A collection of the arts envelopes Eugene this Easter weekend. With live music performances at our local vineyard, concerts and comedians at our concert halls, and a new exhibit being revealed at the Maude Kern’s Gallery, the arts take center stage. There are plenty of opportunities to not just engage with but also creatively participate with egg hunts and crafting events, Eugene’s monthly First Friday Art Walk, and the Saturday Market’s showcase of local artisans to get the whole family invested in the arts amidst the onset of spring.
April 2
Father John Misty at the McDonald Theatre | Music artist, Father John Misty blends folk, indie rock, and orchestral pop with eccentric and satirical lyric writing. 8 p.m. at the McDonald Theatre, mcdonaldtheatre.com
April 3
First Friday Artwalk | Come downtown and be part of Eugene’s vibrant arts scene during April’s First Friday ArtWalk. Bike to the Farmers Market Pavilion (85 E 8th Ave), where you can pick up your ArtWalk Guide and shop the pop-up 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. lanearts.org
Free First Friday at the Museum | The Museum of Natural and Cultural History and Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art both offer free admission on the first Friday of the month. At MNCH, tickets should be reserved in advance. mnch.uoregon.edu/visit
First Saturday JSMA Tour | Enjoy a gallery tour at Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art led by an experienced exhibition interpreter on the first Saturday of each month. Tour is free with admission. JSMA, jsma.uoregon.edu
Opening Reception for “Consume and Dispose Exhibit” at the Maude Kern’s Gallery | Artists Jennifer Bucheit and Ralf Huber present their work in the Salon Gallery. The exhibit will be open from April 3–24. 5 p.m.–7 p.m. FREE; mkartcenter.org
April 3–5
Eugene Emeralds Baseball | Eugene Emerald’s Take on Hillsboro Hops, PK Park, milb.com
April 4
Megga Hunt – Easter egg Hunt at Lively Park | Join Springfield’s largest annual egg hunt. This event has activities for all ages, including crafts, face painting, & balloon animals. 9 a.m.– 12 p.m., Lively Park, willamalane.org
Lane County’s Farmers Market | The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. The Saturday Farmers Market is open 10am to 2pm. during February and March, and 9am to 3pm from April to December. They welcome EBT/SNAP users and provide them the opportunity for a $20 Double Up Food Buck match at all markets to be used on fresh produce. See the LCFM Information Booth for more details. Free. 85 E 8th Ave, Eugene
The Eugene Saturday Market | The Saturday Market is a weekly celebration of local arts and food. Over 250 artisans sell handcrafted goods, amazing international cuisine and live music – this is the perfect place to shop for unique gifts and try unique food. The Saturday Market is the oldest weekly open-air crafts festival in the U.S. It has been operating for 57 seasons and is open every Saturday 10am- 4pm. The Saturday Market coincides with the Lane County Farmers Market. Parking is available on-street and at nearby garages. Do not miss this iconic Eugene experience. eugenesaturdaymarket.org
Morgan Jay – The Goofy Guy Tour at The Hult Center | Morgan Jay is a Los Angeles–based musician and comedian who pulls inspiration largely from his Brazilian and Italian heritage. 7 p.m. at The Hult Center, hultcenter.org
The Anderson Brothers Play Cole Porter at the Shedd | Grammy Award winners Peter & Will Anderson return for their fifth concert showcasing the music of Cole Porter. At the John G. Shedd Institute for hte Arts, 7:30 p.m., theshedd.org
The Moss | Live Indie-Rock at the Wow Hall | The Moss blends surf with introspective indie rock. WOW Hall, 8 p.m.– 11 p.m., wowhall.org
April 5
“Easter Bunny Buns” Paint & Sip | Celebrate Easter with this beginner-friendly painting event. Limited spots available. 5th St Alley, 2 p.m.–4 p.m.
April 6
Dar Williams with Ruth Theodore at The Hult Center | Combining folk, Americana, country swing, and pop influences to create deeply powerful music, catch Williams in concert this Monday. 7:30 p.m., hultcenter.org
Hult Center Free Tour | Come get a backstage glimpse of the Hult Center with a free guided tour. Be sure to reserve your tickets online ahead of time. Every First Monday, 11 a.m.– 12 p.m., hultcenter.org
April 8-9
Paint with Cats | Enjoy a 90-minute painting session with furry friends to assist. All supplies will be provided. Eugene Springfield Cat Lounge, 5:30 p.m.–7 p.m.
April 9
Black History and Oregon Museums Discussions | Join panelists in discussing how museums can illuminate Black history better in Oregon. Museum of Natural and Cultural History Eugene, 6 p.m.
Magical Moombah: Sail Away! At the Shedd | A high-energy, family-friendly show filled with plenty of laughter and dancing. John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts, 10:15 a.m., tickets.theshedd.org
Through April 27
Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival | The beloved tulip festival returns with vibrant fields, wine tasting, hot air balloons, and family-friendly activities. 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm, Woodburn, woodenshoe.com
Through April 30
Free Live Music at Territorial Vineyards | Converted coffee warehouse, Territorial Vineyards is hosting live music throughout the month. Every Thursday through Saturday 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., Territorial Vineyards Eugene, territorialvineyards.com
