As Halloween descends upon Eugene, the city comes alive with festive events, like the family-friendly Haunted Market at Fifth Street Public Market. Historic. Camp Putt offers another chance for ghostly glow-in-the-art golf, and the Hult Center transforms into a retro eighties dance party complete with live music and costume contests. What will you do?
October 31
Haunted Market | Bring your little ghouls and goblins to 5th Street Public Market for the Haunted Market! Lots of tricks and plenty of treats. Additionally, the authors of “Goth Parenting: A Guide to Raising Baby Bats” will be at Books With Pictures for book signings. This is a fundraiser for Food for Lane County. 5th Street Public Market, 5stmarket.com
October 31
Kitchen Table Talk | Presented as part of artist Steve Prince’s multi-visit residency with his partner and collaborator Leah Glenn, Kitchen Table Talk presents a selection of drawings, prints, and installations that reflect on the conversations that occur around the kitchen table. Steve Prince is a New Orleans-born mixed-media artist currently based in Williamsburg, Virginia. Equal parts artist and educator, his practice is defined by a deep commitment to art’s ability to engage, build, and connect with communities, while also engaging themes of social justice, reconciliation, and healing. Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday until April 13, 2025. Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, jsma.uoregon.edu
October 31
Cottage Grove Trick or Treat | Bring your “Ghost and Ghouls” out for a spook-tacular time trick-or-treating on Main Street in Historic Downtown Cottage Grove, stretching from Hwy 99 to 5th St! Impress fellow competitors in the costume contest by showing out in your most spine-tingling costume. Cottage Grove
October 31
Halloween Truck or Treat Block Party | The Y is hosting their 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat event, and they are turning up the spook factor with a Halloween Block Party. Join in at the old Y — 2055 Patterson St. — from 6 to 8 pm. This event is free. Costumes are highly encouraged! Enjoy a beverage and snack food cart, a covered area, a spooky (but not too spooky) movie on a huge screen, trunk-or-treating, and more. No need to register. Families must accompany their children. Old Y site, 2055 Patterson St., eugeneymca.org
October 31
Ghostly Golf | Camp Putt is inviting you and your group of fearless four to a fun night of glow-in-the-dark golf. An 18-hole course covered in lights, gravestones, and more spooky ambiance is waiting for you this Halloween! Camp Putt, willamalane.org
October 31
Haunted Hult | Step into a hauntingly fun ’80s retro dance party at the Hult Center! The Haunted Hult is the ultimate Halloween party, with electrifying live music from Shelley James and Agents of Unity, a thrilling costume contest with multiple categories, and a chance to snap some eerie memories in the photo booth. From 7:30-8 pm, enjoy an exclusive sneak peek of “Mowgli: The Jungle Book Ballet.” Starting at 8 pm, live music and dancing fill the Hult Center lobby. Grab your best costume and get ready to dance! This is an event for ages 18 years and older. Hult Center, hultcenter.org
November 1
First Friday ArtWalk | Start your self-guided tour at the Farmers Market Pavilion (85 E 8th Ave), where you can pick up your ArtWalk Guide and shop the Artist Marketplace before exploring the many galleries and arts venues of downtown Eugene from 5:30-8:00pm. The monthly First Friday ArtWalk is presented by Lane Arts Council and is always free. In the Farmers Market Pavilion, enjoy a NAACM Fashion Show & Artist Marketplace, Downtown Eugene, lanearts.org
November 1
Lynda Duffy & Guss Russell | Friday nights at Elizabeth’s Wine Lounge means great live music and a perfect dinner night out with friends, family, or a special date! Explore the complete lineup of gifted musicians on the Lounge’s online calendar. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Elizabeth’s Wine Lounge, heartoforegonwine.com
November 1
Haunted Hayworth | Celebrate Halloween in style with wine and live music at Hayworth Estate. This party is open to the public and will feature live music by Harlan Rivers. Make sure to bring your best costume for the contest. On site food available for purchase by Jincy’s catering. RSVP or Tickets available at the door. Hayworth Estate, hayworthestatewines.com
