Corvallis This Weekend
Local events happening Friday through Sunday, plus a few holiday events to schedule in advance!
FRIDAY, NOV. 14
Black History in Benton County Tour, 2 p.m., Corvallis Museum, 411 SW 2nd St. Learn about the Black pioneers of Oregon’s early days who faced discrimination yet made Benton County their home in this 45-minute tour inside the museum. Register here, $5-$10 suggested donation.
Exhibit Reception: Philomath Open Studios Tour 20th Anniversary, 5 – 7 p.m., Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St., Philomath. Enjoy light refreshments and wine as you explore artwork by this year’s artists, and see special pieces from past participants. Artwork will be available for purchase, benefiting both the artists and the museum. See here.
OSU MFA Reading Series, 5 – 6 p.m., Main Meeting Room, Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave. Hear from one poet, one fiction writer, and one nonfiction writer currently pursuing an MFA at OSU.
Lantern Walk, 6 – 6:30 p.m., 333 NW 35th St. Join Deutsche Schule Corvallis for this event inspired by St. Martin’s Day in Germany. Children and adults share light through the night by walking and singing together. See here to register.
Meet the Doulas Night, 6 – 7:30 p.m., Corvallis Birth Center, 2314 NW Kings Blvd. Meet the doulas and ask questions about pregnancy, birth planning, and postpartum care/doula support. See here.
“Taste the Nations” International Food Event, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Imagine Coffee, 5460 Philomath Blvd. A culinary journey exploring vibrant Turkish delights, hearty Ukranian traditions, savory Syrian dishes, and sweet Afghan desserts in support of Corvallis for Refugees. Dinner prices range from $10 to $18; cash or Venmo only. See here.
Citizens of the Universe, 7 p.m., Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St. A “Birthday Party for Kristin” featuring Citizens of the Universe and a DJ set by JJ Dyn-o-mite. $10; proceeds go to local music and color guard programs. See here.
OSU Fall Choir Concert, 7 p.m., Detrick Hall, PRAx, 470 SW 15th St. Performances by the Oregon State University choral program, including the OSU Chamber Choir, Vocal Ensemble, Bella Voce and the OSU Meistersingers. Includes guest choir: South Salem High School Concert Choir. Tickets are $10 general, $5 student and youth 18 and under, free for OSU students. See here.
Warren Miller’s SNO-CIETY, 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave. Tickets are $20 pre-sale and $25 day of show. See here.
Fall Main Stage: An Enemy of the People, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Ray Theater, PRAx, 470 SW 15th St. Adapted from Henrick Ibsen’s play. Presented by the School of Visual, Performing and Design Arts. Tickets are $15 general, $12 youth/senior, and free for OSU students with ID. Runs through Nov. 23. See here.
The Majestic Theatre Presents The Producers, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St. Runs through Nov. 23. Tickets are adults $23, student/senior $21. See here.
SATURDAY, NOV. 15
Christmas Market, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Santiam Christian School, 7220 NE Arnold Ave. Local vendors selling unique gifts and treats. See here.
Corvallis Aquatic Team - CAT Den Lobby Sale, 9 – 11 a.m., lobby, Osborn Aquatic Center lobby, 1940 NW Highland Dr. CAT t-shirts, hoodies, sweats, shorts, jackets, bags, practice suits, and more. See here.
Corvallis Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturdays through Nov. 22, 1st and Jackson, downtown Corvallis. See here.
North Albany Community Church 11th Annual Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday free entrance, 1273 W. Thornton Lake Dr. NW, Albany. Around 110 vendors offering a variety of high-quality treasures. Breakfast and lunch offered, along with a bake sale, raffle area and coffee bar. Friday night entrance (Nov. 14) is by ticket. See here.
“Dump the Dump” Rally, 10 a.m. – noon, Benton County Courthouse, 120 NW 4th St. Organized by Valley Neighbors for Environmental Quality and Safety (VNEQS), Beyond Toxics, Coffin Butte Landfill Facts, in opposition to expansion of the Coffin Butte Landfill. See here.
