Willamalane Events Calendar
Have new, exciting experiences with your family and friends all season long with fall events around Springfield, Oregon.
We have lots of events planned throughout the season, and we'll announce more of them as we get closer. Stay tuned by signing up for our newsletter!
DECEMBER
Trips Preview Party
Get a sneak peek of all the trips you can join this winter and spring! Plus you can register on site for the trips you want to take. Enjoy light refreshments, win door prizes and meet the staff and volunteers who will guide your adventures. If you can’t make this one, stop by the Willamalane Preview Party for another chance to preview trips and register early.
- Willamalane Adult Activity Center
- Thursday, Dec. 2, 1 p.m.
- Free
- No registration is needed - just come by!
Esports Night
Willamalane Esports Nights are all about building a community of middle school gamers and helping them build skills and strategies to up their game. We'll play a variety of the most popular games out for teens.
- Bob Keefer Center
- $6 in-district, $8 out-of-district
- Thursday, Dec. 2, 6-8 p.m.
- Register here
Shana’s Trail Grand Opening Celebration
A new 800-meter running trail is opening at Willamalane Park honoring athlete Shana Thomas Barr. Sip a free hot drink, hear from the community partners who brought this project to life, and watch the inaugural youth fun run.
- Willamalane Park basketball courts, or tune in virtually on Facebook Live.
- Free
- Tuesday, Dec. 7, 3-3:30 p.m.
- No registration needed - just come by!
Willamalane Preview Party
Willamalane Park Swim Center
Preview programs and activities you and your family can enjoy this winter and spring and be ready to participate! Bring a swimsuit to try a water fitness class and play in the pool after the event, and bring your tennis shoes to try a yoga class or participate in a fun kids' run. We'll have demos, tours, and a wide variety of hands-on activities to choose from! Plus, score a 10% off coupon for featured classes and programs, valid on registration day the next morning, Wednesday, Dec. 8.
Join the fun:
- Willamalane Park Swim Center
- Free, with canned food donations gratefully accepted at the door
- Tuesday, Dec. 7, 3:30-8 p.m.
- No registration needed - just come by!
Schedule of events:
- 3 p.m.: Shana’s Trail grand opening at Willamalane Park basketball courts.
- 3:30 p.m.: Preview Party begins at Willamalane Park Swim Center. Browse hands-on activities and upcoming programs.
- 3:50 p.m.: Kids' fun run at Shana's Trail.
- 4:10 p.m.: Hatha Yoga demo in the outdoor covered area. Bring your own yoga mat.
- 4:30 p.m.: My First Sports demo for preschool-age kids and their grown-ups in the mural covered area. Wear sneakers.
- 4:50 p.m.: Active Exercise demo in the outdoor covered area. Wear sneakers.
- 5 p.m.: Kayak practice in the lap pool at Willamalane Park Swim Center. Wear a swimsuit or wetsuit and bring your own kayak.
- 5:10 p.m.: Water exercise demo in the warm water pool. Wear a swimsuit.
- 5:50 p.m.: Water exercise demo in the warm water pool. Wear a swimsuit.
- 6:30 p.m.: Free recreation swim in the pool.
- 8 p.m.: Event ends.
Winter and Spring Registration Day!
Registration for winter and spring programs opens at 8 a.m. Sign up for your favorite classes and programs. All attendees at the Willamalane Preview Party will receive a 10% off coupon that is valid for just Dec. 8!
- Wednesday, Dec. 8, 8 a.m.
- Register online, call 541-736-4544, or come into any facility.
Esports Night
Willamalane Esports Nights are all about building a community of middle school gamers and helping them build skills and strategies to up their game. We'll play a variety of the most popular games out for teens.
- Bob Keefer Center
- $6 in-district, $8 out-of-district
- Thursday, Dec. 9, 6-8 p.m.
- Register here
Springfilm: “North by Northwest”
Springfilm is a chance for our community to gather once a month at the Wildish Theater, enjoy a movie, and talk about it afterward. Free!
