EVENTS IN BEND, OREGON
Bend, Oregon, is not just a destination; it’s an experience. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, our event calendar is your gateway to a world of unforgettable moments. Every day brings something new, from thrilling outdoor adventures that embrace Bend’s natural beauty to the bustling cultural scene that pulses through the city.
Our event calendar is meticulously curated to ensure you don’t miss out on any of the action. Check back often for the latest updates and insider tips to make the most of your Bend experience. Whether it’s a family outing, a romantic getaway, or a solo adventure, there’s always something happening in Bend that’s just right for you.
If you’re planning a Bend vacation, use the search function to figure out what’s shakin’ when you’ll be here. We promise we’re planning something extraordinary.
This comedy show is sponsored by ADHD where we'll start out on a path together via the performing art of stand-up comedy. We'll get distracted by crowd work and we'll go on tangents. Will we really go full circle? You'll have to attend to find out. Featuring Anthony Poponi, Tatiana Oberon, Dylan Gaffney and Cole […]
See a play! Come support the performing arts community of Bend and Central Oregon! WE WILL ROCK YOU tells the story of a globalized future without musical instruments. A handful of rock rebels, the Bohemians, fight against the all-powerful Globalsoft company and its boss, the Killer Queen; they fight for freedom, individuality and the rebirth […]
Subaru and Mt. Bachelor are thrilled to welcome back Subaru WinterFest! This is a one-of-a-kind music and mountain lifestyle tour that invites friends, family, skiers, snowboarders, music fans, and dog lovers alike to bask in their love of adventure and all things winter April 12-14, 2024! Catch Subaru Winterfest's free concerts at the Deschutes Brewery […]
Come run the Bend Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k and 5k. We’re already gearing up for another exciting race weekend. The April events will be the best mountain town races anywhere. These are spectacularly scenic courses through West Bend emphasizing everything that makes Bend, Oregon great. You’ll cruise around neighborhood parks, through ponderosa pine forests, along […]
Pottery painting on a whole new & dreamy level! In this engaging two hour workshop, led by Krista Brenner from La Luce Studio, you'll discover two innovative techniques for glazing […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
Live multi-media trivia every Monday night at 7:00 p.m. Worthy Brewing, Eastside. Free to play. Win prizes. Teams up to 6 players.
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
Established in 1987, Hedges Family Estate was one of the first wineries in Walla Walla. Come hear about their history, Biodynamic Red Mountain vineyards, and taste 6 of their wines with Emma Healion. 2 flights of 3 wines with 2 food pairings. A monthly group of women connecting with wine and one another. $66 including […]
Join us for an unforgettable night of music, games, and giving back at the collaborative fundraiser between two of Central Oregon's beloved nonprofits, Healing Reins and the Chose Joy Foundation! Get ready to belt out your favorite tunes and test your luck at Keno and Karaoke! Your ticket grants you access to karaoke all night […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
Vortex IPA is the flagship beer of one of our favorite breweries, Fort George. In celebration of 17 years of this amazing beer, we will be pouring and tasting 3 versions of the IPA: 1) The OG Vortex 2) Double Dry Hopped Vortex 3) Cryotex w/cryo hops SWAG GIVEAWAYS
Live multi-media trivia every Wed. night at 6:30pm. Deschutes Brewery, Bend Public House. Free to play. Win prizes. Teams up to 6 players. Hosted by Rachel O’Rourke. *PLEASE NOTE: This venue fills up fast. Please arrive as early as possible to secure your table.
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
From the bestselling author of The Child Finder and The Enchanted, a wrenching story of sibling bonds, foster children, monsters masquerading as caretakers, terrifying secrets, and the power of love to right even the most egregious wrongs. Twenty years ago, a nine-year-old boy was swept away by powerful waves on a remote Oregon beach, his […]
Join us for the final events of Oregon Natural Desert Association’s 2024 High Desert Speaker Series, featuring Alison Jean Cole—an author, rockhound, and lapidary artist. In this informative talk, Alison will showcase the rock and mineral treasures of Oregon’s desert. Obsidian, jasper, opal, and petrified wood each tell a unique story about the fascinating geological […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
Kids in our community who make and sell their own products & services. (with minimal help from parents) See fresh business ideas from young minds in our community. Come support these young entrepreneurs and empower them to dream big! There will be crafts, food, gifts, toys, games, and more! Bring: Friends FREE to shop, $5 […]
North American singer-songwriter Jonathan Foster is a recording artist and touring musician originally from Cranberry Lake, located in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains of New York State, who currently resides atop the Central Valley in Redding, California. He recently released his sixth studio album, Roadside Attraction (2023) and has prolifically toured the country and […]
This spring, self-publishing and book marketing company ReadersMagnet returns to the Golden State for the 29th Los Angeles Times Festival of Books. The book event will occur at the University of Southern California, LA, on April 20-21, 2024. The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books is the largest book fair in the country. It celebrates […]
An Annual Celebration of Earth And Community. This family-friendly event typically features a lively and inclusive parade through downtown Bend where folks are encouraged to wear costumes to showcase their favorite thing about planet earth. During the fair, food vendors, booths, and performers offer something for everyone. Be sure to stop by the Pollinator Pathway […]
