32 things to do in and around Eugene, OR on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26. Among them: Campus Life - Middle School Bible Study at Sutherlin Middle School (7 a.m.); Turkey Trot at Alton Baker Park (8:30 a.m.); Turkey Stuffer 5K at Lively Park (8:30 a.m.); Turkey Trot Eugene 10K & 5K at Alton Baker Park (9 a.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
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Eugene, OR · Pacific Time
7 a.m.–7:50 a.m. Pacific Time
Sutherlin Middle SchoolSutherlin, OR45 mi
Community
Middle school Bible study, a time to connect with friends and grow in faith. Everyone is welcome.
Sutherlin Middle School, 649 Fourth Ave, Sutherlin, OR 97479
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 7 a.m. to 7:50 a.m. Pacific Time
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8:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Pacific Time
Alton Baker ParkEugene, OR1.9 mi
Fitness class
A Turkey Trot holiday run and walk with 5K or 10K courses on the Ruth Bascom Trail network, with a portion of registrations benefiting Food for Lane County.
Alton Baker Park, 200 Day Island Rd, Eugene, OR 97401
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Pacific Time
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8:30 a.m. Pacific Time
Lively ParkSpringfield, OR9.8 mi
Fitness class
A 5K run, walk or roll through a scenic neighborhood course on Thanksgiving morning, with kids 12 and under running free.
Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield, OR 97478
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 8:30 a.m. Pacific Time
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9 a.m. Pacific Time
Alton Baker ParkEugene, OR1.9 mi
Fitness class
A 10K and 5K along the Ruth Bascom Trail by the Willamette River, starting and ending in Alton Baker Park, with the event benefiting FOOD for Lane County.
Alton Baker Park, 100 Day Island Rd, Eugene, OR 97401
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 9 a.m. Pacific Time
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9 a.m.–10 a.m. Pacific Time
Venue at 155 C StIndependence, OR55 mi
Festival
A Thanksgiving cookie box drop: preorder, then pick up a dozen freshly baked cookies to share a little sweetness.
Venue at 155 C St, 155 C Street, Independence, OR 97351
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Pacific Time
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10 a.m.–4 p.m. Pacific Time
Community
An exhibit at UO Libraries marking 150 years of student activism, creativity and leadership through periodicals, protest and organizing. Its title comes from a student editorial that expressed optimism about the future.
Knight Library, 1501 Kincaid Street, Eugene, OR 97403
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific Time
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10 a.m.–8 p.m. Pacific Time
Museum of Natural and Cultural HistoryEugene, OR2.7 mi
Talks + ideas
An interactive natural history exhibit exploring Oregon's ancient landscapes, climate, and wildlife, including giant salmon and Ice Age sloths. Included with museum admission; free for members and UO ID holders.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History, 1680 East 15th Avenue, Eugene, OR
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Pacific Time
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10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Pacific Time
McKenzie HallEugene, OR2.1 mi
Talks + ideas
A coffee hour for the history department's undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and staff: free coffee, pastries and conversation.
McKenzie Hall, 1101 Kincaid Street, Eugene, OR 97403
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Pacific Time
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11 a.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Time
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of ArtEugene, OR2.3 mi
Art
Jeffrey Gibson: They Teach Love, a survey of 20 artworks by the Mississippi Choctaw and Cherokee artist, uniting sculpture, paintings, prints and video with elk hides, tipi poles, beadwork and fringe.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, 1430 Johnson Ln, Eugene, OR 97403
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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12:15 p.m.–2:15 p.m. Pacific Time
North Fork TavernEugene, OR6.7 mi
Food & drink
Thanksgiving Dinner at North Fork Tavern in Eugene.
North Fork Tavern, 2805 Shadowview, Eugene, OR 97408
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 12:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Pacific Time
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2 p.m.–4 p.m. Pacific Time
Sybaris BistroAlbany, OR40 mi
Community
Food & drink
A Thanksgiving feast that doubles as a fundraiser for a charitable organization. The cooks are people who like spending the whole day in a kitchen.
Sybaris Bistro, 442 W 1st Ave, Albany, OR 97321
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific Time
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4 p.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Time
Other
Florence Food Share's free pop-up pantry at Oak Terrace Apartments: staples, proteins, dairy and produce, typically a three- to five-day supply for a household.
Oak Terrace Appartments, 2450 Oak Street, Florence, OR 97439
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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4:16 p.m. Pacific Time
Tabletop KingdomRoseburg, OR59 mi
Other
Magic: The Gathering in Commander, its four-player format: each deck is built around one legendary card, its commander, and everyone starts at 40 life. Casual play for up to 32 players.
Tabletop Kingdom, 780 NW Garden Valley Blvd, STE 64, Roseburg, OR 97471
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 4:16 p.m. Pacific Time
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4:45 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Owen Rose GardenEugene, OR0.6 mi
Fitness class
Runs across the dates shown. A river walk along the Willamette River and a guided forest bath at Owen Rose Garden, home to 750 rose varieties and Eugene's Heritage Cherry Tree.
Limited run.
Owen Rose Garden, 169 Fir Lane, Eugene, OR 97404
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 4:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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5 p.m.–10 p.m. Pacific Time
Free beginner board game night at FunAgain Games for all ages and experience levels, with a game teacher on site to help you learn.
