Life in Eugene
Eugene is a diverse and eclectic city located at the southern end of the Willamette Valley surrounded by the dynamic beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
Framed by rolling wine country, agricultural lands, and lush green forests, Eugene offers easy access to stunning natural beauty and endless outdoor adventures. Travel an hour west to visit sandy beaches and explore dramatic coastal destinations. Just a few hours east, climb to the summit of snow-capped Cascades and make a downhill ski run. With its neighbor city Springfield, Eugene offers an unparalleled quality of life affirmed and enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.
Music & Entertainment
Seasonal outdoor theater with food & beverage vendors featuring live musical performances.
Modern performing arts venue featuring over 700 events and performances each year.
On-campus multipurpose arena and home of the Oregon Ducks.
Spacious entertainment venue in a converted 1925 former cinema hosting a range of music & comedy.
Historic community center hosting concerts in a wide range of genres.
Outdoor Adventures
City of Eugene
Parks & Open Space
Lane County Parks
Oregon State Parks
US Forest Service
Local Media
Daily newspaper based in Portland with a statewide focus.
Daily newspaper serving the Eugene-Springfield area.
Independent, student-run newspaper at the University of Oregon.
Alternative weekly covering local and state politics, news, arts & culture.
Quarterly lifestyle magazine focusing on everything that makes Eugene one of the most livable cities in America.
ABC-affiliated television station located in Eugene.
CBS affiliated television station located in Eugene.
NBC and CW+ affiliated station located in Eugene.