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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October is bat appreciation month! Come learn how to create your own bat nest box to support local bats and avoid property damage. A well-located bat box can decrease conflicts with these insect eaters while preserving the benefits of their presence. Please contact jacob@thinkwildco.org with questions!
Enjoy the beauty of the Central Oregon Cascades and photograph pristine river scenes and lakes with towering mountains during Central Oregon’s beautiful autumn season. Local professional Landscape photographer Zack Schnepf will guide you to some of the areas most photogenic locations. Zack will teach you how to frame and capture stunning landscape photos.
Visit the best fall color in Central Oregon, and learn to take awesome autumn photos around Bend. Morning and sunset tours available. Destinations vary each week, depending on best places for the colors.
Join us every Sunday morning for a refreshing dip in the Deschutes River! Sunday Swim is a free, fun, and laid-back group where people of all ages come together just after sunrise to enjoy the benefits of cold plunging. Whether you're new or experienced, you can join in for a quick 10-second dip or stay […]
Join us on an Interpretive Beaver Walk on Sunday, October 13th, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Shevlin Park. Becca LiPuma and Maureen Thompson of Think Wild will lead the walk. Learn to identify beaver evidence, understand the critical role that beavers play in our ecosystem, and more! We will meet in the Aspen Hall […]
Get ready for a sexy, sultry, and captivating evening filled with mesmerizing fire dancing, sensual burlesque, and enticing drag performances. Brought to you by Tease Bang Boom Productions and Silver Moon Brewing, this is a rare opportunity to see Bend's best artistic performers as you've never seen them before. Featuring performers from High Desert Fire […]
Visit the best fall color in Central Oregon, and learn to take awesome autumn photos around Bend. Morning and sunset tours available. Destinations vary each week, depending on best places for the colors.
Join us every Sunday morning for a refreshing dip in the Deschutes River! Sunday Swim is a free, fun, and laid-back group where people of all ages come together just after sunrise to enjoy the benefits of cold plunging. Whether you're new or experienced, you can join in for a quick 10-second dip or stay […]
Visit the best fall color in Central Oregon, and learn to take awesome autumn photos around Bend. Morning and sunset tours available. Destinations vary each week, depending on best places for the colors.
Join us every Sunday morning for a refreshing dip in the Deschutes River! Sunday Swim is a free, fun, and laid-back group where people of all ages come together just after sunrise to enjoy the benefits of cold plunging. Whether you're new or experienced, you can join in for a quick 10-second dip or stay […]
Join us every Sunday morning for a refreshing dip in the Deschutes River! Sunday Swim is a free, fun, and laid-back group where people of all ages come together just after sunrise to enjoy the benefits of cold plunging. Whether you're new or experienced, you can join in for a quick 10-second dip or stay […]
Join us every Sunday morning for a refreshing dip in the Deschutes River! Sunday Swim is a free, fun, and laid-back group where people of all ages come together just after sunrise to enjoy the benefits of cold plunging. Whether you're new or experienced, you can join in for a quick 10-second dip or stay […]
Join us every Sunday morning for a refreshing dip in the Deschutes River! Sunday Swim is a free, fun, and laid-back group where people of all ages come together just after sunrise to enjoy the benefits of cold plunging. Whether you're new or experienced, you can join in for a quick 10-second dip or stay […]
Join us every Sunday morning for a refreshing dip in the Deschutes River! Sunday Swim is a free, fun, and laid-back group where people of all ages come together just after sunrise to enjoy the benefits of cold plunging. Whether you're new or experienced, you can join in for a quick 10-second dip or stay […]
Join us every Sunday morning for a refreshing dip in the Deschutes River! Sunday Swim is a free, fun, and laid-back group where people of all ages come together just after sunrise to enjoy the benefits of cold plunging. Whether you're new or experienced, you can join in for a quick 10-second dip or stay […]
Adventure & Naturalist Guided Experience: The Geminids Meteor Shower is one of the most plentiful meteor showers that grace our night skies each year! Cruising on snowshoes under the night sky, we will immerse ourselves in the winter wonderland of the Deschutes National Forest, enjoying a cup of delectable hot cocoa as we meander through […]
