The Eugene BRiGHT Parade returns Sept. 27. It is a free family-friendly event in downtown Eugene featuring a brightly illuminated showcase of human and electric-powered art. This year’s theme is “SHiNE TOGETHER,” meant to celebrate the Eugene community’s creativity and spirit. Event planner Jerril Nilson says the parade is produced through volunteers, the city of Eugene, Lane Arts Council and local corporate sponsors (including Eugene Weekly ). She says there are 36 entries in this year’s parade, which sometimes include electric or pedal-powered vehicles as colorful and festive as the handmade costumes, suiting the parade’s description as an “art in motion event.” Categories range from puppetry to oversized props, marching and more. Judges will watch the parade from four locations alon

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