Enjoy trailer rides through the orchards. Watch fire dancing, circus arts, mesmerizing glow stick dancers, and more along the way. This event is sold out.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA) - Harold and Arlene Schnitzer Gallery · Eugene
For nearly a century, the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art has provided students, faculty, and the broader community opportunities to connect with works of art across time periods and cultures. Initially founded in 1933 as an Asian art museum with the generous donation of Gertrude Bass Warner’s collection of over 3,700 works of art, the museum’s collecting interests have since broadened to artworks from around the world that provide even more opportunities for cross-cultural and curricular connections. JSMA began collecting American and regional art in the 1960s, and now stewards work by artists from the United States, Mesoamerica, contemporary Mexico, Cuba, Puerto Rico, and other areas of the Caribbean and across the Americas. With our recent acquisitions, the museum aims to reflect the voices and experiences of diverse audiences and the new and evolving ideas, insights, and conversations presented by artists in work that both shapes and responds to culture. Collecting America: Recent Acquisitions presents a selection of artworks from the museum’s permanent collection that demonstrate our commitment to understandings of American art informed by perspectives from local, national, and internationally recognized artists. Through various materials and practices, the featured artists demonstrate the great diversity of art made in or in response to the United States of America. These works invite viewers to participate in conversations on identity, place, politics, and other issues facing our world today. This exhibition is organized by JSMA executive director Olivia Miller and curators Katie Loney, Danielle Knapp, and Thom Sempere, with graduate student interns Aidyn Dervaes (MA candidate, History of Art and Architecture), Parisa Garazhian (MFA candidate, Studio Art), and Lorna Isaacson (MA candidate, History of Art and Architecture).
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA) - Wan Koo and Young Ja Huh Wing and Jin Joo Gallery of Korean Art · Eugene
Navigating Through Centuries surveys the complex trajectory of art in Korea, which was significantly impacted by socio-political upheaval and cultural developments from the fifth century to the present. The exhibition is comprised of six chronological thematic sections — from the power and religion of the Three Kingdoms period (57 BCE–668 CE), to the refined aristocratic ideals of the Goryeo (918–1392) and Confucian governance of the Joseon (1392–1910) dynasties, through vestiges of tradition after the Korean War (1950–1953), experimental practices during the modern era, and globalization of contemporary art. Each section examines how aesthetic practices respond to the evolving philosophies, ideologies, critical events, and issues of a specific historical period. The exhibition begins with materials from the Three Kingdoms period in which are embedded political/religious authority and communal rituals, laying the foundation for Korean cultural memory. The Goryeo dynasty section highlights the refined aesthetics and Buddhist motifs that reflect aristocratic ideals and literati culture, while also indicating Korea’s participation in East Asian cultural exchange. The Joseon section showcases art that embodies the Confucian literati values that fundamentally shaped the moral order, governance, and cultural life of the period. The modern and contemporary sections focus on twentieth-century art, which has continually questioned, responded to, and been shaped by the last tumultuous century of Korean history. The first postwar section features art that portrays the remnants of indigenous culture in the aftermath of the Korean War. The next section presents experimental works by artists who challenged the canon of art by blurring boundaries of cultures, genres, and mediums. The final section showcases global contemporary art by diasporic creators, many of whom have played central roles in integrating Korean art into the international mainstream. Navigating Through Centuries narrates the conflicted yet intertwined relationships between art and culture, individuals and communities, and socio-politics and history, inviting audiences to consider the broad history of Korea through the lens of art. The exhibition was curated by Soojin Jeong, 2023–2026 Post-Graduate Curatorial Fellow in East Asian Art, as well as Heejung Chang, 2025–2026 JSMA/Korea Foundation Global Challengers Museum Intern.
From 1876 to 2026, the University of Oregon (UO) has built a legacy of creativity, innovation, and connectivity. Explore 150 years of UO history, innovation, and impact in this interactive exhibition celebrating UO’s past, present, and future. Discover groundbreaking research, inventions, wildfire prevention, and the spirit that drives UO.
Feel that shift in the air? It’s not just fall — it’s Walktober 2026! Lane County’s favorite walking celebration is back for its 4th year, with free, fun, and themed walks happening all October. You can join tree walks, birdwatching tours, historic cemetery walks, urban art strolls, a group thrift walk, the ever-popular Coffee Shop Hop, and the challenge — yes, there are prizes! Walks are being added every week, and there’s something for every age and pace. Grab a friend, lace up, and explore your community on foot. Full schedule including events at UO and details at wewalklane.org
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) - Adell McMillan Gallery · Eugene
Celebrate the murals of Eugene with this exhibit featuring the City of Eugene's 20x21EUG Mural Project and Urban Canvas murals. The purpose of the exhibit is to create opportunities for UO students to learn about and engage with the city of Eugene and the greater Eugene community. https://www.eugene-or.gov/4636/Murals The Ducks in Downtown section will of the display will be photos from you, out in town seeing the wonderful art. Send in a photo with a Eugene mural to be a part of the exhibit and a chance to win a prize pack! Email a selfie of you with a Eugene mural to mcmillangallery@uoregon.edu. The submissions will be accepted starting September 15. Prizes drawing will be Friday of week 5 and week 10. To have your picture displayed in the gallery exhibit, you must sign a model release form. more information on our instagram https://www.instagram.com/uomcmillangallery/ or email us. Only photos on display at the date of the drawing will be entered into the raffle. All are welcome to submit photos for the gallery, but only UO students are eligible to be entered into the raffle. Reception October 13 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. free refreshments, open to all Calendar entry image of mural by AIKO (Japan/USA) Reflection
Bloodworks Eugene · 2211 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97405
Eugene residents who book a blood donation through Goodlabs can also receive a free, clinical-grade wellness panel. One appointment, one donation, no cost, no insurance required. Donors help the local blood supply and get real preventive health data back in return.
In Eugene - address given afer you register · S. Hilyard Street
Wild Visionary Women - a whole day of Art for Healing, Rituals, Women's Sharing in Community. labyrinth walking, Re-set your energy and feel the wild women within. One day at a lovely sanctuary space in SE Eugene. Go to website to the details and more info. kayasinger.com/artandsoul/
It's time for Apple Daze! Each weekend from late September through October, have a blast at Detering Orchards, where all your favorite fall activities are: U-pick pumpkins, wagon rides, cow train rides, a corn maze, tractor rides, apple blaster and corn cannon, and mechanical bull rides.
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon.
