Helios Resource Network - Eugene, Oregon

Info Sheet: Event Facilities

Below is a list of Eugene-Springfield locations for public events. Descriptions are in many cases provided by the owners of the facilities and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Helios. Please contact us with updated information. Note: this is incomplete and under development.

Eugene

General

City of Eugene Facilities Rental Information
Description and contact information of about 15 City of Eugene facilities available for community events. The cost is typically between $45 and $55 per hour.

City of Eugene Park Rental Information Park and Recreation Rental Brochure
(541) 682-4800
The City of Eugene offers outdoor recreational shelters with water and electricity to rent at Alton Baker Park with capacities of 110 & 150. Owen Rose Garden is available to rent for weddings, with a capacity of 50, and the stage at the Washington/Jefferson Park is also available to rent for special events. Permits to reserve picnic shelters may be required.

Downtown / University

Campbell Senior Center (City of Eugene)
155 High Street Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 682-5318 | Cost: Main Hall $55 per hour/125-225 capacity
Meeting Room $35 per hour/20-35 capacity

This center has a touch of class and gardens and is located in a beautiful park setting. It features a lovely outdoor courtyard suitable for all occasions, from anniversary parties to beautiful weddings and receptions. This facility is also ideal for meetings and family or group events. It is conveniently located close to downtown and has accessible parking.

110 West Broadway at Olive
Costs: $40 the first hour, $25 each additional hour. $15 maintenance fee.

Use of the projector/screen/dvd/sound system is $20/hour.
DIVA offers space rentals for classes, meetings, events, films, receptions and parties. The community room accommodates 40-60 theater style preference given to visual arts-related events.

Eugene Public Library
100 West 10th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 682-5450 | Cost: $25-90 per hour
Three spacious meeting rooms are available, including two on the ground floor that can be opened into one large room and a third on the second floor. The meeting rooms can be rented - $25 during library hours and $45 when the library is closed - but only for events that are open to the public and free. Two small study rooms on the second floor can be reserved for free.

EWEB
500 East 4th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97401
541-484-2411 | ask.us@eweb.org | Cost: Free
Community room used for nonprofit events.

Fifth Street Market Conference Room
296 East 5th Street Suite 401 (fourth floor), Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 484-0383 | bkubler@5thstreetmarket.com
Seats 8-12 people. TV and VCR set up for presentations. Catering services provided by your choice of cafes and restaurants at the market.

Fireside Room (City of Eugene)
Laurelwood Golf Course 2700 Columbia Street, Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 687-5321 | Cost: $45-55 per hour
Laurelwood Golf Course is nestled in the rolling hills just southeast of the University of Oregon. The Fireside Room features a warm, informal setting for business or private meetings and parties as well as weddings and receptions with a dance floor, fireplace and a golf course view.

Grower's Market
454 Willamette Street, Eugene, Oregon 97401
(541) 687-8648
Community meeting space

Lane County, Harris Hall
125 East 8th Street

Helios Resource Network Office
1192 Lawrence, Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 284-7020 | helios@heliosnetwork.org | Cost: By donation
Evening meetings for groups up to 10-12 people, depending on availability. By donation.

Lamb Cottage (City of Eugene)
Skinner's Butte Park, Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 682-5318 | Cost: $45-55 per hour
A little touch of the past with a view. Nestled in the middle of Skinner's Butte Park, this site is close to the jogging path and has a beautiful view of the river. This cozy cottage offers an intimate space for weddings, family reunions and meetings. No alcohol is permitted.

Lane County Events Center
Event Department, 796 West 13th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97402.
(541) 682-4292 | tom@laneeventscenter.org | Cost: $6000 and down
Has a wide range of options suitable for large groups (up to 3000 people) and down to smaller meetings.

McNail-Riley House
601 West 13th Avenue, Eugene
Cost: Free for nonprofit groups and neighbors
Main room takes 40-50 people and parlor takes 10-12 people. Full kitchen available. Meetings should be open to the public, and free or asking voluntary donations only. Schedule early, at least 14 days prior to event.

Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House
303 Willamette Street, Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 484-0808 | Cost: $45-55 per hour
Nestled against the slope of Skinner Butte, the "castle on the hill" is one of Eugene's most familiar and loved landmarks. Completed in 1888, the house is the most elaborate example of the Queen Anne Victorian Style architecture in Eugene. The house and grounds are available for public and private use, including tours, meetings, weddings, and receptions.

United Methodist Church
1376 Olive Street Eugene, Oregon, 97401
(541) 345-8764 | eugenefumc@earthlink.net
The church encourages use of their space by nonprofit and community service organizations. There are fees for renting the facilities, although these may be reduced or waived in some circumstances. Contact the office manager for application to use facilities. Fees must be paid one week prior to the event.

University of Oregon | FREE (UO organization must sponsor)
An UO organization must sponsor the event. This can be a student organization, such as the Survival Center.

Wesley Center (Methodists)
1236 Kincaid Street, Eugene OR 97403
(541) 346-4694 | Cost: $20 per hour
Their fellowship hall holds about 125 people. Campus and nonprofit organizations can rent the space.

WOW Hall
291 West 8th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 687-2746 | info@wowhall.org
Inquire about dates and fees.

East

The Center for Meeting and Learning is a contemporary conference facility located on the main campus of Lane Community College. The Center features a 6900 square-foot main event space, high-tech auditorium, breakout rooms, demonstration kitchen, computer training labs and a spacious and light lobby with alcoves. In addition to its versatile event space, the Center has full service, in-house catering with a variety of options. The Center accommodates campus, community and regional events of all types. Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management students have the opportunity to work side by side with the Center’s professional staff in a learning lab environment.

Northwest Youth Corps Rental Information

2621 Augusta St. Eugene, OR 97403

(541) 349-5055 phone, Fax: 349-5060; nataliew@northwestyouthcorps.org

Cost: A minimum of $50 for a conference room or gym (non-profit rate), to $320 for a huge community room for a weekend.

NYC is a non-profit located in the quiet residential neighborhood of Laurel Hill Valley, located 5 minutes east of the UO, and conveniently adjacent to I-5. Our campus has an LTD bus stop. Enjoy this site’s attractive location for your outdoor/indoor rental needs. Our multi-use room can accommodate 200 seated guests and has a stage, podium, and audio visual rental options. In addition to our indoor facilities, NYC has a natural grass field that is rentable by the hour and outdoor community garden plots that are rentable by the season. All revenues go back to supporting this youth development program.

South

Amazon Arts Center (City of Eugene)
2700 Hilyard Street Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 682-5373 | Cost: $55 per hour
This facility is available to rent for business and private groups, meetings, parties, reunions, weddings and receptions. Amazon Center is a part of the Amazon Parkway with access to bike paths, jogging trails and playgrounds.

Amazon Center (City of Eugene)
2700 Hilyard Street Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 682-5373 | Cost: Main Hall $45 per hour/90 capacity

Meeting Room $35 per hour/15-35 capacity
This facility is available for rent for business and private groups, meetings, rehearsals, parties, reunions, weddings, receptions and more. Amazon Center is part of the Amazon Parkway with access to bike paths, jogging trails, playgrounds, and Amazon Pool.

Rates are quoted per hour for rentals occurring during closed building hours (without alcohol consumption). For rentals during open building hours, deduct $10 per hour.

A private 5 acre natural area in SE Eugene ideal for meetings and modest sized gatherings.

Contact Teressa O'Caer: teressa@storyasmedicine.com,541-345-0756

Hilyard Community Center (City of Eugene)
2580 Hilyard Center Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 682-5311 | Cost: $45-55 per hour
Rent Eugene's newest fully accessible community center. Enjoy the patio adjacent to the Multi-Purpose room during the summer months, and a cozy fireplace in the lobby during the winter. Hilyard Center has convenient parking and is part of the Amazon Parkway with access to bike paths, jogging trails, and sports fields.

