September 3 – 13
“The Shark is Broken” | The Very Little Theatre presents a comedic drama by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon. This play reveals the behind-the-scenes chaos of filming JAWS. | Times Vary | Very Little Theatre (VLT) | thevlt.com
September 4
Fiesta Cultural | In collaboration with First Friday ArtWalk, the 12th annual Fiesta Cultural celebrates Latin American culture and heritage. There will be live music, dancing, food carts, and more. | 5:30 – 10 pm | Farmers Market Pavilion
Eugene Opera Museum Opening | Celebrating 50 years, Eugene Opera is hosting a temporary exhibition of costumes, props, posters, and more. The First Friday ArtWalk will introduce the opening of the short-term museum. The exhibit will be up through the first Friday of November. | Midtown Arts Center Gallery | eugeneopera.org
September 4 – 10
Cat Video Fest | This family-friendly feline film festival showcases the internet’s most popular cat videos on the big screen. Part of the proceeds will be donated to cat rescue organizations such as Springfield’s CRAN. | Times Vary | Eugene Art House | eugenearthouse.com/home
September 5
UO Ducks Football Game | University of Oregon Ducks vs Boise State Broncos | Yellow and Green Stripe Out Game | 12:30 pm | Autzen Stadium | goducks.com/sports/football/schedule
September 6
The Mer-Market | Presented by Pixie Panic, join this magical mermaid and mer-folk themed celebration. The event includes dancing, vendors, crafts, and more. | 12 – 6 pm | Alton Baker Park | pixiepanicmarket.com/#home
September 7
Mall 2 Mall Run | This quarter marathon starts near Valley River Center at Mauri Jacobs Park and ends near the Gateway Mall at Grace City Church. | 9 AM | Maurie Jacobs Park
September 9 – 30
Twilight Cyclocross | Hosted each Wednesday of September, the Twilight Cyclocross is a high-intensity fall cycling series. The courses vary with paths on pavement, grass, mud, sand pits, etc. Cyclists of all levels are welcome to participate. | 4:30 pm | Oak Hill School | twilightoperations.com/twilight-cx-series
September 10
Lane Community College Run | Hosted by the Oregon Track Club, this is a 3K Community Race or “Spirit of Bowerman Mile” run/walk. | 6:30 pm | Lane Community College
September 26
An Evening for Animals | Greenhill Humane Society presents its 17th annual gala and auction. The event includes both silent and live auctions featuring jewelry, artwork, experiences, and gift baskets from local businesses. Attendees are encouraged to dress to the theme Diamonds and Pearls. Please purchase tickets in advance. | 5:30 – 10 pm | The Graduate by Hilton | green-hill.org/gala
Recurring Events:
September 3
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
September 4
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
September 5
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
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
Pop-up Artisan Craft Market | Just a couple of blocks from the Saturday market, Mountain Rose Herbs Mercantile is hosting a market event with local artisans and makers. There will be complimentary tea and featured vendors such as Firn Handcrafted and GypsyBleu Arts & Florals. | 11 am – 4 pm | Mountain Rose Herbs Mercantile
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
September 6
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
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
September 7
First Monday Hult Center Tour | 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
September 8
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