The Lane County Farmers Market is Eugene’s largest farmers market, providing locally grown foods from over 100 farmers and food artisans. The market is year-round, and all items are grown or produced in Oregon. All markets are open from 9:00AM to 2:00PM. They welcome EBT/SNAP users and provide them the opportunity for a $20 Double Up Food Buck match at all markets to be used on fresh produce. See the LCFM Information Booth for more details.
Silver Falls State Park: North Canyon Day Use Area · Sublimity
Grab a friend and stroll through scenic Silver Falls State Park with Adventures Without Limits! This park has meandering paths through dense Douglas Fir forest and offers stunning waterfall views. The trip is open to the public, inclusive, and accessible to people of all abilities. We specialize in creating a welcome space for diverse sets of needs. Transportation is available from Forest Grove and the Beaverton Transit Center.
Prison Yoga Project presents an immersive trauma-informed yoga facilitation training for yoga teachers, helping professionals, community leaders, advocates, and others interested in creating accessible, choice-centered, and healing-centered spaces. Participants will explore embodied mindfulness, nervous system regulation, accessible movement, participant choice and agency, restorative justice, and practical trauma-informed facilitation.
America's history is the story of all of us. As the United States commemorates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Inde pendence, we explore how museum collections help preserve the diverse histories of this place. Featuring rarely seen items, America at 250 invites you to reflect on where we have been, who we are, and what America might yet become. Picture is a drinking glass with basket cover, made by Emma Adams \(Tillamook/Clatsop\), 1890s.
The Saturday Market is a weekly celebration of local arts and food. Over 250 artisans sell handcrafted goods, amazing international cuisine and live...
Experience the dynamic forces that shape Oregon’s landscapes, climate, and ecosystems. Meet giant salmon, Ice Age sloths, and other amazing animals from across the millennia. Through interactive displays and rare specimens, you’ll go deep into Oregon’s past and join a conversation about our collective future. Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount.
Join us for a weekly farm adventure designed for families with kids of all ages and 1-2 adult caregivers! Farmily Fun Group meets every Saturday morning from 10–11:30 a.m. with the option to stay until noon for more connection and slower transitions. NEW! - Choose the Saturday that works for your family with our new daily drop in option! $21 per family per class. **Sample class flow:** 9:50-10:10: Arrival, check-in & time to meet needs 10:10-10:20: Casual circle up & connection time 10:20-11:00: Farm Adventure (feeding animals, harvesting food) OR Farm Activity (preparing foods, occasional art or nature crafts) 11:00-11:30: Adventure or activity extension (depending on group interest) - Connection time - Child-led play - Snack time 11:30-Noon: Optional extension for transition & families to connect; Instructors will be cleaning up **Farm adventure & activity examples:** All seasons: Harvest & forage plants, Feed farm animals, Transplanting, Worm & soil touch exploration, Strip dried herbs for teas, Conservation projects, Natural crafts, Painting, Nature journaling Spring: Chaos gardening, lots of seed starts, planting & native bee houses, Smash dyeing flowers Summer: Shady exploration in bamboo forest & seasonal slough, Berry picking & eating, Make cool treats like smoothies or popsicles, Gardening & plant care Fall: Fruit & veggie harvest, Seed collection, Dehydrate fruits, Press cider
Figure art sessions at the **Lane Community College Main Campus** every Saturday, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, Parking Lot M, Building 10, Room 220. The sessions feature short and long poses, working from a nude model. Drop-in cost is $8, or $60 pre-paid for 10 sessions. This is an opportunity for artists who draw or paint to practice their figure art craft. There is no instruction, but artists can freely discuss and support each other in their development.
Come. Sit. Stay. Fetch the whole family for a dog-gone good getaway to Florence, Oregon, October 16–18, 2026! The inaugural Coastal Canine Classic is bounding into Oregon’s Coastal Playground for three tail-wagging days of dogs, laughter, friendly competition, shopping, entertainment, and family fun.
***Olga Volchkova: Forest Communities*** **October 14 – November 28, 2026** Artist Reception with Olga Volchkova: Friday, October 16th, 5:30-7:30 p.m. *Remarks by the artist at 6 p.m.* First Friday ArtWalk: November 6th, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Gallery Hours: Wednesday-Friday 12:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Karin Clarke Gallery is pleased to present *Forest Communities*, a large exhibition of new paintings by beloved Eugene artist and nature advocate, **Olga Volchkova**. With her training in Eastern Orthodox iconography and traditional icon painting, Volchkova celebrates the communities of native plants and animals found in the Pacific Northwest and calls attention to the interconnections between flora, fauna and humankind. This selection, thrilling for art- and nature-enthusiasts alike, features eighteen new works and is notable for its variety of approaches to its subject matter. The pieces in this series vary in size and include, for the first time, a taller vertical format. Prints of the artist’s new and previous work are also available. Volchkova has for many years been renewing the highly codified genre of Russian Orthodox icon painting, in effect subverting and reappropriating its iconography to canonize plants and nature’s living creatures, while remaining mostly true to the style and techniques of this religious artform, which she studied formally. The passion for plants and botany that inspires her work is rooted in her experience of rural life, her own gardening, and in the precise observation of the bounties of nature while hiking in Oregon. Volchkova isn’t just moved by the beauty of plants, but also fascinated by their uses and properties, their benefits and dangers, how we relate to them, and the mythologies we weave around them – in short, by the ways in which plants belong to a cultural as well as a natural ecosystem. Volchkova also documents how plants interact with other life forms (fungi, lichens, insects, fish, birds, mammals…) and seeks to represent the symbiotic relationships between living organisms, highlighting their interdependence. A tireless artist for whom a twelve-hour painting day is not unusual, Volchkova never paints the same thing twice. Continuing to honor endangered natural habitats, she has now turned her attention to the ocean in pieces such as *Saint Kelp Forest* and *Miracle of the Ocean Community*. “Others write stories, but instead I paint paintings,” she says. Each of her pieces comes with its own story, and each is a visual narrative that combines erudition and humor. Often, they include visual metaphors, puns, and other clues about the creatures and plants depicted, as well as human tropes or customs associated with them, showcasing how the natural and cultural realms are interconnected. The anthropomorphic use of human figures to represent plants (*Saint* series), and the presence of animals standing in for humans (*The Spirit of the Redwoods*) or plants (*Saint Dogwood*), further blur the boundaries between the human and non-human realms. Volchkova’s compositions themselves constitute microcosms in which the living organisms she has assembled appear to live in harmony. Architectural and natural settings follow the pictorial language of the icon genre, providing both general structure and visual ordering around central figures. The use of borders further contributes to a sense of perennity. Every detail has been thoroughly researched and meticulously executed, rewarding close attention. Her vibrant colors are the result of much delicate layering, and retaining balance and harmony is crucial at each stage of the painting. Volchkova’s *Saint* pieces in effect function as visual speech acts, performative utterances that enact rather than describe, whereby she says: “I’m canonizing plants,” and does. This is something, she notes, no one had dared before, and which she has now expanded to, “I am canonizing all the living creatures of nature.” As with traditional images of saints, this expansion of the concept of sainthood and personification of other life forms is meant to rekindle our sense of awe and wonder, but here it is our spiritual bond with the natural world that is at stake. It is also a reminder, at once playful and earnest, that our entire living environment needs, more than ever, to be respected and protected. Volchkova grew up in Tver, in the former Soviet Union. She studied chemistry and art, and was trained in art restoration as well as icon painting. Her work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, most recently at the Museum of Russian Art, Minneapolis, Minnesota. *Sylvie Pederson* Pictured artwork: Olga Volchkova - *Oak Savanna Treenity*, 2025, Wood & acrylic, 24" x 20"
Delve into Oregon’s story, from the archaeology of the First Americans to the dynamic cultures of today’s Tribes. Combining interactive displays with world-class anthropological collections, Oregon—Where Past is Present shares 14,000 years of Oregon stories, and invites you to tell your own. Explore the galleries, try your hand at ancient weaving styles, test your skills as an archaeologist, and much more Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount.