In December join us for “North by Northwest,” not rated, 1959. This classic suspense film finds New York City ad executive Roger O. Thornhill (Cary Grant) pursued by ruthless spy Phillip Vandamm (James Mason) after Thornhill is mistaken for a government agent. Hunted relentlessly by Vandamm's associates, the harried Thornhill ends up on a cross-country journey, meeting the beautiful and mysterious Eve Kendall (Eva Marie Saint) along the way.
- Wildish Community Theater
- Free
- Thursday, Dec. 9, 6:30-9 p.m.
- No registration needed - just come by!
Island Park Art Gallery Reception: Abigail DolbyView art on display at Island Park Art Gallery. Complimentary beer, wine, and light refreshments will be provided.
The artist, Abigail Dolby, is a studio and digital artist who uses her interdisciplinary skills to create artwork that inspires conversation; finding new ways to encourage curiosity in her viewers. Her studio work mostly consists of eccentric and provoking acrylic paintings. Her art will be on display at Island Park Art Gallery from Dec. 1-Jan. 25.
- Willamalane Adult Activity Center
- Free
- Friday, Dec. 10, 5-7 p.m.
- No registration needed - just come by!
Giving Season
This December, spread some cheer to our local community with just a few clicks! When you purchase an item on the Amazon wish list, you'll help neighbors identified by Every Child Lane County, 15th Night, Springfield Public Schools, Lane Council of Governments Senior & Disability Services, Escudo Latino, Lane County Seniors & Veterans, Willamalane Adaptive Recreation, and other local organizations! Food donations will go toward Willamalane’s Food Access Programs.
Don't use Amazon? Please consider donating cash to Willamalane directly via Square or at a Willamalane facility, and we will use your contribution to shop locally. We will also have food donation bins at every Willamalane facility. Please place your orders by Wednesday, Dec. 15, so we can make deliveries in a timely manner. Thank you for your generosity!
- Tuesday, Nov. 30, through Wednesday, Dec. 15
- Shop the wish list here
- Donate cash directly to Willamalane here
Esports Night
Willamalane Esports Nights are all about building a community of middle school gamers and helping them build skills and strategies to up their game. We'll play a variety of the most popular games out for teens.
- Bob Keefer Center
- $6 in-district, $8 out-of-district
- Thursday, Dec. 16, 6-8 p.m.
- Register here
Willamalane Park Master Plan Public Meeting
Willamalane is developing a new master plan for the future of this community park and we need your help! Three concepts have been designed and are available for public feedback. These concepts include possibilities for a new outdoor aquatic facility, a bike pump track, a new signature play area, and more. Please view the concepts, join Willamalane for a public meeting, and give your feedback.
- View the presentation and concepts in advance here
- Join the public meeting on Thursday, Dec. 16, 6-7 p.m. on Microsoft Teams here or Facebook Live here
- Share your feedback at the survey here
Discover Snowshoeing with Willamalane
Ages 8+. Join Willamalane for a guided snowshoe trip to Gold Lake. Route will include a 3 mile round trip of beautiful wilderness with scenic views and slight elevation changes. This snowshoeing trip is perfect for beginner and moderate skill levels.
- Departs from Bob Keefer Center.
- $59 in-district, $71 out-of-district
- Saturday, Dec. 18, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Register here
Winter Solstice Celebration
The winter solstice signifies the shortest day of the year and the longest night. Throughout the ages, solstice has been marked by different cultures through celebrations of light, feasts and music. Join us at Dorris Ranch for a family-friendly celebration of light with a campfire, storytelling, sweet treats, craft making and a luminary walk.
- Dorris Ranch
- $7 in-district, $9 out-of-district
- Tuesday, Dec. 21, 6-8 p.m.
- Register here
JANUARY
Springfilm: “The Thing”
Springfilm is a chance for our community to gather once a month at the Wildish Theater, enjoy a movie, and talk about it afterward. Free!