Friends Meeting Hall
22nd and Onyx The Presbyterian Church at 15th and Patterson

South Eugene High School
400 East 19th Avenue, Eugene, Oregon 97401
(541) 687-3201

Tamarack Wellness Center
3575 Donald St., Eugene 97405
541 683-7506
Tamarack is nestled in the South Hills of Eugene, on 4.5 acres of beautiful property in a quiet residential neighborhood. A variety of rental options are available from renting the pool for private parties to renting one of 7 rooms at an hourly or daily rate. We have several room sizes and configurations to choose from. The entire facility is accessible, has abundant off street parking and an art gallery. To inquire about space for your next event, call 541-683-7506 or email rental@tamarackwellness.com

Unitarian Universalist Church
477 East 40th, Eugene, OR 97405 | (541) 686-2775 | Cost: $23-105 per hour
Classrooms, Social Hall and Sanctuary available. See website for details.

Wayne Morse Ranch & Shelter (City of Eugene)
595 Crest Drive, Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 682-5380 | Cost: $35-45 per hour indoor + small kitchen fee (capacity up to 30);
$20-$30 per hour outdoor picnic shelter (capacity 125 total on grounds,available May- Oct).
Several options await your rental of Morse Ranch. This facility offers an indoor home setting for business meetings and special events, or rent the outdoor shelter for larger groups. The outdoor shelter includes limited kitchen facilities. No amplified sound outside is permitted.

Westmoreland Community Center

Near West

Maitreya Ecovillage
Community space available from summer 2003. Contact Rob Bolman.

Washington Park Center (City of Eugene)
2025 Washington Street, Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 682-5373 | Cost: $45-55 per hour
Located in the middle of Washington Park, this facility provides all the comforts of home including French windows and a small kitchen facility. The center also offers a nice meeting hall for reunions and family parties.

Whitaker Neighborhood Center
Clark & North Jackson Street
Need a local sponsor (individual or organization)

(541) 606-6135, dray@emeraldvalleycelebrations.com | Cost: $100 per hour
15,000 sq. ft. facility. Digital video and audio capabilities. The main meeting hall which is connected to both of the dining halls via sliding doors, can seat 448 people and can be arranged to seat an additional 200 plus persons for dining if necessary. The two dining halls can seat approximately 275 people. One of the dining halls can also be opened to the main meeting hall allowing an additional 200 seats for the main meeting hall. In addition to the dining halls there is a fully certified kitchen, which includes a large 6 burner stove top, double oven and grill top, and cooking utensils.
Also available, a fourth hall which can accommodate an additional 100+ people. This room could be utilized as a music room or under special circumstances, permits may be acquired to allow alcohol to be served. Catering services are available.

Far West

Petersen Barn Community Center (City of Eugene)
870 Berntzen Road, Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 682-5521 | Cost: $45-55 per hour
This unique facility is ideal for private or business retreats, meetings, parties, and reunions and offers a cozy, warm, country environment for your special events, with a playground and bike path nearby.

North / Northwest

Echo Hollow Pool (City of Eugene)
1655 Echo Hollow Road, Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 682-5525 | Cost: $45-55 per hour
Ideal for outdoor or indoor group gatherings and parties, this facility offers a 25 yard indoor pool with slide and 25 meter outdoor pool. Each pool has a 1-meter diving board. Other amenities include basketball hoops, picnic tables, a dance floor, weight room, wheelchair accessible changing rooms, large grassy area, barbeque grill, refrigerator, child play area inside and a sand play outside. No alcohol is permitted.

Emerald Park

Sheldon Community Center (City of Eugene)
2445 Willakenzie Road, Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 682-5312 | Cost: $45-55 per hour
The center is available for rent by groups or individuals and offers kitchen facilities, a gymnasium, and meeting rooms for parties, reunions, weddings, and receptions.

Sheldon Pool (City of Eugene)
2443 Willakenzie Road, Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 682-5314 | Cost: $45-55 per hour
Ideal for group-oriented gatherings and parties. This facility offers a 25 yard indoor lap pool, 42 X 36 indoor diving well--12 feet deep with low board and high board, accessibility bays in both pools, ADA accessible lift and changing rooms, family changing room, and a barbeque grill on the fenced playground veranda with sand area and picnic tables. The childcare room is also available for rent. No alcohol is permitted.