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.
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The Deschutes Historical Museum invites the public to our 42nd Annual Chili Feed and Raffle event November 7-8 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., a fundraiser to support year-round programs and exhibits. Admission to the museum is free during the event. Featuring “Millie’s Chili” and assorted pie flavors for dessert. In addition to lunch, tickets […]
The 49th Snowflake Boutique will be Friday, November 7th 1:00pm -8:00pm and Saturday, November 8th 9:00am - 5:00pm at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center in the Cascade Lakes South (formerly South Sisters) Building. Admission is $4.00 per person, children under 12 are free. This is the 49th year for an amazing holiday event […]
Harvest is done and Fall is definitely here! Come join us for a fun Succulent Pumpkin Workshop! The workshop will walk you through the process of selecting your succulents, and how to place and secure them into your pumpkin. Your final pumpkin will be a beautiful gift or centerpiece for your Fall table setting. After […]
Celebrate First Friday in Downtown Bend at Scalehouse Gallery with two exhibition openings and Bend Design’s 10-year anniversary! Public (Art) Works – Free Admission Featuring local artists Ben Hull and Eli Hogan, this exhibition showcases selected artworks for the City of Bend’s Public Works Campus in partnership with Art in Public Places (AiPP). This exhibition […]
This is a show about death. This show dives into the “whole being dead thing” with heart and humor. When teenager Lydia Deetz moves into a haunted house and meets the ghostly couple who once lived there—along with a mischievous demon named Beetlejuice—chaos ensues!
-Girl Dinner & Happy Hour- $25 Girl Dinner includes: Small Cesar Salad Side of Fries - extra ranch Classic Lemon Drop OR EXTRA DIRTY vodka martini
Join us for a culty and clever author discussion with Oregon author and journalist, Leah Sottile as she talks about her new investigative book, ‘Blazing Eye Sees All'. Leah Sottile is an Oregon-based investigative journalist and writer known for her in-depth reporting on extremism, cults, and fringe belief movements in the American West. Join us […]
EMBODIED: An Evening of Conscious Dance and Elixirs First Friday’s this Fall | 10/3 | 11/7 | 12/5 with Ashlee Gruver & Kelly Nie Welcome to Embodied: An Evening of Conscious Dance and Elixirs. Join us on the first Friday evening of each month this Fall (October, November and December) as we explore the spaciousness […]
High Desert Chamber Music’s 18th season, presented by Washington Trust Bank and Lynch Murphy McLane LLP, continues with Quatuor Agate, a French string quartet who recently concluded a tour of 23 major concert halls across 14 European countries. Don’t miss this critically acclaimed group’s Central Oregon debut!
Bend Comedy is back with another unforgettable night of laughter! Join us Friday, November 7 for a showcase featuring some of the most exciting comedians in the Northwest. - Headliner - JULIA CORRAL Julia Corral is a Latina comic from Portland, OR. She has been described as the friendliest-caustic person you will ever meet. The […]
The Bend Snow & Avalanche Workshop is back in action this fall! Get snow-season ready with speakers from around the country touching on topics from risk and decision making, to traveling safely through the backcountry, to snow science and human factors. Presentations will benefit all experience levels and attendees will gain new tools and knowledge […]
THE CHALLENGE Conquer the infamous Pilot Butte with a twist: every lap must be faster than the one before it. Push too hard at the beginning, and you'll find yourself unable to beat your time on subsequent laps—resulting in disqualification and a spot on the sidelines. Only those with ice in their veins will prevail. […]
The Deschutes Historical Museum invites the public to our 42nd Annual Chili Feed and Raffle event November 7-8 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., a fundraiser to support year-round programs and exhibits. Admission to the museum is free during the event. Featuring “Millie’s Chili” and assorted pie flavors for dessert. In addition to lunch, tickets […]
This is a show about death. This show dives into the “whole being dead thing” with heart and humor. When teenager Lydia Deetz moves into a haunted house and meets the ghostly couple who once lived there—along with a mischievous demon named Beetlejuice—chaos ensues!
