Bend Magazine

Cinco de Mayo at Monkless Belgian Ale Brasserie
2025-05-05 11:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Monkless Belgian Ales, 803 SW Industrial Way, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Join us on Monday, May 5th for a lively & festive Cinco de Mayo Celebration at the Monkless Brasserie! Indulge in a fantastic tacos & beer flight pairing experience to tantalize your taste buds. Or sip on a tasty margarita while enjoying the unparalleled view that our back patio offers. Either way, it’s a celebration you simply do not want to miss!

Cinco de Mayo at Bar Rio
2025-05-05 14:00 - 21:00 | Bar Rio, 915 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Join us for a (free) Cinco de Mayo celebration. Enjoy cocktails by Batanga Tequila, tacos & tapas, live Flamenco by Miguel de Alonso, and live Latin Pop by Jose Martin & Paul Steichan.

Cinco de Mayo at River's Place 2025
2025-05-05 18:00 - 20:00 | River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
This is one our FAVORITE parties of the year! Live music by Estrellas, Musical de Tierra Caliente ~ Fresh Handmade Tamales ~ Elotes ~ Specialty Cocktails & Beer ~ THE best Mexican food from SOPA & specials from our food trucks. Let’s Fiesta!!

Bingo!
2025-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Have fun, win $$ and help out a local non profit organization. Cards $1-$5

Wine Wednesdays at Bar Rio
2025-05-07 15:00 - 22:00 | Bar Rio, 915 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Wine Up and Wind Down” every Wednesday at Bar Rio in downtown Bend from 3 PM until closing. Enjoy a selection of expertly curated wines, all priced at just $10 per glass. Whether you’re looking to unwind after a long day or simply savor a delicious glass of wine with friends, this weekly special offers the perfect opportunity to experience Bar Rio’s vibrant atmosphere and extensive wine list.

Pollinator Pathway Bend Spring Kickoff
2025-05-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Wintercreek Nursery, 63405 Deschutes Market Road, Bend, 97701
Welcome to the Pollinator Pathway Bend Spring Kick-Off event at Wintercreek Nursery! Join us May 7th, 2025 at 4:00 PM for a plant-filled afternoon celebrating the start of spring. Hear about upcoming Pollinator Pathway Bend events and tips on gardening with native plants. Enjoy light refreshments as we welcome the warmer weather together. Don’t miss out on the chance to connect with fellow plant enthusiasts and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Wintercreek Nursery. And there will be native plants available for purchase. This is a free event, but registration is required. Family and friends welcome, just be sure to register them because space is limited. We can’t wait to see you there!

Make a Mother's Day Gift at Whistle Stop Farm and Flowers
2025-05-07 17:30 - 19:00 | Whistle Stop Farm and Flowers, 65325 Pleasant Ridge Rd, Bend, 97701, United States
We will provide all the needed materials and ideas to help your littles to make a one-of-a-kind gift for mom or grandma! Terracotta pots decorated with your child’s handprints, fingerprint ladybugs, butterflies or flowers! Your imagination is the limit! Once the paint is dry, we will fill them with spring bloomers! Such a fun activity! $15 per pot – Limit 10 families, 1 pot per child in each family. Register now!

Rosé and Roses with Mom
2025-05-08 15:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-09 15:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-10 15:00 - 21:00 | Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Celebrate Mom May 8-10th with a flight of dry Rosés, including Rosé Champagne and fresh Roses to take home. Available all day 3-9 PM. Reservations available and walk-ins welcome. Add on Wine & Paint night or some fried chicken on Thursday, May 8th! Friday, May 9th, we are hosting Bingo for BEAT Children’s Theatre 6-8 PM (reservations recommended).

Pint Night with OAS: Cribbage for a Cause
2025-05-08 16:00 - 19:00 | The Ale Apothecary, 30 SW Century Dr., Bend, 97702
Community Pint Night at The Ale Apothecary! We are teaming up with Oregon Adaptive Sports for March Pint Nights! Join us every Thursday 4-7pm, play Cribbage for a Cause and raise a glass to OAS and help us create access to the great outdoors!

