Family-Friendly Event Calendar

Have you ever wanted to take an African drum class, but felt just a little bit intimidated? Well now is your chance to learn about the vibrant poly-rhythms of Guinea, West Africa in a non-threatening atmosphere that is fun, encouraging and inspirational!

African Dance Fundamentals & Core Strengthening. Designed specifically for beginning & emerging dancers! Taught by Andrea DiPalma Yansane with live drumming lead by Alseny Yansane.

Participants may compete in three events to qualify for the state meet in July, including sprints, distance runs, relays, standing long jump and softball throw. For ages 9 - 14. Register online.

A spring choral music extravaganza featuring the university’s Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, Repertoire Singers, University Singers and Women’s Choir. Repertoire will include music from around the world.

See dogs show off their skills at the annual agility show.

Come out and explore the west Eugene wetlands by biking, rolling or walking the Fern Ridge Bike Path between Bailey Hill and Greenhill Road. Local experts and organizations will have educational displays highlighting the many wonders.

Come out to the center for an afternoon of learning and playing in nature. Each month features a different theme with hands-on projects and interactive educational programs.

Fresh produce, baked goods and crafts.

Food stands and vendors greet the public in downtown Eugene to bring fresh local foods and products to the city.

An open-air marketplace for locally produced fresh vegetables, fruits, plants, prepared food and specialty artisan goods. It is open every Friday during the May-October growing season.

Growers' Market is also offered Wednesday evenings seasonly May - October at Coiner Park. Accepts Oregon Trail (SNAP), WIC and Senior Coupons

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

The oldest, open-air market in the United States offers great food, local crafts and live entertainment. Every Saturday, rain or shine.

Explore the science of what's eating you as you examine the anatomies, life cycles and behaviors of mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, leeches and other parasites through this skin-crawling collection of interactive exhibits.

A unique event showcasing Lane County students between the ages of 13 and 18. There are 69 students selected for this juried exhibition.

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

Excellent way to kick off your weekend with an encouraging community vibe and heart pounding and sweat producing dance moves all to the powerful beat of live drumming!