Good morning, Eugene.

A tractor-trailer from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints delivered 30K pounds of food to Food for Lane County just before noon on Tuesday along Broadway in West Eugene—this shipment of shelf-stable staples comes as government food distributions to local banks have been significantly cut.

Valley River Center in Eugene hosts holiday festivities now through Dec.

24—offering Santa visits, sensory events on Dec. 7 for children with sensitivities, and pet photo days on Nov. 24, Dec. 1, and Dec. 8—while featuring a Giving Tree Campaign, a Giving Machine Launch Party on Nov. 24, and a Hanukkah Wonderland event on Dec. 14 to help families celebrate the season.

Nate Bittle, Jackson Shelstad, and Kwame Evans Jr. led Oregon to an 87-75 win over Oregon State on Monday night — Bittle scored 24, Shelstad scored 22, and Evans recorded a double-double as the Ducks improved to 4-0.

Oregon Alliance of YMCAs 2025 Fall Conference

12 PM – 12 PM — Valley River Inn — No registration fee upfront — A vibrant gathering for networking and learning among YMCA professionals.

Eugene Saturday Market Holiday Market 2025

10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Lane Events Center — Free admission — Shop unique handcrafted gifts and enjoy international cuisine alongside live performances.

Run to Stay Warm

9 AM – 12:30 PM — Downtown Riverfront Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in a community run that supports those in need during winter months.

Turkey Trot

9:00 a.m. — Alton Baker Park — Registration fee required — Lace up for a charitable run/walk benefiting Food for Lane County with options of 5K or 10K courses.

Eugene Weavers’ Guild 14th Annual Fiber Arts Celebration and Holiday Sale

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Eugene Textile Center — Various price ranges — Celebrate fiber arts with weaving demos, family activities, and a holiday sale featuring handcrafted items.

Ballet Fantastique: Christmas in Toyland Featuring Duke Ellington's Nutcracker

2:30-4 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Family-friendly event — Experience a jazz-infused holiday escapade with enchanting visuals and a whimsical story.

O Christmas Tea - A British Comedy

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a laugh-out-loud British comedy that blends propriety with unexpected humor.

Eugene Symphony - Elf In Concert

2:00-3:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Enjoy a festive live concert featuring the film 'Elf' with an orchestral score.

Eugene Symphony: Handel's Messiah

7:30-9 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience the majesty and emotion of Handel's Messiah with a rich orchestration that enhances this beloved holiday masterpiece.

Maddy O'Neal Live Performance

7-9:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Ticket information not specified — Experience a vibrant journey of dirty funky bass music blended with soulful melodies and glitchy rhythms.