Holiday Season Activities in Corvallis
Holiday Services in Corvallis
Corvallis and the Willamette Valley are delightful places to visit during the holiday season. Whether you are planning a short visit to Corvallis or an extended stay, chances are you will enjoy the friendly community and gorgeous natural surroundings.
A fireplace is the perfect setting for your holiday season activities. Some of our vacation rentals feature working fireplaces. This fireplace is in our Highland Acres extended-stay rental.
We love hosting guests who are visiting loved ones as we recognize the importance of being together for the holidays.
This year, whether your family or friends live in Corvallis, attend Oregon State University, or reside in assisted living facilities, we have safe, clean options for your visit. Our stand-alone, separate, immaculately clean, premium vacation rentals offer you a home away from home.
Staying in your own home-away-from-home can be the perfect way to plan a visit this year or to self-quarantine with your household. In many ways, this year is unlike any other year you have experienced and the 2020 holiday season is no exception.
We compiled this guide to holiday activities in Corvallis in case you are looking for things to do that comply with current guidelines. Please check with event organizers as this is an unprecedented holiday season.
Holiday Traditions in Corvallis
Here are some of the bright options for you to enjoy this season in addition to your at-home festivities.
Family, Solo, or Couple: Self-Guided Activities Around Town
Have a great time outdoors or doing activities with your “safe-circle” of friends and family with these self-guided activities in downtown Corvallis, downtown Albany or the Oregon State University campus.
Downtown Art and Lights Tour: Multiple Downtown Corvallis businesses commissioned mural art, the Corvallis Mural Project coordinates the project and provides an online map. Downtown Corvallis is also home to statues, alley art, and a recovered theatre marquee that features local poets on a rotating basis. If you notice festive twinkle lights, that may be because the Downtown Corvallis Association and local businesses are teaming up to “Light Up Downtown!”
Look for Historic Buildings: While you are downtown, you may look for some of the historic and notable buildings. The City of Corvallis provides an itinerary to plan your own walking tour.
See the Neighborhood Lights: Groups of community members are organizing to “Light Up Corvallis” neighborhoods. The initiative evolved from community social media discussions as locals wanted to find alternatives to the Pastega Lights. Since many people already love to decorate their homes, the group hopes to take it up a notch. Plan on a self-guided driving tour to best enjoy community creativity!
Reserve a Private Cinema Screening:The Darkside Cinema in downtown Corvallis offers patrons the opportunity to rent a small screening room for a private movie night for your family complete with classic snacks like popcorn. Cinema chain AMC also offers private screenings of classic films and new releases.
Ride an Old Fashioned Merry-go-round: the Historic Carousel and Museum in downtown Albany features a menagerie of unique animals hand-crafted by regional artists. Fun environment and photo opportunity. The carousel is a local favorite for family photographs throughout the year.
Outdoor Activities to Enjoy: Bike, Walk, Hike
In addition to community activities, head outdoors to enjoy some of the natural areas that Corvallis is famous for.
Locals and visitors enjoy outdoor activities most of the year thanks to the Willamette Valley’s mild climate. Bundle up to enjoy a hike or a bicycle ride to enjoy the brisk winter air. Before you go, be sure to check the weather forecasts just to make sure there are not any unusual and unsafe weather conditions.
Each winter, Corvallis community members enjoy hikes, walks, or bicycle rides in outdoor spaces like Bald Hill, Fitton Green, and William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge. For updates on local parks, check out Corvallis Parks and Recreation guide to local parks, forestry, and natural areas. Some of these destinations are accessible or offer trails for a range of fitness and skill levels.
If you are looking for an outdoor activity close to downtown, consider a self-guided Tree Identification Tour. Oregon State University and Central Park (between downtown Corvallis and the OSU campus) contain a lush variety of trees. The City Council committee focused on civic beautification and urban forestry created a map of notable trees for self-guided tours. Download the Know Your Trees guide to the Oregon State University campus.
Most Fernwood Circle Guest Houses have a complete home-style kitchen. Our guests appreciate this amenity whether preparing a family-style meal or reheating their favorite takeout.
