Eugene Family Scoop - Weekend of Sept 18-20, 2026

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

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📚 Family Storytime 10:15–11:00am • Young children • Free
📍Sheldon Branch Library, Eugene
Fun and learning for young children with their grown-ups! More info

📚 Preschool Storytime 10:30–11:00am • Preschoolers • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Fun and learning for preschoolers with their grown-ups! 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

💃 Los Cumbiamberos 4:00–5:00pm • All ages • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
¡Baila y disfruta! Dance and enjoy live cumbia music at the library! More info

⛳ Putt for the Pantry Fri 4–7pm, Sat–Sun various hours • All ages • Free with 3 cans of food per person
📍Camp Putt, 4006 Franklin Blvd, Eugene
Enjoy a weekend of mini golf for a good cause! Bring three cans of food per person and play for free. All donations support the food pantry at Willamalane Adult Activity Center. More info

🤸 Bounce All Ages Kids Open Gyms 6-8pm • Ages 1-17 • $16 per child
📍Bounce Gymnastics and Circus Arts Center, 329 W 3rd Ave, Eugene
All ages can explore gymnastics equipment during open gym time. Ages 7 and younger must have an adult in the building. More info

🤸 Fabulous Friday Open Gym 7–8:30pm • Ages 6-12 • $6 per child
📍Gymnastics Northwest-River Rd Parks and Rec, 30043 Leghorn Ave, Eugene
Practice your skills and have fun making new friends! Our gym is loaded with great equipment. Bring your friends for a funtastic time. Ongoing weekly. 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 all ages! Online release form required. More info

🎵 My Hero Academia in Concert 7:30pm • All ages • Ticketed
📍Silva Concert Hall, Hult Center, One Eugene Center, Eugene
A decade of unforgettable moments brought to life on stage! A 15-piece live band performs Yuki Hayashi's iconic score alongside stunning visuals from all eight seasons of the beloved anime. More info

🦆 Oregon Ducks Football vs. Portland State 7:30pm • All ages • Ticketed
📍Autzen Stadium, 2700 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Eugene
The Ducks take on Portland State under the lights at Autzen! Clear bag policy in effect — visit goducks.com/clearbag for details. More info

🔭 Star Gazing at Emerald Park 8:30pm • All ages • Free
📍Emerald Park, 1400 Lake Dr, Eugene (basketball court behind the community center)
Join River Road Park and Recreation and the Eugene Astronomical Society for urban star gazing! Multiple astronomers with telescopes up to 12 inches in aperture will be on hand to show you star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies. Just show up around dusk! Weather permitting — check rrpark.org or eugeneastro.org for updates before heading out. More info

🌽 Lane County Farmers Market 9:00am–3:00pm • All ages • Free admission
📍Farmers Market Pavilion & Plaza, 85 E 8th Ave, Eugene
Eugene's largest farmers market featuring locally grown foods from 100+ farmers and food artisans. All items grown or produced in Oregon. More info

🫖 Bottoms & Biscuits: A Tea for Diaper Need 10:00am • All ages • $60 per ticket
📍Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House, 303 Willamette St, Eugene
A lovely three-course tea fundraiser in the charming historic setting of the SMJ House! Enjoy savory tea sandwiches, scones with Devonshire cream, and sweet desserts — each course paired with Mountain Rose Herbs loose leaf tea. Limited to 35 guests, prepaid reservations only. Proceeds benefit diaper need in our community. More info

📚 Baby and Toddler Storytime 10:15–11:00am • Babies & toddlers • Free
📍Bethel Branch Library, 1260 Willamette St, Eugene
Fun and learning for babies and toddlers with their grown-ups! More info

👨‍👩‍👧 Parenting Now FREE Workshop: Playful Parenting 10:30am–12:00pm • Parents of children ages 0-5 • Free
📍Springfield Public Library, 225 5th St, Springfield
Learn how to connect with your child through positive attention in this free workshop from Parenting Now! Part of a six-week series. Childcare available. Registration required. More info

🎭 You're Invited: A Magical Morning at the Hult! 10:30am–12:00pm • Pre-K through 12th grade • Free (RSVP encouraged)
📍Hult Center for the Performing Arts, One Eugene Center, Eugene
A free, fun-filled adventure at the Hult Center! Explore hands-on activities, interactive stations, and playful surprises from local arts, youth, and community organizations. Meet new friends, make something cool, and learn about upcoming youth and family shows. RSVP for a chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets to an upcoming show! More info

📚 Family Storytime 10:30am & 11:15am • Young children • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Fun and learning for young children and family! Two sessions available. More info

📚 Family Storytime | Cuentos para Familias 11:00–11:30am • Babies through early elementary • Free
📍Springfield Public Library, 225 5th St, Springfield
A bilingual family storytime featuring songs, dancing, rhymes, games, and books in English and Spanish! Perfect for families with babies through 2nd grade. More info

🤸 NAAG Preschool Open Gym 11:25am–12:25pm • Ages 6 & under • $8 per child
📍NAAG, 1205 Oak Patch Rd, Eugene
Saturday morning open gym for little ones. Parent supervision required. More info

🎤 GOLDEN: A K-Pop Kids Party 12:00–2:00pm • All ages • Ticketed
📍WOW Hall, 291 W 8th Ave, Eugene
A vibrant family-friendly dance event featuring remixes of beloved soundtracks, K-Pop hits, and iconic pop anthems! Wear your best costume and shine bright as you dance the day away. More info

✈️ Soaring by the Sea Open House 12:00–6:00pm • All ages • Free admission
📍29030 Hollis Ln, Eugene
A free nonprofit aviation open house featuring aircraft displays, food trucks, and a limited number of FREE Cessna rides for kids! Paid PBY flights also available. A unique and exciting event for aviation lovers of all ages. More info