E.E. Wilson Shotgun Range Grand Re-Opening – Veterans Invited, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Camp Adair Road. Veterans are invited to the grand reopening of the shotgun range at E.E. Wilson Wildlife Area. The renovation was inspired by a group of Veterans who regularly visited the old range and spurred ODFW to make it more welcoming and accessible for everyone. See here.
Government Comment Corner with Councilor Bowden, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Belluschi Wing, Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave. Ward 6 Councilor Alison Bowden will be available to answer questions about local government.
Holiday Open House, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Garland Nursery, 5470 NE Hwy 20. See here.
Jingle & Mingle, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Shonnard’s Nursery, 6600 SW Philomath Blvd. Holiday season opener. See here.
PreAtomic Records Birthday Party, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., 211 SW 2nd St. A 6-year celebration with fresh record drops, wine and beer, special pop tarts, dj sets, and more. See here.
Johnson Collection Center Tours, 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. (10:30 a.m. is full), Philomath Museum, 1101 Main St., Philomath. An hour-long guided tour of the Benton County Historical Society’s Johnson Collections Center in Philomath. Cost is $20 per person. Register here.
Caturday, 1 – 3 p.m., Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave. A free event for all ages celebrating all things cats. Special guest speaker Dr. Stacie Summers will present “The 5 Pillars of a Healthy Feline Environment: Creating Cat-Friendly Homes.” Create toys, play with cats, and more. See here.
Grand Oaks Corvallis Native Shrub Planting, 1 – 4 p.m., 6050 SW Grand Oaks Dr. Volunteers will be digging holes and planting small shrubs. Ages 18 and older. See SOLVE here to register.
Goats in America: A Cultural History Book Event with Tami Parr, 2 – 3 p.m., Main Meeting Room, Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave. Tami Parr will read and present material from her new book. Presented by OSU Press and Grass Roots Books. See here.
Cumbia & Salsa, 6 p.m. salsa lesson, 7 – 9 p.m. social dance, Delicias Valley Cafe, 933 NW Circle Blvd. Free. See here.
“Music Heals, Money Helps” – Benefit Concert, 6 – 9 p.m., Willamette Grange #52, 27555 Greenberry Rd. A special evening of music, joy, and community connection honoring three individuals fighting cancer: Ben Small, Jon Stenzler, and Mark Files. Donations are encouraged at the door and concession stand. See the post here from Flicker & Fir for more information.
The Winery Comedy Tour, 6 – 9 p.m., The Fullerton Winery, 804 NW Buchanan Ave. Mike Masilotti, an LA-based stand-up comic, originally from Upstate NY, is headlining. Find tickets here.
Fly Fishing Film Tour 2025, 6:30 p.m., LaSells Stewart Center, 875 SW 26th St. Hosted by The Bluebacks chapter of Trout Unlimited, local to the Mid-Willamette Valley. Proceeds will go to help with volunteer activities on area streams, including a new, multiple-year project to study water quality in the Corvallis-area watershed. See here and find tickets online here.
Dance Planet, 7 – 8:30 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2945 NW Circle Blvd. The event will start with master percussionists Dave Chiller and Dave Storrs, followed by an hour of music from around the planet for dancing, moving, or just listening. Family friendly. Admission is a suggested donation of $5-$15. See here.
Fire & Ice – Pat Benatar Tribute, 7 p.m., Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St.
Harlem Quartet, 7 p.m., Detrick Hall, PRAx, 470 SW 15th St. Chamber Music Corvallis presents Grammy winning Harlem Quartet, which has earned acclaim for its dynamic performances and fresh approach to classical music. The Lightbox Happy Hour at 6 p.m. features a pre-concert talk from Instructor of Music History, Dr. Kimary Fick, titled “From Tradition to Innovation: Diversifying the String Quartet Canon.” Tickets are $30-$40, $5 students. See here.
