TrackTown USA - Eugene
Hayward Field at the University of Oregon
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Hayward Field at the University of Oregon
The World Athletics Championships are in Eugene, Oregon from July 15-24, 2022. This is the first time in history that the championships are held in the United States. This esteemed event brings athletes from around the world to compete at Hayward Field in TrackTown USA.
Track fans will, of course, wish to tour all the historic sites, monuments and tributes to our track legacy. From legends like Steve Prefontaine to the creation of running shoes, our communities are immersed in track heritage and running culture. But beyond the chip trails and jogging paths, Eugene-Springfield offers other intriguing and quirky attractions to explore.
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Join Cribbage Night with friends and family for a four-game tournament, and of course, good food and drinks! There's a $5 buy-in and a 100% payout for the top 3+. No muggins. In the Whiteaker Neighborhood, discover Falling Sky deli - a taphouse combined with a modern…
Lane Transit District (LTD) bus system will be providing free shuttle service between the Eugene Airport (EUG) and select Eugene hotels (Zone 2) and Springfield hotels (Zone 1). These shuttles run on the hour from the Eugene Airport to hotels July 13-22, noon to 1:15 a.m. LTD offers return trips from the hotels to the airport July 17-26, 2 a.m. to 1:05 p.m. based on an estimated time schedule. Download a PDF of participating hotels and the estimated time schedule.
Tips for easy and active transportation to Hayward Field: bike, hike, shuttle or ride share to get within walking distance of Hayward Field. Plan to arrive early and make sure you have a clear plastic bag for personal items and an empty refillable water bottle per Hayward Field policies.
Ride a rental bicycle or a personal bicycle to Hayward Field. Electric bicycles are an option too! There will be free bike valet service on the North and South side of the Hayward field.
Get to the finish line by riding bike share to the legendary Hayward Field. To start, download the PeaceHealth Rides app. Park at the many bike share hubs located in close proximity to the entrances of the Hayward Field and within the University District. Follow @peacehealthrides on Instagram for Oregon22 bike share related info, route maps and more. See the in app map for exact hub locations throughout the system area.
Throughout the duration of the event, hail the Emerald City Pedicab between Hayward Field and the Eugene Riverfront Festival, or just to get around downtown, campus and the Whiteaker Neighborhood.
LTD's Emerald Express (EmX) Bus Rapid Transit system connects West Eugene and Springfield to the University District with a stop at Agate Station (Agate St & Franklin Blvd), three blocks from the Hayward Field's Gate B.
Fans, athletes, volunteers, and meet officials can ride any LTD bus by showing their tickets or official meet credentials to the LTD bus operators to travel anywhere in the district, including to and from the University of Oregon’s Hayward Field, during the WCH Oregon22 event dates.
Take the free fan shuttle from the Valley River Center rear parking lot to Hayward Field and back. Shuttle services starts two hours prior to the first event and concludes one hour after the final event of the day. Shuttle rides are approximately 15 minutes long. Hayward Field gates open 90 minutes prior to the first session.
Bike share virtual hubs will be available at the Valley River Center shuttle site for fans who choose to bike to Hayward Field. Download the PeaceHealth Rides app and follow @peacehealthrides on Instagram for Oregon22 bike share related info, route maps and more.
First Nature Tours is offering daily roundtrip shuttles from Portland and Salem to Hayward Field for $90 per person, per day.
Uber, Lyft and taxis will be dropping off passengers at the corner of Millrace and Riverfront streets, north of Hayward Field, within walking distance of the venue.
Event parking south of Hayward Field in the South University Neighborhood will be available with $25 daily permit. This temporary event parking district will help fund a neighborhood park project. If you choose to drive and park in this district, please purchase permits online in advance and consult the parking map. Parking enforcement will be patrolling the temporary parking district and surrounding neighborhoods, and fines will double during the event.
Purchase a parking pass online for the 13th Avenue garage, Millrace garage or Autzen Stadium, and walk or cycle to Hayward Field or the Eugene Riverfront Festival. Daily passes range between $10 - $35 depending on available locations. Bike share virtual hubs will be available at close proximity to the Autzen Stadium parking lot.
On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays; park near the Cuthbert Amphitheater in Alton Baker Park and walk to the Eugene Riverfront Festival. On those same days, EmGo rides may be available between select downtown parking garages and the festival site to accommodate accessibility needs—check their website for eligibility and how to make arrangements.
Bike share virtual hubs will be available at close proximity to the Autzen Stadium parking lot.
Open up a PDF map and guide to the best ways to get to the Eugene Riverfront Festival.
Getting around town is easy by bicycle or bus. A large network of bicycle paths and bike lanes connects outlying neighborhoods with the University District. Likewise, the LTD public bus system services Eugene and Springfield and even has routes to many of the region's smaller communities. You can also rent a car or a Fun Utility Vehicle (FUV), or take a shuttle, taxi, or ride share to your hotel.
