Spring energy is building across Eugene and Springfield this week with concerts, theater, markets, comedy, and community celebrations filling the calendar. Highlights include the Eugene Symphony performing Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet at the Hult Center, internationally acclaimed dancers of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater taking the stage for two nights, and live music across the city from WOW Hall to McDonald Theatre. St. Patrick’s Day festivities are popping up around town as well, including a lively pre-holiday celebration with the band Hot Fuzz bringing Irish favorites and party hits to Wetlands on Friday night. Jazz performances at The Shedd and the return of Eugene’s beloved weekend markets round out a lively week. Whether you’re looking for a night of music, a creative performance, or a casual gathering with friends, these events showcase some of the best things happening around town.
March 12
Trivia Night at PublicHouse | Gather your smartest friends for an evening of trivia, craft beer, and good food in the lively beer garden atmosphere. 7 p.m., PublicHouse, Springfield, publichousehub.com
Jazz Jam Session | Local musicians and jazz lovers gather for an open jam session featuring improvisation and classic standards. Bring an instrument or simply enjoy the music as seasoned players and rising talent share the stage in an informal session. 7:30 p.m., The Jazz Station, thejazzstation.org
March 13
Hot Fuzz St. Patty’s Party | Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early with the high-energy party band Hot Fuzz performing Irish favorites along with crowd-pleasing rock and dance hits. 7–11 p.m., $10 cover. Wetlands Brew Pub & Sports Bar, Eugene, wetlandsEugene.com
Live Music Night at PublicHouse Beer Garden | Local bands take the stage for a relaxed evening of live music and drinks in the beer garden. 7 p.m., PublicHouse, Springfield, publichousehub.com
Stand-Up Comedy Night | Regional comedians deliver a night of laughs in an intimate comedy club setting. 8 p.m., Olsen Run Comedy Club, eugenecomedy.com
March 14
Lane County Farmers Market | Eugene’s beloved weekly farmers market returns with local produce, baked goods, and handmade foods. 9 a.m.–3 p.m., Downtown Park Blocks, lanecountyfarmersmarket.org
Eugene Saturday Market | The iconic outdoor craft market showcases hundreds of handmade items from local artists and food vendors. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Downtown Park Blocks, eugenesaturdaymarket.org
Live Band Night at PublicHouse | High-energy local bands bring the beer garden to life with rock and danceable tunes. 7 p.m., PublicHouse, Springfield, publichousehub.com
Live Music at WOW Hall | Touring musicians perform at one of Eugene’s most iconic live music venues. 8 p.m., WOW Hall, wowhall.org
Concert at McDonald Theatre | A national touring act brings a high-energy live show to Eugene’s historic downtown venue. 8 p.m., McDonald Theatre, mcdonaldtheatre.com
March 15
Eugene Symphony: Romeo and Juliet | The Eugene Symphony performs a dramatic program featuring Tchaikovsky’s beloved orchestral work. 2 p.m., Hult Center for the Performing Arts, eugenesymphony.org
Sunday Jazz Brunch | Enjoy brunch and live jazz in a relaxed downtown setting. 11 a.m., The Jazz Station, thejazzstation.org
Community Theater Performance | Local actors bring a lively production to the stage at Eugene’s historic community theater. 2 p.m., Very Little Theatre, thevlt.com
March 16
Open Mic Night | Musicians, poets, and comedians share their talents during this weekly open mic night. 7 p.m., Downtown Eugene venue, eugenescene.org
Community Trivia Night | Test your knowledge with themed trivia rounds and prizes. 7 p.m., Eugene brewery, eugenescene.org
March 17
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater | The world-renowned dance company brings its powerful choreography to Eugene. 7:30 p.m., Hult Center for the Performing Arts, hultcenter.org
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration | Celebrate the holiday with Irish music, festive drinks, and food specials. 6 p.m., PublicHouse Beer Garden, Springfield, publichousehub.com
Irish Folk Music Night | Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with traditional Irish music and storytelling. 7 p.m., The Shedd Institute, theshedd.org
March 18
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater | A second night of powerful dance from the internationally acclaimed company. 7:30 p.m., Hult Center for the Performing Arts, hultcenter.org
Live Music at WOW Hall | Touring artists perform a midweek concert at Eugene’s iconic music venue. 8 p.m., WOW Hall, wowhall.org
Midweek Music Series | Local singer-songwriters perform acoustic sets in an intimate venue. 7 p.m., Downtown Eugene venue, eugenescene.org
March 19
International Human Rights Film Night | A screening of short films highlighting global human rights stories. 7 p.m., Eugene venue, eugene-or.gov
Live Comedy Showcase | A rotating lineup of comedians brings stand-up performances to the stage. 8 p.m., Olsen Run Comedy Club, eugenecomedy.com
Jazz Concert at The Shedd | A professional ensemble performs classic jazz standards and modern arrangements. 7:30 p.m., The Shedd Institute, theshedd.org
Live Music at McDonald Theatre | A touring band stops in Eugene for an energetic night of live music. 8 p.m., McDonald Theatre, mcdonaldtheatre.com
Beer Garden Music Night | Enjoy live music, food carts, and drinks in the lively outdoor beer garden. 7 p.m., PublicHouse, Springfield, publichousehub.com
