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Go vintage at Eugene Vintage Fest, then earn your snacks with fresh Ridgeline views at Moon Mountain Park.
Good morning. It's Friday, May 15. Eugene is serving peak spring energy: new trails to stomp around on, and a sustainability-minded excuse to shop like it's a treasure hunt. Make it a big-air, small-waste kind of weekend. Alright, here's today's edition of your Eugene Lowdown:
Your Closet Called: Go Vintage
Sunday, noon-6 p.m., Eugene Vintage Fest takes over the Farmers Market Pavillion, 85 E 8th Ave, with 60+ vendors selling vintage clothing, furniture, jewelry, trinkets and art. Expect Chaiyo Thai and Jermaican Jerk-culture, DJs from Epic Seconds, live caricatures by Cassie Taylor, plus a fix-it fair and free reusable dishware.
Moon Mountain Finally Gets Its Moment
Lace up: Moon Mountain Park is officially open, adding more than 150 acres of new hiking trails and viewpoints to the Ridgeline Trail System. The city finished final trail markers and trailhead parking improvements Thursday. The summit trail is now accessible, with panoramic looks across the Willamette Valley.
Classical
Symphony
Riverside Chamber Symphony
Trade your usual Friday background noise for live symphonic drama, from swashbuckling overtures to soaring symphonies, all powered by hometown musicians playing their hearts out a few feet away.Wildish Community Theater | 7:30 PM | 630 Main St, Springfield
Friday
Jazz
Dorian and Dorothea May Jazz Duo
Let the piano and bass do the talking while you sip, snack, and pretend you always knew the bridge to every jazz standard on the set list.Jazzy Ladies Cafe & Club | 7 PM | 560 Oak St Ste 130, Eugene
Friday
Comedy Show
A Comedy Show - Fun E Club
Laugh at sharp jokes from Eugene comics, pretend you totally got every reference, and enjoy a fast-paced 75 minutes where the only thing low-key is the street parking situation.The NEST | 8 PM | 894 E 13th Ave, Eugene
Friday
Kids Activities
Science & Tech
Tot Discovery Day: Water Wonders
Tiny scientists, big splash. Watch little hands test what sinks, what floats, and how gloriously wet grown-up sleeves can get while exploring bubbly, water-filled STEAM activities together.Eugene Science Center | 9 AM | 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene
Friday
Burlesque Show
Hot Patootie - The Encore!
Dust off your leather, fluff your boas, and limber up those Time Warp hips for a saucy spin through Grease and Rocky Horror, where the shimmying is fierce, the jokes are spicy, and subtlety stays home.The Sparrow & Serpent | 7:30 PM | 211 Washington St, Eugene
Friday
Bingo
Charity
Final Bingo Night
Grab a dauber, pick your lucky seat, and get ready for the kind of bingo where shouting "Bingo!" brings cash, cheers, and real support for neighbors with intellectual disabilities.Abilities Diner & Bakery | 6 PM | 922 Bennett Ln, Eugene
Friday
Cycling
Active
Infrastructure Ride and Quiz Game
Spin your wheels and your brain on a guided ride where curb cuts, green paint, and mystery acronyms become clues in a rolling quiz about how bikes and streets work together.Kesey Square | 5 PM | 10 E Broadway, Eugene
Friday
Electronic
Bass Forge
Craving riffs with your wubs and breakdowns with your bass drops? This chaotic crossover night brings mosh-pit attitude to the dancefloor and keeps the volume, and vibes, way up.The Space Bar | 10 PM | 150 W Broadway, Eugene
Friday
Classic Rock
Performing Arts
An Evening With the Garcia Birthday Band
Dust off your twirling shoes and tie-dye; a full night of Dead-style jams is on tap. Expect big solos, longer songs, and plenty of chances to dance like the weekend never has to end.Whirled Pies | 8 PM | 199 W 8th Ave, Eugene
Saturday
Kids Activities
Operation Big Wheels: A Touch A Truck Event
Little ones can finally honk, climb, and peek inside the giant trucks they point at on the road, while adults enjoy the rare thrill of not shushing anyone for making too much noise.Valley River Center | 10 AM | 205 Valley River Ctr, Eugene
Saturday
Country
Performing Arts
Spotlight on Country Music Night
Dust off your boots and warm up your best shower-singer voice as local performers tackle everything from Dolly to Diamond Rio in a toe-tapping, family-friendly country showcase.Applegate Regional Theatre | 7 PM | Eugene
Saturday
Wine Tasting
Wine Your Way - A Personal Blending Experience
Blend like a winemaker, label like an artist, and leave with a bottle so personal you might hesitate to share it with your friends.Capitello Wines | 3 PM | 540 Charnelton St, Eugene
