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Calendar of Events

Welcome to the events calendar for the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region. Thousands of events take place each year. Music and ethnic festivals, Broadway performances, museums, sporting events and guided hikes are some of the exciting events that happen here.
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17K Vert in a Day
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday
  • Event Admission: $149
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  • Location: Oregon Adventures Vacations and Promotions
  • Address: , Oakridge, OR 97463
  • Phone: 541.968.5397

An all-day tour, covering six separate trails. Descend 17,000 feet and climb another 3,500 on this advanced trail. Minimum 5 riders required.

38th Annual Scandia Run 10K & 5K Run/Walk
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 8 a.m.
  • Event Admission: $20 - $30
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  • Location: Lyle Day Park
  • Address: 6th and Deal, Junction City, OR 97448
  • Phone: 253.397.6251

New this year is the 5k run/walk. Team competition in 10k for business and open, 5k open team race. Prizes for top three finishers.

A Taste of Compassion
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 5 - 9 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $30
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  • Location: Domaine Meriwether Winery
  • Address: 88324 Vineyard Ln, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.513.9751

Come out and enjoy live music, gourmet food, wine tasting and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit the West Coast Dog and Cat Rescue.

Always...Patsy Cline
August 11, 2012 - August 19, 2012
  • Event Times: Friday & Saturday 7 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $10, $25 season tickets
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  • Location: Florence Playhouse
  • Address: 208 Laurel St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1675

Always...Patsy Cline is more than a tribute to the legendary country singer who died tragically at age 30 in a plane crash in 1963. The musical play, complete with down home country humor, true emotion, and even some audience participation, includes many of Patsy's unforgettable hits such as Crazy, I Fall to Pieces, Sweet Dreams and Walking After Midnight.

Ballet Fantastique 3rd Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9:15 a.m. registration, 10 a.m. tee time
  • Event Admission: $85, $300 team of four
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  • Location: RiverRidge Golf Complex
  • Address: 3800 N Delta Hwy, Eugene, OR 97408

Come alone or bring your team of four. Every dollar in proceeds from this event directly sponsors Ballet Fantastique on their first international tour.

Beginning Trail Running Clinic
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday 7:45 - 11 a.m.
  • Event Admission: $35
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  • Location: Cascades Raptor Center and Ridgeline Trail System
  • Address: 32275 Fox Hollow Road, Eugene, OR 97405
  • Phone: 541.968.1362

Get started running and exploring beautiful places. We'll chat about what to wear, how to fuel, where to go, how to stay safe, handle hills, how to race. Then, enjoy an easy guided trail run. Co-ed!

Cabela's Family Campout
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Friday - Saturday, 6 p.m. - 9 a.m.
  • Event Admission: $5 - $6
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  • Location: Clearwater Park
  • Address: Clearwater Lane, Springfield, OR 97478

Come sleep out under the stars! Enjoy dutch oven cooking lessons and a picnic dinner with s'mores for dessert. Ty your hand at fishing with Cabela's instructors along with lessons on tent construction, archery and stargazing. Register in advance; space is limited.

Day Dreams at Dusk
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 5 - 9 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $30
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  • Location: Domaine Meriwether Winery
  • Address: 88324 Vineyard Lane, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.513.9751

Help save kittens' lives while enjoying an evening of great music from Tall Tale Excursions, Satori Bob, and Mud Puppy. Dinner is included (vegan options) & glass of wine or beer with ticket purchase.

Deb Cleveland Band
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $6
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  • Location: Mac's Restaurant & Nightclub
  • Address: 1626 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97405
  • Phone: 541.344.8600

Enjoy the classic and contemporary blues of the Deb Cleveland Band.

Emerald Valley Opry
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 6 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $6, $5 Seniors, $3 ages 7-16
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  • Location: Willamette High School, Powers Auditorium
  • Address: 1801 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene, OR 97402
  • Phone: 541.688.0937

Concert lineup includes Michael Hall, Trammel & Co., David Pope, Mitch Hider, The Main Street Band. Benefit to help Bethel Schools music programs.

Eugene Emeralds Baseball
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 7:05 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $6 - $12
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  • Location: PK Park
  • Address: Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Eugene, OR 97401
  • Phone: 541.342.5367

Come out to the baseball diamond and watch the Emeralds take on the Tri-City Dust Devils.