Tangled Up In Knots Pop-Up
2025-05-08 17:00 - 20:00 | The Old Iron Works, 50 SE Scott St., Bend, 97702
Join us for a Tangled Up in Knots pop-up outside Cafe De Schutes this Thursday. Find the perfect macrame piece for Mom, just in time for Mother’s Day or grab something for yourself. See ya there!

Roco Wine Dinner at Sunriver Resort
2025-05-08 17:00 - 21:00 | Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver, OR, United States
Join us for an evening at the Roco Wine Dinner on May 8, 2025, at 5 p.m. in the Hearth Room at Lodge Kitchen where award-winning wines are paired with a specially crafted multi-course menu.
Enjoy a guided tasting experience, savor the perfect food and wine pairings in a beautiful setting, and learn about the craftsmanship behind each bottle. Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or new to the world of fine wines, this evening promises a celebration of great taste, amazing company, and unforgettable memories.
$150 / person | Must be 21+ to participate

Wine & Paint Night
2025-05-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Join us on Thursday May 8th, 6:30pm-8:30pm for a Wine and Paint night with Chalked Creative! Includes a glass of wine and all the painting supplies you’ll need. We recommend making an earlier reservation if you’d like dinner before. Thursdays are Fried Chicken and Champagne night at Flights!

Friday Night Race Lights at Hoodoo
2025-05-09 17:00 - 20:00 | Hoodoo Ski Area
Get ready for exhilarating Friday nights under the lights with the Hoodoo Friday Night Race League! This 5-week winter race series is perfect for skiers of all ages and abilities who crave a little friendly competition. Whether you’re aiming for the podium, honing your skills, or just looking for a fun Friday night activity, this league is for you. Join us for individual races in four divisions (Under 18 Female, 18 & Over Female, Under 18 Male, 18 & Over Male) with prizes awarded for fastest, most consistent, and most improved in each division. Register before January 22nd for just $20 per person for the whole season or $25 after.
When & Where:
Time: Course open 5:00–8:00 PM, weather permitting
Dates:
January 24
January 31
February 7
NO RACING February 14th (President’s Day Weekend)
February 21
February 28
March 7 (Makeup if weather or conditions require cancellation

Clay Workshop with La Luce Studio - Platters for Mothers Day
2025-05-09 17:30 - 20:00 | Tumalo Lavender
Mothers Day Platter two-part Workshop
$150
April 27th 1:00-3:30
May 9th 5:30-8:00
(If the second day of the Workshop is too difficult to come to, Krista will plan a time with you to finish your pieces in her studio.)
Time to celebrate Mom! This two-part workshop is just in time for Mother’s Day! The focus of the workshop will be on hand building platters and serving dishes, decoration, imprinting with flowers and designs, painting techniques and finishing touches. You will love spending time with Mom, or creating a piece for your Mom at this workshop.
INCLUDED:
Two – 2.5 hour workshops at Tumalo Lavender
1-2 handmade clay pieces, fully fired and food-grade
Instruction & Materials
10% off day-of purchases at Tumalo Lavender
Dried Lavender Bouquet for you to take home
Drinks & treats provided
All clay, glaze, flowers and tools will be provided. Pieces will be fired and glazed by Krista, and will be available for pickup within 4-6 weeks of the session at the Tumalo Lavender store. Get ready to have fun!
There are 12 spots available for this workshop, sign up before they fill up! If less than 4 people sign up, we will need to reschedule for another time. Thank you for your understanding!
Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the workshop are non-refundable. Please call the farm at ‭(541) 383-2441‬ for questions or to inquire about a refund.
Feel free to contact Krista Brenner of La Luce Studio at
krista@lalucestudio.com or (415) 308-4538. You can also view La Luce
Studio here:
https://www.instagram.com/la.lucestudio?igsh=NjB4d2M4Mjg3Zmo3

Bingo Night @ The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales
2025-05-09 18:00 - 20:00 | The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales, 900 SE Wilson Avenue, Suite H, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Get ready for a night of fun & prizes at The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales! Join us on Friday, May 9th, for Bingo Night! The action kicks off at 6PM, so come early to grab your spot. It’s completely free to play, and we’ve got some prizes waiting for you!
Our Bar Manager, John, will be hosting & serving up your favorite Monkless beers, along with cider, wine, and non-alcoholic options. Feel free to bring your own snacks, or indulge in our delicious Cheese Board and warm Pretzel with Bier Cheese.
Come for the Bingo, stay for the fun—let’s make it a relaxing & memorable Friday night! We can’t wait to see you there!