Saturday
Rock
Lucid Penguin with Opening Set by Nate Mader
Forget the playlist and let real humans handle the soundtrack as Lucid Penguin and Nate Mader trade smart lyrics, catchy hooks, and the kind of grooves that make another round sound like a great idea.The Houndstooth Public House | 7 PM | 1795 W 6th Ave, Eugene
Saturday
Country
Pendleton Highway
Boot scoot, two step, or simply tap your toes while a country band cranks out crowd pleasers and originals as you sample food truck favorites and laid back small town vibes.The Sweet Market on Main & Pavilion | 6 PM | 4425 Main St, Springfield
Saturday
Folk / Acoustic
Performing Arts
Mood Area 52 + Baroque Betty
Bring your feelings and maybe a friend; lush strings, smoky melodies, and bittersweet lyrics will handle the rest in this delightfully dramatic night of Eugene-made music.Tsunami Books | 7:30 PM | 2585 Willamette St, Eugene
Saturday
Karaoke
Karaoke at the Cooler
Start hydrating your vocal cords and your confidence. By the end of the night you might hit the high notes, nail the rap verse, or at least become a legend in your friends group chat.The Cooler Restaurant and Bar | 8 PM | 20 Centennial Loop, Eugene
Saturday
Dog Event
Charity
Bark in the Park
Lace up your sneakers, tighten those leashes, and prepare for more wagging tails than rush hour windshield wipers, all while helping hundreds of local animals land their forever homes.Alton Baker Park | 7 AM | 200 Day Island Rd, Eugene
Sunday
Fair
Flower Viewing
2026 Wildflower Festival
Swap screen time for fern time at a day packed with petals, plant nerds, and foot-tapping tunes. Warning: side effects may include sudden wildflower obsession and an urge to label every plant you meet.Mount Pisgah Arboretum | 10 AM | Eugene
Sunday
Kids Activities
Active
Youth Field Day
Lace up those sneakers and stretch your high-five hand. This field day is all about races, relays, and the occasional hilarious wipeout, where the only real competition is who has the most fun.Kidsports | 1 PM | 2054 Amazon Pkwy, Eugene
Sunday
Classical
Symphony
Paul McCartney's Liverpool Oratorio
Let a full chorus, orchestra, and boys choir surround you with soaring melodies, dramatic twists, and goosebump moments that might have you humming all the way home.Hult Center for the Performing Arts | 2:30 PM | 1 Eugene Ctr, Eugene
Sunday
Bingo
Plant Sale
Planty Bingo
Brush up on your bingo skills and your plant puns - every number called could mean another leafy roommate heading home with you.The Sparrow & Serpent Pub | 4 PM | 211 Washington St, Eugene
Sunday
Blues
Americana
Live: Peter Case
Bring your best listening ears and maybe a notebook—you are about to hear the kind of songs that make other songwriters sigh, "Well, back to the drawing board."Art House | 7:30 PM | 492 E 13th Ave, Eugene
Sunday
Comedy Show
Hand Shoes & Horse Grenades
Laugh at sharp stand-up, cheer on brave first-timers, and enjoy a band that hits harder than your Monday alarm clock, all without paying a cover.Luckey's Club | 7:30 PM | 933 Olive St, Eugene
Sunday
Yoga
Yoga Under the Stars
Roll out your mat, gaze up at a galaxy of stars, and let your biggest worry be whether your hamstrings or your jawline relax first. One hour of stretching, thirty minutes of sipping, zero emails allowed.Eugene Science Center | 5:30 PM | 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene
Monday
Craft & Workshop
Mixed Media Art
GuitART: MECCAs Broken Guitar Art Challenge
Retire that broken guitar from air solos and give it a second life as art, crafting a quirky masterpiece that will hang in a community exhibit instead of gathering dust in the closet.MECCA | 10 AM | 555 High St, Eugene
Monday
Food & Drink
Pop-Up Shop
Girly Pop Soda Shop X Candy Coated Bliss Pop-Up
Cravings calling? Answer with a loaded soda in one hand and candy in the other while you browse local goodies. Warning: may cause sudden happiness and an uncontrollable urge to say "just one more sip."Good Karma | 5 PM | 3332 Main St, Springfield
Monday
Gaming & Trivia
Cribbage
Shuffle the deck, peg your way around the board, and pretend you totally meant to miss that fifteen-two. Lighthearted cribbage, new friends, and plenty of chances to brag about that perfect hand.Da Ra Coffee & Brew | 2 PM | 565 Country Club Rd, Eugene
Monday
 | This week in 1957The Emerald Art Center, originally the Emerald Empire Art Association, was established in Springfield on May 16, 1957. |
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