Welcome to your weekend guide for Eugene! We've got some fun library crafting sessions and the much-loved Saturday Farmers Market happening. Don't miss the last chance for the Goat Yoga experience if you've been planning it!
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Little Hands Can at Grassroots Garden
Grassroots Garden
A totally free, hands-on activity for kids in the garden this Saturday morning.
Fun with LEGO
Bethel Branch Library
Drop-in LEGO building session Saturday afternoon—no registration needed.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Bethel Branch Library
Perfectly timed early Saturday morning storytime for your youngest readers.
· February 28
4: This is the 7th iteration of the Youth Math Festival at McArthur Court. If your kids enjoy puzzles or quantitative thinking, this specialized event is worth checking out.It's a unique, one-day educational festival focused on math for youth.
FREE : A drop-in building activity happening at the Downtown Library in the early afternoon. Perfect for creative kids who love hands-on projects.A library building session on a Saturday afternoon is a reliable winner for families.
: The Applegate Art Guild is hosting a monthly Family Craft Day on the first Saturday of the month. This is your best bet for a dedicated crafting session this weekend.It’s a dedicated craft day event happening on Saturday, matching the 'first Saturday' recurrence pattern.
FREE : A free, garden-based activity for kids called Little Hands Can. This is a fantastic free option if you want to get outside early Saturday.It is explicitly listed as FREE and connects kids with gardening on Saturday.
· March 1
1: This performance is running this weekend, offering a fun, contemporary take on The Little Mermaid set to 80s pop music. Check for showtimes.It's a limited-run performance happening on Sunday, offering a high-quality cultural event.
Also On· anytime this weekend
7: Drop in to the Bethel Branch Library with your 5-to-9-year-olds to get creative building with LEGOs. It sounds like a great, low-key afternoon activity.It’s a specific, age-targeted activity happening right in the neighborhood library on Saturday afternoon.
FREE : A perfect morning stop for the littlest members of your family. This storytime focuses on fun and learning for babies and toddlers accompanied by their grown-ups.It hits the prime early morning slot for toddlers and happens at a local library branch.
FREE : Head downtown for a Saturday storytime session designed for young children and their grown-ups. A great way to spend a couple of hours downtown.It's a popular, scheduled storytime event at the main downtown branch.
FREE : Start your Saturday morning by grabbing fresh produce and supporting local vendors. It’s a classic Eugene outing perfect for strolling with the family.A staple weekend activity that's great for all ages, happening early Saturday morning.
: Catch this daily planetarium show today at 4 PM—it's your last chance as the run ends today! A great way to wind down a Saturday afternoon indoors.It's the final day for this show, and it's happening at a dedicated science venue.
FREE : There is a second LEGO session running on Sunday afternoon at 1 PM at the Downtown Library. Great for those who missed the Saturday session or want more building time.Offers a second chance for a LEGO activity on Sunday at the main library location.
: If you have older kids looking for some high-tech fun on Sunday, check out the Arena Madness event at the local VR gaming center.It's a one-off event centered around modern gaming technology, great for older kids.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Eugene this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-Mar 1) offers a few free options, including the Saturday Farmers Market at 9 AM, the Little Hands Can at Grassroots Garden on Saturday, and the Family Fun: Building session at the Downtown Library on Saturday afternoon.
Are there any library events happening on Sunday?
Yes, while most library programming is listed for Saturday, the Downtown Library is hosting a drop-in Family Fun: LEGO session on Sunday starting at 1:00 PM.
What's happening on Saturday evening?
The best family option for Saturday evening is Family Bingo starting at 5:30 PM at Drop Bear Brewery.