Join us for a special Saturday storytime with Bend author Francine Rockey for her book, To Find Treasure in the Mountains! This event is free. With sturdy shoes and a sense of adventure, three young children hike through the sparkling woods to find treasure in the mountains. No pirate’s map or magic wand required! Outside, […]
An Annual Celebration of Earth And Community. Save the Date! The 2024 Earth Day Fair and Parade will take place on Saturday, April 20th. This family-friendly event typically features a lively and inclusive parade through downtown Bend where folks are encouraged to wear costumes to showcase their favorite thing about planet earth. During the fair, […]
Find yourself in nature like you never have before. Feel your stress melt away as you get connected to your roots. Witness the magical transformation your mind, body, and spirit […]
See a play! Come support the performing arts community of Bend and Central Oregon! WE WILL ROCK YOU tells the story of a globalized future without musical instruments. A handful […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
⚠️ Reservation required. Spots are limited ⚠️ Join us Monday, April 22nd for a gentle, all-levels yoga class co-taught by Emily Tighe of Do Yoga Outside and Khyra Wilhelm of Wildland Guiding Company. In this one hour flow, you will ground through the senses and develop presence, moving your body with your breath. You'll breathe […]
Voted #1 Open Mic | Voted #1 Locals Night Free to Watch & Free to Perform. The Beertown Comedy Open Mic happens every Monday Night at Silver Moon Brewing in Downtown Bend, Oregon. Sign ups start at 6:30PM & close at 7PM when the show starts. We have 20 - 5 minute spots available and […]
This free online webinar for animal care and control professionals and watershed stewards will cover the ecosystem benefits of beavers, the history of human-beaver coexistence, the conflict solutions available, and best practices for use. Positive trends in beaver-related policy will be reviewed, including how Oregon’s “beaver believer” bill impacts landowners, animal care and control professionals, […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
Live multi-media trivia every Wed. night at 6:30pm. Deschutes Brewery, Bend Public House. Free to play. Win prizes. Teams up to 6 players. Hosted by Rachel O’Rourke. *PLEASE NOTE: This venue fills up fast. Please arrive as early as possible to secure your table.
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
COCC students and alumni poets share their original works. Bola Gbadebo, multimedia journalist and Sunrise co-anchor at NewsChannel 21 and poet, will moderate the Q&A with the poets. Refreshments provided.
From stunning coastline to charming towns to wildlife watching, find your adventure with Moon Coastal Oregon. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries, including a weeklong road trip to experience the best of the Oregon Coast The top outdoor adventures: Go tidepooling, watch for migrating whales, and see hundreds of sea lions. Hike along epic coastal dunes, […]
Who? You and your friends What? SAA 4th Friday Artwalk Where? Sisters Oregon Downtown When? 4th Fridays, 10AM-7pm Cost? Complimentary-Free Visit the Art Galleries of Sisters featuring: A great time, beautiful art, good company, demonstrations, plus additional sponsoring restaurants and food venues during and following the walk. Visit with actual artists and their work including: […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky […]
Come out for a fun night with Long Gone Wilder....playing covers by Bob Seger, John Prine, Johnny Cash, Rolling Stones, Bad Company, Marshall Tucker, Elvis and More!.... This trio comes to us straight out of Central Oregon. If you are ready to dance, sing and have a great time...this is your night! Chairs and tables […]
Viewing party for premiere clips by top-tier snowboard athletes is open to the public On Saturday, April 27, Red Bull will be hosting a viewing party and announcing winners from Red Bull Landing Gear, an invitational snowboard contest at Mt. Bachelor. Throughout Red Bull Landing Gear, top-level athletes in teams of two take on the […]
Join us to plant native flowers to support our nocturnal pollinators. Nighttime pollinator-friendly amber light bulbs will also be available at this event. Help create a welcoming habitat for moths and other pollinators while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of the Nature Center. No gardening experience necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to get […]
Diva Drag Brunch is taking over the Campfire Hotel on Saturday April 27th! Featuring the best of the best from Portland along with all of your local Bend favorites. We're bringing everyone together for an outrageous afternoon of fun. Featuring Drag, Burlesque, Acrobatics, Dancing, etc... Doors at 11am, Show at Noon! Tickets will be $25, […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky […]
For three decades, this troupe has redefined Chinese acrobatics. They perform daring maneuvers atop a precarious pagoda of chairs and display their technical prowess at trick-cycling, precision tumbling, juggling, somersaulting, and jaw-dropping gymnastics.
We’re turning the Tower stage into an intimate “house concert” set in the informal elegance of Bend’ living room. Each of Florian’s shows puts the audience onstage with him for an up close and personal musical journey through many of America’s greatest pop and folk songs. Former lead singer of the pioneering folk group New […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
Voted #1 Open Mic | Voted #1 Locals Night Free to Watch & Free to Perform. The Beertown Comedy Open Mic happens every Monday Night at Silver Moon Brewing in […]
Live multi-media trivia every Monday night at 7:00 p.m. Worthy Brewing, Eastside. Free to play. Win prizes. Teams up to 6 players.
