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.
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Join Think Wild for our monthly Trivia Nights at The Lot on 745 NW Columbia St.! Test your knowledge of Central Oregon’s wildlife, outdoors, and conservation to win great prizes! We will also have excellent raffle prizes – tickets can be purchased with cash or via Venmo.
Share your poetry or sit back and enjoy in celebration of Poetry Month! All Poets should pre-register at barber.cocc.edu/poetry. Refreshments provided.
Elise Michaels is coming back to the vineyard to lead a class where you will create your very own unique leather cuff bracelet. You will get hands on guided instruction […]
Join us for this thematic overview and hands-on workshop where the Beaver Works Oregon team will introduce the "BeaverHOODs" concept and educate on the purpose and execution of our beaver […]
Join one of our illuminating classes where you'll receive step by step instructions on how to make your own 100% soy candle, create a unique scent blend, explore the fascinating […]
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 […]
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, […]
Sarah from It's Just Paint! is coming back to Faith Hope and Charity Vineyards for a fun afternoon of laughter, painting, and guiding you through creating this gorgeous canvas that you, yes you, will be able to take home and show off. Come check out how fun the best paint party in Central Oregon is, […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
In this personal journey, ultra-light backpacker and sought-after speaker Glen Van Peski shares the life lessons he has learned through years of lightening his pack and helping others. Adventures provide […]
Join one of our illuminating classes where you'll receive step by step instructions on how to make your own 100% soy candle, create a unique scent blend, explore the fascinating […]
Central Oregon resident and author of Mother of Rain and The Murder Gene, Karen Spears Zacharias will join us to discuss her new book, No Perfect Mothers, released March 5. […]
Located east of Bend, on the western flank of the Ochoco National Forest, Prineville sits in the heart of the Crooked River Caldera, an ancient supervolcano that last erupted around […]
A Mothers Day Special Event on May 10th. | For Mother’s and Daughters (ages 14+) I have designed a special workshop with Juniper Preserve just for you. It will be […]
Meet Oregon author Sandy Grubb and learn about her debut middle grade novel, Just Like Click, set at Black Butte Ranch. Books will be available for purchase and signing! Nick […]
Come on down for some country line and swing dancing! No experience necessary; come down with your two left feet. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the fundamental steps […]
Join Think Wild for our monthly Trivia Nights at The Lot on 745 NW Columbia St.! Test your knowledge of Central Oregon’s wildlife, outdoors, and conservation to win great prizes! We will also have excellent raffle prizes – tickets can be purchased with cash or via Venmo.
Join Pollinator Pathway Bend for a plant-filled afternoon celebrating the start of spring! Hear about upcoming Pollinator Pathway events and tips on gardening with native plants. Enjoy light refreshments, connect […]
The founder of SUS Magazine, Ruth Vernotico will walk attendees through the daily practice they've developed over their 25+ years as a creative and what their process is from start […]
Bend-La Pine Education Foundation's 16th annual Trivia Night...the biggest FUNdraiser of the year will be held at Silver Moon Brewing with Dustin Riley as the emcee. All proceeds go to the Classroom Enrichments (formerly known as Classroom Grants), benefiting the students in Bend, La Pine and Sunriver. Sponsor a team, come support your favorite educators […]
Looking for a laid-back night out? Come join me, your friendly local artist, for some painting and sipping fun! No pressure, just good vibes and a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're […]
Oregon resident Mitzi Asai Loftus and her son, David Loftus, will discuss her journey as a Japanese American during the 1940s internment camps to a successful career as a teacher. […]
With the passage of measure 109 there has been a lot of discussion and news around the use of psilocybin to improve health outcomes, however there is one legal psychedelic […]
Join us for this FREE event as four Bend-based authors will be at Roundabout Books from 12:00pm - 2:00pm to talk about their books. Authors will be seated around the […]
Join Sadie in this illuminating workshop designed by someone on the sober path for others on the sober path, including those who are sober curious, alcohol and drug counselors, yoga […]
🗓️ May 19th, 2024 📍 Tumalo State Park ⚠️ Reservation required. Spots are limited. ⚠️ Join us Sunday, May 19th, 2024 from 9am-10:30am at Tumalo State Park for our Backpacking […]
Join us for a unique ceramics experience where you get to unleash your creativity on a unique handcrafted clay plate. Bring your own ideas, and our artist will assist you […]
