Eugene Family Scoop - Weekend Edition (Feb 20-22, 2026)

Happy Thursday!

What a weekend it's going to be!

The Eugene Symphony is performing a FREE family concert Saturday morning, Eugene Ballet brings Cinderella to the Hult Center all three days, and the Museum of Natural History hosts Arctic Adventure Family Day on Saturday with bilingual activities for kids 3 and up.

Sunday morning, Little League Spring Training is open to all kids ages 4-13 — free, no experience required! Plus movies, live music, art activities, and so much more.

Let's jump right in!

–Jess

🔬 Tot Day: Lovely Learners 9am–12pm • Ages 5 & under • Members free, Non-members $10 (exhibits) or $16 (combo with planetarium)
📍Eugene Science Center, 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene
The Science Center opens one hour early just for toddlers! Explore hands-on activities and interactive learning stations designed for little ones, big-kid-free. At 11:30am, join Tot Time Tales — a preschool storytime in the planetarium. No advance registration required. More info

📚 Family Storytime 10:15am • All ages • Free
📍Sheldon Branch Library, 1566 Coburg Rd, Eugene
Fun and learning for young children with their grown-ups. More info

📚 Preschool Storytime 10:30am • Ages 3-6 • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Interactive stories, songs, and activities build early literacy and social skills. More info

🏊 Baby Swim 10:30–11:30am • All ages • Youth (3-17) $5.50, Adult $6
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Special swim time for babies and young children with caregivers. More info

🤸 Bounce Preschool Open Gym 11:15am–12:30pm • Preschool age • $10 per child (or $50 for 6-visit pass)
📍Bounce Gymnastics and Circus Arts Center, 329 W 3rd Ave, Eugene
Preschoolers can explore gymnastics and circus arts equipment during open gym time. More info

🎶 Baby Sing & Sign 1–2pm • Ages 0-12 months • Free
📍Daisy's Place, 1270 Charnelton St 2nd floor, Eugene
Daisy's Sing & Sign offers a fun environment to interact with other families through singing and dancing together. On Fridays, we offer our original music class format for families and caretakers of infants. More info

🏊 Family Swim 1–2pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $5.50, Adult $6
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Open family swim time at Sheldon Pool. More info

💦 Water Park Swim 4:30–6:30pm • All ages • Toddler (3 & under) $4-7, Youth (4-17) $7-9, Adult $8-11
📍Splash at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Water park swimming with slides and play features. In-district and out-of-district rates available. More info

🎬 Movies in the Market: The Princess Bride 5:30pm • All ages • Free
📍5th Street Public Market Alley, 296 E 5th Ave, Eugene
Free family movie night in the Market Alley! Grab some food from nearby eateries and settle in for a classic. As you wish! 🌹 More info

🤸 Bounce All Ages Open Gym 6–8pm • All ages • $16 per child (or $80 for 6-visit pass)
📍Bounce Gymnastics and Circus Arts Center, 329 W 3rd Ave, Eugene
Open gym for all ages to explore gymnastics and circus arts equipment. More info

🎉 DJ Night at Get Air 7–10pm • Ages 9+ • Check pricing online
📍Get Air Trampoline Park, 4211 W 11th Ave, Eugene
Jump to the music with awesome lights and party atmosphere every Friday night! More info

🩰 Eugene Ballet: Cinderella with Orchestra 7:30pm • All ages • Tickets from $30
📍Silva Concert Hall, Hult Center, One Eugene Center, Eugene
A magical evening of ballet! Eugene Ballet presents Cinderella, featuring stunning costumes, captivating sets, and exceptional dancing. The fairy godmother and fairies of the four seasons guide Cinderella on her journey toward love and freedom. Get tickets

🏊 Rec Swim 7–8:30pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $5.50, Adult $6
📍Echo Hollow Pool, 1655 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene
Evening recreational swim at Echo Hollow Pool. More info

🤸 Gymnastics NW School Age Open Gym 7–8:30pm • School age • $6 per child
📍Gymnastics Northwest-River Rd Parks and Rec, 30043 Leghorn Ave, Eugene
Open gym time for school-age children to explore gymnastics equipment. More info

🤸 NAAG Friday Night Open Gym 7:30–9:30pm • Ages walking–18 • $10 per child
📍NAAG, 1205 Oak Patch Rd, Eugene
Friday night open gym for kids of all ages! Parents must stay for kids under 6. Online release form required — register before arrival. More info

