Excelsior Inn

Art and music are in the air at the John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts. This impressive entertainment venue offers Eugene music fans an incredible array of performances by a wide variety of performers of all genres of music. In addition to the busy schedule of shows, the facility is also home to the Shedd Institute Music School where aspiring musicians can learn about their art and develop it to its fullest potential.

Mom and dad will love the fact that the kids can learn about Eugene's history while getting some great exercise when visiting the Riverplay Discovery Village Playground. This is one of the largest playgrounds in the state and offers visitors a chance to experience the state's history and culture in a truly unique way. Creative play attractions and state-of-the-art features are the order of the day here, as the kids will enjoy climbing a 25-foot replica of Skinner Butte, uncovering fossils and exploring a replica of old pioneer villages.

There are classic events, and then there are classically classic events like the Oregon Bach Festival held the last part of June and into early July. Under the superb leadership of Helmuth Riling, the festival presents the choral and orchestral masterworks of Sebastian Bach. The event is held in Eugene at the University of Oregon's Beall Concert Hall and the Hult Center for the Performing Arts as well as other cities in Oregon.