Harvest is done and Fall is definitely here! Come join us for a fun Succulent Pumpkin Workshop! The workshop will walk you through the process of selecting your succulents, and how to place and secure them into your pumpkin. Your final pumpkin will be a beautiful gift or centerpiece for your Fall table setting. After […]
Join us for a fun, delicious fall fundraiser this November 8! The event will support Think Wild, Central Oregon's wildlife hospital and conservation center. With entry, guests will get to sample and vote on their favorite chilis, soups, and sides within five categories.
This is a show about death. This show dives into the “whole being dead thing” with heart and humor. When teenager Lydia Deetz moves into a haunted house and meets the ghostly couple who once lived there—along with a mischievous demon named Beetlejuice—chaos ensues!
Mike Biggers of Anvil Blasters and Lilli Worona of Dry Canyon Stampede are two well known Folk/Americana musicians on the central Oregon music scene. This concert they will join up for a dynamic singer/songwriter duo. Both write original music that is light hearted, inspiring and fun. Come on out for a night of lilting harmonies, […]
Join us for a special evening with Hundred Suns Winery, one of Oregon’s most exciting producers. Owners and winemakers Grant Coulter and Renée Saint-Amour will lead us through a hands-on tasting workshop exploring the versatility of Oregon wine. Together, we’ll dive into the character and expression of Pinot Noir, Gamay, Pinot Meunier, Syrah, and Chardonnay, […]
Bits N Skits productions is producing a 21+ prom night! A portion of our proceeds will go to the American Foundation for suicide prevention. The AFSP, established in 1987, is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading […]
Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter, storytelling, and musical comedy with Lexis Shardé — a sharp-witted performer whose humor is equal parts clever, real, and refreshingly relatable. Lexis has been performing for over a decade, blending stand-up, improv, and parody into an experience that’s as dynamic as it is entertaining. A comedian and […]
Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge is hosting Captain Marvel herself, Brie Larson, for her Party People cookbook tour, in collaboration with Courtney McBroom (former Milk Bar culinary director). EACH TICKET INCLUDES: ONE SIGNED COPY OF PARTY PEOPLE A WELCOME COCKTAIL A 4-COURSE PARTY PEOPLE-INSPIRED DINNER (featuring 10 recipes) MEET & GREET MOMENTS PLUS A FEW FUN […]
Central Oregon Veterans Outreach is pleased to invite you to The 24th Annual Veterans Day Parade “Service to Nation and Community” With Grand Marshal: Robert Landers USMC Vietnam Veteran Downtown Bend Tuesday November 11, 2025 11AM
Calling all young artists! Join us for a fun-filled painting class where creativity runs wild and masterpieces are made.
Wander into the woods — one brushstroke at a time. Escape into the peaceful beauty of golden aspens and winding trails at this guided Paint & Sip event.
3 hours of funky groovy jazzy goodness at one of Bend's most iconic venues.
We are all having to be tough cookies these days. We are pudding together a comedy night for a sweet escape. These beefcakes will be throwing their sugar and spice to make your night a little sweeter. This show being hosted by Bend's 2025 Platinum Entertainer is the icing on this already perfect cake. We […]
What happens when governmental regimes dictate aesthetic taste and remove support for the arts? Historical parallels to the present condition of crisis in America will open a view to the cultural consequences we can expect, as well as the forms of resistance that have best served the arts in the past. Refreshments served.
Join Regional Wine Educator Dan Walsh as we taste through Sonoma! Exploring how the the vast array of soil types and micro climates in Sonoma provides an ideal growing environment for nearly all varietals. Class price refunded with 2 bottle purchase Come before or stay after for dinner at Flights!
Nate Koehler with special guest Simone Isabella at Mountain Burger for Thursday Night Live!
Reading anything good lately? Michelle Nijhuis—frequent contributor to the New York Review of Books and author of Beloved Beasts: Fighting for Life in the Age of Extinction—will highlight 20 influential environmental books that will shift your thinking.
