Bend Magazine

HDCM Concert Series: KARIM SAID
2025-10-12 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend, 97702
Opening night of High Desert Chamber Music’s 18th season, presented by Washington Trust Bank and Lynch Murphy McLane LLP, features Karim Said. This gifted Middle Eastern pianist has been praised by Intermezzo for his “clear and robust articulation with an intelligence of phrasing way beyond his years,” and described by Classical Iconoclast as “impressive technically… effortless elegance and grace.” Join us for his Central Oregon debut and an exciting start to another unforgettable season of music with High Desert Chamber Music!
This evening is brought to you by Miller Lumber. Join Karim for a pre-concert talk about the program beginning at 4:30pm. This concert preview is free for all ticket holders.
Program: Byrd Fantasia in A minor MB27, Beethoven Sonata Op.101, Chopin Ballade No. 1 in G minor Op.23, Said Eneduana, Liszt/Schumann “Widmung’, Schumann Fantasiestücke Op.12

Fall Festival at The Lodge at Sunriver Resort
2025-10-12 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-11 12:00 - 17:00 | The Backyard at The Lodge at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR, Sunriver, 97707
October 11 – 12, 2025 | 12 pm – 5 pm
Join us for Sunriver Resort’s Fall Festival! We’ll have pony rides, a petting zoo, a bounce house, a pumpkin patch, arts and crafts vendors, and fall-inspired food and drink specials at The Backyard Cafe and Bar! This is a family event you won’t want to miss.
The event is complimentary and tickets are not required for entry. Please note that food, activities, and pumpkins will be available for purchase.

Sunriver Fall Festival
2025-10-12 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver, OR, United States
Join us for Sunriver Resort’s Fall Festival! We are celebrating fall with a fun-filled weekend for the whole family. We’ll have pony rides, a petting zoo, a bounce house, face painting, a pumpkin patch, and fall-inspired food and drink specials at the Backyard Cafe and Bar! This is a family event you won’t want to miss.

Second Sunday Market
2025-10-12 11:00 - 15:00 | The Old Iron Works, 50 SE Scott St., Bend, 97702
Come celebrate the Third Annual Second Sunday Market located at Gathered Wares in the Old Iron Works District! Bend’s premiere vintage clothing and home goods market. Shop from various local vintage vendors and makers while you dance to live music on vinyl by Adam Howell every second Sunday of the month, April to October 11-3 pm. Family friendly! New vendors every month.

Haunted Masquerade at the Hanai Center
2025-10-11 19:00 - 22:00 | The Hanai Center, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend, 97701
Our 3rd annual Masquerade Ball is back with a spooky twist! Join us at the beautiful Hanai Center for a haunted evening, featuring specialty cocktails, small bites, dancing, raffles, and prizes!
Tickets are $75/person and include small bites and two drinks.
Proceeds benefit KIDS Center. Sponsored by Hanai Foundation.

The ScareGrounds Haunted Attractions
2025-10-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-10 19:00 - 21:00 | ScareGrounds Haunted Attractions, 120 SW Glacier Ave, Redmond, OR, 97734, United States
The ScareGrounds haunted attractions. The ScareGrounds in Redmond are back and as frightening as ever, with two haunted attractions this year. Join the Asylum for the Criminally Insane; where people are abandoned and the patients, alive and dead, roam to terrorize all who enter! Or visit the Demented Toy Factory if you dare. They take great pride in the manufacturing of toys…making custom, one-of-a-kind toys for customers that are to DIE for.

Bend Moonlight Haunted Market
2025-10-11 16:00 - 23:00 | Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave, Bend, 97701
It’s our favorite time of year again! Join us for the Bend Moonlight haunted market.
Oct 11th from 4 pm-11 pmLive music 7 pm-9 pmFree to attend at Silver Moon BrewingAll ages welcome!
Live music, DJ Sorski, vendors of all sorts, food, tattoos, and booze! It’s a spell of a good time.