November 1
“Mowgli: The Jungle Book Ballet” | The Jungle Book comes to life with Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera, and larger-than-life puppets! Lively music immerses audience members of all ages into the jungle where Mowgli encounters Shere Khan the tiger, Kaa the snake, a playful peacock, and other animal friends. Fanciful costumes, masks, and breathtaking sets will spark audiences’ imaginations as dancers tell this beloved story with Toni Pimble’s joyful choreography. The perfect way to celebrate the weekend following Halloween — attend dressed as your favorite animal and prepare to be treated! Hult Center, hultcenter.org
November 1
Natalia Alexandria | Natalia Alexandria brings her extensive blend of original and cover songs to the Vida McKenzie Community Center. Born in Ukraine, Natalia began honing her talents for a wide range of genres, including pop, jazz, and reggae. Donations are strongly encouraged to raise funds for the VMCC. Vida McKenzie Community Center, vidacommunitycenter.com
November 1
Oakridge’s First Friday Art Walk | Eugene isn’t the only city with an art walk! Oakridge has a host of galleries and partnering businesses showing artists on Uptown’s First Street. Discover local artists’ paintings and photography and try some artisanal foods while mingling with friends new and old. Downtown Oakridge, oakridgeartwalk
November 2
Steely Dead | Back by popular demand and hailing from the vibrant music scene of Denver, Colorado, Steely Dead is a national touring band that has satisfied the curiosity of music lovers with their unique blend of Grateful Dead and Steely Dan. Comprised of four exceptionally talented musicians, Steely Dead has gained a dedicated following with their electrifying performances. WOW Hall, eugenecascadescoast.org
November 2 & 3
Willamette Valley Handmade Market | Shop local and shop small with 60+ handmade artisans at the 11th annual event. This thoughtfully curated market features art, prints, holiday decor, pottery, home and garden, handmade cards, vintage and farmhouse, clothing and fiber arts, jewelry, stained glass, soaps/bath and body, crochet and knitting, wooden signs, candles, toys, floral, and more. Onsite raffle to benefit Oregon Cancer Foundation. Lane Events Center, facebook.com/events
November 2 & 3
A Baroque Autumn | Alice Blankenship and her microphilharmonic Baroque ensemble on period instruments celebrate autumn in fine Baroque style. The Shedd, theshedd.org
November 2 & 3
Eugene Gem Faire | Find fine jewelry, precious and semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold and silver, pearls, minerals, fossils, and much more at manufacturer’s prices. Also, you can get your jewelry repaired and cleaned while you shop. Lane Events Center, gemfaire.com
November 6
Date Night at Elizabeth’s | Wednesday nights are now date night at Elizabeth’s! Enjoy 50% off Elizabeth Chambers Cellar wine by the bottle and 50% off select cocktails with the purchase of two entrees from their dinner menu. Reservations are strongly encouraged! Elizabeth’s Wine Lounge, heartoforegonwine.com
Through November 3
Thistledown Farm Pumpkin Patch | Enjoy the magic of autumn with wagon rides, Halloween decorations, and a variety of pumpkins and fall produce. Don’t miss the famous Apple Cider Donuts on weekends, and check out the collection of fall nursery plants to brighten your pots for winter. For a family-friendly outing, hop on a tractor-drawn or horse-drawn wagon ride to the pumpkin patch, with rides on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays for $5 per person. No reservations are required but please note that wagon rides are not available Monday through Thursday, and the pumpkin patch is accessible only via wagon rides. Thistledown Farm, thistledownfarm.net
Through February 2
Calvin and Hobbes | Selections of original art and strips of Bill Watterson’s Calvin and Hobbes, 1985-1995. All original art is from the Bill Watterson Deposit Collection, The Ohio State University Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum. Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, jsma.uoregon.edu
