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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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21st Annual Coburg Car Classic
August 04, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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  • Location: Coburg City Park
  • Address: Coburg, OR
  • Phone: 541.688.6087

Come enjoy a car show and shine, pancake breakfast, raffles, sponsor picked awards, poker walk, engine blow, chicken barbeque, kids raffles & model car kits plus much more!

34th Annual Jim Wright Memorial Stearman Fly-In
August 04, 2012
  • Event Times: Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free, biplane rides $65 per person
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  • Location: Jim Wright Memorial Field
  • Address: Cottage Grove, OR
  • Phone: 541.767.0244

The Oregon Aviation Historical Society will bring vintage aircraft including Stearman planes, named after designer Lloyd Stearman, which were used to train pilots in World War II. A food truck will be available in the parking lot.

6th Annual Whiteaker Block Party
August 04, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, Noon - 10 p.m.
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  • Location: Whiteaker Neighborhood
  • Address: Blair & W. 3rd, Eugene, OR

Wander through the Whiteaker area to enjoy local bands, kids zone, street performers, beer garden, raffle, food carts, vendors, fashion show, games and more!

A((wake)), Caducus, Sons of Confusion, Strange Dichotomy
August 04, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 8 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $6 advance, $8 door
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  • Location: WOW Hall
  • Address: 291 W 8th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
  • Phone: 541.687.2746

A((wake)) is an experimental, progressive, metal band from Portland.

Ben Rice & Special Guests
August 04, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $5
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  • Location: Mac's Restaurant & Nightclub
  • Address: 1626 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97405
  • Phone: 541.344.8600

Ben Rice brings real vintage blues into the modern era - twisting soul, roots blues, and west coast blues with rockabilly, funk, and rock.

Dinner in the Sky
August 04, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 5 p.m., 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $50
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  • Location: Willamette Pass Resort/Oregon Skyway
  • Address: Hwy 58, Milepost 62, Crescent Lake, OR 97425
  • Phone: 541.357.9277

A truly unique dining experience. Enjoy a progressive dinner where each course is served during 3 rotations on the Oregon Skyway Gondolas at Willamette Pass.

Ice Cream Social
August 04, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday
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  • Location: Upper McKenzie Community Center
  • Address: Rainbow, OR
  • Phone: 541.822.8454

Enjoy some delicious ice cream along the wild and scenic McKenzie River.

Lend Me A Tenor
August 04, 2012 - August 05, 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

Ken Ludwig's Lend Me A Tenor has delighted audiences from Broadway to London's West End. In the same comic vein as plays like Noises Off, laugh along with this riotous farce.

Let's Go Camping
August 04, 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!

Living History Day
August 04, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $6, $3 for children
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  • Location: Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House
  • Address: 303 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97401
  • Phone: 541.484.0808

An exciting day of historical reenactment, traditional craft, and ice cream. Featuring textile arts, Model As, children's crafts, Chinook Jargon and more.

Movie in the Park: Hugo
August 04, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Bethel Community Park
  • Address: Haviture Way, Eugene, OR 97403

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

Mule & Donkey Show
August 04, 2012 - August 05, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday - Sunday
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  • Location: Oregon Horse Center
  • Address: 90751 Prairie Rd, Eugene, OR 97402
  • Phone: 541.689.9700

Come watch Mules & Donkeys of all sizes (even miniature donkeys) compete in a variety of classes.

Oakridge Concerts in the Park
August 04, 2012 - August 05, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Saturday & Sunday
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Siuslaw Bank Amphitheater - Greenwaters Park
  • Address: Oakridge, OR

Come out and enjoy a concert outside surrounded by the beautiful Cascades setting in Oakridge. Enjoy a variety of music along with food & craft vendors and a beer garden.

Oakridge Ukulele Festival
August 04, 2012 - August 05, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday, 2 p.m. - Sunday, noon
  • Event Admission: $85
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  • Location: Oakridge Hostel
  • Address: 48175 E 1st St, Oakridge, OR 97463
  • Phone: 541.782.4000

Enjoy a weekend of music, jamming, learning and fun in Oregon's best undiscovered mountain get-away. Enjoy workshops, classes and performances with amazing instructors. Walk-ins welcome if space available.

