Bend Magazine

Munch & Music
2025-08-14 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Pitch your camping chairs at Drake Park. This free show is part of the Munch & Music series. Come hungry – Bend’s favorite food vendors will be there, plus a kid zone for family fun.

JULY 3 – MOTEL KALIFORNIA
with special guest JuJu Eyeball

JULY 10 – BEATS ANTIQUE
with special guest Pete Kartsounes Groove Ensemble
JULY 17 – 13 TIL MIDNIGHT
with special guest Dad Bods
JULY 24 – DIRTWIRE

with special guest Skillethead

JULY 31 – MARCHFOURTH

with special guest Leadbetter Band

AUGUST 7 – PRECIOUS BYRD

with special guests Major Dudes and Music Flow Youth Rock Bands

Think Wild + Cascade Lakes Pint Night
2025-08-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Cascade Lakes Brewing Co., 21175 SE Reed Market Road, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join us for a community pint night at Cascade Lakes Brewing Co where $1 of every beer sold will be donated to Think Wild! Think Wild will be at the brewery to greet guests and share information in person as well from 5-7pm. No registration required, hope to see you there!

Sunriver Resort Farmers Market
2025-08-14 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!

Camp Clay Summer Wheel Throwing Classes
2025-08-14 | Camp Clay, 147 NE Olney Ave, Bend, 97701, United States
Our summer session is up! Join us in learning the naturally calming process of clay! Ceramics is one of the greatest teachers I’ve known. Amongst friends we practice the art of non attachment, of process vs. product, of being open to the outcome, listening to our intuition, of centering your mind and body above all else, all while getting our hands dirty!

The Greenhouse Cabaret Presents The Wolves
2025-08-13 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-08-12 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-08-11 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-08-10 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-08-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Green House Caberet, 1017 NE 2nd Street, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Wolves by Sarah DeLappe opens Aug. 8th and runs for 13 performances.
Tickets are live here!

Wine Paired Dinner with Chef Chris from Feast Food Co
2025-08-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Faith, Hope & Charity Vineyards, 70450 NW Lower Valley Drive, Terrebonne, OR, 97760, United States
Join us at Faith, Hope & Charity Vineyards for a true farm-to-table wine pairing dinner featuring five unforgettable courses by Chef Chris of Feast Food Co. Each dish is crafted using fresh, locally sourced ingredients from four Central Oregon farms, and paired perfectly with our estate-grown wines. From crispy eggplant with black chili oil to lemon-marionberry cake with toasted meringue, every bite is a celebration of the season and the land that grows it.
$125 per person
Group shuttle service may be available from Bend & Redmond. Send a message here if interested.
Seating is limited — reserve your spot and buy your ticket here.

French Wine Tasting Seminar
2025-08-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Ste 160, Bend, 97702
Join us around the Farm Table for this very special tasting of exceptional fine wine selections from France (and beyond) as presented by Courtney Lease of esteemed importer Martine’s Wines. Grab your seat now for this intimate, one of a kind evening! Reservations required.

$9 Wine Night at Austin Mercantile
2025-08-13 16:00 - 20:00 | OR
Join us every week at Austin Mercantile for $9 Wine Night, a cozy Bend tradition where community, great wine, and good bites come together. Enjoy a specially handpicked glass of wine selected by the owner, each one thoughtfully chosen to surprise and delight your palate.
Pair your pour with delicious lite bites from our kitchen, and if you’re lucky, you might just catch a visit from Nana C’s Lobster Roll truck, serving up some of the best Maine-sourced Lobster.
Whether you’re winding down after work or kicking off your weekend early, Wine Night is your Wednesday go-to. Bring a friend, sip something new, and savor the local flavor. See you there!

