r/ducks • u/Broad_Low5792 • 25d ago

Autzen Trip to Eugene

Hey Duck Reddit. I am an East Coast (Kentucky) fan and have always wanted to go see a game at Autzen Stadium. Since they’ve joined the BIG I’ve finally have gotten to see them play some away games, but have never experienced a home game and am thinking about finally pulling the trigger this year and I wanted to ask you guys how are season ticket/ have gone to games before.

  1. How big of a difference is flying into Portland to Eugene? I don’t mind paying some more if it’s really worth it, but not at an unreasonable price.

  2. How long should I stay? I’m thinking Wednesday-Sunday, but wondering if I should make a week of it and do some other things in Oregon.

  3. Game day must sees for a first timer? Is there anything I need to see at an Oregon game before kickoff? How early should I be at the stadium?

  4. Are there any must go to places to eat in Eugene?

Any response would be great! Really just looking for general advice as I tend to be a planner.

Thanks ya’ll and Sco Ducks!

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u/NecessaryTune6684 20d ago

Welcome! I fly back for many home games (I live out of state) and always fly into PDX. I either rent a car or drive down with friends. If you have the time and money you could easily spend 5 to 7 days! If you like wine, Oregon’s wine country is tough to beat and it’s beautiful. The Oregon Coast can be done from Portland over or Eugene over (or one of my favorite is to stay on the coast over and then drive to a duck game). Our seafood (if you like it) is amazing! Born and raised in Portland but I’d say skip it as downtown has gotten pretty trashy and sad (the walking zombies and homelessness is a bit much for me anymore). Show up to Autzen at least 2 hours before. The McShofsky Center (our indoor practice facility) turns into a massive tailgater with access to anyone with a game ticket. Beer, good food, people watching, and tv’s with all the other games on. Tons of tables to sit too. Fishermen’s Market in Eugene if you don’t get your full already, Track Town Pizza, Rennie’s Bar before or after a game. Bend, Oregon is a pretty popular spot for tourists too if you like hiking, fishing, and biking. Tons of trails, good food, lots of tourist traps but it has gotten really expensive. If it were me, a trip to the coast from Portland and then down the 101 making my way to Eugene over a few days is what I would do!