Step into the vibrant nightlife scene at the city’s foremost bar and event venue, The Big Dirty. This trendy bar and event venue hosts some of the best DJs and invites you to experience a night of excitement and live entertainment. The bar menu features an impressive selection of cocktails and hosts happy hours. The premier venue for weekend parties, Big Dirty boasts innovative lighting and an upgraded PA Sound system to provide party enthusiasts with a fun experience.
Since it was founded in 1991, the Shedd Institute has treated thousands of music lovers to a variety of performances every year. This venue has three separate concert halls, a gallery, as well as meeting and classrooms for musical education. Every year, the Shedd Institute hosts the Oregon Festival of American Music along with other famous concert series like the Emerald City Jazz Kings, Shedd Theatricals, and Mr. Tom's Magical Moombah. The community school at the institute offers music lessons across multiple styles for all age groups.
The historical McDonald Theatre was built in 1925 in Eugene, Oregon. The moment you step into this classic venue, you will be hit with nostalgia and a huge gratitude towards the patrons of art. The theater doubles as a museum of sorts with all historic memorabilia displayed for everyone to see. The theater hosts some splendid performances in addition to providing an ideal venue to organize weddings and other events throughout the year.
Plank Town Brewing Co is set in the Odd Fellows Building and has a certain vintage charm to it. This microbrewery is a beer lovers haven with 21 house beers on tap, changing guest taps and cask beer engines. They also have a fine selection of wine, cider and cocktails. Enjoy these craft brews with delicious Northwestern cuisine and weekend live music. You can bring along your kids to dine here any time.
A 2500 seater entertainment centre, Silva Concert Hall, is one of the two performing venues within the famous Hult Center for the Performing Arts. This seemingly beautiful venue boasts an intricately designed interior and high-tech amenities. Comfortable seating arrangements, and a plethora of culturally rich performances, its not a surprise that most shows result in packed house. A class in itself, this venue has raised the bars for its contemporaries in terms of delivering quality entertainment.
Sheffer Recital Hall is a grand hall located within the iconic John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts. Well-equipped with great acoustic settings and comfortable seats, the hall hosts a multitude of concerts and musical events throughout the year. Smaller than its 750-seat counterpart, the Jaqua Concert Hall, Sheffer Recital Hall is a humble 175-seat venue. A calendar of upcoming performances at the recital hall is available on the website.