Christmas Storybook Land

Christmas Storybook Land Christmas Storybook Land gives people of all ages a fun and free holiday event to enjoy! The “Dream”
In 1976 Don Albright, an Albany resident, had a dream.

That dream was shared with Gary Dahlinger and Terry Houdek and in 1977 the Albany community was able to view that dream for the first time. That first year there were 15 scenes:

Old McDonald’s Farm
Little Bo Peep
Winnie the Pooh
Three Little Kittens
Three Little Pigs
The Nativity
Hansel & Gretel
Snoopy & Friends
Little Miss Muffett
Jack in the Beanstalk
Mickey & Friends
The Night Before Christmas


Hickory Dickory Dock
A Church with Carolers
Mary Had A Little Lamb & School House


For the first few years a walking bear and other walking animals strolled the walkway and Santa greeted visitors while seated in a real sled. We have added many scenes—over 80 now—since those first years. Some of those original scenes may disappear, be updated and then reappear in a brand new way in a later season. Also new scenes are being added each year. So keep watching! Since that 1977 beginning Christmas Storybook Land has continued to survive and thrive with the help of hundreds of volunteers and businesses in our community who have given of their time and talents as well as donations of money and/or materials. Although our displays are FREE and non-commercial, we have encouraged canned food donations for the needy in our local communities. Over the years we have collected thousands of canned food items and commercially packaged foods that were given to FISH for distribution to those in need. Incorporation
In 1980 Articles of Incorporation were filed with the State of Oregon and Christmas Storybook Land was granted a non-profit organization status under section 501(c) (3) which exists to this day. Ultimate Goal
Christmas Storybook Land’s originators had an ultimate goal, and it is still a goal—that sometime in the future we can have a permanent building of our own and can leave these scenes set up for year around viewing.

🎄 Giving Back to Those Who Give So Much 🎄The Christmas Storybook Land Board recently voted to make a donation to Larry t...
02/04/2026

🎄 Giving Back to Those Who Give So Much 🎄

The Christmas Storybook Land Board recently voted to make a donation to Larry to help support his mission and assist with the need for a safer, more reliable vehicle to transport Caesar.

Larry and Caesar travel all over bringing joy, smiles, and unforgettable moments to people of all ages—always at no cost—and we are incredibly grateful that they also visit our event each year.

If you’d like to support Larry’s mission directly, I know it would truly mean a lot to him. ❤️
Thank you for helping us uplift those who give so generously to others.

✨ Community helping community—that’s what this season is all about. ✨

Thank you to everyone that joined us for the annual winter gathering to celebrate our 49th season! ❤️If you would like t...
01/19/2026

Thank you to everyone that joined us for the annual winter gathering to celebrate our 49th season! ❤️
If you would like to help for our big 50th Anniversary season as a volunteer, sponsor, or local business who would like to help with time or resources, please visit www.christmasstorybookland.org and hit the contact us to send us a message to get on our contact list for the next season! ❤️

Celebrated our volunteers tonight at the Winter Gathering with these wonderful savory and sweet selections! ❤️
01/19/2026

Celebrated our volunteers tonight at the Winter Gathering with these wonderful savory and sweet selections! ❤️

Getting goodies prepared for the winter gathering tonight! ❤️
01/18/2026

Getting goodies prepared for the winter gathering tonight! ❤️

It is with a heavy heart that the Christmas Storybook Land family announces the loss of an extraordinary and deeply cher...
01/16/2026

It is with a heavy heart that the Christmas Storybook Land family announces the loss of an extraordinary and deeply cherished board member, Faye Creecy.

For 43 years, Faye poured her creativity, time, and love into building many of our scenes that have brought wonder and joy to generations of families. Her dedication leaves an eternal legacy within Christmas Storybook Land and in the hearts of all who had the privilege of working alongside her.

She will be profoundly missed, lovingly remembered, and never forgotten.

Thank you to Bartlett Tree Experts for Coming today to chip and recycle our mountain of 2300 Christmas trees. We apprec...
01/13/2026

Thank you to Bartlett Tree Experts for Coming today to chip and recycle our mountain of 2300 Christmas trees. We appreciate you!

01/12/2026

Santa says Thank you to all Volunteers and reminds you to join us next season when we turn 50 years old!

Almost the last to leave were long time volunteers Larry and Terry who have been helping out our event for over 30 years...
01/12/2026

Almost the last to leave were long time volunteers Larry and Terry who have been helping out our event for over 30 years!
Reminder for our registered volunteers to check your email for your invitation to the Winter Gathering where we celebrate those that helped this season.

And we are out of here until next season!Again big shout out to the Linn County Expo Center for hosting us and also this...
01/12/2026

And we are out of here until next season!
Again big shout out to the Linn County Expo Center for hosting us and also this year giving us extra time to work onsite as we went through all our trailers and upgraded our storage methods to better protect our items from damage. What a wonderful community event we have made possible by so many helpers! ❤️

01/12/2026

Thank you to J&H Trucking for coming out to help us move our packed trailers to storage!

01/11/2026

Thank you to Al’s Sweeping Service for helping us clean out the floor of the building today!

West Albany High School helpers having some fun while volunteering!
01/11/2026

West Albany High School helpers having some fun while volunteering!

Address

P. O. Box 246
Albany, OR
97321

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 8pm
Tuesday 5pm - 8pm
Wednesday 5pm - 8pm
Thursday 5pm - 8pm
Friday 5pm - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 8pm
Sunday 10am - 8pm

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