NAMIWalks Central Oregon is a mental health community awareness walk that will take place from 9-11 a.m. on May 18 starting and ending at Pioneer Park near downtown Bend. With your support, we intend to make an unprecedented impact on mental health in our community. NAMI provides mental health education, advocacy and free support groups […]
Please join us to celebrate the ID/D community with an afternoon/evening of film. The Tower Theatre, Full Access, and CODSN present the Sprout Film Festival, a series of short films to highlight creatives from the ID/D community. Sprout Film hosts the largest and most diverse collection of films featuring people with intellectual and developmental disabilities […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
The Bend Farmers Market is a true farmers market dedicated to supporting the viability of local farmers, ranchers and food producers who offer fresh local produce, protein, and farm products to the people of Central Oregon. You won’t find jewelry or arts and crafts at our market, but you will find an outdoor grocery store […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
Live multi-media trivia every Wed. night at 6:30pm. Deschutes Brewery, Bend Public House. Free to play. Win prizes. Teams up to 6 players. Hosted by Rachel O’Rourke. *PLEASE NOTE: This venue fills up fast. Please arrive as early as possible to secure your table.
Mt. Bachelor’s most anticipated spring event is making its annual return in May 2024! RendezVan Festival is a one-of-a-kind event that celebrates our amazing community of RVers, campers, and van-lifers who make the annual pilgrimage to Mt. Bachelor in the springtime to enjoy live music, soft spring laps, and sunshine. Families, skiers, riders, and all […]
Unlocked Films returns with Lights, No Camera, Action presenting Star Wars: Live! This three-night event celebrating the original trilogy will feature live staged readings of the classic films, culminating in a Star Wars Rave dance party at Open Space Event Studios. Local performers will read and re-enact classic scenes from the films starting on Thursday, […]
Join COCC for a free, virtual book discussion every Thursday in May from noon to 1 p.m., beginning May 2 with the novel Things We Lost to the Water by Eric Nguyen. All events are free and open to the public. Free books for COCC student participants. To register or for more information, email odi@cocc.edu
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
Heller Highwater Trio rocking out at the most beautiful venues in Central Oregon in the Vineyard. Come listen to a truly fun concert!!!! Heller Highwater came together after Heather Drakulich, lead singer with Out of the Blue Dance Band, decided to take a couple years off to travel and generally take a break. Her love […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
Join us at Wild Child on First Friday for a free family-friendly “make n take” art event hosted by Let’s Paint, LLC. Come create beautiful memories!
Enjoy our range of limoncellos—classic, lavender, and strawberry—alongside our pink gin, each expertly paired with complementary cheeses. Curious about limoncello? Our knowledgeable staff will guide you through its ingredients, production, and distinct flavor notes. Admission is free; cheese and flight pairings are available at $20 each. Join us for an unforgettable tasting experience!
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Bar Rio in downtown Bend! Saturday May 4th, 3pm - Close - 9pm - Midnight, DJ Giancarlo + Mr. Animals ($10 Cover, no cover before 9pm) - Margs Menu - Prickly Pear shooters - Modelo Especials! Invite your friends and make it a ‘Mayo to remember!
Every year, the Waldorf School of Bend welcomes the apex of Spring with a traditional May Faire. This lovely festival usually features beautiful wreaths bedecked with fresh flowers, cheerful music and dancing around a maypole with brightly colored ribbons, and the sharing of food and friendship during a school-wide community picnic.
C’mon down to Crux Saturday May 4th for our Spring Makers Market. We’ll be hosting 20 local vendors from 11am-4pm. Grab a pint, support small businesses, and discover unique treasures that you won't find anywhere else. Cheers!
Join us at Silver Moon Brewing for a mint julep and the Kentucky Derby with a twist! Local comedians will be riffing on the race festivities in the style of Mystery Science Theater 3000. This is a fundraising event for Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend with $5 from each mint julep donated to support […]
Drop off your kids for an unforgettable experience at Free Spirit's Kids Ninja Warrior Spring Break Camp! Our seasoned ninja coaches will lead them through exhilarating team games and tricky Ninja Warrior challenges to enhance their jumping, balancing, climbing, agility, and speed skills. Our inclusive camp fosters positive vibes, providing an ideal setting to make […]
Shake things up this Cinco de Mayo! Enjoy a dance lesson on the patio of the Canteen Bar and learn some new moves. Then DJ SOLO will spin a Latin Dance Party Mix. Too hot from all the dancing you’ve been doing? Take part in the celebration poolside! Pool passes will be available for $20 […]
We throw this party properly! Live music by Las Estrellas (Musica de la Tierra Caliente) - Specialty Beer & Cocktails - Fresh Elotes & Tamales - Food Trucks (including the best Mexican food in Bend from Sopa) - Come for all the festivities!