OFAM: The King and I
August 04, 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.

Restore Endangered Habitat
August 04, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - noon
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Whilamut Butterfly Meadow - Alton Baker Park
  • Address: 100 Day Island Road, Eugene, OR 97401
  • Phone: 541.484.3939

Volunteers work to remove competing exotic vegetation to release threatened habitat. Wildflowers will be in bloom! Gloves, tools and refreshments are provided.

Shakespeare in the Park presents Henry VIII
August 04, 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.

Tayberry Jam
August 04, 2012 - August 05, 2012
  • Event Times: Friday - Sunday
  • Event Admission: $80 weekend with camping; $40 Sunday at gate; 12 and under Free
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  • Location: Cougar Mountain Farm
  • Address: 33737 Witcher Gateway, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
  • Phone: 541.767.3798

A farm benefit to help us build an educational resort that is dedicated to the study and practice of sustainable living. Set on top of scenic Cougar Mountain, a few miles outside the Grove, Tayberry Jam features three days of solid music and fun with more than thirty different bands.

The Silver Spurs Saloon
August 04, 2012 - 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.

Tour de Lane Bike Rally
August 04, 2012 - August 05, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday, 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $175 - $199
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  • Location: Richardson Park, Fern Ridge Lake
  • Address: 25950 Richardson Park Rd, Junction City, OR 97448

Three-day, non-competitive bicycle rally open to cyclists of all kinds. Weekend ride options include two supported centuries, local bike industry factory tours, wine tasting and more.

Wanted: Gentleman Bank Robber
August 04, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 3 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Eugene Public Library
  • Address: 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401

Hear the story of a man who robbed nearly 30 banks in 20 years -- calmly, politely, and without firing a shot. Enjoy a free talk by Dane Batty, author of "Wanted: Gentleman Bank Robber - The True Story of Leslie Ibsen Rogge, One of the FBI's Most Elusive Criminals."

Whiteaker Block Party Winery Stage
August 04, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, Noon - 11 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Territorial Vineyards & Wine Company
  • Address: 907 W 3rd Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

Come enjoy a glass of wine and the music of Music's Edge Rock Camp (1-2:30), Beat Crunchers (3-4), Upstate Trio (4:30-6), Sol Seed (6:30-8) and Eleven Eyes with Apocalyptica Fire Factory (8:30-10:30).

Willamette Valley Blues & Brews Festival
August 04, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday, 3:30 - 10:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $17 day, $22 weekend pass
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  • Location: Island Park
  • Address: 175 W B St, Springfield, OR 97477
  • Phone: 541.915.4039

Enjoy music on three stages along with a huge variety of Oregon microbrews and wines, along with artisan crafts and great food. Headliners include Debbie Davies and Rick Estrin. Advance ticket sales available online.

Wineries without Walls Wine Tasting Event
August 04, 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

Free Wine tasting hosted by Fractal Cellars. Enjoy visiting with winemaker, Bill Kremer, as he shares his Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Sangiovese. Light snacks.

Women's Mountain Biking Weekend
August 04, 2012 - August 05, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday - Sunday
  • Event Admission: $499
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  • Location: Oregon Adventures Vacations and Promotions
  • Address: , Oakridge, OR 97463
  • Phone: 541.968.5397

A three-day weekend of riding with other women. Push yourself and hone your skills in a fun and supportive atmosphere while experiences some of Oregon's finest singletrack. Groups are formed depending upon skill level. For intermediate to advanced rides. Limit 25.

Exhibits & Shows


A Year of Paintings
August 04, 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 04, 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 04, 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 04, 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 04, 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 04, 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 04, 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


First Saturday Public Tour at Jordan Schnitzer
August 04, 2012
  • Recurring monthly on the 1st Saturday
  • Event Times: Saturday, 1 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free with museum admission
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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

Enjoy a 45-minute tour of highlights from the museum's collection and current exhibitions with a museum docent.

Hideaway Bakery Market
August 04, 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.

University of Oregon Campus Tours
August 04, 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 04, 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 04, 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 04, 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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