The Cooler, housed in what looks like an over-sized barn, has been a mainstay in Eugene since the early 1970s, catering particularly to those looking for a place to grab a few beers and watch one of the Oregon Ducks' sporting events. The stage at the Cooler usually features live bands. Every Thursday night, however, Caught In the Act Productions sets up its karaoke system so that patrons can get up and sing. The bar also has a full food menu, as well as several pool tables and other gaming activities.
The Cooler Restaurant & Bar
20 Centennial Loop
Eugene, OR 97401
541-484-4355
thecoolerbar.com
Given the name of the establishment, it's no surprise that Quackers is another spot catering to the Oregon Duck faithful. The place features both a bar and grill, serving up such lunch and dinner pub fare as burgers, pizzas and steaks. It also has a live music stage with karaoke every Friday night from 8 p.m. all the way until 2 a.m., hosted by Caught In the Act Productions. All Oregon University sports games are displayed on the several flat screen televisions at the bar.
Quackers
2105 W 7th Ave.
Eugene, OR 97402
541-485-5925
As it does for almost all karaoke nights in Eugene, Caught in the Act Productions brings its entertainment system to the Oak Street Speakeasy. The Speakeasy maintains a vintage prohibition-style motif throughout the 200-person capacity venue, yet when it comes to live music, "all genres" are welcome. Most styles are represented each Thursday night, from 9 p.m. until closing, when the karaoke crew sets up on the live music stage. While they vary from week to week, the Oak Street Speakeasy tends to offer drinks specials on items, such as whiskey shots.
Oak Street Speakeasy
915 Oak St.
Eugene, OR 97401
541-284-4000