🪵 Oregon Logging Conference Family Day 9am–2pm • All ages • Free
📍Wheeler Pavilion, Lane Events Center & Fairgrounds, Eugene
Hands-on family fun at the Oregon Logging Conference! Build wooden birdhouses, experience virtual reality inside a working forest, meet live wildlife, enjoy art projects and face painting, meet Coni-Fir and Smokey Bear, grab free popcorn, and take home a free tree seedling! Walk around to see state-of-the-art logging equipment, meet chainsaw carving artists creating their masterpieces, and watch the Log Loader Competition. Free admission, free activities — a 30+ year tradition celebrating Oregon's forests! More info

🎵 Family Musical Adventures: The Enchanted Woodwind Forest 10am (Kid Zone) • 11am–12pm (Concert) • Ages 0-12 • FREE
📍Hult Center Lobby, One Eugene Center, Eugene
Step into the enchanted forest and meet the Woodwind Family — flute, clarinet, oboe, and bassoon! This free Eugene Symphony concert is packed with interactive moments and surprises. Arrive early at 10am for the Instrument Petting Zoo and hands-on activities with Adventure Children's Museum. No ticket required! More info

🔨 DIY-U by Lowe's: Build A Birdhouse 10am–1pm • All ages • Free
📍Lowe's, 3595 W 11th Ave, Eugene
Free hands-on DIY workshop for kids at Lowe's! Kids will build and decorate their own cozy home for feathered friends, learning how to assemble and paint while exploring nature. More info

🦕 Arctic Adventure Family Day 10am–5pm • Ages 3+ • General $7, Youth (3-18) $5, Family $14 • Free for children 2 & under, UO/LCC students/staff, members, veterans & active military with ID • EBT discount available
📍Museum of Natural and Cultural History, 1680 E 15th Ave, Eugene
Journey into the far north and discover how animals and people have thrived in the Arctic for thousands of years! Explore objects from the Jensen Arctic Collection, investigate cool arctic animals, learn the science of the Northern Lights, and find out how people call this icy place home. Activities are bilingual Spanish/English and included with regular admission. More info

🎨 Craft Event at Michaels: Make a Beaded Butterfly 10am–12pm • All ages • Free
📍Michaels Craft Store, 3318 Gateway St, Springfield
Free hands-on craft activity for kids at Michaels. More info

📚 Baby & Toddler Storytime 10:15am • Ages 0-3 • Free
📍Bethel Branch Library, 1990 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene
Songs, rhymes, and playful learning for your youngest library visitors. More info

📚 Family Storytime 10:30am OR 11:15am • All ages • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Fun and learning for young children with their grown-ups. More info

📚 Family Bilingual Storytime 10:30am • All ages • Free
📍Springfield Public Library, 225 5th St Suite 301, Springfield
Librarians share stories, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. More info

🎵 Music in the Market: Corwin Bolt Unscrewed 12pm • All ages • Free
📍5th Street Public Market Core, 296 E 5th Ave, Eugene
Live bluegrass in the heart of 5th Street Market! Bring the family for a relaxed afternoon of live music, great food, and good company. More info

🤸 NAAG Preschool Open Gym 11:25am–12:25pm • Ages 6 & under • $8 per child
📍NAAG, 1205 Oak Patch Rd, Eugene
Open gym time for little ones to explore gymnastics equipment and burn off energy. Parent supervision required. More info

🤸 Bounce Preschool Open Gym 12:15–1:30pm • Preschool age • $10 per child (or $50 for 6-visit pass)
📍Bounce Gymnastics and Circus Arts Center, 329 W 3rd Ave, Eugene
Preschoolers can explore gymnastics and circus arts equipment. More info

🏊 Rec Swim 12:30–2pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $5.50, Adult $6
📍Echo Hollow Pool, 1655 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene
Recreational swim at Echo Hollow Pool. More info

💦 Water Park Swim 1–5pm • All ages • Toddler (3 & under) $4-7, Youth (4-17) $7-9, Adult $8-11
📍Splash at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Extended afternoon water park swimming. In-district and out-of-district rates available. More info

🩰 Eugene Ballet: Cinderella with Orchestra 2pm • All ages • Tickets from $30
📍Silva Concert Hall, Hult Center, One Eugene Center, Eugene
A magical matinee of ballet! Stunning costumes, captivating sets, and exceptional dancing — a fairy tale come to life on stage. Get tickets

