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Concerts in the Park: The Sugar Beets

Featured Band: The Sugar Beets

Enjoy live music under the trees at Island Park with a variety of genres and a new band each night. On August 14, catch The Sugar Beets, a local favorite known for a lively mix of rock, funk, and country that keeps the energy high. Bring along blankets or chairs to enjoy the music. You can purchase beer, wine, and concessions, or bring your own picnic dinner, fillable water bottle, and sealed non-alcoholic beverages.

Friday, Aug. 14 at Island Park
Gates and concessions open at 5:30 p.m., and the concert begins at 6 p.m. The show includes two sets of live music with a 20-minute intermission.
Admission is $5 per night or free when you bring two non-perishable food cans to donate. Donations support the food pantry at Willamalane Adult Activity Center.

For more information about Concerts in the Park, including the full concert lineup, event rules, and more, click here.

Event Day Details

Food and Drink

Beer, wine, and concessions are available for sale. You are also welcome to bring picnic dinners, sealed non-alcoholic drinks, and fillable water bottles. There will be a station on-site with cold water to fill your bottle.

Getting There

Street Parking: Find street parking near the West B Street entrance to Island Park. Accessible parking is available at the B Street entrance.
Shuttle Parking: There is parking available at Booth Kelly (303 S 5th Street), with a shuttle running to and from the event every 15 minutes.
Ride the Bus: Take the bus to Springfield Station and walk to Island Park. Check back to get a benefit code to redeem your free ride to the event. Valid for redemption and use only on event day. Learn more.
Ride your Bike: Bicycles must be walked through the park during the event. There will be bike racks available at the D Street entrance to store your bike while you enjoy the event. Please bring your own bike lock.
Use Bike Share: PeaceHealth Rides now has locations in Springfield! Take a bike and park in Island Park or at a nearby hub. See the bike locations here.

Event Sponsor

The Concerts in the Park series is sponsored by Peak Community Credit Union, Lookout Eugene Springfield, and NW Natural.