The new exhibit draws from the gallery’s collection of artworks by Japanese, Chinese, and Northwest artists, including Toyohara Kunichika (1835-1900), Tanaka Ryohei (1933-2019), Hamanishi Katsunori (b. 1949), Han Likun (b. 1938), Wu Jide (b. 1942), Frank Okada (1931-2000), and Morris Graves (1910-2001). The pieces demonstrate the mastery of these artists in mediums such as etching, mezzotint, oil painting, woodblock printmaking, and watercolor. We hope you will join us in appreciating these works by artists celebrated across centuries and borders!
The South Valley Farmers Market is an open air market featuring sustainable and organic foods, family farms, hand-crafted products and live music each week. Purchase produce from Cottage Grove-area farmers, support local businesses and put some variety in your meals.
Stride Sisters is a women's run club who meet weekly on Saturday mornings at Dorris Ranch in Springfield. This group is about emphasizing the importance of mental and physical health while promoting community and belonging through movement. All paces are welcome.
Photography at Oregon presents Teresa Meier’s fantasy-filled photographic exploration, Wondertales, this October at Dot Dotson’s Gallery in Eugene. The exhibit will be up for viewing the entire month. Exhibit Dates: Oct. 2nd through Oct. 27th, 2026 Opening Reception, with the artist present: Third Friday, October 16th from 5-6 p.m. Artist’s Talk at the Emerald Art Center in Springfield Sunday, October 18th at 2:30 p.m. \(entrance on 5th St.\). Dot Dotson’s Gallery, 1668 Willamette St, Eugene OR, 97401. Hours: Mon-Fri. 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m, Sat 10 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. About the Exhibit “In this series of autobiographical self-portraits, viewers are invited on a fairytale-like journey that explores the internal landscape of the mind through the lens of the surreal. Identity is explored via the interwoven complexities of past and present and, specifically, how the past shapes and dictates our perception of our present self and relationships. Viewers are enveloped by large-format works that often leave them suspended in moments of rising tension; the fantastical subject matter and use of vibrant, luscious colors result in eye-catching and wonder-filled imagery. The use of collage and hand-assembled props allows me to construct my own world and find my own narrative, while the use of photography tethers the story to this world and place in time. It is a cathartic series that investigates the wonder of myth, the beauty of nature, the curiosity of humanity, and above all, strives for hope.”
Have you heard the buzz? Bees are powerful pollinators essential to a healthy ecosystem. Come discover the vast variety of Oregon’s bees and learn about bee behavior with up-close photographs and hands-on activities. Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount.
Come & join Fawna Crane in a Yogic Journey for a Hatha based class, all levels are welcome. We will explore what our bodies can do & pay attention to our breath while we move & stabilize our bodies in each asana. We will inquire within & develop a strong sense of what Yoga offers. Saturdays at 10:00 AM Sliding Scale $10-20
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA) - Fay Boyer Preble and Virginia Cooke Murphy Wing · Eugene
This thematic exhibition incorporates student research from History of Art and Architecture Professor Akiko Walley’s spring 2026 Japanese print course that focused on “the dramatic,” including dynamic prints of Kabuki theaters and actors, changing expressions of human bodies, and dramatizations of historical events and legends. Featuring recent gifts by Lee and Mary Jean Michels and Irwin Lavenberg, the undergraduate and graduate students in the course examined woodblock prints of the 18th-20th centuries that showcased action and powerful emotion with compelling graphic design. The exhibition is complemented by a selection of Japanese modern and contemporary prints, paintings, textiles, decorative arts, addressing the theme of “drama,” and includes a number of recent acquisitions. This exhibition was coorganized by chief curator Anne Rose Kitagawa.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA) - Coeta and Donald Barker Changing Exhibitions Gallery · Eugene
Jeffrey Gibson: They Teach Love presents a survey of 20 artworks by Jeffrey Gibson (American, b. 1972), one of today’s foremost contemporary artists, curated exclusively from the collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and his family foundation. Gibson, who is of Mississippi Choctaw and Cherokee heritage, combines aspects of Indigenous art and culture with modernist traditions, navigating and disrupting the expectations placed upon Native artists working within the contemporary art world. By uniting sculpture, paintings, prints, and video with elk hides, tipi poles, wool blankets, beadwork, and fringe, Gibson celebrates the artistry of Indigenous cultures. He adorns and converts utilitarian items (including punching bags, flags, banners, and illuminated signs) to art objects that vibrate with spiritual power, carrying his belief that objects, and people alike, have the potential for radical transformation. The exhibition’s centerpiece is an expansive and immersive work titled To Name An Other (2019) comprised of 51 screen printed elk hide drums and 50 wearable garments. Originally commissioned as a performance by the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, To Name An Other marks a turning point in the artist’s career whereby Gibson has increasingly sought out collective-based projects and performances to activate the communities within which he works. Collaboration is at the heart of his recent social practice. Working and learning together may aid in decolonizing minds and institutions, revealing a future we wish to inhabit. In 2024, Gibson was selected as the first Indigenous artist to represent the US Pavilion with a solo presentation at the Venice Biennale, further demonstrating how his vibrant and powerful voice continues to broaden the view of American art history, contemporary times, and our future. Jeffrey Gibson: They Teach Love – From the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation was curated by Ryan Hardesty, Executive Director and Curator of Exhibitions and Collections, Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, Washington State University, for its originating institution in 2023. Its presentation for the UO’s Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art was organized by Danielle Knapp, McCosh Curator.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA) - Fay Boyer Preble and Virginia Cooke Murphy Wing · Eugene
The exhibition Leading the Camino: Latinx Art by Juan de Dios Mora and Consuelo Jimenez Underwood, features prints and textiles by Mora and Jimenez Underwood that question borders and embrace living in the “borderlands.” Mora adopts figuration and humor to resist homogenization and contest political rhetoric that criminalizes immigrants. He employs Spanglish and popular motifs such as piñatas, luchadores masks, and Mesoamerican iconography to reflect his lived experiences and connect cultures across time and space. In his print Leading the Camino Maya and Aztec symbols are juxtaposed with tacos and technology exemplifying Gloria Anzaldúa’s notion of the borderlands or sites where a variety of traditions, languages, and ways of being come into contact, overlapping and interacting, to nourish and inform each other. Jimenez Underwood embraces textiles to similarly cross borders and honor her hybrid identity as Chicana, Mexicana, Americana, Indigenous, woman, and artist. Her artworks bridge art and craft to examine geo-political barriers and weave together bodies and traditions from past and present. The exhibition is curated by Adriana Miramontes Olivas, Curator of Academic Programs and Latin American and Caribbean Art.
