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Willamalane’s Holiday Marketplace Starts Nov. 6, 2026 in Springfield

Two-day event offers more than 100 local artisans and food vendors

Date: Oct 21, 2026

Willamalane’s Holiday Marketplace begins on Friday, Nov. 6, 2026. As one of the first holiday markets of the season in the Springfield and Eugene area, it’s an early opportunity to shop for gifts and seasonal items from more than 100 local businesses, artisans, and food vendors.

A trailer glows in the night, with fire dancers alongside.

Willamalane’s Haunted Hayride Celebrates 30 Years

New Haunted Hayride Ticketing Process Begins Oct. 1 

Date: Sep 22, 2026

Willamalane’s Haunted Hayride celebrates 30 years of not-so-spooky rides through the orchards of Dorris Ranch this October. Since 1996, the event has featured silly scenes and live performances along the route, including spectacular glow stick dancers, circus arts and fire dancing.