Nonprofit human services organization helping individuals with disabilities or disadvantages reach their full potential.
Happening Near You
Each month, Shangri-La compiles and releases a ‘Happening Near You’ calendar featuring local events throughout Shangri-La's service areas. ​
THE FINE PRINT:
While the Operations Team does its best to vet events and the event details before including them in the calendar, it is ultimately the user's responsibility to ensure event information is correct and events are appropriate for attendees. Operations does not specifically endorse or encourage attendance at any of the events included in the calendar.
Wildlife Safari
March 1 - 31
Winston, Oregon
Thanks to donor assistance, individuals at Shangri-La can visit Wildlife Safari year round at no cost admission. Find info on Sharepoint.
Square Dance for Beginners
March 2 - April 20 7:15-9:15pm
Springfield, Oregon
$5 per class
Learn to spin, weave, turn, and laugh your way through modern square dancing — a fun, social experience that gets everyone moving together and making new friends. No experience needed. More info here.
Wednesday Wheelers
March 4, 11, 18, 25
10am - 12pm
Eugene, Oregon
Free!
This social group of wheelchair users meets every Wednesday at various locations in Eugene to explore paths and paved trails and connect socially through movement. Open to manual and power wheelchairs, and regular or situational wheelchair users. For more information, call Hilyard at 541-682-5311 or email Loren at lcush9@hotmail.com.
Laser KPop Demon Hunters
March 6 - 8 Times vary
Eugene, Oregon
$8
Dive into the high-energy world of Laser K-Pop Demon Hunters, a laser show designed to thrill fans of all ages. Dazzling laser effects bring the pulse-pounding music of the hit movie K-Pop Demon Hunters to life in a spectacular, unforgettable experience. More info here.
Jurassic Park at Whiteside
March 8 & 11 4pm & 7pm
Corvallis, Oregon
$8 - $10
Watch classic movies at the historic Whiteside Theater! Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Also see this month: Return of the Jedi, Goonies, & Cool Hand Luke. Ticket information here.
All Ages Family Dance w/
DJ KDUB
March 13 4pm - 6pm
Dallas, OR
$5 per person
A family social dance including fun music and games! More info here.
Springfield Library Book Sale
March 13 - 14 10am - 5pm
Springfield, Oregon
$2 (average price per book)
Stock up at the book sale featuring thousands of books, DVDs, and CDs across a wide range of genres—most priced at just $2. Browse unique and collectible titles, plus games, puzzles, and other special finds available at select pricing. More info here.
St. Paddy’s Day Bash!
March 14 7pm - 10pm
Corvallis, Oregon
$5 - $10 suggested donation
The Corvallis Celtic Festival presents a benefit for the 2026 Festival featuring Cucanandy and The Nettles. Suggested donation $5-$10, but all are welcome! More info here.
Hyprov: Improv Under Hypnosis
March 14
Salem, Oregon
$25+
A volunteer joins Colin Mochrie to improvise the rest of the show, while hypnotized. In the hands of two experts and solely crafted from the volunteers’ and audiences uninhibited, unconscious minds, each show is an entirely original and completely unforgettable theatrical experience.
More info here.
Puzzled! - A Puzzle Competition
March 15 1pm - 4pm
Eugene, Oregon
$10 per person
Puzzled is a fast-paced, fun-filled puzzle-building competition designed for puzzle enthusiasts of all skill levels. This timed event will challenge individuals and teams of two to complete a jigsaw puzzle as quickly as possible through multiple elimination-style rounds. Each round will feature puzzles ranging from 100-500 pieces, carefully selected to ensure a consistent level of difficulty. More info here.
Cherry City Blossom Day
March 21 10am - 2pm
Salem, Oregon
Free admission
The third Saturday of March is Cherry Blossom Day at the Capitol. Celebrate Spring, the blossoming cherry trees in the Capitol Mall and the impact of the Japanese culture on our state. We will be celebrating with booths, activities and performances from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. Parking is free on Saturday. More info here.
Family Clay Sunday Glazing Day
March 1 & 15 11am - 3pm
Salem, Oregon
$5
Family Clay Sundays are back. We now offer an "early bird" hour from 11:00 - 12:00 for families that prefer a quieter setting and simpler projects.
$5 per artist to create a new project on the first Sunday of the month. $5 for glazing day on the third Sunday of the month. We will offer bisque pieces to purchase at $5 each for those who didn't attend the first Sunday session so everyone can enjoy glaze day. More info here.
Cherry City Classic
March 21 - 22 11:00am
Salem, Oregon
$15+ / $10 parking fee
The weekend gives you a one of a kind, over the top motorcycle experience including live flat track racing. As if the bike show and live racing wasn’t enough, The Classic also hosts a tattoo expo, live music, hot rods, vendors, artists, drinks, and of course amazing people! More here.
Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
March 20 - April 26
Woodburn, Oregon
$12+
Oregon’s favorite springtime event. From hot air balloons, wine tastings, and our specialty gift shop to our food & craft market, children’s play area, and endless photo opportunities.
Each spring, visitors from all over the world come to witness a display of millions of tulips across 40 acres of fields. Stroll through designated pathways with fields of tulips as your backdrop. More info here.
Spring Whale Watch Week
March 21 - 29 10pm - 4pm
Yachats, Oregon
Free!
Approximately 20,000 gray whales will travel north to the cold waters of Alaska. Late March through June is the peak of the spring whale migration past Oregon. Talk to knowledgeable volunteers at the Yachats State Recreation Area, Cape Perpetua and Heceta Head Lighthouse all week long from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Spring Whale Watch Week is part of the "Whale Watching Spoken Here" by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. More here.