beergarden. becomes the cidergarden for four days of cider, fall-inspired cocktails, and live music. We’ll be featuring a variety of ciders on tap alongside seasonal craft cocktails. There will be cider tastings and live bands every day, so check our website for a full schedule of offerings during this festive event!
Discover the art of artisanal candlemaking during an interactive, hands-on workshop designed for fragrance enthusiasts. Participants can design a custom-scented candle using premium soy wax, natural cotton wicks, and a curated selection of over 40 clean-certified fragrances.
Calling all Duck fans for football watch parties at Sunriver Brewing Oakway Pub. Every game day come to cheer on the Ducks! 7 TV's, with sound and a view of the TV for every seat in the house. Wear your green and yellow to receive discounts on draft beer plus game day food specials.
For the first time in four years Fireside Distillers' tasting room is opening on a regular basis. Featuring from-scratch handmade spirits and award-winning liqueurs. Come by your neighborhood distillery and sample a flight of Eugene-made spirits. Whiskey, Rum, Vodka, Liqueurs....all in a nice hidden cozy warehouse area.
Ducks Game Day at The Bier Stein! Join us all season long as we cheer on our Oregon Ducks. Get here early for a good seat, they go quick. 3 big TVs, a new laser projector screen, volume on, what more could you want?
Join a family-friendly Ducks watch party featuring tastings and game-day giveaways! Prizes include a golf bag, Pendleton goodies and swag baskets, Oregon Ducks swag, and 6th Street Grill Breakfast Bucks. Guess the final score correctly for a chance to win a $100 gift certificate for your next visit.
Pre-game celebrations at the Graduate offered in the Poindexter or Trophy Room bars. Special activations are planned in the lobby, and they will be serving Bloody Marys, burritos and hot sandwiches. Plus score a clear stadium bag to take to the game! Join fellow fans to get fired up!
Enjoy colorful beams of light projected on the planetarium dome set to music including the Foo Fighters, ABBA, Prince, Taylor Swift and more. Visit their website for a full catalog of laser shows and schedule. Laser shows are offered every Friday evening, with some exceptions.
Experience Laser K-Pop Demon Hunters, a high-energy laser show set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of K-Pop Demon Hunters. Dazzling laser effects bring the action to life in a thrilling, all-ages spectacle. Presented in the planetarium at Eugene Science Center. Runtime: 24 minutes.
Football season is back at North Fork Tavern! Stop in on game days to cheer on the Ducks, catch every play on 3 TVs and a large projector screen, and enjoy food, drinks, and Game Day Specials. Grab your friends, wear your green and yellow, and make North Fork Tavern your game-day destination all season long.
Fall Creek State Recreation Area · 84610 Peninsula Rd
Explore the heart of the Willamette on a half-day guided forest immersion featuring a scenic drive, forest bathing, guided meditation, cascading waterfalls, and local paranormal lore. Perfect for adventurers and nature lovers seeking restoration and the legends of F all Creek .
Richard E. Wildish Community Theater · Springfield
This matinee fairytale, tailored for young children and their caregivers is told through the unique artform of Eurythmy. This October, Eugene Waldorf School and Waldorf Teacher Education Eugene will bring New York’s Eurythmy Spring Valley to the Wildish Community Theater!
Cheers to the Land brings together breweries and cideries from across Oregon to celebrate local agriculture with beers and ciders made featuring ingredients grown on Oregon farms. Every ticket purchase supports the Oregon Agricultural Trust and its work to permanently protect Oregon farmland for future generations.
Sundance Wine Cellars' free themed wine tastings highlight various wine regions on Fridays, and on Saturdays, they host local and regional wineries. Apart from the weekends, their tasting bar is always open and has free samples of their featured wines.
Jazzy Ladies offers a vibrant live jazz experience, setting the perfect mood for a night out. With no cover charge, you can enjoy soulful tunes by talented musicians while indulging in delicious food and refreshing beverages, all available for sale.
Enter if you dare! Fear Farm Experience delivers heart-pounding thrills with eerie hallways, terrifying creatures and immersive horror environments designed to keep you on edge at every turn. Featuring professional makeup artists, talented actors and Hollywood-quality special effects.
Richard E. Wildish Community Theater · Springfield
The Storm, a pivotal moment in the life story of contemporary activist Julia Butterfly Hill will be told through the artform of Eurythmy. This October, Eugene Waldorf School and Waldorf Teacher Education Eugene will bring New York's Eurythmy Spring Valley Troupe to the Wildish Community Theater.
Hop on a Haunted Hayride to explore the hair-raising trails of Dorris Ranch, where anything may emerge from the shadows of the filbert orchards. The ride features live, interactive performances that are not too scary, making it a great event for families with young children.
Get ready for a night full of fright! Explore the historic Tomseth House at Dorris Ranch on Friday and Saturday nights for a spooky experience featuring live actors, animatronics, and frightening special effects. Recommended for ages 13 and older. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1.
Johnson Farms After Dark brings a Halloween-season haunted corn maze experience to Eugene, transforming the farm’s cornfield into a nighttime setting of winding paths, unsettling sights, and unexpected sounds.
beergarden hosts live music throughout the year: local, regional & national acts. Always all ages and always free. Join beergarden every Thursday and Saturday for Live on the Patio!
