An abundance of activity is sprouting up in Eugene and Springfield as Earth Day and National Dance Week collide this weekend. Celebrate our planet by volunteering for restoration at Mount Pisgah, visiting the Eugene Science Center, or joining an afternoon of festivities for the city’s Re-Imagine Earth Day event. Done planting trees, plant your feet to the rhythm and join Eugene’s studios for a dance workshop. Don’t forget to check out the theaters as the stages are filled with plays and music performances as well. Activity abounds to emphasize movement, community, and sustainability.
Now – April 26
Cabaret at the Cottage Theatre | Willkommen to the sultry world of Cabaret. Set in 1931 Berlin, this jazzy and provocative musical showcases entertainment’s escapism amidst the rising political tensions of Third Reich Germany. | 7:30 pm Thursdays – Saturdays & 2:30 pm Sundays | Cottage Theatre, Cottage Grove | cottagetheatre.org
Now – April 27
Tasting in the Tulips at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival | The beloved tulip festival returns with vibrant fields, wine tasting, hot air balloons, and family-friendly activities. This week, discover local wines from the local wineries of the Cascade foothills. | 9 am – 6 pm | Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm, Woodburn | woodenshoe.com
Now – April 30
Free Live Music at Territorial Vineyards | Converted coffee warehouse, Territorial Vineyards is hosting live music throughout the month every Thursday through Saturday.This week features Blessed Relief Jazz Trio (16), Henry Cooper Band (17), Geoffrey Mays (18), and Southtowne Saints (23). | 6 pm- 9 pm | Territorial Vineyards Eugene | territorialvineyards.com
April 16 – April 19
Emeralds Baseball Game | Eugene Emeralds vs Everett Aquasox | Times Vary | PK Park | milb.com/eugene
April 17
Across the Atlantic: Songs by Irish and American Women | Celebrating Irish and American women composers from the early 1900s, these performances combine song and storytelling to bring this music to life. | Free | 8 pm – 10 pm | Berwick Hall | calendar.uoregon.edu
National Dance Week Kick Off Party | To celebrate Eugene’s local studios and choreographers, it is National Dance Week. Come start the week off strong with an interactive dance night with performances, short lessons, and other dance related activities. | Free | 5 pm – 8 pm | Farmers Market Pavillion | National-Dance-Week
April 17 – April 18
Radium Girls by University Theater | Telling the true story of women in dial-painting factories during the 1920s, this play centers around corporate greed and scientific ethics. Playing through May 3. | 7:30 pm | Miller Theatre Complex – Hope Theatre | ticket.uoregon.edu
April 17 – April 19
Sip and Seams Pop-Up Event | Consignment shopping event with champagne. | Friday 10 am – 6 pm; Saturday 10 am – 5 pm; and Sunday (everything half off) 11 am – 3 pm | 2975 Chad Dr. | sipandseams.com
April 18
Lane County’s Farmers Market | Providing locally grown foods from over 100 farmers and food artisans, it is the largest farmers market in Eugene. EBT/SNAP users are welcome with the opportunity for a $20 Double Up Food Buck match at every market! | Free | 9 am – 2 pm | Farmers Market Pavilion at 8th Ave & Oak St | lanecountyfarmersmarket.org
Eugene Saturday Market | Coinciding with the Lane County Farmers Market, the Saturday Market showcases over 250 local artisans selling handcrafted goods, along with food and music. Celebrating its 57th season, it is the oldest weekly open-air crafts festival in the U.S. | Free | 10 am – 4 pm | Farmers Market Pavilion at 8th Ave & Oak St | eugenesaturdaymarket.org
Earth Day Celebration | Celebrate Earth Day at the science center with planetarium demonstrations and activities available throughout the day. | 10 am – 5 pm | Eugene Science Center | eugenesciencecenter.org
Downtown Dances | In celebration of National Dance Week, some of Eugene’s dance groups will be showcasing a variety of dance styles. Groups include Blackthorn Academy of Irish Dance, Eugene Scottish Country Dancers, RETRO, and Thrill the World Eugene.| Free | 12 pm – 1:30 pm | Kesey Square
As You Like It Open Barre with Ballet Fantastique | Ballet Fantastique offers a sneak peak into their wild west production of Shakespeare’s play. Along with a preview performance, there will be tastings offered by Heritage Distilling. | Must purchase tickets in advance. | 5 pm – 6:30 pm | Ballet Fantastique Studios, 960 Oak St. | balletfantastique.org
Pub Sing at Drop Bear Brewery | Family friendly singalong event of folk tunes, Irish music, and classic pub shanties. | 7:30 pm – 9 pm | Drop Bear Brewery | dropbearbrewery.com
Springfield Arts & Culture Awards (SACA) | Celebrate the artists, choreographers, and organizations that shape the creative spirit of Springfield at this annual award ceremony. | Free with a suggested donation | 6:30 pm | Wildish Community Theater | wildishtheater.com
April 19
Re-Imagine Earth Day | Celebrate Earth Day early with this dynamic event highlighting environmentally responsible practices. With live performances, upcycled and eco-friendly goods, and local food, this event promotes environmental engagement and education about sustainable living. | 1 pm – 5 pm | Farmers Market Pavilion | eugene-or.gov
Cosmic Voices Eugene Concert Choir | A cosmic journey of celestial soundscapes and otherworldly vocals. Eugene Concert Choir curates an auditory and visual piece that evokes the majesty of the cosmos. | 2:30 pm | Hult Center | https://hultcenter.org/events/eva-cosmic-voices/
April 20
Fleshwater and Julie | With a genre blending shoegaze, post-grunge, and alternative metal, Boston-based Fleshwater will be performing alongside shoegaze, noise-rock group Julie. Set to bring an immersive experience of alt-rock and aesthetic soundscapes. | 7 pm – 11 pm | WOW Hall | wowhall.org
April 22
Earth Day at Mount Pisgah | Celebrate Earth Day by removing invasive plants and assisting in habitat restoration at Mount Pisgah. No experience necessary and all tools will be provided. | Free | 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm | Mount Pisgah Arboretum
April 23
Majestic Horizons Eugene Symphony | With music by Handel, Böhme, and Schumann, this evening musically showcases the grandeur and triumphant beauty of the natural world. | 7:30 pm – 10 pm | Hult Center | hultcenter.org
