Happy Independence Day! One of the biggest weekends of the summer has arrived. The Oregon Bach Festival fills stages across Eugene, the Prefontaine Classic brings the world’s top athletes to TrackTown USA, and communities throughout Lane County prepare for parades, fireworks, rodeos, races, and celebrations. Whether you’re heading to Hayward Field, enjoying a concert, cheering from the sidelines, or exploring local markets and festivals, this week’s calendar is packed with opportunities to make the most of the holiday weekend.
July 2
Night of Miles: Prefontaine Classic | Join for the third annual Night of Miles. This run/walk allows participants to experience a mile on the Hayward Field track before the Prefontaine Classic meet on the following days. On-site registration will be available but advanced registration is recommended. | 6 pm | Hayward Field
July 2 – July 5
Papa’s Pizza American Legion Tournament | This 50th annual invitational is a five-day baseball tournament featuring teams from all across the West Coast. | Times Vary | Swede Johnson Stadium | eugenechallengers.com
July 2 – July 12
Oregon Bach Festival | The Oregon Bach Festival is a Eugene-based music festival that showcases and celebrates the work of Johann Sebastian Bach. | Various Times and Locations | oregonbachfestival.org
July 3
Tokatee Golf Club 4th of July Celebration | Celebrate Independence Day with a golf tournament along the McKenzie River. Live music and food trucks will be available for the event. | All Day | Tokatee Golf Club
July 3 – July 4
Prefontaine Classic | The 51st Prefontaine Classic showcases the world’s current premiere track and field athletes. All participants competing in the meet are ranked in the Top 50 in the world. | All Day Event | Hayward Field
Oakridge Independence Day Celebration | A family friendly event with music, food carts, and Lane County’s longest fireworks show. Fireworks will only be featured on Saturday so be sure to join for both days of this two-day Independence Day celebration. | Friday: 1 pm – 11 pm & Saturday: 11 am – 11 pm | Greenwaters Park
July 4
Butte to Butte (OTC) | The Oregon Track Club presents the Butte to Butte 10K run, 5K run/walk, and 4 mile Mayor’s walk. The run will go along the historic streets of Eugene and end with a festival at the 5th Street Public Market. | 7:30 am | Donald St Hill
Eugene Pro Rodeo “American Celebration” | Watch Roughstock, bareback riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, bull riding, barrel racing, steer wrestling, and roping events for this rodeo Independence Day event. Clowns, carnival food, and beer will be available. The night will end with fireworks. | 7:30 pm | Oregon Horse Center
Creswell July 4th Celebration | Join for the annual Creswell Independence Day celebration. The day starts with pancakes and leads into the parade. There will be candy, vendors, and live music. Be sure to bring your own chairs and stay until the concluding firework show. | All Day | Downtown Creswell
Florence Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Fireworks | The annual firework show will be a 30-minute pyrotechnic experience erupting over the Siuslaw River. | Fireworks start at 10 pm | Historic Old Town Florence
Living History: The Declaration of Independence | Local historian and author, Ray Brown, will don period-correct attire and share knowledge of the nation’s start in this family-friendly event. | 10 am – 6 pm | Harrisburg Riverfront Park
July 7 – July 12
Emeralds Baseball Game | Eugene Emeralds vs Spokane Indians | Times Vary | PK Park | milb.com/eugene
RECURRING EVENTS
July 2
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
July 3
First Friday ArtWalk | Walk through downtown and admire Eugene’s vibrant art scene. Pick up an ArtWalk Guide and shop the pop-up Artist Marketplace before exploring the many galleries and art venues the city has to offer. | 5:30 pm – 8 pm | Farmer’s Market Pavilion | lanearts.org
Free First Friday at the Museum | The Museum of Natural and Cultural History and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art offer free admission each first Friday of the month. Tickets for MNCH need to be reserved in advance. | Free | mnch.uoregon.edu
July 4
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
First Saturday JSMA Tour | Enjoy a gallery walk through of the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art led by an exhibition interpreter every first Saturday of the month. | Free with admission | Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art | jsma.uoregon.edu
Eugene Warehouse District Art Hop | The Art Hop is Eugene’s newest open studio event that is every first Saturday of the month. Featuring 14 venues, the event will host live music, gallery and studio access, and artist demonstrations. | 10 am – 9 pm | Eugene’s Warehouse District, West Eugene | warehousedistrictarthop.com
July 5
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
Eugene Native American Arts and Crafts Makers Market | Every first Sunday, this market provides a space for Native and Indigenous artists to share and sell arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing, body products, and more. | Free Admission | 10 am – 5 pm | Farmers Market Pavilion
July 6
First Monday Hult Center Tour | Come get a backstage glimpse of the Hult Center with a guided tour. Be sure to reserve your tickets online ahead of time. Every first Monday. | Free | 11 am – 12 pm | Hult Center | hultcenter.org
July7
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
