🚨 Skiers, your weekend plans just got better! 🚨 Skyline Sports Complex has been groomed for both skate and classic skiing as of today. With fresh snow and the lights on until 8:30 p.m., it’s time to get those laps in. Friendly reminders: 🚫 No foot, dog, or bike traffic on the groomed ski trails ⛷️ Trails are open to all skiers unless a scheduled event is happening 👏 Huge thanks to the volunteers and partners making in-town skiing happen!

Winter’s best moments are simple: warm drinks, snowy walks, and the kind of scenery that makes you stop and take it all in. Bend, you always deliver ❄️✨

Powder days just hit differently when you’re prepared. ❄️ Don’t leave home without these 10 essentials: ✔️ Navigation tools (GPS, map, or trail app) ✔️ Insulated layers (hello, cozy!) ✔️ Snacks for the trail ✔️ First aid kit—because stuff happens ✔️ Avalanche safety gear (if the backcountry is calling) ✔️ Charged phone with offline maps (pro tip!) ✔️ Headlamp for those “oops, we stayed too long” moments ✔️ Firestarter + matches ✔️ An emergency blanket or shelter ✔️ A Sno-Park permit—your key to winter trails From the car to the trail, planning ahead means more time for fun in the snow. 🏔️

Snow-dusted trails and endless smiles are here again—winter is back in Bend, and the fun is just getting started! Whether you’re hiking, running, or playing fetch with your furry friend, there’s no better time to explore. 🐾❄️

🍻 Hey beer lovers! We’re cheering on Bend’s own @deschutesbrewery in the USA Today Reader’s Choice for Best Brewery Tour 2025—and we need your vote! There’s nothing like sipping your favorite brew while getting an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at where it’s made. Watch our video for a sneak peek of the Deschutes Brewery tour and see why it’s a must-visit experience. 👉 Vote once per day until Monday, February 24 at noon ET. Let’s show our love for Bend and help Deschutes take home the win! The top 10 winners will be announced on Wednesday, March 5. 🔗 Vote daily through the link in our bio.

😐➡️😁 This is the face you make when your weekend just went from ‘meh’ to ‘it’s absolutely dumping at Mt. Bachelor’

Dry January? Designated driver? Or just looking to mix it up? Bend’s non-alcoholic craft beer scene is here to surprise you. Last night, @ulco_axes and @luckeyswoodsman hosted Bend’s first-ever N/A craft beer dinner, pairing five standout alcohol-free brews with dishes like foraged mushroom stuffed duck and a grand fir-infused Nutella trifle. The result? Proof that Bend’s breweries aren’t just setting the bar—they’re redefining it. With Deschutes, Crux, and more leading the way, it’s easy to sip your way through Bend—without the buzz. Ready to explore? Add these standout picks to your list:
🍻 @deschutesbrewery – Fresh Squeezed N/A IPA
🍻 @cruxfermentationproject – NøMø Hoppy Red
🍻 @10barrelbrewing – N/A IPA 
🍻 @bridge99brewery – N/A No-Wake Zone Pale Ale 👉 What’s your favorite N/A brew?

Saddle up for tomorrow night 🤠🌵 Looking for a little cinematic escape? @tinpantheater is hosting Spaghetti Western Wednesday, complete with popcorn and larger-than-life showdowns. Afterward, you can cap the night at @sansimonbend with a cocktail that’s as smooth as a gunslinger’s draw. A perfect pairing for a midweek adventure. 🥃🎥

Who knew learning could look this magical? Step into the @highdesertmuseum for moments like this—up close and personal with the region’s coolest critters. 🦦✨

Trade the noise for the gentle crunch of snow and the stillness of Bend’s snowy trails. Snowshoeing with @wanderlusttours always feels like magic. ❄️✨

Summer plans? Sorted ✔️ @fairwellfest is back July 18-19, 2025 🤠🎶 Don’t miss a thing—sign up for updates and be the first to know about the 2025 Lineup, Presale, and more at fairwellfestival.com

Street food vibes, elevated. 🍜✨ @jiastreetkitchen brings bold flavors, handcrafted cocktails, and a vibe that’s as unforgettable as the menu.

There’s no app for this: snow crunching under your boots, a river carving through the quiet of winter, and the feeling that you’ve found exactly what you’ve been looking for. #ThisisBend

The sunsets this week: 10/10, no notes 🏆

The formula for winter fun? Sled, snow, and hill. ❄️ Add some big sends and even bigger laughs, and you’ve got winter in Bend at its best. 🛷✨

Namasté, but make it rock-solid. 🪨 Balancing Rocks creates the perfect setting for mindfulness—and plenty of “how is that even possible?” moments. 🤯

Ever followed fresh snowshoe tracks into a quiet forest and felt like you had the whole world to yourself? @wanderlusttours knows how to make that magic happen—with plenty of laughs and hot cocoa (or something a bit stronger 😉) to go around.🌲❄️

Friday’s calling and it says: 🥃 Meet me at Stihl Whiskey Bar! Shake off the week with a handcrafted cocktail or a whiskey that’ll make your taste buds do a little happy dance. @stihlwhiskeybar, is all about good drinks, good vibes, and starting the weekend off right. 🪩✨

Step lightly, tread softly—this is where the (tiny) wild things roam. 🐾✨ 📍Tumalo Mountain

All that matters in the quiet of the climb is your breath, the rhythmic click of your gear, and the feel of hands meeting rock. 🧗#ThisIsBend 📷: @tylerroemer

Weekend plans? Just a few deep turns at Mt. Bachelor. Nothing big. 🫡🎿

Boyd Cave in winter? It’s like stepping into a secret underground ice palace. ❄️ Grab your headlamp, watch your step (it’s slick out there), and get ready for a whole new kind of Bend adventure.

Some call it a winter wonderland. Around here, it’s just a Wednesday in Bend. ❄️🌲 #visitbend #thisisbend

A night to celebrate. A year to explore. 🥂🎉 Bend’s magic doesn’t stop when the lights go out—tomorrow’s trails are waiting for you.🌲✨ #thisisbend #visitbend #newyearseve

Mornings like these remind you why Bend is an adventure lover’s paradise. #thisisbend #visitbend