Ever heard someone complain there’s nothing to do in Eugene? It is simply untrue. Whether you’re looking for beer, comedy or music, Eugene has plenty to keep you entertained this term. Ditch your basement fraternity party or your 50th trip to Max’s for one of these nights out.

Oct. 3 Art Walk: Lane Arts Council will host its monthly First Friday Artwalk, which includes several galleries and shops to check out. The art walk begins at 5:30 p.m. and is free with a guided tour hosted by Eugene’s Slug Queen, Queen Professor Bulbus Slimebledore.

The tour begins at The New Zone Gallery on 164 W Broadway. At New Zone, attendees are exposed to experimental art produced by local artists. The gallery prides itself in producing a home for non-traditional pieces of art and many of the art pieces represent the artist’s unique experiments and creativity.

The next stop is at Passion Flower Design on 128 E Broadway. The goal of this unique flower shop is to “make the world a more beautiful place,” according to their website. Passion Flower has paintings and drawings on display and for sale from Erika Beyer, a local Eugene artist.

Pacific Rim Art Guild and Gallery, the tour’s third host gallery, showcases art pieces that “express the Heart of God through art.” This gallery’s goal is to express one’s God given talents. Pacific Rim has art from professional artists, but also includes art from those who take up art as a hobby.

Out on a Limb gallery provides some of the funkiest pieces on the art walk. The gallery is located on 191 E Broadway. Out on a Limb features obscure artwork made from everyday objects.

The final stop on the art walk is Goldworks Jewelry Art Studio on 169 E Broadway. This shop has unique designer rings, necklaces and earrings. A large portion of jewelry pieces are crafted in Eugene and the shop also features jewelry from professional artists.

October

Oct 2 Aaron Carter, This Boy That Girl and Matt Ryan King: Aaron Carter returns to WOW Hall in his Wonderful World Tour. It’s sure to be funny, at the very least. WOW Hall (291 W 8th Ave.), tickets $18 in advance, $2o at the door. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m.

Oct 24  UO Campus Oktoberfest: Watch the UO vs. Cal football game while enjoying Oktoberfest music and food. Alcohol isn’t allowed on campus, but look for alcohol voucher giveaways for 21 and over students. South Lawn of the Knight Library, free, 2 p.m. – midnight.

Oct 26 Mt. Pisgah Arboretum Mushroom Festival: Ditch the Pumpkin Spice Latte and celebrate fall with mushrooms, music and food at this annual festival. Mt. Pisgah Arboretum (Take exit 189 off I-5, just south of Eugene-Springfield), free admission with a suggested donation of $8, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Oct 29 Chromeo and Wave Racer: Celebrate Halloween early with this sure to be energizing show. McDonald Theater (1010 Willamette St.), tickets $29.50 in advance, $33 at the door. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m.

Oct 31 Foreverland: Thrill your night with this Halloween Michael Jackson tribute show, played by a 14-piece band. McDonald Theater, tickets $16 in advance, $20 at the door. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m.

November

Nov 7-8 McKenzie Cider and Craft Beer Festival: Enjoy fall beers at this festival with over 60 craft beers and ciders, music and food. Willamalane Center (250 S 32nd St. in Springfield) tickets $12 in advance, $15 on site, 5 – 11 p.m. Friday, 12 – 11 p.m. Saturday.

Nov 16 Chris D’Elia: Hear D’Elia joke about Drake and drunk girls at his comedy show. McDonald Theater (1010 Willamette St.), tickets $30. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m.

Nov 20 David Sedaris: See the witty, ironic humorist responsible for Me Talk Pretty One Day and several other books. Hult Center for the Performing Arts (1 Eugene Center), tickets $29.50-$49.50, 8 p.m.

Nov 22 Lane County Farmer’s Market Holiday Market: The holiday farmer’s market continues every weekend until Dec. 21, featuring locally grown food, restaurant vendors and music. Lane Events Center (796 W 13th Ave.), free admission, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sundays.

Nov 23-24 Cirque Dreams: Holidaze: Check out Cirque du Soleil’s holiday show — it may be the only chance you have to see Santa fly. Hult Center for the Performing Arts (1 Eugene Center), tickets $30-73, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.

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