Fun Things To Do!
Featured Event: Light of Liberty Festival
Island Park
175 W B Street
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Now in its sixth year, Light of Liberty is a fundraiser featuring music, food, family fun - and, of course, a fabulous fireworks show set to music and reflected over the scenic Willamette River.
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Downtown Springfield Art WalkMain St., Springfield, Oregon 97477-1074Every Second Friday - 5:00 -8:00 p.m.
Together with the Mayor's Art Show, Eugene Storefront Art Project, NEDCO, the Washburne Cafe, Emerald Art Center, Springfield Museum, and many downtown merchants. |
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Emerald Art Center500 Main St., Springfield, Oregon 97477-1074Phone: 541-726-8595 Website The Emerald Art Association began in 1957 when a group of artists and art lovers took on the task of building an art league. The Emerald Art Center offers art classes, gallery showings, and a gift shop. They also have a Mayor's Art Show. |
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Historic Springfield Depot2nd & South A., Springfield, OR 97477Website Built in the 1890's by Southern Pacific, the Train Depot is a SP Standard #22 Victorian/stick style. It was moved, and later restored. It now houses the Chamber of Commerce. |
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Springfield Museum590 Main Street, Springfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-726-2300 Website The Museum is housed in the 1911 Oregon Power Company transformer station. Because of its unique architecture and its important role in the early utility industry, the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. |
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Wildish Community Theater630 Main St., Springfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-868-0689 Website Groups ranging from dance teachers to jazz musicians and theater troupes stage productions in this intimate theater renowned for excellent acoustics. Resident companies include Chamber Music Amici and Swing Shift. |
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McKenzie River Valley to Sisters OregonMcKenzie River WebsiteSisters Oregon Website
This is a beautiful drive along the McKenzie River to Sisters, Oregon. The drive takes less than two hours. Shop to your hearts content when you get to Sisters. |
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Springfield to Florence OregonWebsite
Just an hour away heading west, Florence Oregon is a great day trip. Shop in Old Town or sink your toes into the sand on one of the many beaches. Camping, dune buggies, boating, shopping, beaches, jetties, fishing, horse riding, the Sea Lion Caves, and more. |
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Oregon Whitewater Adventures39620 Deerhorn Road, Springfield, OR 97478 Phone: 1-800-820-RAFT, 541-746-5422 Daily Whitewater Rafting River Trips! Just an hour from Eugene/Springfield, the spectacular McKenzie River offers a perfect sampling of remarkable Oregon scenery and exciting and fun whitewater thrills in the Cascade Mountain Range. The Lower McKenzie, a family favorite, has calm, scenic stretches spiced with exciting Class II and III whitewater, including the famed Martin's Rapids. The Upper McKenzie offers excitement with exhilarating action with fast and nearly continuous Class II and III whitewater. You will be part of the team as you assist your guide in paddling through thrilling rapids. Discover the whitewater and scenery that have made the McKenzie a recreational landmark. A half-day trip on either section of this crystal clear river includes the longest and most exciting rapids. The full-day trips include further river miles and a delicious riverside lunch. Reservations are required. |
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Light Of Liberty Celebration
July 4th Light of Liberty is a fundraiser featuring music, food, family fun and a fabulous fireworks show set to music and reflected over the scenic Willamette River. Musical entertainment will include Brooks Robertson (born in Eugene), Mystery Train, and Sha Na Na. Event Location: Island Park; Springfield, OR Event Admission: $7. Children 5 and under are free.