Day/time: Saturday, October 17th 2026. Doors at 7pm, show at 8pm Location: WOW Hall, 291 W. 8th Ave. Eugene, OR 97401 Who this is for: All adults 18 and up. We strive to cultivate an inclusive, diverse audience! What people will access: Moxie Dance Collective is presenting its FIFTH full-length dance and burlesque show on Saturday, October 17th at WOW Hall in Eugene! Think Warped Tour with a sinister and spooky twist, featuring emo, alt, and pop/punk nostalgia. Sharpen your eyeliner, trim those side bangs, and get ready for a spooky, seductive, and high energy show featuring special guest groups Elite Dance Co, Rebelle Burlesque, and Rebelle Jazz. This is an adults-only show with lots of enthusiastic queer representation and spooky themes. Our group also often participates in community events for all ages, so watch our instagram (@moxiedancecollective541) for information about upcoming performances! Other related details: Tickets are $20-$35 and available for presale at: Tickets for Moxie Dance Collective Presents: Return To The Scene | TicketWeb - WOW Hall in Eugene, US . (Exclusively on the WOW Hall Website; tickets will also be available at the door.) Cash tips for performers are welcomed, and are equally distributed between performers. The downstairs bar will be open during this event. We are an audition-free community group that strives to create a platform for all adults to dance, train, and produce fun shows and events together. We also occasionally host community classes and workshops. Contact us on instagram or at moxiedancecollective@gmail.com to chat!
"Night of the Living Dead Live" is a hilarious tribute that reimagines the classic horror film with multiple alternate endings and “what-if” scenarios. More than just a recreation of the story, the play celebrates the history and influence of the movie.
They’re creepy, kooky, and back in a devilishly delightful musical comedy. When Wednesday Addams falls for someone painfully normal, a dinner with both families turns into a night of hilarious chaos, secrets, and surprises.
Official Home of the Hult Center for the Performing Arts, Eugene, Oregon's most beautiful concert venue for touring shows, concerts, local events and tickets.
Have a delicious meal and a specialty drink while you watch "Edges". This is a song-cycle show about four burgeoning adults asking classic coming-of-age questions.
WOW Hall, 291 West 8th Avenue, Eugene, OR, 97401, United States
On Saturday, October 17th the Community Center for the Performing Arts and the Moxie Dance Collective presents Return To The Scene: It Was Never A Phase!!! This is an 18+ only event. Join Moxie Dance Collective on Saturday, October 17th, for Return to the Scene: It Was Never a Phase. It’s time to reconnect to our angsty roots with this tribute to emo, pop punk, scene, metal, and other alt music classics! Think Warped Tour with a spooky twist, chock-full of both nostalgic hits and newer releases from the late 90’s and onward Join us for a sinister, seductive, and high energy dance show with special guest groups Elite Dance Co, Rebelle Burlesque, and Rebelle Jazz. 18+ only, bring cash for tips! Photo by: Jasmine Hood Founded by Kendra Lady and Hannah Flier in early 2025, Moxie Dance Collective is a heels, jazz, and burlesque-focused adult dance group in Eugene. They strive to provide an inclusive environment in which adults of all ages and experience levels can train, choreograph, and perform together. The word “moxie” represents determination, tenacity, and perseverance. In addition to performance opportunities, they occasionally host free/donation based community dance classes and workshops. There is no cost to join Moxie as a performer (nor is an audition required) and all tips and show earnings are shared equally amongst the dancers. Rehearsals are held every Sunday from 2-4 PM at Rebelle Movement, an adults-only dance studio run by Lou Moulder, which also offers a variety of fun classes for anyone 18+. In the last year, they have performed at local venues such as the WOW Hall and John Henry’s, with show themes spanning from Broadway to horror to wrestling/WWE. Learn more about the Moxie Dance Collective online by visiting their Canva Link, Instagram, and Facebook.
ON SALE AT THE UO TICKET OFFICE IN THE EMU This is an 18+ only event. Join Moxie Dance Collective on Saturday, October 17th, for Return to the Scene: It Was Never a Phase. It’s time to reconnect to our angsty roots with this tribute to emo, pop punk, scene, metal, and other alt music classics! Think Warped Tour with a spooky twist, chock-full of both nostalgic hits and newer releases from the late 90’s and onward Join us for a sinister, seductive, and high energy dance show with special guest groups Elite Dance Co, Rebelle Burlesque, and Rebelle Jazz.
Moxie Dance Collective presents: Return to the Scene (it was never a phase) with its fifth full-length dance and burlesque show. Check out this spooky, seductive throwback to emo, alt, and pop-punk nostalgia.
Join Moxie Dance Collective on Saturday, October 17th, for Return to the Scene: It Was Never a Phase. Think Warped Tour with a sinister and spooky twist, featuring emo, alt, and pop/punk nostalgia. Sharpen your eyeliner, trim those side bangs, and get ready for a spooky, seductive, and high energy s
The Cooler Restaurant and Bar is the perfect place to grab some delicious food, have a beer and partake in their Saturday Karaoke nights. From mouth watering appetizers to delicious burgers, sandwiches, salads and more, The Cooler is a great place to catch up with friends and play some classic bar games.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA) - Harold and Arlene Schnitzer Gallery · Eugene
For nearly a century, the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art has provided students, faculty, and the broader community opportunities to connect with works of art across time periods and cultures. Initially founded in 1933 as an Asian art museum with the generous donation of Gertrude Bass Warner’s collection of over 3,700 works of art, the museum’s collecting interests have since broadened to artworks from around the world that provide even more opportunities for cross-cultural and curricular connections. JSMA began collecting American and regional art in the 1960s, and now stewards work by artists from the United States, Mesoamerica, contemporary Mexico, Cuba, Puerto Rico, and other areas of the Caribbean and across the Americas. With our recent acquisitions, the museum aims to reflect the voices and experiences of diverse audiences and the new and evolving ideas, insights, and conversations presented by artists in work that both shapes and responds to culture. Collecting America: Recent Acquisitions presents a selection of artworks from the museum’s permanent collection that demonstrate our commitment to understandings of American art informed by perspectives from local, national, and internationally recognized artists. Through various materials and practices, the featured artists demonstrate the great diversity of art made in or in response to the United States of America. These works invite viewers to participate in conversations on identity, place, politics, and other issues facing our world today. This exhibition is organized by JSMA executive director Olivia Miller and curators Katie Loney, Danielle Knapp, and Thom Sempere, with graduate student interns Aidyn Dervaes (MA candidate, History of Art and Architecture), Parisa Garazhian (MFA candidate, Studio Art), and Lorna Isaacson (MA candidate, History of Art and Architecture).
