By Emerson Malone and Andrea Harvey
Whether you’re in Eugene or Portland this weekend, there’s plenty to do. Here are some of the best events our arts & culture editors have rounded up for you. Click on the event location to bring it up in a Google Map.
Events on campus:
Outdoor Concert on the Quad:
Friday, June 19, 7 p.m., Memorial Quad, free
Bring your blankets, folding chairs, picnic baskets and friends to this outdoor concert on the lawn, the final event for the first-ever Band Director Academy of the UO School of Music and Dance.
International Fellowship of Conductors, Composers and Collaborators Final Concert:
Friday, June 19, 7:30 p.m., Beall Concert Hall, free
Flute Extremes Recital:
Sunday, June 21, 2 p.m., Collier House, free
The UO’s summer Flute Extremes (FluX) workshop returns for its third annual workshop recital.
Off-campus in Eugene:
Sidewalk to Catwalk: Downtown Fashion Show:
Thursday, June 18, 6:30 p.m., Hult Center Lobby, free
For the sixth year, the Hult Center for the Performing Arts, the City of Eugene and Silver Lining Productions will host a free fashion show featuring everything from street style to couture by local designers. Bring a donation of toiletries to support Womenspace, Inc.
JOEY BADA$$ World Domination Tour:
Thursday, June 18, 9 p.m. WOW Hall, all ages, $30 at the door.
From Brooklyn, this artist describes his hip-hop music as “revolutionary rap.” With special guests Mick Jenkins and Denzel Aquarius’Killa Curry, Joey Badass will perform at WOW Hall tonight as part of his world touring show.
Blairalley’s Free Play Friday:
Friday, June 19, Blairalley Vintage Arcade, all day
Blairalley Vintage Arcade (or barcade) has blessed us all with free arcade games every Friday. With a full bar and food menu, including beers on tap, they open at 2 p.m. and close at 2 a.m., allowing minors until 9 p.m.
Grieves Out of the Rain Tour:
Saturday, June 20, Hi-Fi Music Hall, 9 p.m.
Seattle-based rap/hip-hop artist graces Eugene with live music tonight as part of his national tour. Catch him tonight performing with Grayskul and Metric. Tickets still available for $16-$18 — visit Hi-Fi’s website for more information.
Flea Market:
Saturday, June 20, First United Methodist Church, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
You know the drill. Bring a wad of cash and stop by the event this Saturday for all your knick-knacks, needed or not. If you have stuff to sell, you can even buy a spot for $30 and keep the profit.
Flextravaganza:
Saturday, June 20, 6:00 p.m., Lane Community College Ragozzino Performance Hall, $15
Flex Studios hosts their annual circus event this Saturday, featuring a bearded lady, strong man, tightrope walker and more. This performing arts company is sure to put on an incredible show.
#GOSKATEBOARDINGDAY:
Sunday, June 21, WJ Skatepark and Urban Plaza, 12:30 p.m.
DC and Tactics are hosting a day of skateboarding and celebration this Sunday in honor of International Skateboarding Day. The event will include a grom bowl jam, open bowl jam, best trick down the plaza three block and plenty of barbecued grub.
Cult Movie Night Film Club Presents The Wicker Man
Sunday, June 21, The Boreal, 9 p.m., $2.
Calling film buffs and bargain hunters alike: The 1973 cult classic Wicker Man, starring Edward Woodward, will be screened for a mere $2 this Sunday. The horror film is about a police sergeant who’s sent to a Scottish island village in search of a missing girl whom the townsfolk claim never existed. Prepare to be spooked.
Portland events:
The Liar:
Thursday, June 18, The Artists Repertory Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $25
Written in 1634, this farce of a play is another notch on the belt of Portland theater’s recent binge of 17th-century comedy (See also: “Comedy of Errors”). “The Liar” plays for its final weekend through June 21.
Bill Burr:
Thursday, June 18, Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 7 p.m., $35–$45
The comedian, known for his stand-up specials, his own Monday Morning Podcast, and acting role in Breaking Bad, will come to Portland this weekend.
ComedySportz Father’s Day Weekend:
Friday, June 19, ComedySportz, 8 p.m., $15
The improv troupe known for its rapid-fire-exchange and 15-jokes-a-minute routine will let you bring your dad in for free if you buy your tickets in advance.
Captain Picard Day:
Saturday, June 20, Floating World Comics, 4 p.m., free
Rejoice, those who will go to their grave proclaiming Next Generation beats the original Star Trek series. Everyone is invited to submit artwork to the fourth annual Captain Picard Day that is inspired by Jean-Luc Picard’s infinite wisdom, composed leadership, and cue-ball skull. The competition is judged by a local celebrity panel.
John Yeon Center’s Special Father’s Day Watzek House Tour:
Sunday, June 21, 1 p.m., Watzek House, $40
Doug Loves Movies:
Sunday, June 21, Helium Comedy Club, 4:20 p.m., $22
Bring your father to the recording of the quintessential movie trivia podcast, as hosted by the perpetually squinty-eyed comedian Doug Benson (Super High Me, Getting Doug With High). Benson and his lineup of guests play games like “The Leonard Maltin Game” and “How Much Did This Sh-t Make?”, but will likely fly off the rails in a cannabis-induced stupor in no time.
Have an event you think the Emerald should include in its Wknd Calendar? Email the summer arts & culture team at [email protected].