Sunriver Music Festival
2025-08-13, 2025-08-12, 2025-08-11, 2025-08-10 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
August 2-13, 2025

Sunriver Music Festival fills Central Oregon with music! In August 2025, Artistic Director & Conductor Brett Mitchell will lead world-class orchestra musicians and acclaimed soloists in a remarkable 48th season.
The Summer Festival opens August 2 at the iconic Tower Theatre in downtown Bend and closes August 13 at Sunriver Resort’s historic Great Hall. Four classical concerts, one pops concert, a brilliant solo piano recital and a Family Concert will be presented. Featured artists include pianist Stewart Goodyear, cellist Mark Kosower and Festival concertmaster/violinist Yi Zhao. The Festival will also welcome a 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition medalist; pianist to be announced.
The Festival season also features music education events and masterclasses. Many orchestra rehearsals are free and open to the public.
Members have first choice of the best seats, plus receive ticket discounts, gifts, invites to special events and potential tax benefits.
All tickets on sale June 1. For all the details, visit their website.
Tickets may be purchased online, or by phoning 541-593-9310, or in-person at the Sunriver Music Festival office.

Ride with Pine Mountain Sports
2025-08-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Pine Mountain Sports, 255 SW Century Dr, Bend, 97702, United States
Join our team of staff and ambassadors on Sunday, August 10th, for an evening group ride. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, this ride is all about fun and good times. Bring your bike, your energy, and your positive vibes—we can’t wait to see you there!
SUNDAY, AUGUST 10TH
STARTING LOCATION: PINE MOUNTAIN
GROUP UP @ 5:00 PM
RIDE OUT @ 5:30 PM
Be sure to sign up via the calendar on our site, and we’ll look forward to seeing you on Sunday!

Table Tennis Sundays at Commonwealth Pub
2025-08-10 16:00 - 22:00 | The Commonwealth Pub, 30 SW Century Drive Suite 100, Bend, 97702, United States
Come have fun with round robin table tennis on Sunday afternoons. We have paddles and balls, but feel free to bring your own. Enjoy happy hour prices and great food. Tournaments and prizes coming!

Cascade Equinox and Volcanic Theatre Pub Presents: SummerJams
2025-08-10 16:00 - 21:00 | Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Free outdoor courtyard concert series. Food trucks, cart vendors, free music, all ages.
August 10 – The Hasbens
August 24 – Left on Tenth
September 7 – Free Creatures
September 13 – Garcia Birthday Band

Herbal Support for Smoke, Stress and Resilience at The Peoples Apothecary
2025-08-10 16:00 - 18:00 | The Peoples Apothecary, 1841 NE Division St Suite 150, Bend, 97701, United States
As wildfire seasons grow longer and more intense, many of us are looking for ways to care for our lungs, calm our nervous system, and build resilience for ourselves and our communities.

This hands-on class offers herbal tools and practical strategies for navigating smoke exposure, emotional overwhelm, and the cumulative effects of wildfire seasons.

Together, we’ll explore various herbs and preparations that can support the respiratory,cardiovascular, nervous, and immune systems, and you’ll learn how to create your ownrespiratory syrup.

You’ll leave with:
● A deepened understanding of how smoke affects the body● Herbal protocols for both acute and long-term care● A soothing herbal syrup blend to take home● A printed recipe handout with formulas you can recreate● Resources for creating a personal or community wildfire care kit

Register here to join!

Second Sunday Market
2025-08-10 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.

Worthy Brewing Farmers Market
2025-08-10 10:00 | Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Drive Bend, OR 97701, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Not your grandma’s farmers market! Join us for an amazing good time on the lawn at Worthy Brewing East. Grab a beer or a bloody Mary and check out over 30 Market vendors selling the best veggies, berries, meats and handcrafted items Bend has to offer. Treats for your fur buddy and an espresso bar to get things going. Order some food or take the kiddos to get their face painted, there is something for everyone.

