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Live music, outdoor events, and so much more happening this weekend. Get out and have fun!
Good morning. It's Friday, April 24. Consider this your friendly reminder that spring does not last forever, so say yes to the hike, the show, or both. From petals to punchlines, this weekend is lining up some feel-good ways to be a person in public. Alright, here's today's edition of your Eugene Lowdown:
Wildflower Festival Set for May 17th
Clear the calendar and charge the camera: the annual Wildflower Festival returns Sunday, May 17th, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Mount Pisgah Arboretum. The marquee event pairs botanist-led wildflower walks with live music and a major native plant sale. Wander 209 acres of ecosystems while helping fund trail maintenance and habitat restoration during peak camas and lupine season.
Shakespeare Meets Broadway Musical
Rose Children's Theatre brings "Something Rotten Jr." to Wildish Community Theater, mixing 1590s Shakespeare swagger with Broadway-style song-and-dance. Shows start Friday at 7 p.m., with Saturday performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., plus a Sunday 2 p.m. matinee. The run continues into early May with more evening and matinee options.
Blues
The Hank Shreve Band
Bring your best air-harmonica game and let the pros handle the real riffs while you soak up three hours of foot-tapping, grin-inducing Pacific Northwest blues.Mac's Nightclub | 8 PM | 1626 Willamette St, Eugene
Friday
Comedy Show
Billy Gardell: The Less Is More Tour
Laugh muscles will get a full workout as Billy Gardell turns everyday headaches into punchlines, proving that getting older might hurt your back but it definitely helps your sense of humor.Hult Center - Soreng Theater | 7 PM | One Eugene
Friday
Live Music
Oregon Wind Ensemble
Leave your playlists at home and let a full wind ensemble blast you with live brass, booming percussion, and melodies that sound way better than your earbuds.UO Beall Concert Hall | 7:30 PM | 961 E 18th Ave, Eugene
Friday
Cycling
Eugene Critical Mass Bike Ride
Leave the car at home and join a moving bike party where the dress code is helmets, the soundtrack is bike bells and beats, and the only traffic jam you will enjoy is made entirely of cyclists.Kesey Square | 6:30 PM | 10 E Broadway, Eugene
Friday
Karaoke
Friday Night Karaoke
Warm up those vocal cords, pick your go-to anthem and let the singing bartender show you how it is done while the crowd cheers every bravely on-key attempt.Broken Glass Bar | 8 PM | 2222 State Hwy 99 N, Eugene
Friday
Kids Activities
Children's Story
Dia del Nino, Dia del Libro
Bring the kids for mariachi, dancing, crafts, and free books, and watch them discover that reading time can compete with screen time when you add tacos, tunes, and a llama-packed good time.Guy Lee Elementary School | 5:30 PM | 755 Harlow Rd, Springfield
Friday
Sewing Class
Intro to Machine Sewing with Sierah
Bring your questions and your sense of adventure as you learn to tame a sewing machine, stitch straight lines, and turn loose threads into something you can proudly show off.Viking Sewing Vacuum Hearth & Grill | 4 PM | 788 W 6th Ave, Eugene
Friday
Live Music
Live Music with Mild Kingdom
Warm up your vocal cords and your nostalgia meter: a veteran trio is cranking out deep-cut 60s and 70s hits you forgot you loved. No cover, big harmonies, and plenty of reasons to stay for one more song.Gratitude Brewing | 7:30 PM | 540 E 8th Ave Ste A, Eugene
Friday
Bluegrass
Moon Mountain String Band
Bring your best toe-tapping shoes; this seven-piece string crew serves up bluegrass grooves so catchy you might accidentally start dancing between sips.Gratitude Brewing | 7:30 PM | 540 E 8th Ave Ste A, Eugene
Saturday
Craft Fair
Eugene Saturday Market
Spend Saturday browsing booths, nibbling on local treats, and nodding along to live music while convincing yourself it all counts as supporting the local economy. Spoiler: it actually does.Eugene Saturday Market | 10 AM | 126 E 8th Ave, Eugene
Saturday
Gardening Class
Plant Sale
Lane County Master Gardener Plant Sale
Dig into a gardeners paradise packed with tomatoes, herbs, and hanging baskets, plus experts on standby so you can finally stop guessing what that mystery plant in your yard is.Lane Events Center | 10 AM | 796 W 13th Ave, Eugene
Saturday
Classic Rock
Not Done Yet
Dust off your best air-guitar skills and get ready for classic rock hits, sing-along moments, and the occasional dramatic drum fill.The Embers | 8 PM | 1811 OR-99 N, Eugene