SDH Monthly On-site Adoption Event
2025-05-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Street Dog Hero, 910 SE Wilson Ave. Ste A-1, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join us for our monthly adoption event, which will be held at our facility in Bend, OR! This is a perfect opportunity to meet our adoptable SDH pups! So whether you’ve had your eye on a special someone or you just want to come stop by and meet them on-site – this is the event for you!
Plus, we will be hosting a free dog food bank as well.
Come stop by, say hello, and meet your new BFF!
Have a dog in mind that you would like to take home from the event? Be sure to fill our an Adoption Application on our website prior to the event so you can get pre-approved to take them for a home trial right away!

"Mary Poppins Returns" at The Tower Theatre
2025-05-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
Presented by the Assistance League of Bend, the Deschutes Public Library, & The nonprofit Tower Theatre Foundation. Assistance League of Bend will be in the lobby before the show to hand out free books!
A few decades after her original visit, Mary Poppins, the magical nanny, returns to help the Banks siblings and Michael’s children through a difficult time in their lives. This is a non-ticketed event, and seating will be first-come, first-served at the door when the doors open.

FRIDAY NIGHT ROLLER DANCING
2025-05-09 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.

Bend Creators Market
2025-05-10 09:00 - 17:00 | Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States
Central Oregon is home to many amazing entrepreneurs and creators! Celebrate with us, meet small business owners, shop and support our local entrepreneurs, and snag an amazing swag bag from Market of Choice!
Family friendly, food trucks, full bar, live DJ, speakers and presentations, and a huge raffle. One Ticket – 3 Events!Bend Creators Market, Bend Health Fair, Bend Beauty Expo all located at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center!$5 gets you into all events.

Schilling's Mother's Day Weekend
2025-05-10 09:00 - 2025-05-11 17:00 | Schilling’s Garden Market, 64640 Old Bend Redmond Highway, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join us for a fun-filled weekend! We will have hanging baskets galore and so much more!

Saturday, May 10th: Open 9 am-5 pm
Coffee: Small Town Coffee Cocktails by Schilling’s: 10 am-5 pm (outside beverages are prohibited)
Music: Jordan Wolf 3 pm-5 pm (Bring your own blanket or low seating concert chair)
Food: 10 am-5 pm, Angry Salsa & Rachel’s Bakery
Art Vendors: 10 am-5 pmWild River Rose, Wild Moon Jewelry, Branch + Barrel, Birch Bark Artworks, KEG Pottery, & Sisters Hats & Co.

Sunday, May 11th: 10 am-5 pm

Coffee: Small Town Coffee
Cocktails by Schilling’s: 10am-5pm (outside beverages are prohibited)
Music: (Bring your own blanket or low seating concert chair)1 pm-3 pm Beverley Anderson3 pm-5 pm Dive Bar Theology