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Springfield SummerFair - JulyIsland Park, 200 W. B Street, Springfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-736-4104 Website SummerFair celebrates Springfield in a big way! Music, PetFest, FamilyFest and the ArtFest are all part of this summer eventin addition to outdoor movie, ranch to river run/walk, pancake breakfast, BirthdayFest, family barbecue, Kids' FishingFest, Filbert Sweet Treat Contest, and a Softball Tournament. Fun for the whole family! |
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Fiesta Latina - SummerIsland Park, 200 W. B StreetSpringfield, OR 97477 Phone: 541-357-9052 Website Annual event held in Island Park in Springfield. Promotes the art, food, dance, and culture of all Latin American countries. |
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Christmas ParadeWebsite |
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Dorris Ranch Living History Farm205 Dorris Street, Springfield, Oregon 97477Phone: 541-954-7213 Website For those who truly enjoy the experience of seeing history and nature firsthand. There is no substitute for the excitement of visiting an actual historical place—to feel, touch, smell and even taste the products of this bountiful land. |
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Marketplace@Sprout!Fridays 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.418 A Street, Springfield, OR 97477 Website The Springfield Farmers' Market is now called Marketplace@Sprout!, and is open from 3 pm to 7 pm every Friday night in downtown Springfield. Marketplace@Sprout! provides a year-round sales outlet for farmers and local food entrepreneurs. The Marketplace encourages direct community participation in the food security of the Springfield/Eugene area. |
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Silvan Ridge - Hinman Vineyards27012 Briggs Hill Road, Eugene, OR 97405Phone: (866) 5-SILVAN Website Silvan Ridge Winery is located in the South Willamette Valley and maintains the tradition of a small European winery. |
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's Wine35843 Highway 58 #10 A wine shop and tasting room in Pleasant Hill specializing in imported wines from Germany. Open Tuesday through Thursday, 12-6 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 12-7 p.m. |
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Washburne Historical DistrictRoughly bounded by G, 10th, A, and 2nd Sts., Springfield, Oregon 97477Website The Washburne Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Historic District was established in 1985 and is named for C.W. Washburne who was a prominent banker and mill owner in Springfield. He was the owner and operator. Washburn Historic District includes a large number of historic buildings. |
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Springfield Public Library225 Fifth Street, Springfield, Oregon 97477Phone: 541-726-3766 Website Springfield has a truly wonderful library with an extensive collection. They offer something for all ages with their special events and variety of programs. |
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Cinemark Theaters 12 & 17Gateway Mall, Springfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-741-3438 Cinemark 12 Website Cinemark 17 Website There are two theaters located at Gateway Mall. Cinemark 12 has bargain prices for popular movies that have left the major theaters. Cinemark 17 shows current run movies. |
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Movies in the ParkVarious Parks in Springfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-736-4544 Website Outdoor movies are back! Bring your blanket and chairs for a movie under the stars. Entertainment is free and concessions are available. |
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Concerts in the ParkVarious Parks in Springfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-736-4544 Website Nothing says summer like listening to live music in the park. Pack up your blanket and enjoy a picnic with your neighbors. Entertainment is free and concessions are available. |
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Island Park200 W. B Street, Springfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-736-4104 Website Island Park is the host to some great festivals throughout the year. Includes shelter and stage rentals. Located next to the Willamette River, Island Park offers wildlife viewing as well as a playground, boat launch, fishing and a bike path. |
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Mill Race Park200 South Mill, Springfield, Oregon 97477Phone: 541-746-5359 Website Mill Race Park is a little gem with picnic tables, benches, native plantings and interpretive signage regarding the Millrace and the history of Springfield. |
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Willamalane Park & RecreationSpringfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-736-4544 Website The center is centrally located next to the Regional Sports Center offers parties, club meetings, dances, workshops, classroom instruction, business meetings and multi-media presentations. Rent a room and playground. Another great birthday party place. |
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Camp Putt Adventure Golf Park4006 Franklin Blvd., Springfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-741-9828 Website The Northwest's premier miniature golf destination offering two eighteen hole courses located on two acres of lush landscape. It's a great place for the entire family where fun is par for the course. Reservations are not needed |
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Willamalane Center for Sports & Recreation200 S. 32nd St., Springfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-747-4781 Website Willamalane Center for Sports & Recreation is the largest indoor community facility in the Northwest offering basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, table tennis, hockey leagues, derby bouts and practice, boxing, cage fighting, pro and amateur wrestling, fitness area, and a batting cage. |
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Springfield Country Club90333 Sunderman Road, Springfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-747-9811 Website Featuring 18 beautiful and challenging holes, practice and teaching facilities, dining and banquet facilities and a welcoming country club community...Springfield Country Club is the perfect combination of friendship, fun, and golf at an affordable price. |
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Splash! Lively Park Swim Center6100 Thurston Rd., Springfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-736-4244 Website Splash! has a wave pool, slide, water basketball hoop, kiddie pool, water exercise, and an adult spa. They have onvenient family changing rooms, concessions and a sundeck. Great place to have birthday parties. |
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Willamalane Park Swim Center1276 G. Street, Springfield, OR 97477Phone: 1-541-736-4080 Website Willamalane Park Swim Center is the most popular competitive pool in the region. It has an eight lane, 25-yard lap pool and diving boards. There is also a wheelchair-accessible, warm-water play/exercise pool. Enjoy the water slide, adult spa, accessible deep-water pool and community rooms. |
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