Adventure & Naturalist Guided Experience: The Geminids Meteor Shower is one of the most plentiful meteor showers that grace our night skies each year! Cruising on snowshoes under the night sky, we will immerse ourselves in the winter wonderland of the Deschutes National Forest, enjoying a cup of delectable hot cocoa as we meander through […]
Adventure & Naturalist Guided Experience: The Geminids Meteor Shower is one of the most plentiful meteor showers that grace our night skies each year! Cruising on snowshoes under the night sky, we will immerse ourselves in the winter wonderland of the Deschutes National Forest, enjoying a cup of delectable hot cocoa as we meander through […]
Adventure & Naturalist Guided Experience: The Geminids Meteor Shower is one of the most plentiful meteor showers that grace our night skies each year! Cruising on snowshoes under the night sky, we will immerse ourselves in the winter wonderland of the Deschutes National Forest, enjoying a cup of delectable hot cocoa as we meander through […]
Join us every Sunday morning for a refreshing dip in the Deschutes River! Sunday Swim is a free, fun, and laid-back group where people of all ages come together just after sunrise to enjoy the benefits of cold plunging. Whether you're new or experienced, you can join in for a quick 10-second dip or stay […]
Adventure & Naturalist Guided Experience: The Geminids Meteor Shower is one of the most plentiful meteor showers that grace our night skies each year! Cruising on snowshoes under the night sky, we will immerse ourselves in the winter wonderland of the Deschutes National Forest, enjoying a cup of delectable hot cocoa as we meander through […]
Adventure & Naturalist Guided Experience: The Geminids Meteor Shower is one of the most plentiful meteor showers that grace our night skies each year! Cruising on snowshoes under the night sky, we will immerse ourselves in the winter wonderland of the Deschutes National Forest, enjoying a cup of delectable hot cocoa as we meander through […]
Join us every Sunday morning for a refreshing dip in the Deschutes River! Sunday Swim is a free, fun, and laid-back group where people of all ages come together just after sunrise to enjoy the benefits of cold plunging. Whether you're new or experienced, you can join in for a quick 10-second dip or stay […]
Adventure & Naturalist Guided Experience: The Geminids Meteor Shower is one of the most plentiful meteor showers that grace our night skies each year! Cruising on snowshoes under the night sky, we will immerse ourselves in the winter wonderland of the Deschutes National Forest, enjoying a cup of delectable hot cocoa as we meander through […]
Adventure & Naturalist Guided Experience: The Geminids Meteor Shower is one of the most plentiful meteor showers that grace our night skies each year! Cruising on snowshoes under the night sky, we will immerse ourselves in the winter wonderland of the Deschutes National Forest, enjoying a cup of delectable hot cocoa as we meander through […]
Join us every Sunday morning for a refreshing dip in the Deschutes River! Sunday Swim is a free, fun, and laid-back group where people of all ages come together just after sunrise to enjoy the benefits of cold plunging. Whether you're new or experienced, you can join in for a quick 10-second dip or stay […]
Join us every Sunday morning for a refreshing dip in the Deschutes River! Sunday Swim is a free, fun, and laid-back group where people of all ages come together just after sunrise to enjoy the benefits of cold plunging. Whether you're new or experienced, you can join in for a quick 10-second dip or stay […]
Adventure: There is no more unique opportunity to ring in the new year than Wanderlust Tours’ Bonfire on the Snow, at midnight, under the light of our solar system’s twinkling lights. Cruising on snowshoes, our destination is a hand-carved amphitheater in the snow where a crackling bonfire awaits. Join us for a magical meander through […]
Riders will race as many laps as they can in the amount of time determined by their category in downtown Bend. The race begins and ends on NW Wall St., parallel to NW Minnesota. Racers will ride clockwise, heading north on NW Wall and taking a right onto NW Oregon and then a right onto […]
Riders will race as many laps as they can in the amount of time determined by their category in downtown Bend. The race begins and ends on NW Wall St., parallel to NW Minnesota. Racers will ride clockwise, heading north on NW Wall and taking a right onto NW Oregon and then a right onto […]
