Free things to do around Eugene, Springfield, and nearby Lane County.
June 21 through September 13
A lot of Eugene runs on free: First Friday ArtWalk, the Saturday Market in the Park Blocks, library and museum programs, and outdoor concerts where parking is the only cost.
This page pulls the no-cost options from across Eugene and Springfield and keeps each one linked to its source. We mark an event free only when its own listing says so, never as a guess, so you are not surprised at the door.
For over a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local growers and producers with community members who value local, fresh food. Starting this June, we are thrilled to be serving more of Lane County than ever before with a fresh, new market in Springfield. We…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Join admission representatives to learn more about theone-year Master of Science in Management (MSM) program. This program is open to students from all undergraduate majors, and specifically designed for non-business majors. This session offers a unique opportunity to learn…
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
At select Tuesday markets, come Skate & Shop at the Tuesday Market with Eugene Roller Village! Skating is free and open to the public. Grab your gear from home, or rent a pair of Riedell skates for $10. Stop by and shop local every Tuesday (May – October) from 9:00AM – 2:00PM 💚…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 member farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
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Help us kick off the 2026 festival in Eugene with music, merriment, treats, plus free OBF swag and Euphoria Chocolate! Festivities start at 6:30 pm.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
Join us at the Willamalane Children’s Celebration for our family-friendly Instrument Petting Zoo, a hands-on opportunity to try a variety of orchestral instruments!
Source: Eugene Symphony
For over a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local growers and producers with community members who value local, fresh food. Starting this June, we are thrilled to be serving more of Lane County than ever before with a fresh, new market in Springfield. We…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
A free, pre-concert talk with OBF guest artists. Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
Enjoy a free, drop-in park program that brings the community together through games, arts, crafts and special events in a safe, welcoming space.
Source: City Of Eugene
At select Tuesday markets, come Skate & Shop at the Tuesday Market with Eugene Roller Village! Skating is free and open to the public. Grab your gear from home, or rent a pair of Riedell skates for $10. Stop by and shop local every Tuesday (May – October) from 9:00AM – 2:00PM 💚…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
“What is a Chickasaw Classical Composer?” Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate is a dedicated American Indian classical composer and pianist who expresses his native culture in symphonic music, ballet, and opera. His compositions have been commissioned by major North American orchestras…
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
JUST ADDED! Join the Grammy Award-winning Los Angeles Children’s Chorus in concert with the Strangeland Family Youth Choral Academy. FREE and open to the public!
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
Discover how women athletes are turning their competitive edge into careers in sports product, innovation, and entrepreneurship. You spent years inside sport — you know what gear fails at mile 20, what products were never designed for your body, and what gaps every teammate…
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
A free, pre-concert talk with OBF guest artists. Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
Join us for a family-friendly Instrument Petting Zoo at Harry Holt Memorial Park in Creswell! This event is presented in partnership with the Creswell Library.
Source: Eugene Symphony
Free solo performances from members of the festival’s flagship education program. Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
A free, pre-concert chat and lecture with OBF guest artists. Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
The Museum of Natural and Cultural History offers free admission on the first Friday of the month. Investigate Oregon's amazing fossils and ecosystems, and delve into its cultural history—from the First Americans at Paisley Caves to the dynamic cultures of today's Tribes.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
A free concert from members of the elite Berwick Academy for Historically Informed Performance. Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
Have something that needs mending, fixing, or repairing? Bring it to the market on select dates and get your stuff fixed up! Fix-It Booths are free public events where attendees work with fixers to repair everyday household items for free. Unlike larger Fix-It Fairs, the Booth…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 member farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
For over a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local growers and producers with community members who value local, fresh food. Starting this June, we are thrilled to be serving more of Lane County than ever before with a fresh, new market in Springfield. We…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
A free, pre-concert chat and lecture with OBF guest artists. Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
Enjoy a free, drop-in park program that brings the community together through games, arts, crafts and special events in a safe, welcoming space.
Source: City Of Eugene
Our more laid-back mid-week market offers the perfect opportunity to stock up on your weekly groceries, to grab lunch with friends or family, and to connect with the people who are active in your local food systems. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity for…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
This summer, the Downtown Athletic Club is bringing Group X beyond the Club and into the community. Join us on select Tuesdays at the Farmers Market Pavilion for complimentary Group X classes led by experienced, personable, and fantastic DAC instructors. Enjoy energizing…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
A free, pre-concert talk with OBF guest artists. Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
Thinking about starting your career in the sports and outdoor industry this fall? This is your final opportunity to learn more about the University of Oregon Sports Product Management (SPM) master's program before the September 2026 cohort begins. Join us for a special virtual…
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
A free, pre-concert talk with OBF guest artists. Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
A free, pre-concert chat and lecture with OBF guest artists. Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
An afternoon of free music celebrating the 50th anniversary of the acclaimed Brombaugh organ. Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 member farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
A culminating performance from the highly skilled participants of the OBF Organ Institute. Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
For over a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local growers and producers with community members who value local, fresh food. Starting this June, we are thrilled to be serving more of Lane County than ever before with a fresh, new market in Springfield. We…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Enjoy free community events in Gilbert Park.
