Welcome to Eugene, Oregon,
the World's Greatest City for the Arts and Outdoors!

Whether you are looking for outdoor adventure or a quiet corner in our beautiful library, Broadway productions or home-spun repertory theater, political activism or a peaceful sense of community, Eugene has it all. From the Hult Center, one of the finest performing arts centers on the West Coast, to the Saturday Market, a weekly, open-air market featuring local artisans, performers, and international food, Eugene offers a wealth of opportunity for experiencing our diverse culture. For athletic or outdoor pursuits, Eugene has walking, jogging, and bicycling facilities to accommodate any preference or ability and easy access to unique mountain and coastal recreation areas. For those who want to get involved in civic issues, our neighborhood associations, Boards, Committees, and Commissions program, and vast network of social service agencies offer residents many volunteer opportunities.

Located in the Willamette Valley between the rugged Pacific coast and the breathtaking Cascade Mountains, Eugene has a population of more than 140,000 and a metro area of over 200,000.  Despite its easygoing and accessible small-town atmosphere, Eugene is successfully meeting the challenges of a growing population and lean economy. Our partnerships with the University of Oregon, local school districts, local businesses and other intergovernmental agencies have resulted in many wonderful community programs that benefit young and old. The citizens of Eugene also take great pride in their stewardship of the local environment and we continue to work hard to protect our waterways, open spaces, forests, wetlands, and farmland for future generations. The result of these collaborations and efforts is a truly wonderful city in which to live or visit.