Playgrounds
61 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.
- West University City Park0.6 mi from downtown
- Kiwanis Park0.9 mi from downtown
- Lincoln School City Park0.9 mi from downtown
Family
Things to do in Eugene with kids
6 kinds of family outings, with the closest picks for each.
Family-friendly ideas around Eugene, built from the city’s parks, libraries, local businesses and nearby public lands. Pick a section for the full list, a map and directions, and check the events calendar for this week’s story times, festivals and shows.
Indoor fun
Places to go when it’s too hot, cold or wet outside.
- Actors Cabaret of EugeneMuseum & cultural place
- Art HouseMuseum & cultural place
- Ballet FantastiqueMuseum & cultural place
Libraries
Story times, homework help and summer reading, free with a library card.
- Eugene Public Library100 W 10Th Ave
- Sheldon Branch Library1566 Coburg Rd
- Bethel Branch Library1990 Echo Hollow Rd
Museum & cultural places
8 local museum & cultural places in Eugene.
- Shelton McMurphey Johnson House MuseumDowntown
- The Jazz StationDowntown
- The John G. Shedd Institute for the ArtsDowntown
Picnic spots
Day-use areas for a family picnic.
- West Eugene Wetlands5 mi west
- Fern Ridge Lake11 mi northwest
- Dexter Lake16 mi southeast
Wildlife and nature
Refuges and lakes to spot birds and animals.
- West Eugene Wetlands5 mi west
- Fern Ridge Lake11 mi northwest
- Dexter Lake16 mi southeast
Around town
Get a feel for the city
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What is there to do in Eugene with kids?
Playgrounds (61), Indoor fun (11), Libraries (3), Museum & cultural places (8), Picnic spots (19), Wildlife and nature (17). Each section links to the full list with maps and directions.
What can kids do in Eugene for free?
Parks and playgrounds, library story times and many community events are free. See the free things to do and kids events pages for this week’s options.
What can families do in Eugene when it rains or it’s hot?
Try the indoor ideas and the library, or check the kids and family events calendar.