Lane County is buzzing with activities this week, including the Eugene Marathon, live music, art exhibits, community events, the McKenzie River Wooden Boat Festival in Vida, and the Lane County Master Gardener Association Plant Sale which features a wide variety of plants and gardening resources. What will you do?
April 23 & 25
Volunteer Gardening at Owen Rose Garden | Share your passion for roses and gain hands on experience in year-round care of perennial shrubs! Meet by the garage door of the shop at the garden wearing weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. No experience necessary. Depending on the season, help weed, prune and deadhead a variety of roses on Fridays to keep Eugene’s iconic botanical garden looking beautiful. On Wednesdays, help plant their collection of Heritage Roses, along with weeding, mulching, and pruning. Often these rare kind of roses are more disease resistant, have stronger scents and longer blooms than modern rose varieties. Wednesdays and Fridays, 9am – noon. RSVP by contacting the email or phone number provided. [email protected] | eugene-or.gov/calendar.aspx
April 24-26
Free Live Music at Territorial Vineyards & Wine Company | Free live music three times a week! Various bands and types of music. Delicious wine, local beer, cider, and snacks are available. Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 6-9pm. Recurring every 3 weeks on Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Territorial Vineyards, territorialvineyards.com
April 24
Native Plant Gardening at Hendricks Park | Join the volunteer work party every Thursday in the native plant garden at Hendricks Park. Learn about the Willamette Valley native plants and their uses while supporting the garden’s continued growth. Beginner and experienced gardeners welcome, and tasks vary by season.
No RSVP required, tools and guidance provided.Thursday, 9am – noon. Recurring weekly on Thursdays. eugene-or.gov
April 25
Men’s Baseball | The University of Oregon baseball team will take on Oregon State. PK Park, goducks.com
April 25
Friday Night Live Music at Elizabeth’s Wine Lounge | Friday nights at Elizabeth’s Wine Lounge means great live music and a perfect dinner night out with friends, family, or a special date. A variety of music performances will be showcased on Friday even
April 25
Eugene Marathon and Half Marathon | Celebrate one of America’s premier marathons with thousands of participants, fans and volunteers from around the globe who will show up on race day for the Eugene Marathon and Half Marathon in TrackTown USA. On Friday, April 25 there is a health and wellness expo at the Graduate by Hilton Eugene. On Saturday, April 26, partake in the 5K and Kid’s Duck Dash (for children 2 – 12 years old). The Marathon and Half Marathon are featured on Sunday, April 27. Hayward Field, eugenemarathon.com
April 25
“Oregon’s Boat” | Join the Vida McKenzie Community Center in a special showing of “Oregon’s Boat”. This Oregon Film Festival award-winning documentary uncovers the history behind the wooden drift boat and all of the characters involved. Follow the evolution of the early wooden boats to modern versions and fiberglass and aluminum designs inspired by the original wooden drift boats. Discover this storied piece of Oregon cultural heritage and learn about the past, present and future of this Oregon icon. Doors open at 6:30pm. Free. 90377 Thomson Lane, Vida
April 25
Spring Marketplace | Have lunch and browse locally crafted handmade goods in this one-stop shopping destination for Spring décor and gifts, such as birdhouses, garden art, collectibles, home decor, plants, gourmet treats, and more. For the event schedule and details on how to become a vendor or volunteer, please visit willamalane.org/marketplace. Friday, April 25, from 12-5pm. Saturday, April 26, from 10-4pm. Willamalane Park, 250 S 32nd St, Springfield
April 25-27
Paranormal Cirque at Lane Events Center | Cirque Italia is proud to present Paranormal Cirque, one of the most thrilling experiences you’ll ever have. This unique show combines theatre, circus, and cabaret with a bold European flair. If you’re drawn to the mysterious, thrilling, and even a bit dangerous, Paranormal Cirque will immerse you in a world of excitement and suspense. This brand-new production is designed exclusively for a mature audience—13 years and older and ages 13-17 must be accompanied by an adult. $20-$65
April 25
McKenzie River Wooden Boat Festival | Fishing guides and wooden boat fans gather on the opening day of fishing season to celebrate and learn about McKenzie River history, wildlife and wooden boats! Come watch the boat parade, participate in fly-fishing demonstrations, meet the local river guides and enjoy a great lunch. Guides along the McKenzie River have been pioneers of fishing boat design for over a century and have found perfect construction styles and materials that make a McKenzie River Driftboat a well-known term on rivers around the world. Also, be sure to relax at Eagle Rock Lodge in Vida to the sound of the rushing water and the calling birds while soaking up the sun and serene natural setting. Saturday, 10am-4pm. Free. Eagle Rock Lodge, 49198 McKenzie Hwy, Vida.
April 26
Community & Connections Monthly Meet-Up | Join the museum for a monthly program designed for individuals in the early stages of memory loss and their care partners. This series builds on the Reflections and Connections program and invites both returning participants and new attendees to experience community, creativity, and connection at University of Oregon’s Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art. Each hour-and-a-half-long workshop at will include artmaking in the studio and light refreshments. To register, contact us at [email protected] or call 541-346-6443.
April 26
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
April 26
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 54 years 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
April 26
Disco Skate Night | Lace up your skates and get your groove on at this disco-inspired skate night! Step back in time to a dazzling disco haven, where a live DJ spins funky ’70s beats under shimmering lights. Limited rental skates are available on a first-come, first-served basis—don’t miss out!Saturday, 6-8pm, $11. Bob Keefer Center for Sports, 250 S 32nd St, Springfield
April 26
Master Gardener Plant Sale | The annual Lane County Master Gardener™ Association Plant Sale will be held on Saturday, 10am–3pm. at the Lane County Event Center inside the East Expo Halls. The Master Gardener™ Plant Sale will offer vegetable & herb starts, beautiful hanging baskets, annuals, perennials, native plants, aquatic plants, houseplants, bare root trees, shrubs, and more. The plants are propagated and grown by Master Gardeners according to “best practices” put in place by OSU Extension in consultation with the Oregon Department of Agriculture to help control invasive weeds, pests, and diseases from spreading throughout Oregon gardens, as well as wholesale purchases and donations from local nurseries, all available at great prices.
Through April 27
2025 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival | From hot air balloons, wine tastings, and our specialty gift shop to our food & craft market, children’s play area, and endless photo opportunities. Not to mention: 40 acres of 100 varieties of tulips and our 4 acre Wooden Shoe Gardens. woodenshoe.com
Through April 27
Mary Poppins at Cottage Theatre | Experience the magic as Mary Poppins arrives to bring joy, wonder, and a little mischief to the Banks family! With unforgettable songs like Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious and Chim Chim Cher-ee, Cottage Theatre’s production promises high-flying fun and heartwarming moments. Join Cottage Theatre April 4–27 for a magical adventure where the extraordinary is just a spoonful of sugar away. Cottage Theatre, cottagetheatre.org