Source: City Of Eugene
A free, pre-concert chat and lecture with OBF guest artists. Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
Join our 30-minute webinar for insider tips on applying to the University of Oregon's Master of Science in Management (MSM) program before the final application deadline: July 24! Our admissions team will guide you through the application process, covering requirements,…
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
Enjoy a free, drop-in park program that brings the community together through games, arts, crafts and special events in a safe, welcoming space.
Source: City Of Eugene
Join our 45-minute webinar for insider tips on applying to the Oregon MBA before the final deadline on July 24! Our admissions team will guide you through the application process, covering requirements, statement of purpose, and recommendations. Discover how to showcase your…
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
At select Tuesday markets, come Skate & Shop at the Tuesday Market with Eugene Roller Village! Skating is free and open to the public. Grab your gear from home, or rent a pair of Riedell skates for $10. Stop by and shop local every Tuesday (May – October) from 9:00AM – 2:00PM 💚…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Join your friends and neighbors at the park for summer concerts!
Source: City Of Eugene
Join us for a family-friendly Instrument Petting Zoo at the Fern Ridge Library in Veneta, Oregon!
Source: Eugene Symphony
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 member farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
For over a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local growers and producers with community members who value local, fresh food. Starting this June, we are thrilled to be serving more of Lane County than ever before with a fresh, new market in Springfield. We…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Enjoy a free, drop-in park program that brings the community together through games, arts, crafts and special events in a safe, welcoming space.
Source: City Of Eugene
Have something that needs mending, fixing, or repairing? Bring it to the market on select dates and get your stuff fixed up! Fix-It Booths are free public events where attendees work with fixers to repair everyday household items for free. Unlike larger Fix-It Fairs, the Booth…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Our more laid-back mid-week market offers the perfect opportunity to stock up on your weekly groceries, to grab lunch with friends or family, and to connect with the people who are active in your local food systems. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity for…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
This summer, the Downtown Athletic Club is bringing Group X beyond the Club and into the community. Join us on select Tuesdays at the Farmers Market Pavilion for complimentary Group X classes led by experienced, personable, and fantastic DAC instructors. Enjoy energizing…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Join your friends and neighbors at the park for summer concerts!
Source: City Of Eugene
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 member farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
For over a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local growers and producers with community members who value local, fresh food. Starting this June, we are thrilled to be serving more of Lane County than ever before with a fresh, new market in Springfield. We…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Community members are invited to a series of four free events featuring live music, kid-centered activities, free live cooking demonstrations and games that celebrate local culture and agriculture.
Source: City Of Eugene
Enjoy a free, drop-in park program that brings the community together through games, arts, crafts and special events in a safe, welcoming space.
Source: City Of Eugene
At select Tuesday markets, come Skate & Shop at the Tuesday Market with Eugene Roller Village! Skating is free and open to the public. Grab your gear from home, or rent a pair of Riedell skates for $10. Stop by and shop local every Tuesday (May – October) from 9:00AM – 2:00PM 💚…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Join us for a virtual Oregon Executive MBA information session to learn more about the program, admissions process, and the impact an executive MBA can have on your career and leadership growth. During this interactive session, you will receive information about the Oregon…
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
Join your friends and neighbors at the park for summer concerts!
Source: City Of Eugene
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 member farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Have something that needs mending, fixing, or repairing? Bring it to the market on select dates and get your stuff fixed up! Fix-It Booths are free public events where attendees work with fixers to repair everyday household items for free. Unlike larger Fix-It Fairs, the Booth…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Free Shakespeare in the Park Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s magical romance “The Winter’s Tale.”
Source: City Of Eugene
For over a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local growers and producers with community members who value local, fresh food. Starting this June, we are thrilled to be serving more of Lane County than ever before with a fresh, new market in Springfield. We…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Community members are invited to a series of four free events featuring live music, kid-centered activities, free live cooking demonstrations and games that celebrate local culture and agriculture.
Source: City Of Eugene
Free Shakespeare in the Park Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s magical romance “The Winter’s Tale.”
Source: City Of Eugene
Enjoy a free, drop-in park program that brings the community together through games, arts, crafts and special events in a safe, welcoming space.
Source: City Of Eugene
Our more laid-back mid-week market offers the perfect opportunity to stock up on your weekly groceries, to grab lunch with friends or family, and to connect with the people who are active in your local food systems. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity for…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Join your friends and neighbors at the park for summer concerts!
Source: City Of Eugene
The Museum of Natural and Cultural History offers free admission on the first Friday of the month. Investigate Oregon's amazing fossils and ecosystems, and delve into its cultural history—from the First Americans at Paisley Caves to the dynamic cultures of today's Tribes.
Source: University Of Oregon Calendar
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 member farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Free Shakespeare in the Park Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s magical romance “The Winter’s Tale.”
Source: City Of Eugene
For over a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local growers and producers with community members who value local, fresh food. Starting this June, we are thrilled to be serving more of Lane County than ever before with a fresh, new market in Springfield. We…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Enjoy free community events in Gilbert Park.
Source: City Of Eugene
Free Shakespeare in the Park Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s magical romance “The Winter’s Tale.”
