Spring is in bloom! With Florence’s Rhododendron Festival and Mount Pisgah’s Wildflower Festival, florals are the theme of the weekend. Amidst the spring colors, take in the fresh air with the Rhody Run 5k, Bark in the Park 2k/5k/10k, and Cottage Grove’s Half Marathon & 10k. Run through the flowers and celebrate the start of the warmer seasons.
May 14
Eugene Symphony: Forces of Nature – Grieg & Nielson | Featuring Gabriella Smith’s Tumblebird Contrails, Grieg’s Piano Concerto, and Nielsen’s Symphony No. 4, the symphony presents a compilation highlighting the rush of nature through sound. | 7:30 pm | Hult Center | hultcenter.org
May 14 – May 17
Archaeology Channel International Film Festival | Starting with a keynote banquet at the Gordon Hotel, the festival will be four days of exclusive screenings of films/documentaries depicting global archaeology and indigenous cultures. | John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts | theshedd.org
Florence Rhododendron Festival | The “Rhody Fest” is the second-oldest floral festival in Oregon. There will be showcases of blooms, art vendors, carnival attractions, car shows, and more. This week features the Rhody Run 5k on Saturday the 16th at 8 am. | Florence | florencechamber.com
May 15
Riverside Chamber Symphony | This spring concert will feature A. Sullivan’s Overture to Pirates of Penzance & Mendelssohn’s Italian Symphony No.4, Op. 90. | 7:30 pm | Wildish Theater | wildishtheater.com
May 16
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, along with 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
Divisi’s 25th Anniversary Alumni Show | Showcasing the award winning treble A Capella group from the University of Oregon, this show celebrates its success since its formation in 2001. | 7 pm – 9:30 pm | John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts | theshedd.org
Pub Sing at Drop Bear Brewery | Family friendly singalong event of folk tunes, Irish music, and classic pub shanties. | 7:30 pm – 9 pm | Drop Bear Brewery | dropbearbrewery.com
May 16-17
Health and Wellness Innovation Expo | Funding Lane Senior Support Coalition (LSSC), this expo is two days of supporting mind, body, and community. This event brings together experts, vendors, and organizations all with the mission of well-being through the 8 Dimensions of Wellness. | 10 am – 4 pm | Lane Events Center | laneeventscenter.org
Mother’s Day Tea | Celebrate a mom with a formal afternoon tea. All proceeds will go to supporting and funding the SMJ museum. | Saturday at 11 am & 3 pm and Sunday at 3 pm | Shelton McMurphy Johnson House | smjhouse.org
Antiquum Farm Spring Wine Release and Picnic Day | Celebrating the arrival of their Pinot Gris, Antiquum is hosting their Spring wine release. There will be a guided walk through the 6-acre Little Field and access for wine tasting and picnic spots. | Antiquum Farm, Junction City | antiquumfarm.com
May 17
Bark in the Park | Greenhill is hosting their 33rd annual 2k, 5k, & 10k run/walk in the park fundraiser to help animals in need. There will be dogs and vendors and more! | Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. | 7 am – 12 pm | Alton Baker Park | green-hill.org
Cottage Grove Half Marathon and 10k | The half marathon and 10k winds through forests, meadows, and historic bridges along the Row River Trail. | 9:30 am | Row River Trail, Cottage Grove | oregontrailruns.com
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
Picc-A-Dilly Flea Market | Celebrating 54 years, Picc-A-Dilly is one of the most long-standing family events at the county fairgrounds. Over 300 tables selling crafts, collectibles, and wares with vibrant socializing and music. | $1.50 General Admission | 10 am – 3 pm | Lane County Fair Grounds | piccadillyflea.com
Mount Pisgah Wildflower and Music Festival | With wildflower displays, live music from local bands, guided nature walks, and vendors, the festival has plenty to offer. Also featured will be The Art in Nature Trail showcasing art installations. | 10 am – 5 pm | Mount Pisgah Arboretum | mountpisgaharboretum.org/festivals-events/wildflower-music-festival/
Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Oratorio | Eugene Concert Choir & Orchestra with four professional soloists and The All American Boys Chorus present an oratorio showcasing the mastery of lyrical composer, Paul McCartney. | 2:30 pm | Hult Center | hultcenter.org
May 19
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
May 19 – May 24
Emeralds Baseball Game | Eugene Emeralds vs Hillsboro Hops | Times Vary | PK Park | milb.com
May 29 & 31
Eugene Opera: Three Decembers | Eugene Opera tells the story of Broadway star Madeline Mitchell and her two adult children. Inspired by the unpublished play Some Christmas Letters by Terrence McNally, Three Decembers spans 1986, 1996, and 2006 to tell the tale of a family struggling to connect. | 7:30 pm & 3 pm | Hult Center | hultcenter.org/
