Historic Carousel & Museum of Albany

Summer Rides Program - A Carousel Quest
2026-05-30 11:00 - 2026-08-15 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
For only $30 you get access to $94 worth of rides. You also get a chance to win a year of unlimited rides. Stop by our gift shop and pick your pass(es) today!

This pass cannot be shared or transferred. It is for a single rider and must have their name on the front to be considered valid. It is only usable for rides through August 15, 2026

The carousel is not responsible for lost or stolen passes. We encourage parents/guardians to fill out their contact info on the back upon purchase.

At the entrance gate, have our operator stamp an animal and enjoy the ride!

Once your card has all its stamps, turn this pamphlet into gift shop with a name, phone number, and email address of an adult 18+ by August 15th, to be entered into a drawing for a 1 year Painted Pony Membership!

Friendly reminder that our 9th annual Carnival at the Carousel is also happening on August 15th so mark your calendars! Family fun packs are already available for purchase at: https://square.link/u/HUeaAOPc

Father's Day Special
2026-06-21 11:00 - 16:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
Dad’s ride free! First 100 dads to visit the carousel will get a free slushie!

Tea-Rex Party
2026-06-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
Get ready for a dinosaur tea party where things are anything but fancy. Think dirt, and prehistoric chaos! Party Perfection Oregon will be joining us for face painting and extra fun to keep the adventure going. It’s all about roaring loud, playing hard, and having a totally untamed good time.
We will have differing themed activities plus free carousel rides during the event. There will be themed food and desserts, juice, tea, and hot cocoa. Bring your dinosaur appetites! Tickets are $35 per person.

Crazy Daze Artisan Faire
2026-07-11 11:00 - 16:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
CRAZY DAZE IS COMING TO DOWNTOWN ALBANY!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 11, 2026, and join us at the Albany Historic Carousel & Museum for a special Artisan Faire during Downtown Crazy Daze!
From 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, shop a unique selection of handmade goods created by talented local artisans and makers. You’ll find one-of-a-kind treasures, handcrafted gifts, artwork, decor, and more, all made by the artists themselves.

Support local creators while enjoying one of Downtown Albany’s favorite shopping events. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or something special for yourself, you’re sure to discover something unique.

Artisan Faire Saturday, July 11, 2026 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Albany Historic Carousel & Museum

Come spend the day exploring the last day of Downtown Crazy Daze sales, supporting local businesses, and celebrating the creativity of our artisan community. We can’t wait to see you there!

Once Upon A Saturday
2026-07-18 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
Free to attend! Family fun LEGOs and/or crafts with our friends at the connection club. Fun for all ages.

National Carousel Day
2026-07-25 11:00 - 19:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
Join us in celebrating National Carousel Day. Free rides for all guests, ALL DAY!
Make a day of it by taking rides, stop by our concessions for some delicious lunch and ice cream, and taking our free tour. Plus our gift shop has something amazing for everyone.
See you there!

Carnival at the Carousel
2026-08-15 10:00 - 15:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
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We’d like to give a special shout out to the sponsors to this year’s Carnival:

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BIG TOP SPONSOR

Mike’s Heating and Air
https://mikesac.com/

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MIDWAY SPONSOR

Our amazing friends at NoDINX, always coming through with our awesome Carnival shirts!
https://nodinx.com/

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GAME SPONSORS

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McClinton Auto Collision
https://www.mcclintonauto.com/

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True Life Financial
https://truelifefinancialsolutions.com/

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Willamette Valley Jaguars
https://wvjags.com/

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Crabtree Automotive
https://www.crabtreeautorepair.com/

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Maxi Mill
https://www.maximill.com/

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American Bookkeeping & Tax
https://americanbookkeepingtax.com/

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Gerding Builders
https://www.gerdingbuilders.com/

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Lepman Properties
https://lepmanproperties.com/

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CNC Wood Cutters & Promotional Products
https://www.cncwoodcutters.com/

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Our very own Ray Kopczynski and the friends of Louie’s Fishing Hole!
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IN KIND SPONSORS

Pacific Northwest Balloons – Thank you for our beautiful Balloon Entry!
https://www.pacificnorthwestballoons.com/
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Safeway – Thank you for the beautiful cakes for our Cakewalk!
https://www.safeway.com/
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Starbucks – Thank you for keeping our volunteers fueled with coffee and pastries!
940 Pacific Blvd SE · (541) 220 1765
https://www.starbucks.com/
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It takes a village, so let us remember to shop local and lend our dollars to the businesses that lift up our community

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Thank you to all who help keep this community thriving and for making the 9th Annual Carnival at the Carousel such a huge success!

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We can’t wait to do it again with you next year!

Stuffie Sleepover Dropoff - Back to School Edition!
2026-09-18 16:00 - 18:00
Drop-off: Friday, September 18, 2026 | 4:00–6:00 PM Pick-up: Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 11:00 AM

Your Ticket Includes: Stuffie Stays Over and Has a Blast! Sack Lunch at Pickup Two Carousel Rides Framed Photo of Your Stuffie’s Adventures Memories to Last a Lifetime A Chance to Support the Carousel While Having Fun!

This special event is a FUNdraiser for our nonprofit carousel, and every dollar raised helps keep the magic alive inside these doors. It’s a perfect chance for kiddos to have fun while also learning about the joy of giving back and building a strong community together.
Thank you for your support! We can’t wait to see all the smiling faces!

TICKET LINK: https://square.link/u/hRuQ9DcU

International Talk Like a Pirate Day!
2026-09-19 11:00 - 19:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
Join us in your best pirate gear for a mighty fine time! Dress like a pirate and get a free ride card!

First Responders Day
2026-10-28 11:00 - 16:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
First responders ride free!

Halloween at the Scare-o-sel!
2026-10-31 16:00 - 19:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
Join us for our candy handout and costume contest from 4pm to 7pm!
We are open all day from 11am to 7pm!

Veteran's Day Celebration
2026-11-11 11:00 - 16:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
Veterans ride free! Come on by after the parade and grab some lunch a ride!

Festival of Wreaths 2026
2026-11-15 - 2026-11-22 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
Our annual auction is sure to be a big hit this year! Don’t miss your chance to bid on beautifully decorated wreaths, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and support a great cause. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Santa's Carousel Connection
2026-11-28 10:30 - 11:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
Santa arrives by train to kick off this seasons Santa’s visits!

Breakfast with Santa 1/2
2026-12-12 08:00 - 10:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
Breakfast with Santa ticket sales will be available here and on our social media as we near November. Stay tuned!
Breakfast 1: Saturday December 12th 8am to 10am
Breakfast 2: Sunday December 13th 8am to 10am

Breakfast with Santa 2/2
2026-12-13 08:00 - 10:00 | Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR, 97321, United States