Source: City Of Eugene
Enjoy a free, drop-in park program that brings the community together through games, arts, crafts and special events in a safe, welcoming space.
Source: City Of Eugene
At select Tuesday markets, come Skate & Shop at the Tuesday Market with Eugene Roller Village! Skating is free and open to the public. Grab your gear from home, or rent a pair of Riedell skates for $10. Stop by and shop local every Tuesday (May – October) from 9:00AM – 2:00PM 💚…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Join your friends and neighbors at the park for summer concerts!
Source: City Of Eugene
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 member farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Free Shakespeare in the Park Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s magical romance “The Winter’s Tale.”
Source: City Of Eugene
For over a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local growers and producers with community members who value local, fresh food. Starting this June, we are thrilled to be serving more of Lane County than ever before with a fresh, new market in Springfield. We…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Free Shakespeare in the Park Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s magical romance “The Winter’s Tale.”
Source: City Of Eugene
Enjoy a free, drop-in park program that brings the community together through games, arts, crafts and special events in a safe, welcoming space.
Source: City Of Eugene
Our more laid-back mid-week market offers the perfect opportunity to stock up on your weekly groceries, to grab lunch with friends or family, and to connect with the people who are active in your local food systems. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity for…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Have something that needs mending, fixing, or repairing? Bring it to the market on select dates and get your stuff fixed up! Fix-It Booths are free public events where attendees work with fixers to repair everyday household items for free. Unlike larger Fix-It Fairs, the Booth…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
This summer, the Downtown Athletic Club is bringing Group X beyond the Club and into the community. Join us on select Tuesdays at the Farmers Market Pavilion for complimentary Group X classes led by experienced, personable, and fantastic DAC instructors. Enjoy energizing…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Join your friends and neighbors at the park for summer concerts!
Source: City Of Eugene
Join us for a family-friendly Instrument Petting Zoo at the Sheldon Branch of Eugene Public Library!
Source: Eugene Symphony
Join us for two family-friendly Instrument Petting Zoos at the Downtown Eugene Public Library!
Source: Eugene Symphony
The Oregon Aloha Festival is a free, family-friendly cultural celebration highlighting the traditions, music, dance, food and artistry of the Pacific Islands.
Source: City Of Eugene
Enjoy a special evening of free live music performed by members of the Eugene Symphony in Oakway Center’s beautiful Heritage Courtyard. Plus, arrive early for a family-friendly Instrument Petting Zoo!
Source: Eugene Symphony
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 member farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Community members of all ages are invited to the Willamette River Festival, featuring a series of free activities and events celebrating the history, culture, recreation, ecology and stewardship of the upper Willamette River watershed.
Source: City Of Eugene
Free Shakespeare in the Park Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s magical romance “The Winter’s Tale.”
Source: City Of Eugene
For over a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local growers and producers with community members who value local, fresh food. Starting this June, we are thrilled to be serving more of Lane County than ever before with a fresh, new market in Springfield. We…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Free Shakespeare in the Park Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s magical romance “The Winter’s Tale.”
Source: City Of Eugene
At select Tuesday markets, come Skate & Shop at the Tuesday Market with Eugene Roller Village! Skating is free and open to the public. Grab your gear from home, or rent a pair of Riedell skates for $10. Stop by and shop local every Tuesday (May – October) from 9:00AM – 2:00PM 💚…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 member farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
For over a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local growers and producers with community members who value local, fresh food. Starting this June, we are thrilled to be serving more of Lane County than ever before with a fresh, new market in Springfield. We…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Our more laid-back mid-week market offers the perfect opportunity to stock up on your weekly groceries, to grab lunch with friends or family, and to connect with the people who are active in your local food systems. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity for…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
This summer, the Downtown Athletic Club is bringing Group X beyond the Club and into the community. Join us on select Tuesdays at the Farmers Market Pavilion for complimentary Group X classes led by experienced, personable, and fantastic DAC instructors. Enjoy energizing…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 member farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Have something that needs mending, fixing, or repairing? Bring it to the market on select dates and get your stuff fixed up! Fix-It Booths are free public events where attendees work with fixers to repair everyday household items for free. Unlike larger Fix-It Fairs, the Booth…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
For over a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local growers and producers with community members who value local, fresh food. Starting this June, we are thrilled to be serving more of Lane County than ever before with a fresh, new market in Springfield. We…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Our more laid-back mid-week market offers the perfect opportunity to stock up on your weekly groceries, to grab lunch with friends or family, and to connect with the people who are active in your local food systems. We welcome EBT/SNAP users, and provide them the opportunity for…
Source: Lane County Farmers Market
Enjoy free community events in Gilbert Park.
Source: City Of Eugene
Get a weekly heads-up on useful local plans, including free and low-cost options.
Free options usually include the Saturday Market, First Friday ArtWalk, library and museum programs, many park and outdoor events, and a rotating set of community gatherings.
Each event here is marked free only when its own listing states that admission is free, so it is not a guess; tap through to the source to confirm extras like parking or materials.
Free family picks like library storytimes, park programs, and markets show up here and on the family page; combine the two to plan a no-cost weekend.