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA) - Wan Koo and Young Ja Huh Wing and Jin Joo Gallery of Korean Art · Eugene
Navigating Through Centuries surveys the complex trajectory of art in Korea, which was significantly impacted by socio-political upheaval and cultural developments from the fifth century to the present. The exhibition is comprised of six chronological thematic sections — from the power and religion of the Three Kingdoms period (57 BCE–668 CE), to the refined aristocratic ideals of the Goryeo (918–1392) and Confucian governance of the Joseon (1392–1910) dynasties, through vestiges of tradition after the Korean War (1950–1953), experimental practices during the modern era, and globalization of contemporary art. Each section examines how aesthetic practices respond to the evolving philosophies, ideologies, critical events, and issues of a specific historical period. The exhibition begins with materials from the Three Kingdoms period in which are embedded political/religious authority and communal rituals, laying the foundation for Korean cultural memory. The Goryeo dynasty section highlights the refined aesthetics and Buddhist motifs that reflect aristocratic ideals and literati culture, while also indicating Korea’s participation in East Asian cultural exchange. The Joseon section showcases art that embodies the Confucian literati values that fundamentally shaped the moral order, governance, and cultural life of the period. The modern and contemporary sections focus on twentieth-century art, which has continually questioned, responded to, and been shaped by the last tumultuous century of Korean history. The first postwar section features art that portrays the remnants of indigenous culture in the aftermath of the Korean War. The next section presents experimental works by artists who challenged the canon of art by blurring boundaries of cultures, genres, and mediums. The final section showcases global contemporary art by diasporic creators, many of whom have played central roles in integrating Korean art into the international mainstream. Navigating Through Centuries narrates the conflicted yet intertwined relationships between art and culture, individuals and communities, and socio-politics and history, inviting audiences to consider the broad history of Korea through the lens of art. The exhibition was curated by Soojin Jeong, 2023–2026 Post-Graduate Curatorial Fellow in East Asian Art, as well as Heejung Chang, 2025–2026 JSMA/Korea Foundation Global Challengers Museum Intern.
From 1876 to 2026, the University of Oregon (UO) has built a legacy of creativity, innovation, and connectivity. Explore 150 years of UO history, innovation, and impact in this interactive exhibition celebrating UO’s past, present, and future. Discover groundbreaking research, inventions, wildfire prevention, and the spirit that drives UO.
Feel that shift in the air? It’s not just fall — it’s Walktober 2026! Lane County’s favorite walking celebration is back for its 4th year, with free, fun, and themed walks happening all October. You can join tree walks, birdwatching tours, historic cemetery walks, urban art strolls, a group thrift walk, the ever-popular Coffee Shop Hop, and the challenge — yes, there are prizes! Walks are being added every week, and there’s something for every age and pace. Grab a friend, lace up, and explore your community on foot. Full schedule including events at UO and details at wewalklane.org
It's time for Apple Daze! Each weekend from late September through October, have a blast at Detering Orchards, where all your favorite fall activities are: U-pick pumpkins, wagon rides, cow train rides, a corn maze, tractor rides, apple blaster and corn cannon, and mechanical bull rides.
For more than a century, the Lane County Farmers Market has connected local farmers and producers with the community. Beginning this June, the market expands to Springfield with a new location featuring more than 40 farmers and food artisans offering fresh, locally made goods.
America’s history is the story of all of us. As the United States commemorates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, come explore how our collections help preserve the diverse histories of this place. Featuring rarely seen items from our collection, America at 250 invites you to reflect on where we have been, who we are, and what America might yet become. Picture is a drinking glass with basket cover, made by Emma Adams (Tillamook/Clatsop), 1890s.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) - Adell McMillan Gallery · Eugene
Celebrate the murals of Eugene with this exhibit featuring the City of Eugene's 20x21EUG Mural Project and Urban Canvas murals. The purpose of the exhibit is to create opportunities for UO students to learn about and engage with the city of Eugene and the greater Eugene community. https://www.eugene-or.gov/4636/Murals The Ducks in Downtown section will of the display will be photos from you, out in town seeing the wonderful art. Send in a photo with a Eugene mural to be a part of the exhibit and a chance to win a prize pack! Email a selfie of you with a Eugene mural to mcmillangallery@uoregon.edu. The submissions will be accepted starting September 15. Prizes drawing will be Friday of week 5 and week 10. To have your picture displayed in the gallery exhibit, you must sign a model release form. more information on our instagram https://www.instagram.com/uomcmillangallery/ or email us. Only photos on display at the date of the drawing will be entered into the raffle. All are welcome to submit photos for the gallery, but only UO students are eligible to be entered into the raffle. Reception October 13 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. free refreshments, open to all Calendar entry image of mural by AIKO (Japan/USA) Reflection
Experience the dynamic forces that shape Oregon’s landscapes, climate, and ecosystems. Meet giant salmon, Ice Age sloths, and other amazing animals from across the millennia. Through interactive displays and rare specimens, you’ll go deep into Oregon’s past and join a conversation about our collective future. Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount.
Come. Sit. Stay. Fetch the whole family for a dog-gone good getaway to Florence, Oregon, October 16–18, 2026! The inaugural Coastal Canine Classic is bounding into Oregon’s Coastal Playground for three tail-wagging days of dogs, laughter, friendly competition, shopping, entertainment, and family fun.
Delve into Oregon’s story, from the archaeology of the First Americans to the dynamic cultures of today’s Tribes. Combining interactive displays with world-class anthropological collections, Oregon—Where Past is Present shares 14,000 years of Oregon stories, and invites you to tell your own. Explore the galleries, try your hand at ancient weaving styles, test your skills as an archaeologist, and much more Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount.
Have you heard the buzz? Bees are powerful pollinators essential to a healthy ecosystem. Come discover the vast variety of Oregon’s bees and learn about bee behavior with up-close photographs and hands-on activities. Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount.
Join us ever Sunday morning at 10am for The Sunday Morning Hangover with the Reverend Marc Time, playing a mix of eclectic retro, bizarre children's music, lounge, humor and talk. To see playlists from past shows: https://spinitron.com/KWVA/show/140943/The-Sunday-Morning-Hangover
Nestled in the heart of one of Eugene's most creative neighborhoods, this vibrant open-air marketplace showcases a diverse array of local farmers, artisans, and emerging entrepreneurs. The weekly gathering serves as a lively neighborhood hub dedicated to inclusivity, connection, and grassroots commerce.