Eugene/Springfield Pride Day
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, noon - 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $5 suggested donation
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  • Location: Alton Baker Park
  • Address: Club Rd and Coburg Rd, Eugene, OR 97401
  • Phone: 541.513.1711

A celebration of Eugene/Springfield diversity, this event that features local merchants, food vendors, entertainment, bachelor and bachelorette auctions, and provides a safe space for the remembrance of Stonewall.

Family Overnight Raft Trip
August 11, 2012 - August 12, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $110
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  • Location: River House Community Center
  • Address: 301 N Adams St., Eugene, OR 97402

Spend the weekend rafting down and camping along the Willamette river. This is a guided trip that explores the nearby natural areas of the Willamette. All meals and rafting gear is provided; please bring your personal camping gear.

GALA Art Walk Bus Tour in Florence
August 11, 2012 - April 13, 2013
  • Recurring monthly on the 2nd Saturday
  • Event Times: Saturday, 3 - 5 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439

Enjoy a free bus tour of five to six Florence art galleries. Meet artists, enjoy art and refreshments along the way.

Let's Go Camping
August 11, 2012 - August 25, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Friday, Saturday
  • Event Times: Friday, 4 p.m. - Sunday, noon
  • Event Admission: $20 per family
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  • Location: At various State Parks
  • Address: OR
  • Phone: 888.953.7677

Oregon Parks and Recreation District hosts fun filled camping weekends for novice campers and families at various Oregon State Park throughout the summer. With extra gear for you, there's plenty of fun for adults and children. S'more included!

Movie in the Park: Flight of the Navigator
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Monroe Park
  • Address: 10th & Monroe, Eugene, OR 97403

Enjoy a movie under the stars! Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for this outdoor film.

Northwest World Reggae Festival
August 11, 2012 - August 12, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday - Sunday, 9 a.m. - 2 a.m.
  • Event Admission: $120, $40, $30
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  • Location: Bob's Ranch
  • Address: Mohawk Loop Rd, Marcola, OR 97454

The Pacific Northwest's premiere music festival's featuring world class reggae and world music acts. Three days camping, food vendors, local and international crafts.

Oakridge Keg & Cask Festival
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 2 - 8 p.m.
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  • Location: Uptown
  • Address: First St, Oakridge, OR 97463

Part pub, part bistro and totally cool, this family-friendly event features beer and wine tasting, music, food and more.

OFAM: The King and I
August 11, 2012 - August 12, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Friday, Saturday
  • Event Times: Friday & Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $48, $38, $28, $20
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  • Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts
  • Address: 7th & Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97401
  • Phone: 541.682.5000

East meets West in this extraordinary Rodgers and Hammerstein classic based on the true story of English window Anna Leonowens, who in 1862 arrives at the Royal Palace in Bangkok with her young son. The story follows the tail of Anna and the King's truly unique love story.

OFAM: Treat it Gentle
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 8 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $20, $26, $32, $36
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  • Location: The John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts
  • Address: 868 High St, Eugene, OR 97401
  • Phone: 541.434.7000

A concert reflecting on key moments through Bechet’s career, including his early records backing up blues singers, his fiery meetings with Louis Armstrong, and a remarkable series of recordings he made with Willie “The Lion” Smith in 1939 of his impressions of Haitian music, predating the world music craze by a good 50 years.

Oregon Festival of American Music (OFAM)
August 11, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Tuesday - Saturday
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  • Location: The John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts
  • Address: 868 High St, Eugene, OR 97401
  • Phone: 541.434.7000

A celebration of American music including musicals, concerts, movies, lectures and camps. Performances at The Shedd and the Hult Center. This year's focus is Le Hot Jazz.

Peter Murphy (of Bauhaus), OURS
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 8 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $25 advance, $30 door
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  • Location: WOW Hall
  • Address: 291 W 8th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
  • Phone: 541.687.2746

Peter Murphy, the mainman of the acclaimed outfit Bauhaus, helped usher in groundbreaking opaque moods and atmospheres into the post-punk landscape.

Robert Meade Band
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9:30 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $3 - $5
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  • Location: Sam Bond's Garage
  • Address: 407 Blair St, Eugene, OR
  • Phone: 541.431.6603

Check out some acoustic, rock tunes from the Robert Meade Band. Caroline Bauer opens the show.

