade.org
The Corvallis Museum presents a family exhibit on Sunday afternoon. Bring the kids and discover the stories woven into the stars and stripes.
Source: bentoncountymuseums.org
As Veterans Day approaches, downtown Albany hosts uniform displays that honor those who served. A quiet, meaningful walk through history.
Source: albanydowntown.com
Corvallis Parks and Recreation's Family Fun Night lands on the first Friday of each month from 5 to 7 PM. A friendly, low-pressure night to get the family out and have fun together.
Source: corvallisoregon.gov/parksrec
The Mid-Willamette Family YMCA's annual Holiday Craft Fair returns on Saturday, November 7 from 10 AM to 3 PM in Albany. Shop for unique gifts, support local artisans, and enjoy the magic of the season in a free, family-friendly celebration for everyone across the Mid-Willamette Valley.
Source: facebook.com
The community gathers downtown as Corvallis lights the tree on Sunday evening. Cozy, free, and a lovely way to mark the start of the holidays.
Source: downtown-corvallis.org
The Albany Downtown Association's free holiday celebration kicks off the season in historic downtown Albany with the Community Christmas Tree, festive events, holiday music, good cheer, and Santa. A wonderful Small Business Saturday stop to shop and dine downtown before the lighting.
Source: albanydowntown.com
Parades, lights & holiday cheer
3 events · Albany & Corvallis
The monthly Family Fun Night returns on the first Friday of December. A wonderful way to bundle up, get out, and spend quality time together.
Source: corvallisoregon.gov/parksrec
Downtown Corvallis lines up for its holiday parade on Sunday afternoon. Bring the family and enjoy a festive stroll on the streets of Corvallis.
Source: downtown-corvallis.org
The free indoor walk-through holiday forest returns for its 50th anniversary at the Linn County Expo Center, part of the Mid-Valley Magical Holiday Celebration. Scenes from fairy tales, nursery rhymes, and family movies line the trail, and Santa waits at the end. Monday-Friday 5-8 PM, Saturday and Sunday 10 AM-8 PM.
Source: christmasstorybookland.org
Dates, times, and locations can change, so please double check with each host before you head out. Thank you to the organizers and local partners behind every event on this list for keeping the Mid-Willamette Valley full of good things to do this season.
Love what the Valley has to offer?
Christine and the Broker Duo Team would love to help you find a home near the events, parks, and neighborhoods your family enjoys most. Reach out anytime for a friendly conversation about your next move in Albany, Corvallis, or anywhere across the Mid-Willamette Valley.
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This page is where Christine and the Broker Duo Team share the community events we sponsor and support across Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon, Sweet Home, Philomath, Salem, and the surrounding Mid-Willamette Valley communities. If you know of an event your neighborhood or organization would like us to help promote, or if you would simply like to say hello, we would love to hear from you.
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