The Comic Arts Festival of Eugene returns at Lane Events Center Auditorium, bringing more than 60 independent and local comics creators and publishers together.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA) - Fay Boyer Preble and Virginia Cooke Murphy Wing · Eugene
This thematic exhibition incorporates student research from History of Art and Architecture Professor Akiko Walley’s spring 2026 Japanese print course that focused on “the dramatic,” including dynamic prints of Kabuki theaters and actors, changing expressions of human bodies, and dramatizations of historical events and legends. Featuring recent gifts by Lee and Mary Jean Michels and Irwin Lavenberg, the undergraduate and graduate students in the course examined woodblock prints of the 18th-20th centuries that showcased action and powerful emotion with compelling graphic design. The exhibition is complemented by a selection of Japanese modern and contemporary prints, paintings, textiles, decorative arts, addressing the theme of “drama,” and includes a number of recent acquisitions. This exhibition was coorganized by chief curator Anne Rose Kitagawa.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA) - Coeta and Donald Barker Changing Exhibitions Gallery · Eugene
Jeffrey Gibson: They Teach Love presents a survey of 20 artworks by Jeffrey Gibson (American, b. 1972), one of today’s foremost contemporary artists, curated exclusively from the collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and his family foundation. Gibson, who is of Mississippi Choctaw and Cherokee heritage, combines aspects of Indigenous art and culture with modernist traditions, navigating and disrupting the expectations placed upon Native artists working within the contemporary art world. By uniting sculpture, paintings, prints, and video with elk hides, tipi poles, wool blankets, beadwork, and fringe, Gibson celebrates the artistry of Indigenous cultures. He adorns and converts utilitarian items (including punching bags, flags, banners, and illuminated signs) to art objects that vibrate with spiritual power, carrying his belief that objects, and people alike, have the potential for radical transformation. The exhibition’s centerpiece is an expansive and immersive work titled To Name An Other (2019) comprised of 51 screen printed elk hide drums and 50 wearable garments. Originally commissioned as a performance by the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, To Name An Other marks a turning point in the artist’s career whereby Gibson has increasingly sought out collective-based projects and performances to activate the communities within which he works. Collaboration is at the heart of his recent social practice. Working and learning together may aid in decolonizing minds and institutions, revealing a future we wish to inhabit. In 2024, Gibson was selected as the first Indigenous artist to represent the US Pavilion with a solo presentation at the Venice Biennale, further demonstrating how his vibrant and powerful voice continues to broaden the view of American art history, contemporary times, and our future. Jeffrey Gibson: They Teach Love – From the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation was curated by Ryan Hardesty, Executive Director and Curator of Exhibitions and Collections, Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, Washington State University, for its originating institution in 2023. Its presentation for the UO’s Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art was organized by Danielle Knapp, McCosh Curator.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA) - Fay Boyer Preble and Virginia Cooke Murphy Wing · Eugene
The exhibition Leading the Camino: Latinx Art by Juan de Dios Mora and Consuelo Jimenez Underwood, features prints and textiles by Mora and Jimenez Underwood that question borders and embrace living in the “borderlands.” Mora adopts figuration and humor to resist homogenization and contest political rhetoric that criminalizes immigrants. He employs Spanglish and popular motifs such as piñatas, luchadores masks, and Mesoamerican iconography to reflect his lived experiences and connect cultures across time and space. In his print Leading the Camino Maya and Aztec symbols are juxtaposed with tacos and technology exemplifying Gloria Anzaldúa’s notion of the borderlands or sites where a variety of traditions, languages, and ways of being come into contact, overlapping and interacting, to nourish and inform each other. Jimenez Underwood embraces textiles to similarly cross borders and honor her hybrid identity as Chicana, Mexicana, Americana, Indigenous, woman, and artist. Her artworks bridge art and craft to examine geo-political barriers and weave together bodies and traditions from past and present. The exhibition is curated by Adriana Miramontes Olivas, Curator of Academic Programs and Latin American and Caribbean Art.
They’re bringing the wild mushrooms of the forest to the communal table at Heceta Lighthouse B&B with a special Mushroom Brunch inspired by the bounty of the forest and the beauty of the coast. Join them for a unique 1.5-hour meal where locally sourced mushrooms are featured in every course.
For the first time in four years Fireside Distillers' tasting room is opening on a regular basis. Featuring from-scratch handmade spirits and award-winning liqueurs. Come by your neighborhood distillery and sample a flight of Eugene-made spirits. Whiskey, Rum, Vodka, Liqueurs....all in a nice hidden cozy warehouse area.
Enjoy colorful beams of light projected on the planetarium dome set to music including the Foo Fighters, ABBA, Prince, Taylor Swift and more. Visit their website for a full catalog of laser shows and schedule. Laser shows are offered every Friday evening, with some exceptions.
Fall Creek State Recreation Area · 84610 Peninsula Rd
Explore the heart of the Willamette on a half-day guided forest immersion featuring a scenic drive, forest bathing, guided meditation, cascading waterfalls, and local paranormal lore. Perfect for adventurers and nature lovers seeking restoration and the legends of F all Creek .
Explore the intersection of mindfulness and creativity during this recurring workshop dedicated to the practice of contemplative art. Led by a creative arts professional, participants delve into diverse techniques including Zentangle, neurographic arts, and observational drawing within a relaxed environment.
The Oakridge Community Farmers Market will be outside the Oakridge United Methodist Church selling fresh, local produce and meat and baked goods from community vendors. Enjoy entertainment and activities while shopping for organic veggies; pastured lamb, pork and chicken; local honey and natural beauty products.
"Night of the Living Dead Live" is a hilarious tribute that reimagines the classic horror film with multiple alternate endings and “what-if” scenarios. More than just a recreation of the story, the play celebrates the history and influence of the movie.
Have a delicious meal and a specialty drink while you watch "Edges". This is a song-cycle show about four burgeoning adults asking classic coming-of-age questions.
Volunteer at UO's only student-led community garden. Nearly every Sunday from 2-4 pm at the Grove Community Garden (just behind Global Scholars Hall). Work parties are when we come together to collectively care for the space. We have raised beds and other planting areas that are managed by the overall community to produce food (mainly vegetables) for the student food pantry, the SSC Produce Drop, Eugene Food Not Bombs, and of course (and often primarily) those who come each week to volunteer. So, a typical work party may include harvesting food, weeding beds, sowing seeds/transplanting starts, chipping a wood path, etc. There is no signup ahead of time, the only prep beforehand is dressing for the weather in clothes you don't mind some dirt/sweat on. Sign up for our newsletter for weekly reminders and updates, and follow us on Instagram too! Note that at times, we have to cancel/reschedule work parties due to unpredictable circumstances, and we may be unable to update this recurring weekly posting. See the above channels for the most up-to-date information. Feel free to email grovegarden@uoregon.edu with any questions or inquiries.