Corvallis Folklore Society Contra Dance, 7:30 – 10:30 p.m., Gatton Hall, First Congregational Church, 4515 SW West Hills Rd. Music by Bandwidth and calling by Stacy Rose. Cost is $12 - $20 sliding scale. See here.
Fiesta Cubana, 8 – 11 p.m., Bodhi Bistro, 230 NW 1st St. Featuring Son de Cuba, a quintet based in Portland. There is a $10 cover for the band. All ages welcome. See here.
SUNDAY, NOV. 16
Fill Your Pantry and Winter Vegetable Sagra, 12 – 3 p.m., Benton County Fairgrounds, RV Barn and Guerber Hall, 110 SW 53rd St. Shop local vendors and visit the Winter Vegetable Sagra booths for free samples and recipes from local chefs. SNAP and Double Up Food Bucks are accepted at this event. See here.
Drop-In Writing Practice, 1 – 2 p.m. Sundays, Saunders Room, upstairs at Conundrum House, 460 Madison Ave. A free community event. Come, hear some great poetry, write a little bit & share if you like. Contact Lisa Farlin for more information at lisa@loveyourmuse.com.
Lacrosse Clinic, 1 – 3 p.m., Corvallis High School, 1400 NW Buchanan Ave. Corvallis Cavaliers Lacrosse Club, a combined program for boys of Corvallis, Crescent Valley and Philomath high schools, is holding a clinic. No experience necessary. See here to register.
Grange Benefit Folk Show, 2 – 6 p.m., Willamette Grange #52, 27555 Greenberry Rd. Music by The Garden Gate, Sweet Patina, Rusty Hinges, and The Tappets. A benefit for the Willamette Grange. Adults $10, kids free. See here.
Corvallis-OSU Symphony Fall Concert, 3 p.m., Detrick Hall, PRAx, 470 SW 15th St. Featuring works by Jules Demerssman, Peter Tchaikovsky, Antonin Dvorak, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 day of show. See here.
Land Back & Palestine, 3 – 5 p.m., The Biere Library, 151 NW Monroe Ave. A discussion with a local indigenous activist on the Land Back movement and calls for decolonization from here to Palestine. See here.
Fiddle Student Concert, 5 p.m., Old World Deli, 341 SW 2nd St. See here.
Django Unchained (2012), 6 p.m., Whiteside Theatre, 361 SW Madison Ave. Rated R. See here.
PLAN AHEAD
Nov. 27 – Corvallis Turkey Trot, 8 a.m., Crystal Lake Sports Park. A family friendly event with a 5K and 10K run/walk and 1K Little Gobblers. See here for the registration information.
Nov. 29 – Rock the Holidays Aaron Meyer Christmas Concert, 7 p.m., Ashbrook Independent School. A benefit concert for Lumina Hospice & Palliative Care, the local non-profit hospice provider serving Oregon’s mid-Willamette Valley for 45 years. See here for tickets.
Dec. 4 – Luke Borchelt and Antwane Tyler, 7 p.m., Garland Nursery. Rising country stars Antwane Tyler (from the Pacific Northwest) and Luke Borchelt (from Maryland) bring their performance to the festively decorated greenhouse at Garland Nursery. A 21+ event. See here for tickets.
Dec. 5 – Assistance League’s Winter’s Eve Corvallis, 5 – 9 p.m., Madison Avenue. An evening of shopping, food, drink, raffle, and silent auction. Proceeds serve children, young adults, and their families in Benton County. See here for tickets.
Dec. 6 – Corvallis Holiday Parade, 6 p.m. The Holiday Parade returns and is back with a new route along the waterfront in downtown, traveling along 1st Street toward the Christmas tree at 1st and Jackson. Organized by the Downtown Corvallis Organization. See here for the link to participation and volunteer opportunities.
Events are subject to change. Finding Corvallis strives to provide up-to-date information about events open to the public. If you have a question or submission, email wendygeist@findingcorvallis.com.