🤸 Bounce Preschool Open Gym 12:15pm–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 during open gym time. More info

🌸 Ophelia's Place Open House 2:00–6:00pm • All ages • Free
📍Ophelia's Place, 1577 Pearl St, Eugene
Come explore Ophelia's Place, enjoy fun activities and local food carts, connect with staff, and learn about their programs and how to get involved in supporting girls and young women in our community! More info

📿 Family Fun with Bracelets and Keychains 3:00–5:00pm • Ages 5-12 • Free
📍Bethel Branch Library, 1260 Willamette St, Eugene
Drop in and make your own bracelets and keychains! For ages 5-12 with a grownup. More info

🌽 Springfield Sunday Market 9:00am–2:00pm • All ages • Free admission
📍Springfield City Hall Lot, 225 5th St, Springfield
Head to Springfield for the weekly Sunday Farmers Market! Fresh local produce, artisan goods, and more. More info

🧑‍🌾 Whiteaker Community Market 10:00am–3:00pm • All ages • Free
📍Scobert Gardens Park, 1100 W 4th Ave, Eugene
Eugene's only Sunday farm and artist market! Browse farm-fresh produce, artisanal goods, and handmade crafts from 30+ vendors, plus live music. More info

🧠 Keeping it Regulated Workshop 11:00am–1:00pm • Moms & elementary-aged kids • $40-$60 per family (sliding scale)
📍576 Olive St #300, Eugene
A hands-on workshop for moms and their elementary-aged kids exploring emotional regulation! Learn what dysregulation feels like, why it happens, and practical ways to stay regulated through arts, crafts, and activities. More info

🍂 Fall Fest 12:00–2:00pm • All ages • Free
📍Grace Community Fellowship, 989 Country Club Rd, Eugene
A free afternoon of fall family fun! Enjoy Texas Roadhouse pulled pork sliders, live music, games, and inflatables for all ages. Pre-register online to skip the line! More info

🏐 Oregon Ducks Volleyball vs. Oregon State Beavers 1:00pm • All ages • Ticketed
📍Matthew Knight Arena, 1776 E 13th Ave, Eugene
A Civil War rivalry match — cheer on the Oregon Ducks as they take on the Oregon State Beavers! More info

🎨 Family Fun 1:00–4:30pm • Ages 5-12 • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Drop in and get creative with crafts, games, and more! For ages 5-12 with a grownup. More info

🎨 Sunday Science Adventures 3pm • Ages 2+ • $7
📍Adventure Children's Museum, 490 Valley River Center, Eugene
Science activities at the Adventure Children's Museum (museum admission required). More info

🎲 Family Bingo 5:30pm • All ages • Check pricing online
📍Drop Bear Brewery, 950 W 8th Ave, Eugene
Sunday family bingo night! More info

👻 Ghostbusters in Concert 7:30pm • All ages • Ticketed
📍Silva Concert Hall, Hult Center, One Eugene Center, Eugene
Who ya gonna call? Experience the classic 1984 film Ghostbusters on the big screen with a live orchestra performing Elmer Bernstein's iconic score! More info

⛳ Camp Putt Adventure Golf Park Fri 4–7pm, Sat-Sun 12–7pm (starting March 30) • All ages • $6-$7
📍4006 Franklin Blvd, Eugene
All-ages seasonal outdoor mini-golf park featuring two 18-hole courses spread over two acres of lush greenery, tranquil water features, and scenic landscapes. Youth (11 & under) $6, Adults (12-49) $7, Seniors (50+) $6, Students & Military $6, Family of four $24. ALL-ACCESS Members get one free round daily! More info

🎨 MECCA Community Studio Drop-in during store hours • All ages • Pay-what-you-can ($3-5/hour suggested)
📍MECCA (Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts), Eugene
Need a place to create? MECCA's community studio is open to the public during store hours (Tue-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm). Studio fees include space, supplies, and anything from their pay-what-you-can section. Perfect for rainy days, early release Wednesdays, or anytime creativity strikes! Call ahead for groups: 541-302-1810. More info

🏊 Swimming at Amazon Pool Open May–October • Youth $6, Adult $7, Senior $6, Family $20
📍Amazon Pool, 2600 Hilyard St, Eugene
Eugene's beloved outdoor pool featuring three tanks, two water slides, a diving platform, hot tub, sandbox, and lap lanes. Offers rec swim, family swim, and swim lessons. Pool hours change often — check the website before you go! More info

🏊 Swimming at Echo Hollow Pool Open year-round • Youth $6, Adult $7, Senior $6, Family $20
📍Echo Hollow Pool, 1655 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene
Indoor and outdoor pools featuring a 25-yard indoor pool, 25-meter outdoor pool, water slide, hot tub, water basketball, and splash play. Offers rec swim, family swim, water volleyball, lap swim, and swim lessons. Pool hours change often — check the website before you go! More info

🏊 Swimming at Sheldon Pool Open year-round • Youth $6, Adult $7, Senior $6, Family $20
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Indoor pool complex featuring a 25-yard tank, diving well, and warm water pool. Offers rec swim, family swim, baby swim, sensory swim, lap swim, and swim lessons. Pool hours change often — check the website before you go! More info

🌊 Splash at Lively Park Open through September 7 • Check website for pricing
📍Splash at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Eugene-Springfield's ONLY indoor waterpark! Wave pool, huge waterslide, waterfall fountain, kiddie pool, lap swimming, and more. Offers waterpark swims, lap swim, and swim lessons. Mon–Sat 1–4pm & 4:30–7:30pm, Sun 1–5pm. Pool hours change often — check the website before you go! More info

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