Walking into the heart of summer, mysteries and markets can be discovered amidst the lavender blooms. Whether you are experiencing a whimsical day at the Oregon Country Fair, searching for Bigfoot at Sasquatch Summer Fest, or solving mysteries at Clue: Live on Stage, the city offers plenty of activities. The McKenzie River Lavender Bloom Festival, the start of PublicHouse’s Annual Pacific Northwest Fest, and the conclusion of the Oregon Bach Festival are all happening this week. Don’t miss out on all this community has to offer!
Top Events This Week:
July 9 – 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
Emeralds Baseball Game | Eugene Emeralds vs Spokane Indians | Times Vary | PK Park | milb.com/eugene
July 10
Marcus Mariota Motiv8 Wine Event | This exclusive gathering will celebrate the release of limited-edition wines honoring Heisman Trophy winner Marcus Mariota. This is a commemorative event to celebrate sports history and Mariota’s recent induction into the University of Oregon Athletics Hall of Fame. | 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Sweet Cheeks Winery
July 10 – July 11
Sasquatch Summer Fest | Featuring 12 world-renowned Bigfoot experts, this festival will allow guests to explore sasquatch myth and discuss their own personal encounters. There will be vendors and food trucks available. | Noon – Midnight | Oakridge
July 10 – July 12
Clue: Live On Stage! | Based on the 1985 movie and board game of the same name, Clue takes you on an adventure of murder, mystery, and blackmail. This is a classic whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter. | Times Vary | Hult Center | hultcenter.org
Oregon Country Fair | Join this magical fair of food, entertainment, puppetry, aerial displays, and wild whimsy. Plenty of local artisans will be selling their wares as well as a myriad of live performances. The Oregon Country Fair is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting local arts and culture. | 11 am – 7 pm | Oregon Country Fairgrounds | oregoncountryfair.org
McKenzie River Lavender Bloom Festival | Join for this celebration of lavender blooms. There will be artisan lavender products for sale, lavender treats, and lavender bouquets. This is a three day festival that will include shopping, live music, and food trucks. | 10 am – 5 pm | McKenzie River Lavender | mckenzieriverlavender.com
July 11
Summer Reading Book Sale | Hosted by Friends of Eugene Public Library, this book sale will include thousands of gently used books, puzzles, crafts, and more for sale. Many items are being sold for as low as $2 and all proceeds go to Eugene Public Library. | 10 am – 4 pm | Downtown Eugene Public Library
Dark Sky Star Party | Eugene Astronomical Society presents a summer star party to view star clusters, nebulae, and other celestial wonders. There will be telescopes and experts to help guide visitors during the event. | Free | 9 pm – Midnight | Dexter State Recreation Site
July 15 – July 19
PublicHouse Annual Pacific Northwest Fest | Food vendors will be collaborating with Whisk(e)y Lab to feature locally sourced ingredients and curate a uniquely Pacific Northwest menu. This event will feature live music by all local artists. | 11:30 am – 9 pm | PublicHouse | publichousehub.com
Recurring Events:
July 9
Amazon Farmers Market | Locally produced vegetables, fruit, honey, and baked goods are offered every Thursday this summer in South Eugene. | 10 am – 2 pm | Amazon Community Center
July 10
Second Friday ArtWalk in Springfield | Pick up a map at any participating locations to take a guided or self-guided tour of downtown Springfield’s local art, music, and dance. Stops usually include Emerald Art Center, Springfield’s City Hall Gallery, Springfield History Museum, and others. | 5 pm – 7:30 pm | Emerald Art Center, Springfield | emeraldartcenter.org/
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
Night at the Raptor Center | Experience light refreshments and drinks while touring the center during after-hours. This summer event series allows visitors to get a close-up look at resident raptors. | Advanced registration is recommended. | 6 pm – 8 pm | Cascades Raptor Center | ascadesraptorcenter.org
July 11
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
July 12
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
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
Music to Die For | The cemetery hosts concerts during the second Sundays of the month throughout the summer. “Music to Die For” will be indoors and utilize the acoustics inside the mausoleum. This week presents Kara Eubanks & Nathalie Fortin (violin & piano). | Free with Suggested Donation | 2 pm | Hope Abbey Mausoleum, Masonic Cemetery
July 14
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! Roller skating hosted by Roller Village will be available this week at the market. | Free | 9 am – 2 pm | Farmers Market Pavilion at 8th Ave & Oak St | lanecountyfarmersmarket.org
