Recorded over the course of a 4,000-mile cross-country road trip, Taylor Ashton’s gorgeous new album, Stranger To The Feeling, is a sonic odyssey through the heart of America, one that works its way chronologically and geographically from coast to coast as it meditates on the meaning of closeness and connection.
Art in the High Desert is a juried gathering of nationally acclaimed artists who are in Bend for just 3 days to share their stories and sell their artwork. Come! See! Enjoy! Buy! Art For Every Budget! August 23, 24, 25 — 2024 Friday — 5pm – 9pm Saturday — 10am – 6pm Sunday […]
Hang out on the iconic Crux lawn for Cruxapalooza! This 12-year commemoration of Crux beers is an all-day celebration of live music, food trucks, games and even a morning 5K–if dashing for beer is your style. Whether running or sipping, head to Cruxapalooza for a day spent with fellow beer lovers as you toast to […]
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Two person show for Jack Braman and Richard Mckinley at the Mockingbird Gallery.
View sensational local and national art at dozens of businesses downtown on the first Friday of every month. Shops are matched with artists and stay open late. Many businesses will serve food and wine as they welcome you in to enjoy their space and this wonderful evening.
The 2017 Bend Memorial Clinic Free Summer Sunday Concert Series at the Les Schwab Amphitheater welcomes B Side Brass Band, who is sure to get you moving, grooving and shaking to the beat. They deliver traditional street parade music with precision and punch. The sound is fresh, energetic, and raw – a kind of musical […]
Roy Zimmerman brings his "ReZist" songs and commentary to the Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend, at 7 pm, Wednesday, June 7, in a benefit concert for KPOV High Desert Community Radio, 88.9 fm and kpov.org. Go to www.royzimmerman.com. for laughs. Tickets go on sale in May; $17 GA, $15 KPOV members
Roy Zimmerman brings his "ReZist" songs and commentary to the Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend, at 7 pm, Wednesday, June 7, in a benefit concert for KPOV High Desert Community Radio, 88.9 fm and kpov.org. Go to www.royzimmerman.com. for laughs. Tickets go on sale in May; $17 GA, $15 KPOV members
The Fermentation Celebration is a beer walk through the popular Old Mill District, with tastings from the region’s growing number of breweries. Participating breweries will feature unique, experimental and limited release beers – many of which will only available at the Fermentation Celebration. Entry to the event is free. Those who wish to partake in […]
The Fermentation Celebration is a beer walk through the popular Old Mill District, with tastings from the region’s growing number of breweries. Participating breweries will feature unique, experimental and limited release beers – many of which will only available at the Fermentation Celebration. Entry to the event is free. Those who wish to partake in […]
Sisters Annual Rodeo celebrates 77 years! Except for the announcers and live stock the tradition of the rodeo has not changed over the years. The rodeo has attracted the best in the business from the beginning. World Champion cowboys have competed since day one. The events include Bulldogging Shootout, Xtreme Bulls, Team Bronc Riding, Steer […]
Central Oregon is known for it's "larga vida" athletic community. Athletes 50 years and older can compete in sixteen different event's held around Bend. Events include running, swimming, disc golf, table tennis, badminton and archery. This year the event will be held at Deschutes Historical Museum.
The La Pine Rhubarb Festival is the largest of it's kind in Oregon! Taste Rhubarb in every way, pie, cakes, chili, beer and more! Food service begins when the festival opens at 11:30am and continues until the food is gone. Over 65 vendors, including a huge yard sale and Dutch oven cooking invite rhubarb enthusiast […]
A week of motorcycles and poker. The race takes over approximately 200 miles of curvy, rolling roads across Central Oregon as you collect poker cards. All proceeds support the outdoor adventures and military heroes.
Part race, part celebration, all fun. The Dirty Half is a longtime beloved staple of Central Oregon trail running community. This race invites 499 runners to a challenge course through the high desert. After the race, runners then toast to their accomplishments with Deschutes Brewery beer at the finish line/ beer garden. All proceeds go […]
The 4 Peaks Music Festival is located in the heart of beautiful Central Oregon. The high desert locale is known for endless trails for mountain biking, steep lines for world-class climbing, and pristine waters for kayaking and fishing—all under the watchful eye of the Cascade Mountains. Our vibrant downtown is filled with two dozen craft […]
TICKETS ON SALE NOW $13- Every adventure has a story worthy of sharing Boldly Went Events are community derived story telling platforms where outdoor adventurers of all types gather together and are chosen at random to share their intriguing and inspiring adventure stories in front of a live audience. The best stories range from jubilant […]
The 2017 Bend Memorial Clinic Free Summer Sunday Concert Series at the Les Schwab Amphitheater welcomes Milonga. The band plays original songs based on the musical traditions of Latin America, Spain and the Caribbean. Milonga’s focus is to expose diverse audiences to a Pan-Latin musical and cultural experience and offers up a wide variety of […]
Learn how to create the nostalgic look of hand embroidery with an embroidery machine! This 4-hour lecture demo will show you the techniques for embellishing men’s wear, women’s apparel, home décor and more. Interactive student hands-on segments are included. Plus every attendee receives a free goody bag! Register online to receive 5 free […]
Pac Crest celebrates 20 years of will challenges and inspirations. It is known as the jewel of multi-sport events in the Northwest. Over 5000 athletes make their way Central Oregon to participate in the fun weekend that includes, the Tour de Crest Bike Tours, Long Course, Olympic & Ultra-Sprint Triathlons, Duathlons & AquaBike, Marathon, Half-Marathon, […]
Let's Rodeo! One of the oldest forms of entertainment in Central Oregon. Thousands of people have been gather each year to view bull & bronc riding, roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing and much more. Don't miss out on all the fun this year.
Part of Bite of Bend, the Little Hopper Root Beer Run is modeled after the adult’s Beer Run. Kids will build their own root beer float as the race through the course at Troy Field.
Don your summer white or cocktail attire and join us for the event of the season! Midsummer Night in White, a Summer Solstice sunset celebration on June 24, benefits Family Resource Center of Central Oregon. A non-profit whose mission is to strengthen and support families in Central Oregon, FRC provides parenting education classes and workshops […]
The 2017 Bend Memorial Clinic Free Summer Sunday Concert Series at the Les Schwab Amphitheater welcomes Elektrapod. They play a mix of funk, soul and rock, with a few jam-band tendencies woven through the music. Lead vocals by Ze Rox are powerful and captivating. She nails the notes, raw to sublime, edgy then cool, Ze […]
Three decades ago, a Bend resident took out a newspaper ad and spread the word among friends: Come by Thursday night if you’re interested in protecting Oregon’s high desert. By the second meeting, the fledgling group gave itself a name – Oregon Natural Desert Association – and everyone chipped in $5 to get it going. […]
Please join us for an evening with Pink Martini, with both China Forbes and Storm Large! Pink Martini has just released its ninth studio album, Je dis oui!, which features vocals from China Forbes, Storm Large, Ari Shapiro, fashion guru Ikram Goldman, civil rights activist Kathleen Saadat, and Rufus Wainwright. The album is the band’s happiest in […]