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Beer Week starts at PublicHouse, and Springfield Library launches summer reading with prizes, performances, and zero library-card pressure.
Good morning. It's Friday, May 29. Eugene is entering that sweet spot where calendars fill up fast and nobody complains. Whether you are chasing a fresh pour, a free event, or a low-key night out, the next few days are stacked. Alright, here's today's edition of your Eugene Lowdown:
Beer Week Runs Friday Through June 7
Clear your calendar and your glass: Eugene Beer Week lands at PublicHouse on A Street starting Friday at 11:30 a.m., with events and pours through Sunday, June 7. Expect the debut of No Parking IPA and Pink Parade cider, plus food from five vendors and nightly entertainment. Most events are all ages and free.
Level Up Your Summer, Bookworms
Your summer side quest is here: Springfield Public Library and History Museum kicks off the 2026 Summer Reading Program, themed "Level Up at Your Library," on Monday, June 9. Expect free programs, performances, and prizes for all ages-no library card required. Mark Friday, June 13 for the Second Friday Art Walk kickoff, plus the After-Hours Teen Kickoff Party Saturday, June 27.
Traditional Folk
Tristan Clarridge with Simon Chrisman
Bring your best ears: a fiddle wizard and dulcimer alchemist are joining forces, turning wood and strings into grooves, goosebumps, and at least a few jaw-dropping musical plot twists.Maple Landing | 7 PM | 246 Ivanhoe Ave, Eugene
Friday
Cycling
Active
Eugene Critical Mass Bike Ride
Pedal with a pack of joyful bike nerds, roll at a chill pace, then swap clips for dance moves as DJs, fire spinners, and good vibes turn the finish into a full-on street party.Ken Kesey Square | 6:30 PM | 10 E Broadway, Eugene
Friday
Salsa Dance
Latin Night
Buenas Vibras Havana Nights
Warm up those hips for a Cuban salsa lesson, then glide into a friendly social where missed steps count as extra style points and the hardest move of the night is choosing your next snack or drink.Havana Cafe | 8:30 PM | 225 W Broadway, Eugene
Friday
Live Music
Ryan Stevenson in Concert
Skip scrolling playlists and hear the hits live instead as Ryan Stevenson brings hooky choruses, heartfelt lyrics, and plenty of sing-along moments to an intimate, high-energy worship concert.Northwood Christian Church | 6 PM | 2425 V St, Springfield
Friday
Clothing Swap
Plus Size & Gender Diverse Clothing Swap
Clean out that closet, bring the looks that no longer spark joy, and walk away with outfits so fresh your laundry basket might actually get a day off.MECCA | 12 PM | 555 High St, Eugene
Friday
Community Educ.
Drop-In Tech Help
Bring that stubborn phone, laptop, or tablet and finally make it behave, with friendly humans who actually enjoy answering tech questions.Springfield Public Library | 10:30 AM | 225 5th St, Springfield
Friday
Jazz
Mhondoro
Let intricate horn lines, earthy grooves, and shimmering keys carry you from downtown Eugene straight to a sizzling Zimbabwean-jazz universe, all without needing a passport or a plane ticket.The Jazz Station | 7:30 PM | 124 W Broadway, Eugene
Friday
Dance Party
Enchanted Summer Evening
Slip into your favorite outfit and let the DJ handle the soundtrack while you master the arts of people-watching, casual dancing, and pretending every cocktail was absolutely intentional.The 1410 | 6:30 PM | 1410 River Rd, Eugene
Friday
Family & Kids
Festivals
Eugene Scottish Festival
Bagpipes wail, cabers fly, dogs strut their tartan best, and brave souls tackle haggis while live bands and dancers keep the party going all day long. Even without a kilt, you will fit right in.Irving Grange | 9 AM | 1011 Irvington Dr, Eugene
Saturday
Yard Sale
Annual Art House Yard Sale
Dig through a cinematic mountain of stuff, from 35mm trailers to Fiestaware and vinyl. You might arrive with one tote bag and leave wondering if your car counts as carry on.Art House | 12 PM | 492 E 13th Ave, Eugene
Saturday
Classic Rock
Not Done Yet
Dust off your air guitar and warm up those vocal cords for a classic rock rewind powered by Not Done Yet and their crate of timeless hits.The Embers | 8 PM | 1811 OR-99 N, Eugene
Saturday
Rock
Tigers of Youth
Swap the usual Saturday routine for guitars, grooves, and good vibes as Oregon musicians turn a mellow evening into a toe-tapping, all-ages mini festival of hooks, horns, and high-energy jams.Oakshire Commons | 6 PM | 416 Main St, Springfield
Saturday
Comedy Show
Comedy Night!