Hop on one of those big blue bikes that you see all over downtown Eugene and across the UO campus for a fun, short bike ride! These "bike share" bicycles are designed for easy, affordable and environmentally-friendly transportation for errands and pleasure rides. To use…
In downtown Eugene you can get from restaurant to theater or shopping to coffee by bike share, electric vehicle or ride share! Whether you fly into the Eugene Airport, take Amtrak to the Eugene Station or ride the LTD bus from Eugene-Springfield neighborhoods and outlying…
Want to road trip but don't have a car? Explore the region beyond Eugene using public transportation. You can hike to waterfalls, mountain bike renowned trails, walk on the beach, shop farmers' markets, sightsee in small towns, hang out at must-visit bakeries and craft…
Local restaurants, bars and clubs are staying open after the day's events. Find a list of open eateries by hours of operation and neighborhood.
From street tacos to vegan wraps, Eugene's food trucks and food carts offer casual culinary excellence. These small, mobile vendors are often homegrown start-ups that develop popular followings. Food cart owners tend to source local, fresh ingredients daily. Ordering from a…
Oregon has an extensive health food store heritage with thriving co-ops and natural food stores. Since the 1970s, the Kiva and Sundance Natural Foods have been Eugene's original and primary local foods grocers. Specializing in vegan, vegetarian and organic foodstuffs, both…
Discover track and field heritage landmarks, colorful murals, cycling and hiking trails and great places to eat and drink.
When track and field fans and athletes visit Eugene these are the places that make the ultimate TrackTown USA experience. 1. & 2. Hayward Field & Hayward Hall Eugene is the heart and home of track and field, and that heartbeat reverberates from Hayward Field itself. Cheer…
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Pay tribute to the track and field global medal winners whose hearts found their home in the Eugene-Springfield area. This Eugene-based section of the Oregon22 Heritage Trail, which showcases champion track and field athletes from across Oregon, can be toured in a day. Ten…
"One World, One Sky" allows children to explore and learn about the Big Dipper, the North Star, the Sun, and the Moon with everyone's favorite Sesame Street characters. Children can follow along and interact with the show while touring the night sky. This show is recommended for…
The "Racing to Change" exhibit tells the story of Black experiences in Oregon highlighting those right here in Lane County. The original exhibit was created by the Oregon Black Pioneers with added content by the Museum of Natural and Cultural History. New content added by the…
Beginners Board Game Night is a great opportunity to learn some new games and meet some new friends. It is also a great gathering for your family. Kids are welcome with age appropriate games available. Stop in any time between 5 - 10 p.m. every Thursday or Saturday at Funagain…
Join Gone Rogue Boutique for their monthly book club meeting. This month they will be discussing Mink River by Brian Doyle. Coffee, tea, water and a light snack will be provided. Everyone is welcome to join.
Join Cribbage Night with friends and family for a four-game tournament, and of course, good food and drinks! There's a $5 buy-in and a 100% payout for the top 3+. No muggins. In the Whiteaker Neighborhood, discover Falling Sky deli - a taphouse combined with a modern…
As Eugene prepared to be the focus of world-wide attention, the city came together to create new green space, build fresh gathering centers and showcase their commitment to the arts. The City of Eugene commissioned twenty international street artists to paint murals in downtown Eugene. This collection of amazing paintings, known as the 20x21 EUG Mural Project can be enjoyed on America's Hubworld Eugene City Tour. Additional projects include the "2,021 for 2021" giant sequoia planting initiative and the Downtown Riverfront Development.
McDonald Theatre mural by Ben Schorzman
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A wide range of official World Athletics Championships Oregon22 merchandise is available at three kiosks within Hayward Field, or via the WCH Oregon22 app and online. Official merchandise is also available at all The Duck Store locations, at Eugene Running Company and Run Hub Northwest.
The Global Seal Experience provides on-demand language interpretation and way-finding assistance through the Discord mobile app at the Eugene Airport and the Eugene Riverfront Festival. A wide variety of languages are available including, but not limited to, Arabic, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese (Brazilian), and Vietnamese.
If you need help using the app, stop by the Global Seal booth at the Eugene Riverfront Festival for assistance.
There are two in-person places to catch the action live streaming on an outdoor big screen! The Eugene Riverfront Festival and Oakway Center are both simulcasting. During competition pauses there will be live entertainment and shopping opportunities.
NBC Sports will be broadcasting across NBCUniversal's television and digital platforms.
Here is the WCH Oregon22 time table for events by day and by discipline.
Fan entry gates open 90 minutes prior to the publicized session start time. The free fan shuttle from Valley River Center runs continuously starting two hours prior to every competition session.
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Text 541.484.5307 for visitor information or visit us in person to pick up maps, guides and brochures
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