The NCAA Championships take over Hayward Field, celebrating the best of collegiate track and field right here in Track Town USA. The Run for Peace 5K/10K runs along the trails of Alton Baker Park, making for a weekend dedicated to runners. Off the track, Wine Fest, Cage Fest, and Art Fest are all packed into the itinerary for a truly diverse set of events. Don’t forget to check out the local theaters as Sunday in the Park with George, Intimate Apparel, Midsummer Night’s Dream, and Chicago all take the stage these next few weeks. Happy sprinting!
June 11 – June 13
NCAA D1 Men’s & Women’s Outdoor Track and Field Championships | The National Collegiate Athletic Association presents its celebrated track and field competition. | All Day Event | Hayward Field | ncaatickets.com
June 11 – June 14
Emeralds Baseball Game | Eugene Emeralds vs Spokane Indians | Times Vary | PK Park | milb.com
June 11 – June 21
Sunday in the Park with George at Cottage Theatre | “A pointillistic musical reverie about the cost of creativity.” Directed by Jesse Merz, James Lapine’s book comes to life in this musical representation of Georges Seurat and his descendant, George, as these two artists wrestle with love, beauty, burnout, and the pressures of legacy. | Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30 pm & Sundays at 2:30 pm | Cottage Theatre | cottagetheatre.org
Intimate Apparel at VLT | By playwright Lunn Nottage, Intimate Apparel tells the story of a Black seamstress in 1905 New York. The story handles themes of race, class, and female independence through a deeply moving drama. | Thursdays – Saturdays, 7:30 pm; Sundays, 2 pm | The Very Little Theatre | thevlt.com
Theater in the Park: Midsummer Night’s Dream | The Roving Park Players present Shakespeare’s magical play about romance, comedy, and fairies in an outdoor theater experience. All ages welcome. | 6 pm | Various Park Locations | rovingparkplayers.org
June 12
Second Friday ArtWalk in Springfield | Pick up a map at any participating location 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
June 12 – June 13
Savor Southern Oregon Wine Fest | Get a taste of Rogue Valley with this wine lovers’ event showcasing wineries across Southern Oregon. There will be tastings of both new and historical wines as well as panelists present to discuss the history and making of the wines. | Medford, OR | savorsouthernoregon.com
Cage Fest | Presented by Eugene Weekly, the Art House showcases a selection of films featuring the iconic actor Nicolas Cage. | Times Vary | Eugene Art House | eugenearthouse.com
June 12 – July 11
Chicago LIVE at the Actors Cabaret of Eugene | Murder and mayhem take the stage as Eugene’s Actors Cabaret presents the musical Chicago. Taking place during the roaring twenties, two women on death row compete for the headline spotlight as they go on trial and seek fame through infamy. | Fridays and Saturdays, Times Vary | Actors Cabaret and Annex | actorscabaret.org
June 12 – June 14
Eugene Gem Faire | Gem Faire is one of the largest gem, jewelry, and bead shows in the country. The vendors are direct importers, wholesalers, & manufacturers so you are buying directly from the source. There will be plenty of gems, jewelry, beads, crystals, minerals, treasures, and more. | Friday 12 am – 6 pm; Saturday 10 am – 6 pm; and Sunday 10 am – 5 pm | Lane Events Center: Performance Hall | laneeventscenter.org
June 13
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
McKenzie River Trail Run (50K) | Oregon’s oldest ultramarathon is 31 miles along one of the prettiest trails in America. The McKenzie River Trail runs past Clear Lake, Tamolitch Pool, and the McKenzie River, offering a technically challenging course through the forest. This is a cupless race so please bring your own cup or reusable bottle. | 7 am | Carmen Reservoir in Blue River, OR
Run For Peace | Sponsored by the Palmo Center for Peace and Education, there will be both 5K and 10K courses along the Willamette River. Besides the run, Peace Art Place will be open in the park pavilion with a number of free activities. | 9 am – 11:30 am | Alton Baker Park | getmeregistered.com/PeaceRun
Nearly Normal Renaissance Faire | Music, games, karaoke, and more will be found at this immersive Ren Faire event at the local Helmet Lodge. | All Ages: 1 pm – 8 pm, 21+ Only: 8pm – 11pm | The Helmet Lodge
June 13 – June 14
Oregon Renaissance Faire: Viking Weekend | The Vale of Dunrose opens its gates for a journey back in time and across realms. Sport your leather and furs for Viking Weekend. | 10 am – 7 pm | Canby, OR | oregonfaire.com
June 14
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
2nd Avenue Art Fest | Presented by Clay Space and Whiteaker Printmakers, the second annual Art Fest will host 30+ local art vendors. There will be live music, demos, and ice cream. | Free Entry | 11 am – 4 pm | 2nd Ave between Polk and Taylor
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 Linda Danielson & Janet Naylor (fiddle and celtic harp). | Free with Suggested Donation | 2 pm | Hope Abbey Mausoleum, Masonic Cemetery
Music on the Square | The cemetery hosts concerts during the second Sundays of the month throughout the summer. “Music on the Square” will be outdoors on top of the hill. This week presents Blugene Brass. | Free with Suggested Donation | 6 pm | Public Square on top of the hill of the Masonic Cemetery
Summer Music Series at High Pass Winery | This summer concert series features live music as golden hour glows over the vineyard. | 4 pm – 8 pm | High Pass Winery | highpasswinery.com
June 16
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
