Things To Do
"Eugene is touted as the "World's Greatest City of the Arts and Outdoors” for its abundance of arts and culture, passion for sports and recreation, and reputation as “Track Town USA.” With more ways to cross the river by bike than car and miles of riverside paths, Eugene is consistently ranked as a bike and pedestrian friendly community." - Convention & Visitors Association of Lane County Oregon
Oregon Relays
The Oregon Relays will be held at historic Hayward Field on April 30-1st, 2010 and combine the Northwest’s premier High School meet with the Northwest’s premier College/Pro meet to form a two day, National, super meet with 50 complete teams, 2000 athletes and thousands of fans. The meet will have a carnival atmosphere featuring live music, games, prizes and many unique events not seen anywhere else. >>Read More
Travel Lane County & Visitor's Guide
Check out this website for great ideas and tips on things to do while visiting Eugene. Search the Event Calendar by your travel dates to find out about other fun activities happening in the area!
The Saturday Market
The first Saturday Market was held on May 9, 1970. It rained, and there were 29 vendors. The Market now has over 800 active members and nearly 300 of these members sell each week, rain or shine. Don't miss this Eugene favorite.
King Estate Winery
Located just a short drive southwest of Eugene, the King Estate Winery is home to orchards and gardens, acres of rolling vineyards, their own Market Place and an exceptional wine bar and restaurant. Check out the links at Travel Lane County for more information on wine tasting in the beautiful Willamette Valley.
Oregon Spring Football Game & Fan Festival
The University of Oregon will host an extravaganza of sports-related activities to appeal to all appetites when it stages its Spring Fan Festival. The Football game is scheduled for Saturday, May 1st at 2:00.
Guide to Eugene Dining
Tasteful Oregon: Where to Find Truffles, B&B's, Wineries & Good Food on a Lane County Tour Article on travel Web site PostcardsForYou.Com, May 2007
More About Eugene
Eugene schools shine among top 100
Offspring Magazine, June 2000 Offspring Magazine ranks the Eugene School District as among the 100 best public school districts in the country.
5 Best Mountain Biking Towns
Bike Magazine, June 2002 Eugene is listed as one of their 5 Best Mountain Biking Towns
Best Cities for Women 2002
Ladies' Home Journal, April 2002 Best Cities for Women 2002 - Eugene ranked number 38.
Dirtropolis
Mountain Bike, June 2001. Eugene was ranked #9 in the top 10 best U.S. cities for Mountain Bikers. Learn More at www.visitlanecounty.org