Sisters Group Bike Ride
2025-05-10 10:00 - 17:00 | Blazin Saddles, 413 W Hood Ave, Sisters, 97759, United States
Ages 16+. Sisters Recreation has partnered with Blazin Saddles to host a series of group rides throughout the spring and summer. This is a great opportunity to meet new friends and explore local trails. Location: Meets at Blazin Saddles (rear parking lot, 413 W Hood Ave.)
MB = Mountain Bikes, GB = Gravel Bikes, R = Road Bikes, E = E-Bikes
Peterson Ridge (MB) – Peterson Ridge Trail System is a great cross-country (XC) style trail network that is great for beginners to experts! Two groups will form depending on the desired length of ride. 13-mile beginner/intermediate loop with approximately 700 feet of elevation gain. Or a 20 mile Intermediate/advanced loop with 1100 feet of elevation gain.
4/26: 10 am
6/14: 10 am
Green Ridge Road (R) – Out and back road ride from Blazin Saddles. We’ll head north towards Camp Polk, turn on Indian Ford Rd, to Green Ridge Rd until the road turns to gravel. Beautiful views, low traffic! A classic local’s favorite road ride.
May split into two groups, depending on desired length and riding speed.
5/10: 10 am
Black Butte Loop (GB, MB) – We’ll start at Blazin Saddles, head north on the Sisters Tie Trail, loop around Black Butte with a mix of single track, undulating double-track, and big views of the Cascade Mountains and head back to town.
5/17: 10 am
Green Ridge Trail (MB) – Enjoy the scenic views of the Cascades and Metolius River Valley. One of the most fun descents in Central Oregon! Free Shuttle Provided by Stagecoach Adventures.
6/7: 10 am
Camp Polk to Cloverdale Road (GB, R, E) – A fun road ride starting at Blazin Saddles. Head north toward Camp Polk, enjoy the beautiful Camp Polk Meadow Preserve with some initial climbing/descending followed by a loop through rolling hills, past fertile pastures of the Cloverdale Road area and back to town.
6/21: 10 am

Bend Brewing Company Anniversary Party
2025-05-10 11:00 - 20:00 | Bend Brewing Co, 1019 NW Brooks St, Bend, 97701
BBC is celebrating their 30th Anniversary with a bang! Enjoy a bevvie and a full slate of music from 11am – 8pm!
12-2 Shining Dimes (@theshiningdimes)
3-5 Rusty Frets (@therustyfrets
6-8 Mama’s Boy (@mamasboy.band)

Mother's Day Maker's Market @ The Grove
2025-05-10 12:00 - 16:00 | The Grove Market Hall, 921 Northwest Mount Washington Drive, Bend, 97701
Celebrate the moms in your life at The Grove! Join us for our special Mother’s Day Market — filled with local vendors, sweet treats, handmade gifts, and more. Find the perfect gift and enjoy a day out with the ones you love.

Mother's Day Maker's Market
2025-05-10 12:00 - 16:00 | Immersion Brewing, 550 SW Industrial Way #185, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Celebrate Mom by bringing her to our Mother’s Day Maker’s Market, featuring over 20 local vendors, a mimosa bar, live music, and raffle prizes! Proceeds benefit KIDS Center of Bend.

Treat Yo' Mama at River's Place
2025-05-10 12:00 - 17:00 | River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Treat yo’ Mama to live music by Son of Wolf, great food, local vendors, free Rosé tasting, tattoos, Sparkle Strands and fun! Shopping 12pm-5pm ~ Live Music 2pm-4pm ~ free Rosé Tasting 3pm-5pm ~

Mother's Day Market
2025-05-10 15:00 - 18:00 | Oregon Spirit Distillers, 740 NE First Street, Bend, 97701
Our annual Mother’s Day Celebration is approaching! Join us with your mom to enjoy a limoncello flight with some wonderful cheese pairings. Come on down and weather permitting grab a table on the patio in the sunshine and honor your mom and the weekend with us!

Rubbish Renewed Eco Fashion Show Fundraiser
2025-05-10 17:30 - 22:00 | The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Celebrate creativity and sustainability at the Rubbish Renewed Eco Fashion Show, a fundraiser for REALMS schools. Marvel at the wearable art creations made from recycled materials by local designers while enjoying a live auction, a pop-up marketplace and mouthwatering treats from food trucks. It’s fashion with a purpose, and it’s bound to be fabulous!
Tickets start at $15. Learn more.
Photo by Joe Kline

Mother's Day at High Desert Museum
2025-05-11 | High Desert Museum, 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
Mothers and those who serve as mothers receive free Museum admission! Happy Mother’s Day!