Roving Park Players present Five Children & It
August 11, 2012 - August 12, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday & Sunday, 6 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Maurie Jacobs Park
  • Address: Fir Lane, Eugene, OR 97401
  • Phone: 541.686.2738

When five adventurous children meet a sand fairy near their vacation home, their fondest wishes are granted; but they soon learn the truth of the saying "be careful what you wish for." Come join in the fun and surprises of this park play.

Sand Master Park Sand Sculpting Clinic
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Sand Master Park
  • Address: 5351 Hwy 101, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.6006

Sand Master Park's last sand sculpting clinic with champion sculptor, Lorie Gordon. Free for all to watch or participate.

Scandinavian Festival
August 11, 2012 - August 12, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Thursday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Downtown
  • Address: , Junction City, OR 97448
  • Phone: 541.998.9372

Junction City celebrates the countries of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland and Iceland. Offering cultural entertainment and activities in the authentic Scandinavian spirit.

Shakespeare in the Park presents Henry VIII
August 11, 2012 - August 26, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday
  • Event Times: Saturday & Sunday, 6 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Amazon Center
  • Address: 2700 Hilyard St, Eugene, OR 97405

Take in the majestic pageantry, political intrigue and romance of England’s most infamous King.

Shakespeare Showcase
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free, donations accepted
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  • Location: Lane Community College (LCC)
  • Address: 4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405
  • Phone: 541.463.5761

The Showcase, now entering its 22nd year, is the final project for Acting Shakespeare students, and also features actors from the community. In the Blue Door Theatre. Children over age 10 welcome.

The Day the Music Died
August 11, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday, 8 p.m. & Saturday, 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $22.99, $18.99
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  • Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
  • Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.7529

Come to Three Rivers Casino & Hotel to see a tribute to Ritchie Valens, Buddy Holly, & the Big Bopper. A re-creation of their last show together in the Surf Ballroom!

The Silver Spurs Saloon
August 11, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Event Times: Thursday - Saturday, 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $18, $16, $12
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  • Location: The Red Cane Theatre
  • Address: 1075 Chambers St, Eugene, OR 97402
  • Phone: 541.556.4524

A country musical about prodigals, old flames, and hilarious new characters who meet, brawl, and find love in the true tradition of song and dance! Matinee July 21 at 2 p.m.

The Spitfire Grill
August 11, 2012 - August 26, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Friday, Saturday
  • Event Times: Friday & Saturday, 8 p.m., Sunday, 2:30 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $21, $19 senior/student
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  • Location: Cottage Theatre
  • Address: 700 Village Dr, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
  • Phone: 541.942.8001

Released on parole after 5 years in prison, a young woman makes a clean start in a small town in Wisconsin in this heart-warming 2001 musical about finding hope in the unlikeliest of places.

University of Oregon Volleyball
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Matthew Knight Arena
  • Address: 1776 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403

Come see the Ducks in their preseason Green-Yellow exhibition.

Wineries without Walls Wine Tasting Event
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 4 - 6 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Fern Ridge Chamber of Commerce Visitor's Center
  • Address: Hwy. 126 & Territorial Rd.West Lane Shopping Ctr., Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.935.8443

Sample Iris Vineyard's award winning wines and savor some chocolate fondue and dippers as a treat to enjoy as well!

Exhibits & Shows


A Year of Paintings
August 11, 2012 - September 27, 2012
  • Event Times: Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - noon
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  • Location: Island Park Art Gallery at Willamalane Adult Activity Center
  • Address: 215 W C St, Springfield, OR 97477
  • Phone: 541.736.4444

Visit an exhibit featuring 52 paintings by PJ Sargeant. A free reception to meet Sargeant is scheduled Friday, Aug. 10, from 5 - 7 p.m. Wine, cider and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Many of the artists’ works will be for sale.

Nick Sixkiller: The Man Behind the Mic
August 11, 2012 - June 23, 2013
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Wednesday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $2 - $8
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  • Location: University of Oregon Museum of Natural and Cultural History
  • Address: 1680 E 15th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403
  • Phone: 541.346.3024

Nick Sixkiller is a powwow MC, radio DJ and advocate in Eugene who seeks to connect native and non-native people through his service in the community. Learn more about this amazing local leader.

