This week in Lane County, kick off the holiday season with Cascade Health’s Festival of Trees, featuring festive displays, an artisan marketplace, and family-friendly activities, and get ready for Beergarden’s annual Whiskey Week starting December 4. Keep an eye out for a whimsical British‑comedy Christmas tea and enjoy local happenings like craft fairs, magic‑and‑art markets, and trivia nights. As we gather with friends and family, we wish you a warm and joyful Thanksgiving filled with good company, cozy traditions, and the spirit of our Eugene community.
November 22
The Holiday Market | Get ready to kick off your holiday season at the Eugene Holiday Market, where the festive spirit truly comes alive! Starting the weekend before Thanksgiving and running every weekend through December 24th, this special market transforms the Lane Event Center into a winter wonderland. You’ll find an exciting array of new art, crafts, food, music, and more each year, meticulously planned by our dedicated Holiday Market Committee. It’s the perfect place to find unique gifts, pick up our popular Holiday Market gift certificates, and immerse yourself in a dynamic and engaging atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this beloved annual tradition. 10:00 am–6:00 pm each day, Lane Events Center, eugenesaturdaymarket.org
November 29
Lane County’s Farmers Market | The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. The Saturday Farmers Market is open 10am to 2pm. during February and March, and 9-3pm from April to December. They welcome EBT/SNAP users and provide them the opportunity for a $20 Double Up Food Buck match at all markets to be used on fresh produce. See the LCFM Information Booth for more details. Free. 85 E 8th Ave, Eugene, lanecountyfarmersmarket.org
November 25
UO Symphony Orchestra – Fate & Fantasy | A dramatic orchestral program featuring works by Verdi and Rimsky-Korsakov. Expect sweeping melodies, storytelling through sound, and a rich orchestral experience. 7:30pm, Hult Center Soreng Theater, hultcenter.org
November 27
Talk Time: Conversational English | A supportive drop-in space to practice English and build community. A welcoming session for learners to connect and grow confidence through conversation. 4–5:30pm, Eugene Downtown Library, eugene-or.gov
November 25-26 and 28-30
Cascade Health’s Festival of Trees | Kick off the holiday season with 45 stunning trees, a festive marketplace, crafts for kids, Santa visits, and a silent auction — all supporting compassionate care at Pete Moore Hospice House. Graduate Eugene, cascadehealth.org/festival
November 29
Market for the Strange | A magic-inspired art market featuring bone art, jewelry, candles, crystals, goth crafts, flash tattoos and more — for fans of the strange and the beautiful. Calling all “hidden-path travelers” and lovers of otherworldly craft — this is a community-market throwdown for the strange side of Oregon. 11:00 am–6:00 pm, Lane Events Center Auditorium, marketforthestrange.com
November 30
Family Fun with Magnets at the Library | Creative drop-in for kids ages 5–9 (with grownups), making magnetic art and exploring playful science. A cozy, free activity for families looking for a calm indoor outing post-holiday bustle. 1:00 pm–4:30 pm, Downtown Library, Eugene (100 W 10th Ave), eugene-or.gov/calendar.aspx
December 1
Downtown Eugene Merchants Meeting | Monthly business-owners meeting downtown — more for local-business watchers or networking than a public event. Might interest folks curious about the downtown scene or local commerce community. 12:00 pm–1:00 pm, People’s Bank, 811 Willamette St, Eugene, downtown-eugene.com/events/
December 2
FWD Trivia at Claim 52 | Trivia night at Claim 52 Brewing — laid-back, local-brew, plus discounted drinks, perfect for a casual weeknight out. A fun, low-key night for trivia lovers and beer fans. Contact info on the listing. 6:30 pm–8:30 pm, Claim 52 Brewing, 232 Lincoln St, Eugene, via downtowneugene.com/events
December 4
Bingo Beer Night | Bingo + beer at Cornucopia — a fun, slightly off-beat Thursday night hangout. Good for locals wanting a casual night out with games & drinks. Contact via Cornucopia listing. 8:00 pm–11:59 pm, Cornucopia, 207 E 5th Ave, Eugene, downtowneugene.com/events
December 4
A Drag Queen Christmas at the Hult Center | A festive holiday-themed drag-show evening at the downtown theater. 7:30 p.m., Hult Center for the Performing Arts, hultcenter.org/
December 4-7
Annual Whiskey Week begins at Beergarden | A local drink-event kickoff at Beergarden — good for adults looking for a relaxed holiday outing. For more information on beergarden and this event, please visit: www.beergardenme.com and www.facebook.com/beergardenme
December 6-7
O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy | London’s award-winning duo James & Jamesy bring British pantomime, physical comedy, and interactive holiday fun. 3:00 pm & 7:30 pm, Hult Center for the Performing Arts, Eugene. OChristmasTea.com