Bend Moonlight Haunted Market
2025-10-11 16:00 - 23:00 | Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave, Bend, 97701
THIS SATURDAY!
10/11
4-11 pm
FREE FREE FREE!!
Live music from 7-9 pm
Performers, scare actors, vendors, tattoos, food, music, booze, costumes and sooooo much more

First Peoples Celebration with Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs
2025-10-11 13:00 - 17:00 | Oregon State University – Cascades, 1500 Chandler Ave., Bend, 97702
Explore and celebrate the history and culture of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs through a showcase of traditional regalia and Native dancing, traditional tribal crafts and artistry, and a round dance with the Grammy-nominated Black Lodge Singers. OSU-Cascades and the Confederated Tribes share an acknowledged partnership. The event is supported with a grant from the Bend Cultural Tourism Fund.

Sunriver Fungi Fest and Mushroom Show
2025-10-11 10:00 - 16:00 | SHARC, 57250 Overlook Road, Sunriver, 97707
Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory and Central Oregon Mushroom Club present three days of fungi-filled fun — culminating in Fungi Fest on Saturday, October 11! Tickets are ON SALE now
Here’s what’s in store:
• A featured presentation about the fungi of Cascadia by renowned field mycologist Noah Siegel
• Expert-guided fungi foray field trip
• Gourmet mushroom dinner with Chef Jackson “Rooster” Higdon from Luckey’s Woodsman
Fungi Fest & Mushroom Show:
• Mushroom display showcasing hundreds of fungi specimens
• A vibrant marketplace with fungi-focused food vendors, mushroom goods, art & more
• Cooking demo, educational talks, and workshops every hour
• Hands-on activities for all ages
• Mushroom coffee, mocktails & mushroom menus from local food vendors
• Live music
Mark your calendar and come celebrate the magic of mushrooms with us — get your tickets now!

Swoon at the Moon at Asterisk Observatory
2025-10-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Asterisk Observatory, 10136 NE Crooked River Dr, Terrebonne, United States
FREE cosmic fun at Asterisk Observatory!
Swoon At The Moon & Fun With The Sun
Sat. Oct 11 | 10 am–1 pm
Telescopes
Solar + lunar viewing
Family-friendly & FREE

Skyliners Ski Swap
2025-10-11 08:00 - 17:00 | The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
REGISTRATION is now OPEN for public consignment. Click here for all the details on 2025 Skyliners Ski Swap! You’ll also learn more about volunteering opportunities and how to snag tickets to the Pre-Sale & Party on Friday Night. We hope you’ll join us for Bend’s unofficial kick-off to the winter season!

FRIDAY NIGHT ROLLER DANCING
2025-10-10 19:30 - 21:30 | The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Open Skate with those Friday night dance vibes. Complete with good music and roller dancing.

2025 Friday Night Roller Dance themes:– 1st Friday: Glow Night (glow sticks & pop music)– 2nd Friday: Pajama Party– 3rd Friday: Queer Night– 4th Friday: DJ Dance Party– 5th Friday: Costume Night

Recreational roller skating for all ages and abilities. Children 6 years and under must be supervised by a responsible person 14 years or older.Fees: $7 Youth (age 3-18) | $8 Adult (age 65+) | $9 Adult (age 19-64). Children under 3 are free with a paying adult. Skate rental: $4/person.Please bring your own helmet.More information.

Skyliners Ski Swap Pre-Sale and Party
2025-10-10 17:30 - 20:30 | Crux Fermentation Project, 50 SW Division St., Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join us for an incredible evening at our Pre-sale & Party. Your ticket will give you first access to this year’s deals, a Winter Expo, food, beverages, and an open-air film by the fire pits. The first 300 in attendance will receive one complimentary adult beverage from this year’s host, @cruxfermentationproject.
Tickets won’t be available at the door, so be sure to snag one before 11:59 on 10/9.