🫧 Amazing Bubble Man 2pm • All ages • Standard $23, Youth (under 18) $18
📍Richard E. Wildish Community Theater, 628 Main St, Springfield
A spectacular bubble show the whole family will love! More info

🎨 Fun with Watercolors 3–5pm • Ages 5-9 • Free
📍Bethel Branch Library, 1990 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene
Drop-in watercolor art activity for kids and their grown-ups. More info

🎪 Catalyst: An Act Revived Aerial Show 6pm • All ages • $33.70
📍Hult Center, One Eugene Center, Eugene
A stunning aerial performance show at the Hult Center. More info

🫧 Early Bird Toddler Time at Get Air 8–10am • Under 46" tall • Check pricing online
📍Get Air Trampoline Park, 4211 W 11th Ave, Eugene
Start your Sunday with bouncing! Perfect for early risers and families who want to get energy out before the rest of the day. More info

⚾ Little League Spring Training 2026 10am–1:30pm • Ages 4-13 • Free
📍Hamlin Sports Complex, Eugene
Join Eugene Little League, Sheldon Little League, and East Lane Little League for a free Spring Training event! No experience or commitment required — just come play and learn new skills!
Session times:
- 10am–12pm: Coach Pitch Minors (ages 5-8), Player Pitch Minors (ages 7-11), Majors (ages 9-12), Intermediate 50/70 (ages 11-13)
- 12:30–1:30pm: Tee Ball (ages 4-6)
Register here • Questions? Email [email protected]

🔆 Make it! Workshop: Solar Animal Lights 11am–2pm • All ages • Pay-what-you-can ($10-15 suggested per light)
📍BRING, 4446 Franklin Blvd, Eugene
Build and decorate solar dog, cat, and dinosaur lights using pre-cut recycled materials! Design adorable eco-friendly lights to brighten up your home and garden. Drop-in, no registration required — materials available first-come, first-served. More info

🏊 Rec Swim 12–1:30pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $5.50, Adult $6
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Recreational swim at Sheldon Pool. More info

🎨 Fun with Building 1–4:30pm • Ages 5-9 • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Drop-in building activity for kids and their grown-ups at the library. More info

💦 Water Park Swim 1–5pm • All ages • Toddler (3 & under) $4-7, Youth (4-17) $7-9, Adult $8-11
📍Splash at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Extended afternoon water park swimming. In-district and out-of-district rates available. More info

🩰 Eugene Ballet: Cinderella with Orchestra 2pm • All ages • Tickets from $30
📍Silva Concert Hall, Hult Center, One Eugene Center, Eugene
Last chance to catch Eugene Ballet's Cinderella this weekend! Stunning costumes, captivating sets, and exceptional dancing — a fairy tale come to life on stage. Get tickets

🎲 Family Bingo at Drop Bear Brewery 5:30pm • All ages • Free
📍Drop Bear Brewery, Eugene
Make it your new Sunday tradition! Join host Ty-Connor for a laugh-filled evening of Family Bingo with great prizes and great vibes — fun for the whole family. More info

🌱 Farm & Garden Classes - Spring Session
Ages 0-17 • March 9–May 23 (11 weeks) • Registration deadline: Wednesday, March 4
📍Parker Learning Gardens
Weekly classes on a 33-acre educational farm! Kids learn through hands-on gardening, farm activities, and nature exploration. Classes: Youth Discovery Project (ages 13-17), Children's Garden Club (ages 5-12), Mom & Me tots (ages 0-4), Farmily Fun Group tots (ages 0-4). $231-318 per season. Scholarships, sibling discounts, and payment plans available. View schedule & register

🌱 Farm & Garden Summer Camp (Registration Open!)
July 6-24 • Ages 5-9 & 10-14 • $350/week (15% sibling discount + scholarships available) • 9am–3:30pm
📍Parker Learning Gardens
Three weeks of hands-on learning, creativity, and outdoor fun on a 33-acre educational farm! Week 1: Earth & Animals (July 6-10) Week 2: Natural Scientists (July 13-17) Week 3: Creative Roots (July 20-24). Register for one, two, or all three weeks! Learn more & register

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 NOW AVAILABLE: Parent Coaching Program
$300 (3 sessions) or $550 (6 sessions) • Parenting Now, Eugene
Personalized, one-on-one support with a professional Parenting Educator. Practical strategies for managing routines, transitions, challenging behavior, discipline, and self-care. Learn more

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