Out in Space, Back in Time: Images from the Hubble Space Telescope
August 11, 2012 - February 10, 2013
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Event Times: Wednesdays - Sundays, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $3; $2 seniors & youth; $8 families; Free on Wednesdays & to staff, students, children, faculty
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  • Location: University of Oregon Museum of Natural and Cultural History
  • Address: 1680 E 15th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403
  • Phone: 541.346.5083

The Hubble Telescope takes amazingly clear pictures of objects beyond Earth. From our close neighbors in space to the distant Rose Galaxies, discover the universe in this exhibit of photographs.

Russel Wong: The Big Picture
August 11, 2012 - August 19, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Tuesday - Sunday, 11a.m. - 5p.m.
  • Event Admission: $5; $3 seniors; free students, members & UO faculty/staff with ID
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  • Location: Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon
  • Address: 1430 Johnson Ln, Eugene, OR 97403
  • Phone: 541.346.3027

UO graduate Russel Wong strives to distinguish his work by re-defining and re-styling glamorous figures with greater depth, texture, and imagination. He has photographed for Vogue, Nike and Time.

Tidewaters by Rich Bergeman
August 11, 2012 - November 04, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Wednesday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $3; $2 seniors & youth; $8 families; Free on Wednesdays & to staff, students, children, faculty
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  • Location: University of Oregon Museum of Natural and Cultural History
  • Address: 1680 E 15th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403
  • Phone: 541.346.3024

Bergeman's photographs document his exploration of the light, landscape and way of life that once flourished along the navigable rivers of Oregon's Coast Range.

Tough by Nature: Portraits of Cowgirls and Ranch Women of the American West
August 11, 2012 - September 09, 2012
  • Event Times: Tuesday & Thursday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Wednesday, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $5, $3 seniors 62+; Free for members, students and faculty
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  • Location: Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon
  • Address: 1430 Johnson Ln, Eugene, OR 97403
  • Phone: 541.346.3027

A exhibition and accompanying publication by Eugene based artist, Lynda Lanker, presenting portraits and stories of the more than fifty women, from thirteen western states, who gain their sustenance and livelihood from the land.

Weird and Wonderful: Lane County Highlights and Footnotes
August 11, 2012 - September 15, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $3
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  • Location: Lane County Historical Society and Museum
  • Address: 740 W 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402
  • Phone: 541.682.4242

An exhibit featuring the county's notable oddities, superlative scenery, cinematic moments, and surprising personalities.

On-going


Hideaway Bakery Market
August 11, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Saturday
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Behind Mazzi's Restaurant
  • Address: 3377 E Amazon, Eugene, OR 97405
  • Phone: 541.686.1982

Year-round farmers' market featuring local organic produce, meats, cheeses, herbs and more. Also enjoy fresh organic coffee, breads and gourmet sandwiches.

Lipz Dances: Eugene's Monthly Women's Dance
August 11, 2012 - September 08, 2012
  • Recurring monthly on the 2nd Saturday
  • Event Times: Saturday, 7 - 11 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $8
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  • Location: The City Nightclub at Kowloon's
  • Address: 2222 MLK Jr. Blvd., Eugene, OR 97477
  • Phone: 541.632.3891

Lipz Dances serves Eugene area women with a monthly dance with the goal of providing women with a unique dancing experience. Held on the 2nd Saturday with DJ FastLayne's spinning her electric beatz!

University of Oregon Campus Tours
August 11, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Event Times: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. & 2 p.m.; Saturday, 10:30 a.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Ford Alumni Center / UO Alumni Association 
  • Address: 1720 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403
  • Phone: 541.346.3201

Student Ambassadors offer 90-minute walking tours of the main campus. Available year-round except holidays.

Markets


Florence Local Organic Farmers Market
August 11, 2012 - October 27, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Saturday
  • Event Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Pro Lumber
  • Address: 310 Hwy 101, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.268.4712

Local, weekly farmer's market selling produce, goods and crafts.

Florence Old Town Market
August 11, 2012 - October 28, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday
  • Event Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Old Town Boardwalk
  • Address: 1499 Bay St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.206.4498

Featuring local and Northwest artists, crafters, farmers, fishermen, imports, live music and food vendors. Come join the fun next to the Siuslaw River.

Spencer Creek Community Growers Market
August 11, 2012 - October 06, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Spencer Creek Grange
  • Address: 86013 Lorane Hwy, Eugene, OR
  • Phone: 541.341.1709

Weekly farmers' market featuring locally grown fruit, meat and fresh eggs. Also enjoy market crafts.

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