PAKA Pop-Up at Mountain Supply
2025-10-10 15:00 - 20:00 | Mountain Supply, 834 NW Colorado Ave., Bend, 97703, United States
This fall, we’re hitting the road to bring a little piece of the Andes to a town near you. Join us in Bend, OR to meet the team, learn more about alpaca fiber, experience our super-soft gear….and of course, hang out with alpacas.
Shop PAKA gear in partnership with Mountain Supply.Enjoy live music from the Smoke Drifters.Meet alpacas from our friends at Flying Dutchman Alpacas.Score exclusive PAKA giveaways (hello, free socks!)And, we’re donating 30% of all PAKA proceeds from the event to the Deschutes Land Trust to support your local community.

Redmond Farmers Market
2025-10-10 15:00 - 19:00 | Redmond Farmers Market, 725 SW Evergreen, Redmond, 98008, United States
Join us weekly at the Redmond Farmer’s Market for fresh local produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, and community connection! Meet local farmers, sample delicious baked goods, and discover unique creations from talented makers and artists.

Author Talk with Terry Healey: The Resilience Mindset
2025-10-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Evergreen Ave Collaborative, 521 SW 6th Street, Redmond, 97756, United States
How do we navigate life’s toughest challenges and still move forward with strength and purpose? Join us at Evergreen Ave Collaborative for an inspiring evening with local author Terry Healey, as he shares insights from his new book, The Resilience Mindset: How Adversity Can Strengthen Individuals, Teams, and Leaders.
At just 21 years old, Terry faced a life-threatening cancer that left him with a permanent facial difference. Rather than allowing it to define him, he transformed moments of hardship into turning points that shaped a practical framework for resilience. Built around four core principles, his approach empowers individuals, teams, and leaders to not only overcome challenges but to find meaning, confidence, and growth because of them.
This special talk blends Terry’s personal journey with actionable tools, evidence-backed research, and stories of others who turned overwhelming obstacles into opportunities for renewal. Whether you are seeking encouragement in your own life, or inspiration as a leader guiding others, this gathering offers both heartfelt storytelling and practical strategies to take home.

Live Music Thursdays at Bar Rio
2025-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Bar Rio, 915 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Grab your favorite bites & sips, and listen to the music, curated by Migz Music. Artists play music ranging from flamenco, jazz, blues, pop, latin, and more.
Live music artists are featured every Thursday, 6pm to 8pm, at Bar Rio in downtown Bend.

Think Wild Community Pint Night
2025-10-09 17:00 - 19:00 | The Ale Apothecary, 30 SW Century Dr., Bend, 97702
Celebrate Bat Appreciation Month with Think Wild and The Ale Apothecary!
This October, every Thursday night is a Community Pint Night at The Ale Apothecary—and you’re invited! Throughout the entire month, $1 from every beer sold will be donated to Think Wild to support our work rescuing and rehabilitating injured and orphaned native wildlife, restoring habitats, and educating our community about how to coexist with the wild neighbors we all share.
Why bats? October is Bat Appreciation Month, and bats are a vital part of our ecosystems, helping control insects, pollinate plants, and keep our landscapes healthy. To honor these amazing animals, each pint night will include bat-themed activities like:
• Batman Movie Night
• Bat Trivia
• Pumpkin Carving
• And more surprises throughout the month
Bring your friends, raise a glass of wild yeast craft beer, and join us in celebrating a great local business and important cause! Whether you come once or every Thursday in October, you’ll be supporting both local craft beer and local conservation.
The Ale Apothecary | Thursdays in October | Community Pint Nights

Bicycle Sprint Races on the Go-Kart Track at Sun Mountain Fun Center
2025-10-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Sun Mountain Fun Center, 300 NE Bend River Mall Drive, Bend, 97703, United States
Elimination contests for gals and guys.
Gears/ Road & Cross/ BMK/ Klunkers & Fendered Bikes/ Singlespeeds/ Tandems
Outdoor concrete track under the lights on Thursday nights at Sun Mountain Fun Center. Must show a 2025 OBRA Card or buy $5 one-day license. Registration is only on-site. Cash or Venmo. Helmets required.
25 rider max/night, first to arrive gets on track.