Sunriver Art Fair
2025-08-10 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-09 09:00 - 17:00 | The Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Drive, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
The Sunriver Art Fair returns to the scenic Village at Sunriver Aug. 8-10, with over 80 fine artists bringing unique, juried art to Central Oregon. Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, this “Village within the Village” has been a popular destination for visitors and locals alike for over 15 years, and has been voted the Best Small Town Art Fair in America.
There will be something for everyone at the fair, with a range of prices, including jewelry, ceramics, paintings, woodwork, photography, and metalwork. Many perennial favorites return, and some exciting new artists are joining the fair this year. Set in the popular Sunriver shopping venue, this is a family-friendly event with great dining and fun games for kids.
A special drawing for adventures and other great gifts will be held for those visitors who pick up a “Sunriver Art Fair Passport”, get their passport stamped by artists, and return it during the fair.
This year’s commemorative Sunriver Art Fair poster, featuring Bend artist Dave Fox’s work, “The Destination,” will be on sale. Dave will be on site to sign posters upon request.
Sponsored by the Sunriver Women’s Club, all proceeds from the fair help support nonprofits in the south Deschutes County.

Second Sunday Spokes Rides
2025-08-10 08:50 - 10:00 | Columbia Park, 264 NW Columbia St, Bend, 97701, United States
Join for the August Second Sunday Spokes!
Second Sunday Spokes is our ongoing monthly community ride that brings folks together for a casual, social spin around town. Each month we pick a new route to explore — all levels welcome.

Meet at: Columbia ParkTime: Meet at 8:50 am, ride rolls out at 9:00 am sharp

For August, we’ll cruise one of our favorite routes — from Columbia Park to Pine Nursery. Expect a relaxed pace, great company, and a scenic start to your Sunday.
Bring your bike, helmet, water, and a good attitude. Whether you’re a regular rider or just looking to get out for a spin, we’d love to have you join us.

Saturday Night Adult Skate
2025-08-09 19:30 - 22:00 | The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y Night! We’ll bring out the music, turn down the lights and let the big kids play at these adults-only open skate sessions. We’re talking youthful “skate center” vibes and joy with music themes each Saturday.– 1st Saturday: Hip Hop/R & B– 2nd Saturday: Funk & Disco– 3rd Saturday: 90s– 4th Saturday: DJ Brianotology in the house – July 26, August 23 & September 27.– 5th Saturday: 80sDetails: Ages: 18 & up. Fees: $9 adult (age 18-64), $8 older adult (age 65+). Sorry, no minors. Skate rental: $4/person. Please bring your own helmet.– More information at: www.bendparksandrec.org/facility/the-pavilion

Summer Haunts Makers Market at Funky Fauna Flora
2025-08-09 16:00 - 21:00 | Funky Fauna Flora, 1125 NE 2ND STREET, Bend, United States
We’re stoked to host our first market in honor of all things summer-ween. We’ve got some great vendors on board so far and have a few spots still available! If interested, please contact Danielle with Funky Fauna Beer with the info below:
– Saturday availability in August
– Table set up size
– Inside vs. outside preference (shade available)
– Type of items or services
– 3 reference photos

Watermelon Crawl in Downtown Redmond
2025-08-09 10:00 - 11:30 | Desert Prairie Boutique, 404 SW 6th St. Suite 100, Redmond, 97756, United States
Summer fun in downtown Redmond! Start with Desert Prairie and go to participating businesses for watermelon-themed treats, drinks and even gifts! Grab your watermelon-themed silicone bracelet at Desert Prairie and enjoy this fun family event!

Annual Antique Fair at Deschutes Historical Museum
2025-08-09 09:00 - 16:00 | Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Specially curated by the Deschutes Historical Museum, the Antique Fair features a wide variety of antiques and selected collectibles, as well as music and food. Admission is free for the fair and the Deschutes Historical Museum.

Sunriver Saturday Market
2025-08-09 09:00 - 13:00 | SHARC, 57250 Overlook Road, Sunriver, 97707
The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the second annual Sunriver Saturday Market, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday from May 31- September 27 at SHARC, by the basketball court.