Funagain Games Eugene, 2817 Oak St, Eugene, OR 97405
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pacific Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Pacific Time
Venue at 364 Colbalt LnCreswell, OR10 mi
Community
Community Food for Creswell Kitchen at 364 Colbalt Ln in Oregon.
Venue at 364 Colbalt Ln, 364 Cobalt Ln, Creswell, OR 97426
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Time
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5 p.m. Pacific Time
True Tato GamingSweet Home, OR30 mi
Game night
Magic: The Gathering in Commander, its four-player format: each deck is built around one legendary card, its commander, and everyone starts at 40 life. Casual play.
True Tato Gaming, 1262 Main St, Sweet Home, OR 97386
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Jazzy Ladies Cafe & ClubEugene, OR1.4 mi
Live music
Runs across the dates shown. Live jazz performances with no cover charge, and food and drinks are sold. The menu includes gluten-free and dairy-free options.
Limited run.
Jazzy Ladies Cafe & Club, 560 Oak St, Eugene, OR 97401
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m. Pacific Time
Other
Drew Brew Crew: a running group focused on speed workouts, meeting at tracks, trails and hills for 3-mile intervals.
Weekly, Thursdays
Run site varies, concludes at Bier Stein, 1591 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97401
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 6 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Pacific Time
The Bier SteinEugene, OR1.7 mi
Food & drink
A casual, open social group that gathers at The Bier Stein to hang out and meet new people, with a walk afterward now and then.
The Bier Stein, 1591 Willamette St, Eugene, OR
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Fitness class
Runs across the dates shown. A guided walk through the Whilamut Natural Area follows trails and the river, with stories along the way and a forest bathing practice. The walk explores the valley's history, culture, and natural cycles.
Limited run.
Alton Baker Park, 200 Day Island Rd, Eugene, OR 97401
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Pacific Time
Food & drink
A church-hosted Thanksgiving feast with ham and classic sides, open to anyone who would rather not spend the day alone.
First Baptist Church of Eugene, 3550 Fox Meadow Rd, Eugene, OR 97408
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Beer station JCJunction City, OR12 mi
Trivia
A weekly trivia game open to all ages at no cost to play, with prizes for winners.
Weekly, Thursdays
Beer station JC, 495 Holly Street, Junction City, OR 97448
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Community
Lace & Literature: a monthly Sapphic book club celebrating LGBTQ+ historic fiction. $5.
Shelton McMurphey Johnson House, 303 Willamette St,, Eugene, OR 97401
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Parking is permitted behind the house, off of Third Street, and at the lot behind the train station on the south side of Shelton-McMurphey Boulevard.
Parking behind the house is relatively limited.From smjhouse.org, Oct 24, 2026
We don’t have a dress code…this is Eugene after all!From smjhouse.org, Oct 24, 2026
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7 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Live music
Runs across the dates shown. Performances feature local, regional and national acts. The shows are always free and open to all ages.
Limited run.
beergarden., 777 W 6th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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7 p.m.–10 p.m. Pacific Time
EugeneEugene, OR1.1 mi
Dancing
Latin Dance Night with DJ Vito bringing Salsa, Bachata and Timba. Family-friendly fun for all ages and skill levels.
Eugene, 232 Lincoln St., Eugene, OR 97401
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pacific Time
Food: wings · tacos · burgers · sandwiches · salads · soup · Vegan options · Vegetarian options · Gluten-free optionsFrom the venue's menu, Oct 18, 2026
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7 p.m.–10 p.m. Pacific Time
Axe & FiddleCottage Grove, OR18 mi
Open mic
Performers take the mic at an open mic night with local favorite Bradly Shepherd, hosted by Urban Moore. Music, poetry and comedy all have a turn. Open mic is where the name does most of the work.
Every other Thursday.
Axe & Fiddle, 657 E Main St, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pacific Time
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8 p.m. Pacific Time
The Big DirtyEugene, OR1.3 mi
Food & drink
Pre-Funk Hour is happy hour at The Big Dirty, an immersive bar, music venue, and nightlife experience under one roof.
The Big Dirty, 844 Olive St, Eugene, OR 97401
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 8 p.m. Pacific Time
Downtown Eugene offers free parking in city garages after 6PM and all day on Saturday and Sunday.From thebigdirty.live, Oct 24, 2026
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8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
World-famous karaoke at the Barn Light, where you can sing or just watch, with an extended happy hour going.
Weekly, Thursdays
The Barn Light, 924 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97401
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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Art
Collecting America, recent acquisitions at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, which has collected American and regional art since the 1960s.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, 1430 Johnson Ln, Eugene, OR 97403
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Time not listed
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Classes, exhibits and seasons open for more than a month.
11 a.m. Pacific Time
Albany CarouselAlbany, OR41 mi
Family
Runs across the dates shown. Little ones write letters to Santa, share their Christmas wishes and tell him what makes this season special. Santa writes back.
Ongoing.
Albany Carousel, 503 1st Street W, Albany, OR 97321
Ongoing through Dec 13, 11 a.m. Pacific Time
Ongoing through Dec 13
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4 p.m. Pacific Time
Runs across the dates shown.
Ongoing.
Mystic Bay, 2049 Winchester Ave, Reedsport, OR 97467
Ongoing through Dec 17, 4 p.m. Pacific Time
Ongoing through Dec 17
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