Saturday
Family & Kids
Clothing Swap
Spring Kids Clothing Swap
Turn outgrown onesies into new-to-you treasures as kids craft, parents mingle, and wardrobes get an eco-friendly upgrade without touching your clothing budget.10 AM | 86548 Lorane Hwy Eugene
Saturday
Live Music
A Night of Vocal Arts 2026
Prepare for serious goosebumps as choirs, a cappella groups, and Honey Whiskey Trio stack harmonies sky-high, proving that the most powerful instrument in the room is a few dozen human voices.Jaqua Concert Hall | 7:30 PM | 868 High St, Eugene
Saturday
Hiking
Real Life Hiking Crew
Lace up your boots, leave your to-do list behind, and follow the trail to new friends and fresh air. Expect gentle hills, good conversation, and just enough exercise to earn that extra snack later.Dorris Ranch | 9 AM | 205 Dorris St, Springfield
Saturday
Gospel
The Many in Concert
Leave your Sunday playlist at home and let The Many handle the soundtrack instead, mixing thoughtful lyrics, lush harmonies, and a whole lot of grace into one uplifting, totally free musical gathering.First United Methodist Church | 2 PM | 1376 Olive St, Eugene
Saturday
Community Org
Festivals
Eugene May Day Celebration
Clock out from capitalism for an afternoon and enjoy free snacks, protest art, live tunes, and spirited speeches that might just radicalize your Sunday stroll through downtown Eugene.Park Blocks | 12 PM | 8th Ave & Oak St, Eugene
Sunday
Performing Arts
Guest Artist Recital: Beo Quartet
Let four strings and a bonus viola upgrade your Sunday as Beo String Quartet and Arnaud Ghillebaert dive into Kenji Bunchs String Circle and a mix of adventurous chamber pieces.UO Beall Concert Hall | 3 PM | 961 E 18th Ave, Eugene
Sunday
Ballroom Dance
Social Dance: 4th Sunday Ballroom Dance
Dust off your dance shoes and your best two-left-feet jokes for an easygoing night of spins, smiles and socializing, with music for ballroom, Latin and swing plus a budget-friendly sliding scale at the door.Upstairs Ballroom at the Vet's Club | 5:30 PM | 1626 Willamette St, Eugene
Sunday
Kickball
Kickball
Remember recess? Same idea, taller people. Show up, kick a big red ball, jog in triumphant circles, and call it your weekend workout with a side of new friends.South Eugene High School Football Field | 11 AM | 298 E 19th Ave, Eugene
Sunday
Gardening Class
Informational Talk - Landscaping 101
Give your shrubs a glow-up and your veggies a promotion. In just one hour, pick up pro tips on pruning, design, and edible plants so your yard works harder than you do.Down To Earth Home, Garden & Gift | 11:30 AM | 532 Olive St, Eugene
Sunday
Live Music
Creed Fisher
Boot-stomping beats, twangy guitars, and singalong choruses collide in a rowdy, all-ages country throwdown where the only dress code is denim, and losing your voice from singing is highly encouraged.The WOW Hall | 7 PM | 291 W 8th Ave, Eugene
Monday
Trivia Night
Deadhead Trivia Night
Brush up on setlists and inside jokes, then see if your Deadhead brain can out-groove the competition in a trivia night where the only wrong answer is not having fun.Whirled Pies | 6 PM | 199 W 8th Ave, Eugene
Monday
Craft & Workshop
Sit 'n' Stitch
Swap scrolling for stitching and hang out with fellow fiber fans, hot tea, and cozy vibes while your latest project finally gets the attention it deserves.Shelton McMurphey Johnson House | 6 PM | 303 Willamette St, Eugene
Monday
Live Music
Memoir
Let Dvorak's toe-tapping "American" tunes and Faure's lush harmonies handle the drama for the night while Chamber Music Amici and friends serve world-class chamber vibes, no reality TV required.Richard E. Wildish Community Theater | 7:30 PM | 630 Main St, Springfield
Monday
Charity
Food & Drink
Thurston Youth Football Informational Meeting
Bring your appetite and your questions and turn a regular pizza night into new cleats, safer gear, and more touchdowns for local kids. One meeting, one meal, plenty of yards gained for the program.Papa's Pizza | 6 PM | 4011 Main St, Springfield
Monday
 | Eugene in 2003Eugene's department store chain, The Emporium, closed its last stores after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. |
Thats it for todays Eugene Lowdown. Thanks for reading, and may your weekend contain at least one great view and one great laugh. If this helped you pick a plan, forward it to a friend who is always asking, "So whats happening?" See you next edition.
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