In January join us for “The Thing,” rated R, 1982. In remote Antarctica, a group of American research scientists are disturbed at their base camp by a helicopter shooting at a sled dog. When they take in the dog, it brutally attacks both human beings and canines in the camp and they discover that the beast can assume the shape of its victims. A resourceful helicopter pilot (Kurt Russell) and the camp doctor (Richard Dysart) lead the camp crew in a desperate, gory battle against the vicious creature before it picks them all off, one by one.
- Wildish Community Theater
- Free
- Thursday, Jan. 13, 6:30-9 p.m.
- No registration needed - just come by!
Kids Night Out: Let it Snow
Enjoy a night out while your kids have a blast at Two50 youth center. A light meal is provided.
- Bob Keefer Center
- $19 in-district, $23 out-of-district
- Friday, Jan. 14, 6-9 p.m.
- Register on Dec. 8
Snowshoeing the Cascades: Salt Creek
Ages 13+. Strap on a pair of snowshoes and take a 3-mile round-trip tour of scenic views and snowy wilderness. This snowshoeing trip is perfect for beginner and moderate skill levels. All gear, safety, transportation, and basic instruction is provided.
- Departs from Bob Keefer Center.
- $59 in-district, $71 out-of-district
- Saturday, Jan. 22, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Register on Dec. 8
FEBRUARY
Springfilm: “Strictly Ballroom”
Springfilm is a chance for our community to gather once a month at the Wildish Theater, enjoy a movie, and talk about it afterward. Free!
In February join us for “Strictly Ballroom,” rated PG, 1992. A top ballroom dancer pairs with a left-footed local girl, and when his maverick style earns him the disdain of his more conventionally-minded colleagues. Together, the team gives it their all and makes dreams of the National Championship title come true.
- Wildish Community Theater
- Free
- Thursday, Feb. 10, 6:30-9 p.m.
- No registration needed - just come by!
Island Park Art Gallery Reception: Gail LevineView art on display at Island Park Art Gallery. Complimentary beer, wine, and light refreshments will be provided.
The artist, Gail Levine, was born in Fall River, Massachusetts. Art has been an important part of Gail's life for as long as she can remember, stretching back to when she discovered Crayons. Watercolors and mixed media have proved to be the perfect medium for her talent. Her images are dreamy, yet vivid, with layers of translucent colors. Gail's art will be on display at Island Park Art Gallery from Feb. 1-March 25.
- Willamalane Adult Activity Center
- Free
- Friday, Feb. 11, 5-7 p.m.
- No registration required - just come by!
Kids Night Out: Valentine’s Day Fun
Enjoy a night out while your kids have a blast at Two50 youth center. A light meal is provided.
- Bob Keefer Center
- $19 in-district, $23 out-of-district
- Friday, Feb. 11, 6-9 p.m.
- Register on Dec. 8
Moonlight Snowshoe Hike
Ages 13+. Strap on a pair of snowshoes and follow our experienced guide through the light of the moon on this 3-mile round-trip tour of scenic views and snowy wilderness at Gold Lake. This snowshoeing trip is perfect for beginner and moderate skill levels. All gear, safety, transportation, and basic instruction is provided.
- Departs from Bob Keefer Center
- $59 in-district, $71 out-of-district
- Saturday, Feb. 12, 6-10:30 p.m.
- Register on Dec. 8
Snowshoeing the Cascades: Salt Creek
Ages 13+. Strap on a pair of snowshoes and take a 3-mile round-trip tour of scenic views and snowy wilderness. All gear, safety, transportation, and basic instruction is provided.
- Departs from Bob Keefer Center
- $59 in-district, $71 out-of-district
- Saturday, Feb. 26, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Register on Dec. 8
MARCH
Kids Night Out: March Madness
Enjoy a night out while your kids have a blast at Two50 youth center. A light meal is provided.
- Bob Keefer Center
- $19 in-district, $23 out-of-district
- Friday, March 11, 6-9 p.m.
- Register on Dec. 8
Snowshoeing the Cascades - Gold Lake
Ages 13+. Strap on a pair of snowshoes and take a 3-mile round-trip tour of scenic views and snowy wilderness. All gear, safety, transportation, and basic instruction is provided.
