Free things to do in Medford, OR this weekend

Join the Schneider Museum of Art for “Eons: Unraveling Time,” an exhibition curated by Maria de Los Angeles featuring the work of eleven artists exploring our complex relationship with time. Through painting, sculpture, photography, installation, printmaking, textiles, and video, the exhibition considers time through memory, history, mythology, labor, tradition, and imagination, inviting visitors…

Movement, music games and sensory play for toddlers and caregivers. Expect dancing, shakers, scarves, bubbles and parachute fun.

Open-ended craft time for kids with supplied materials and changing projects like puppets, masks or homemade coloring books.

Community open house unveiling a new rainbow-inspired stained-glass installation by a local artist. All ages welcome.

Browse vendor booths, sample olive oils and vinegars, and enjoy live music at the Third Friday market. A family-friendly outdoor market vibe.

Storytime just got a fabulous upgrade! Bring the whole family to The Columbia Hotel as Lylac reads inspiring tales that champion kindness, creativity, and self-acceptance. Expect plenty of laughter, colorful outfits, and joyful moments for kids and parents alike. Come celebrate diversity and the magic of reading together!

Live classic rock while you sip RoxyAnn wines or beer in the tasting room. Free to attend; reservations encouraged for seating.

Celebrate the Night Market’s first birthday with vendor booths, food options, and live music performances.

Free monthly stand-up comedy show. 21+.

Weekly car meet: classics, hot rods and exotics. Canceled for rain or snow.

Self‑guided studio tours and artist open houses across the region. Visit working artists, see new work and meet creators.

Drop in for hands-on crafts using paints, clay, beads and more. All ages welcome; projects for youth and adults every other Saturday.

Join the children’s fiber arts club to learn knitting and crochet; participants keep their creations and learn new skills.

Kids 8+ learn knitting and crochet with staff guidance and work on year-round projects to keep. Materials and help provided.

Budding readers can practice aloud with trained therapy dogs in a relaxed library setting. Dogs are registered and supervised.

Build a beaded animal keychain; all materials and instructions supplied. Not recommended for unsupervised children under 8.

Build to a surprise theme using a provided bag of LEGO bricks; creations go on display in the library for three weeks.

Jazz standards from the Great American Songbook (Ella Fitzgerald, Julie London, Peggy Lee, Billie Holiday), sung among the barrels. Calysta trained for nearly two decades with Ashland vocal coach Ken Orsow and studied vocal jazz at Berklee. No cover; walk in, or reserve to be sure of a seat. All ages until 9 PM, 21+ to drink. Pizza from The Allium until 8.

50+ local artisans along Ashland Creek: jewelry, pottery, woodwork, clothing and art.

Community welcome for returning Honor Flight veterans; friends and neighbors are encouraged to line the terminal and show support.

Meet local Republican candidates at an informal social and Q&A. Open to residents interested in local politics.

Local musicians take the stage for an open mic night welcoming performers and listeners of all skill levels.

Fire spinners and flow artists light up the Plaza every Sunday night. Free; donations welcome.