Eugene
Friday, Nov. 6
Mac Miller – McDonald Theatre (1010 Willamette St.; 7 p.m.)
Everyone’s favorite frat rapper is coming to Eugene this weekend so if you need to get your hip-hop fix before A$AP Rocky and Tyler the Creator next week get on over to McDonald Theatre. Having just released his new album, GO:OD AM, last month, Mac is sure to play new songs as well as his hits like “Donald Trump” and “Knock Knock.”
Saturday, Nov. 7
Emerald City Roller Girls Derby Bout – Lane Events Center (796 W 13th Ave.; 6 p.m.)
If you didn’t get a ticket to the game at Autzen but still want to see bruisers battle it out in Eugene, then check out Eugene’s own roller girls play in their third game of the season. First up is the Church of Sk8in versus the NW Pickup Artists and then Glitterbomb and Wigglestorm go head to head, literally. If those team names don’t spark your interest, then you need to reevaluate your opinions on entertainment.
Sunday, Nov. 8
Picc-A-Dilly Flea Market – the Lane County Fairgrounds (796 W 13th Ave.; 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.)
If you want to buy some weird Eugene wares and crafts but didn’t make it to the Saturday Market then head over to the Fairgrounds for our city’s only flea market. Its focus on family values and local businesses is sure to make everyone feel welcome as they wander around the stands.
Portland
Friday, Nov. 6
Murder Mystery Machine – The Funhouse Lounge (2432 SE 11th Ave; 7 p.m.)
If you’re still craving some spooky activities from Halloween then get to Portland Friday night to experience a live, improvised murder mystery on stage. The actors portray the Scooby-Doo Mystery Gang as they try to solve a murder. It’s supposed to be dark, bloody, and terrifying so viewer discretion is advised.
Saturday, Nov. 7
Portland Wordstock – the Portland Art Museum (1219 SW Park Ave.; 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.)
But if you’re more of a book nerd and are interested in author meetings and readings, food, and anything involving literature, then head to Wordstock- Portland’s very own book festival. It features discussions with authors such as John Irving, Jon Krakauer, Adrian Tomine, Wendell Pierce and actor Jesse Eisenberg. There will also be pop-up readings, food carts, and a beverage garden. The fest is open to all ages for everyone to get their reading on.
Sunday, Nov. 8
A Streetcar Named Delicious Coffee Tour – Case Study Coffee (802 SW 10th Ave.; 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
Right next to its beer scene, Portland is probably most known for its artisan coffee shops so if you’ve ever wanted to try them out then take this walking tour in downtown Portland. On this tour you’ll experience five different roasters and cafes, learn about different brewing processes, and discover Portland’s history of coffee. Get $40 and you can get caffeinated this Sunday in Portland.
What’s going on in Eugene and Portland this weekend (Nov. 6-8)
Alex Ruby
November 4, 2015
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