As August ends, the city prepares for its final summer celebrations before autumn begins. Live music can be found at the Mt. Pisgah Arboretum for Chamber Music Amici’s Summer Festival; the Eugene Yacht Club hosts its Harvest Regatta to conclude the season; and the Twilight Cyclocross begins its September biking series. Ready to leave summer behind? Get into the spooky spirit at Rebelle Movement’s Creepy Contemporary Dance Workshop. Whether you are holding on to the spirit of the sun or already diving into the pumpkin spice, the city has plenty to offer.
Top Events This Week:
August 28 – 29
Oregon’s Dino-Story | This family-friendly summer adventure allows visitors to engage with fossils and prehistoric specimens amidst the museum courtyard. There will be plenty of hands-on activities and crafts themed around the Age of Dinosaurs. | 10 am – 4 pm | The Museum of Natural and Cultural History
August 28 – September 13
“The Shark is Broken” | The Very Little Theatre presents a comedic drama by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon. This play reveals the behind-the-scenes chaos of the filming of JAWS. | Times Vary | Very Little Theatre (VLT) | thevlt.com
August 29 – 30
Irving Grange Used Book Sale | The River Road Santa Clara Volunteer Library is hosting a book sale. This event will have thousands of books and media for sale, including a classic car show, pancakes, and hot dogs. All proceeds support the library. | 8 am – 2 pm | Irving Grange
Harvest Regatta | As a concluding race before the fall and winter, Eugene Yacht Club hosts its annual Harvest Regatta. | Fern Ridge Reservoir and Wildlife Area
August 30
Rebelle Movement Creepy Contemporary Workshop | Celebrate the start of the spooky season with a horror-inspired dance workshop. This contemporary dance class welcomes all-levels and will teach choreography alongside creepy music. Be sure to register online. | 12 pm – 2 pm | Rebelle Movement Dance Studio | rebellemovementstudio.com
September 1 – 2
Chamber Music Amici’s Summer Festival | This festival is an evening of classical music under the towering oaks of Mt. Pisgah Arboretum. Tuesday hosts the “Shall We Dance?” performance, and Wednesday hosts “Schubertiade.” Free lawn seating is available for those who bring a picnic blanket. | 6:45 – 7:45 pm | Mount Pisgah Arboretum
September 1-3
Emeralds Baseball Game | Eugene Emeralds vs Hillsboro Hops | Times Vary | PK Park | milb.com/eugene
September 2 – 30
Twilight Cyclocross | Hosted each Wednesday of September, the Twilight Cyclocross is a high-intensity fall cycling series. The courses vary with paths on pavement, grass, mud, sand pits, etc. Cyclists of all levels are welcome to participate. | 4:30 pm | Oak Hill School | twilightoperations.com/twilight-cx-series
Recurring Events:
August 28
LTD Performances at the Plaza | Join LTD’s summer concert series. There is live music and treats for this family-friendly event. | Free | 2 pm – 5 pm | LTD Eugene Station
Cottage Grove Last Friday ArtWalk | Walk through downtown Historic Grove for a showcase of local art with light refreshments provided. The Cottage Grove ArtWalk is celebrating over 10 years of highlighting the creativity of its community. | 6 pm – 8 pm | The Axe and Fiddle, Cottage Grove
August 29
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 with an assortment of 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
August 30
Springfield Sunday Market | Every Sunday, find local farmers, food producers, artisans, and community organizations at the new Springfield Sunday Market. Support the Springfield community by shopping locally to sustain regional agriculture and small businesses. From now through October. | 9 am – 2pm | Library Parking Lot at Springfield City Hall | springfield-or.gov/springfield-farmers-market-opens-june-7
Whiteaker Community Market | Open every Sunday, the Whiteaker Community Market is a neighborhood farmer and arts market showcasing the community of the Whiteaker area. | 10 am – 3 pm | Scobert Park | whiteakercommunitymarket.com
September 1
Lane County’s Tuesday 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
September 3
The Golden Hour Night Market | On the first Thursday each month, the Golden Hour Night Market is a summer series that turns the Farmers Market Pavilion into a lively evening market. There will be live music, roller skating, food vendors, small businesses, and artists. | 4 pm – 8 pm | Farmer’s Market Pavilion