Warm up your laugh muscles as local comics test their best punchlines while you test how many fries one person can reasonably eat. Zero cover, maximum giggles, and just enough chaos to keep it interesting.Bangers & Brews Eugene | 7 PM | 2506 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Saturday
Karaoke
Karaoke at the Club
Warm up those vocal cords, pick your favorite 80s-to-2000s anthem, and grab some candy or an energy drink before belting it out in front of a supportive crowd and a very patient DJ Perceived Reality.Jesco Club | 9 PM | 340 Blair Blvd, Eugene
Saturday
Causes & Charity
Shred Fest 2026
Turn that intimidating pile of paperwork into a satisfying sea of confetti. Roll through, shred your cluttered past, and feel like a productivity hero while helping fill local food pantry shelves.OCCU Corporate Office | 9 AM | 2880 Chad Dr, Eugene
Saturday
Jewelry Making
Beginner Jewelry Workshop
Spark some creativity stringing beads, bending wire, and turning a table full of supplies into shiny, wearable art. Leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and at least one conversation-starting accessory.Radiant Community Arts | 1 PM | 110 E 11th Ave Ste C, Eugene
Saturday
Karaoke
Spanish Karaoke Contest
Hit those high notes in Spanish, or miss them gloriously, at this laid-back karaoke contest where enthusiasm matters more than perfect pitch and the crowd is always ready to applaud.The Barn Light Bar | 6 PM | 924 Willamette St, Eugene
Sunday
Performing Arts
Open Mic
Got a song half-finished or a joke you have only tried on your cat? This Sunday session lets you test it on real humans while everyone enjoys craft brews, snacks, and zero pressure.Gratitude Brewing | 3 PM | 540 E 8th Ave, Eugene
Sunday
Outdoors
Wellness
Tidal Waves: Eugene Community Ecstatic Dance and Movement
Leave your two left feet at home and bring the rest of you to the riverbank, where DJs, bubbles, balls, and barefoot grooves turn Sunday morning into a playful workout for body, heart, and spirit.River Banks | 11:15 AM | 118 Merry Ln, Eugene
Sunday
Flea Market
Vinyl Records
Top Score Record & Vintage Toy Show
Dig for rare records, hunt for childhood toys, and conquer arcade cabinets, all while DJs keep the soundtrack spinning. Warning: you may go home with more nostalgia than you budgeted for.Level Up Arcade | 12 PM | 1290 Oak St, Eugene
Sunday
Cycling
Beer Tasting
Eugene Beer Week Sunday Bike Crawl
Grab your helmet, oil your chain, and prepare for the rare workout where every rest stop involves beer. Cruise the river path, collect pub stamps, and pretend the extra pints are just carb loading.ColdFire Public House | 1 PM | 260 Ferry St, Eugene
Sunday
Indigenous Hist
Nature Hike
Kalapuya Ways Hike and Talk
Step away from screens and into the forest for an afternoon of stories, plant lore, and traditional tools that once shaped this valley long before trail apps and selfie sticks ever existed.Hendricks Park | 1 PM | 2200 Summit Ave, Eugene
Sunday
Comedy Show
Open Mic Comedy
Bring your best jokes, your worst puns, and a brave friend to film the set you will definitely pretend was "just practice" later.Slice Pizzeria and Bar | 8 PM | 325 Blair Blvd, Eugene
Monday
Retro Art
Shedd Wedding Gallery: Celebrating the Ceremonies of the Past 100 Years
Wander through a gallery where bouquets never wilt, outfits stay perfectly pressed, and 100 years of happily-ever-afters pose for their close-up in one charming historic space.The John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts | 9 AM | 868 High St, Eugene
Monday
Trivia Night
Monday Night Trivia
Brainpower beats horsepower here as teams battle through quirky questions, surprise stumpers, and victory dances, all while snacks and drinks keep the ideas flowing and the scoreboard interesting.PLAY Eugene | 7 PM | 232 W 5th Ave, Eugene
Monday
Live Music
Performing Arts
Open Mic
Tune that guitar, clear your throat, and prepare for questionable song choices, surprise harmonies, and at least one epic key change nobody asked for. The vibe is casual, the crowd is kind, and the mic is waiting.Happy Hours | 8 PM | 645 River Rd, Eugene
Monday
Jazz
Performing Arts
Jazz Combos
Bring your best finger snaps and toe taps as student jazz combos turn months of practice into solos, grooves, and surprises that sound nothing like homework and everything like a great night out.Lane Community College | 7:30 PM | 4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene
Monday
Classical
Performing Arts
Scriabin Piano Sonatas
Let Scriabin's sonatas bend your ears and your sense of space as performers in two cities share one imaginative piano experience thanks to some very clever Disklavier wizardry.Frohnmayer Music Building | 6 PM | 961 E 18th Ave, Eugene
Monday
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