Journey through more than two centuries of musical brilliance with Three Bs, featuring works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Johannes Brahms. Discover the evolution of chamber music through three of history's most influential composers. Arrive early for an engaging pre-concert talk by Dr.
Sacred music,” Lynnea writes, “is at the heart of American country. Much of this music depicts the confidence of seeing a loved one again after they have passed, or the deprivation of life’s struggles; which for me, I feel is very relatable to anyone regardless of their spiritual beliefs.
Dan Parslow and Donnabud Lewis will host an open mic night every Sunday afternoon at Gratitude Brewing. All ages, no cover. Sign-ups begin at 2 pm with the fun starting at 3 pm.
Will you survive the ShelterCare zombie run? On October 18th, ShelterCare will be partnering with Thrill the World Eugene to host a Zombie-themed 5k with 100+ zombies hidden around the Alton Baker Park race course.
The Trans Masc Social Hour is a space for trans masculine and questioning folks aged 18 and older to gather and chat in a supportive environment. The group will be lightly facilitated by volunteers. Please bring crafts and games to share if you wish!
Get ready for an electrifying showdown as the Oregon Ducks Women's Volleyball team takes on the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in the heart of Eugene! Join us at the iconic Matthew Knight Arena, where the energy is palpable and the atmosphere is nothing short of exhilarating.
Wrap up your weekend with an energetic, authentic traditional Irish music session. Enjoy lively, foot-stomping tunes every Sunday while you relax with a pint of award-winning craft beer and ease into the week ahead.
Join in family-friendly bingo games with prizes at Drop Bear Brewery in South Eugene. Along with great craft beer, order pizza and salads from the brewery or Thai food from the adjacent food truck.
Grab the mic and a piece of pizza! Slice Pizza hosts an epic night of karaoke at two locations (325 Blair Blvd and 910 Willamette St). Come by for a slice and stay to showcase your inner rockstar!
Johnson Farms After Dark brings a Halloween-season haunted corn maze experience to Eugene, transforming the farm’s cornfield into a nighttime setting of winding paths, unsettling sights, and unexpected sounds.
Kristin Key is an internationally headlining, queer, musical comedian with sold-out shows worldwide. Her hilarious viral videos have garnered over 100 million views from more than one million dedicated followers across social media.
ON SALE AT THE UO TICKET OFFICE IN THE EMU It’s not very well-worn, but the Nashville street band to composer pipeline has certainly been a distinctive, if tempered, fairy-tale arc for Joshua Kaufman and Justin Rubenstein, the brothers at the helm of The Blasting Company. For years, curiosity and circumstance guided them through the streets of the US and Europe as they accumulated a blend of American folk and Eastern European influences, grand orchestral tendencies, and inescapably modern sensibilities, eventually landing them in Los Angeles, where they found a home for most of it in the world of film and television. Their first and perhaps most notable venture into scoring was for the critically-acclaimed animated miniseries, Over the Garden Wall, which has become a seasonal staple for a growing fanbase worldwide whenever fall – or its equatorial approximate – is in the air.
WOW Hall, 291 West 8th Avenue, Eugene, OR, 97401, United States
The Community Center for the Performing Arts is pleased to present Blasting Company as they play Over The Garden Wall at the WOW Hall on Sunday, October 18th. It’s not very well-worn, but the Nashville street band to composer pipeline has certainly been a distinctive, if tempered, fairy-tale arc for Joshua Kaufman and Justin Rubenstein, the brothers at the helm of The Blasting Company. For years, curiosity and circumstance guided them through the streets of the US and Europe as they accumulated a blend of American folk and Eastern European influences, grand orchestral tendencies, and inescapably modern sensibilities, eventually landing them in Los Angeles, where they found a home for most of it in the world of film and television. Their first and perhaps most notable venture into scoring was for the critically-acclaimed animated miniseries, Over the Garden Wall, which has become a seasonal staple for a growing fanbase worldwide whenever fall – or its equatorial approximate – is in the air. Other composing ventures include music written for Burlesque, the New York Times/Serial podcast The Kids of Rutherford County, Adult Swim’s The Elephant, and a three-album soundtrack for table top role playing campaign, The Crooked Moon. Their recent releases feature collaborations with Tom Kenny (Spongebob Squarepants), Haley Reinhart (Post-Modern Jukebox), Jemaine Clement (Flight of the Concords), and one of their all-time musical heroes, arranger and composer Van Dyke Parks. The Blasting Company’s journey has been one dedicated to their artistic community and their craft. This, and the eagerness with which they explore music’s expansive storytelling potential has made them sought-after collaborators anywhere music can be of use, from Emmy-winning animation to Peabody Award-caliber investigative journalism. Wherever they’re found and wherever they’ll end up, their music continues to introduce new generations to a panoply of musical traditions, old and new, tailored to their own particular – and peculiar – point of view. The Show Starting with the 10th anniversary shows in LA back in 2024,The Blasting Company has hoped for their live Over the Garden Wall concert to capture, above all, the well-worn warmth of a night spent in the company of good friends who happen to enjoy playing music together. Fortunately, the super-band of multi-instrumentalists, comprised of The Blasting Company and California Feetwarmers, most of whom played on the original soundtrack, has enjoyed traveling and playing music together for most of their adult lives. Together with friends and local special guests, the band plans to faithfully expand on the original soundtrack and invite folks to experience it the way the composers did: as a patchwork of the beautiful artistic personalities that came together to make it, as an homage to and continuation of the generations of art and music that inspired it, and most of all, as a chance for good friends and strangers to open their hearts up to each other just a little bigger and belt out a few new-old tunes the very best they can. The Show – Starting with the 10th anniversary shows in LA back in 2024,The Blasting Company has hoped for their live Over the Garden Wall concert to capture, above all, the well-worn warmth of a night spent in the company of good friends who happen to enjoy playing music together. Fortunately, the super-band of multi-instrumentalists, comprised of The Blasting Company and California Feetwarmers, most of whom played on the original soundtrack, has enjoyed traveling and playing music together for most of their adult lives. Together with friends and local special guests, the band plans to faithfully expand on the original soundtrack and invite folks to experience it the way the composers did: as a patchwork of the beautiful artistic personalities that came together to make it, as an homage to and continuation of the generations of art and music that inspired it, and most of all, as a chance for good friends and strangers to open their hearts up to each other just a little bigger and belt out a few new-old tunes the very best they can. Learn More about Blasting Company: Website | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | Bandcamp
Are you an up-and-coming DJ or aspiring beat maker? Bring your good vibes and come check out our Community DJ Night! Bring a USB, play a short set, and connect with other local selectors in a relaxed, low-pressure space. All skill levels are welcome—come play, listen to music, and meet your community.