Sunriver Resort Farmers Market
2025-10-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver, OR, United States
Join us this summer at the Sunriver Resort Farmers Market, and discover a wide variety of fresh, farm-to-table products from dedicated local vendors. From freshly butchered meats to seasonal produce, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re stocking up for the week or looking for a special treat, you’ll find high-quality, sustainably grown items made by passionate farmers and makers right in your own community. Support local businesses, enjoy fresh produce, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere. Don’t miss out—it’s the perfect way to spend a Thursday morning!

Bend Film Festival
2025-10-08 - 2025-10-12 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
Join us for the 22nd Annual Bend Film Festival this October 8-12, 2025! Explore More Films and More Stories, Now Expanded to Five Days. The world has Cannes and Sundance. But of the hundreds of film festivals across the country, Bend Film Festival has been a marquee event in Bend, Oregon for 22 years. Every second weekend in October, it celebrates the world of independent cinema through films, lectures and education in a festival of discovery. It’s headed up by BendFilm, a nonprofit with a mission to spread indie film love.
Learn More About the Festival
BendFilm is an independent Oregon film festival in the truest sense, rugged, brilliant, daring, adventurous, fun, and engaging. Academy-qualifying and one of the “25 Coolest Festivals in the World,” BendFilm is located in the wondrous mountain town of Bend, OR and has been showcasing some of the best independent films in the Pacific Northwest and beyond for 21 years. BendFilm is an imaginative and thought-provoking organization who is also the operator of a microcinema, the Tin Pan Theater. Bend is a culture-loving community that shares your passion for creative arts.
Our Festival screenings are intimate, allowing you immediate access to the next best filmmakers. It’s hosted in a number of local theaters, including a historic movie theater downtown, a state-of-the-art cinema, inside a craft brewery, a chic performance venue, and our very own Tin Pan Theater. If you are an indie film advocate or are just looking for a one-of-a-kind experience, our festival and theater in Bend, Oregon, is well worth it.
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Bangers and Brews Redmond Oktobrewfest
2025-10-06 15:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-05 15:00 - 20:00 | Bangers and Brews Redmond, 827 SW 7th St. , Redmond, 97756, United States
BANGERS and BREWS Redmond Presents: OktoBREWfest – a fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association on Saturday and Sunday, October 5th and 6th!
Bangers & Brews Redmond – 827 SW 7th St.
October 5th & 6th, 2025
3-8pm
Benefiting @alzassociation @alzorswwa
Kid Friendly – All Ages Welcome
Dog Friendly
Free!

Oktoberfest at Viaggio Wine Merchant
2025-10-05 14:00 - 19:00 | Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Ste 160, Bend, 97702
Oktoberfest season isn’t over yet! We’re pairing German and Austrian inspired wines and hard-to-find beer with grilled Butter Chicken Thighs and Olympia Provisions Bier Bratwurst, alongside German Potato Salad and Honey Mustard Glazed Carrots. No reservations required. Serving 2-7pm. Prost!

Vintage Pop-Up Shop at UPP Liquids
2025-10-05 12:00 - 18:00 | Upp Liquids, 550 Sw Industrial way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Come join us for a groovy time filled with vintage to modern clothing finds and tunes spun by a live DJ. Browse through unique pieces from different eras and a curated selection of one-of-a-kind pieces that will add a touch of nostalgia to your wardrobe. Whether you’re a seasoned vintage lover or just looking to spice up your style, this event is perfect for anyone with an eye for timeless fashion. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to score some amazing pieces and elevate your look. See you there!

Read What You Want
2025-10-05 - 2025-10-11 | Deschutes Public Library, 507 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Banned Books Week (October 5–11) reminds us why free and open access to information matters. Libraries are here to protect your right to read and ensure diverse voices stay on the shelves.
Check out the ALA’s lists of the most challenged books… by year, decade, even century. Start with the top 100 from 2010–2019.