- Departs from Bob Keefer Center.
- $59 in-district, $71 out-of-district
- Saturday, March 12, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Register on Dec. 8
Lunch & Learn: Birds and How To Identify Them
Do you wish you knew the names of the different types of birds that visit your birdfeeder? Want to increase your skill in bird identification? At this Lunch and Learn, Ecology Instructor and Wildlife Biologist, Pat Boleyn will share her expertise on how to identify birds anywhere and understand how to attract birds to your yard. Includes lunch.
- Bob Keefer Center
- $10 in-district, $12 out-of-district
- Friday, Mar. 18, 12-2 p.m.
- Register on Dec. 8
Springfilm: “Jumanji”
Springfilm is a chance for our community to gather once a month at the Wildish Theater, enjoy a movie, and talk about it afterward. Free!
In March join us for “Jumaji,” rated PG, 1995. A magical board game unleashes a world of adventure on siblings Peter (Bradley Pierce) and Judy Shepherd (Kirsten Dunst). While exploring an old mansion, the youngsters find a curious, jungle-themed game called Jumanji in the attic. When they start playing, they free Alan Parrish (Robin Williams), who has been stuck in the game's inner world for decades. If they win the game, the kids can free Alan for good, but that means braving giant bugs, ill-mannered monkeys and even stampeding rhinos!
- Wildish Community Theater
- Free
- Thursday, March 24, 6:30-9 p.m.
- No registration needed - just come by!
APRIL
Springfilm: “Death at a Funeral”
Springfilm is a chance for our community to gather once a month at the Wildish Theater, enjoy a movie, and talk about it afterward. Free!
In April join us for “Death at a Funeral,” rated R, 2007. Chaos reigns when members of a dysfunctional family gather to bury a loved one. Son Daniel (Matthew MacFadyen) anticipates a face-off with his famous brother Robert (Rupert Graves), while cousin Martha (Daisy Donovan) and her fiance Simon (Alan Tudyk) are desperate to make a good impression on her father. In the midst of the family turmoil, a mystery guest threatens to bring the deceased's skeleton out of the closet.
- Wildish Community Theater
- Free
- Thursday, 7, 6:30-9 p.m.
- No registration needed - just come by!
Bunco & Brunch
Let's roll! Bunco is a fun dice game that requires no skill. Come for the fun and the food. Bring a friend or make a friend. Brunch is included in the price.
- Willamalane Adult Activity Center
- $33 in-district, $36 out-of-district
- Friday, April 15, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
- Register on Dec. 8
Kids Night Out: Flower Power
Enjoy a night out while your kids have a blast at Two50 youth center. A light meal is provided.
- Bob Keefer Center
- $19 in-district, $23 out-of-district
- Friday, Apr. 15, 6-9 p.m.
- Register on Dec. 8
Spring Marketplace
Have lunch and shop at this unique marketplace to usher in the changing season. Willamalane’s Spring Marketplace event is a one-stop shopping destination for Spring décor and gifts. Community artisans will present their creations, featuring a wide variety of handcrafted items and homemade delicacies including birdhouses, garden art, collectibles, home decor, plants, gourmet treats, and more.
- Bob Keefer Center
- Free!
- Friday & Saturday, April 29-30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- No registration needed - just come by!
MEGGA Hunt
This year’s MEGGA Hunt returns to Lively Park. We will have more options than ever, including Take Home Backyard Kits, Family Only Hunts, Non-Competitive Hunts, and Traditional Hunts.
- Lively Park
- $7 in-district, $10 out-of-district
- Saturday, April 16
- Registration opens March 2
MAY
Mother’s Day Tea
Spend the afternoon honoring the mothers, grandmothers, and maternal figures in your life. Enjoy sweet and savory treats in the historic Dorris Ranch Barn. Pose in our old-time photo booth while listening to live music. At the end of the day, take home a special craft that you created together.
- Dorris Ranch
- $15 in-district, $18 out-of-district
- Saturday, May 7, 12-2 p.m.
- Register on Dec. 8
