Talk rigs, gear and groups alike who know what it means to be part of the Trail Ready Development powered community. Help plan a trail run near China Hat the following morning as the last opportunity before the bigger closures. Grab a brew and stay for a chance to win goodies in the giveaways!
2025 SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle Online registration is open for the country’s top multi-multisport event – the 47th annual SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle. The event, which has been contested each May in Bend since 1976, is scheduled for May 17, 2025. Participants can register as individuals, pairs, or teams at PPPBend.com. The SELCO Pole Pedal […]
As the weather changes, we’re gearing up for this year’s cleanups. To kick off the season, we’re hosting a community BBQ and fundraiser to unite new and familiar faces and celebrate our amazing volunteer base—thank you, residents! Join us on Saturday, April 12th, at 4 PM at the Kirby Nagelhout facility, which is generously supporting […]
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There are plenty of ways to celebrate the new year at 10 Barrel Brewing! Indulge in the 8-course Fancy Beer Dinner Party at 5 p.m., followed by the Masquerade Ball Dance Party at 9 p.m. Enjoy live music, a DJ dance party, a Caviar Bum and more.
Journey down the rabbit hole into Wonderland at the Riverhouse Convention Center’s Mad Hatter Ball. Be sure to don your eccentric hats and festive attire. Custom-crafted cocktails by sponsor Crater Lake Spirits and passed hors d' oeuvres will kick off the evening. Enjoy a silent auction benefiting the local non-profit The Giving Plate. Indulge in […]
Ring in the new year with the funk and soulful tunes of Portland-based group Reb & the Good News & Bend Burlesque. Led by vocalist and guitarist Reb Conner, this group brings optimism and a cathartic release to the dance floor. With catchy horn lines, sultry vocals, and rhythms from around the world, it will […]
Step into the New Year with glamor and nostalgia at Juniper Preserve’s USO-themed New Year's Eve Party, taking place in the Chanterelle Dining Room. Be transported to a world of glittering lights, luxurious celebrations and elegance starting at 9 p.m. on December 31. The festivities continue on New Year's Day with a brunch beginning at […]
Experience a one-of-a-kind soiree at Worthy Brewing’s New Queer’s Eve with The Cult of Tuck, your favorite drag queen group. Celebrate the end of the year with local kings, queens and creatures in post-apocalyptic or cyberpunk style. Doors open at 8 p.m., followed by a show, complimentary champagne pour, dance party and a midnight countdown. […]
Take part in an epic New Year's Eve dance party at Immersion Brewing’s Glitter Gala. Advance tickets are strongly recommended for this night of live music by the Quattlebaum Quartet and DJ sets by Riles and Wild Goose Chase. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. and the celebration includes a free champagne toast, a balloon drop […]
Celebrate New Year's Eve in downtown Bend at Bar Rio's Bubbles + Beats New Year’s Eve Party. Dress in your favorite decade's attire and stand a chance to win the costume contest. The playlist takes you through the 90s at 9 p.m., the 80s at 10 p.m. and 70s disco until midnight. Grab your 10 […]
Step into the New Year with a touch of glamour and nostalgia at Juniper Preserve’s USO-themed New Year's Eve Party! Starting at 9 p.m. on December 31, you’ll be whisked away to a world of glittering lights, luxurious celebrations, and evocative glamour. Enjoy a buffet dinner with a choice of crab cakes, oysters, prime rib, […]
Join Juniper Preserve for brunch this New Year's Day and ease into 2024 after a night of festivities! On January 1, starting at 10 a.m., you’ll have a choice of mini quiches, a domestic cheese board, a smoked salmon and bagel station, a bananas foster French toast station, mini beignets, and so much more.
The Museum begins accepting submissions for the 2024 Waterston Desert Writing Prize. This will be the 10th anniversary of the prize, which honors creative nonfiction that illustrates artistic excellence, sensitivity to place and desert literacy, with deserts as both subject and setting. The submission deadline is May 1.
Get ready for a shuckin' good time at First Friday Oysters! Hama Hama Oyster Company is in the house, serving up their freshest catch. Sip on Viaggio’s carefully curated wine selection while indulging in European snacks. Shucking kicks off at 3:00 pm and lasts until 9:00 pm, or until the oysters vanish!
Gear up for the Central Oregon Running Klub's (CORK) weekly Saturday morning coffee run, departing from Thump Coffee on NW York Drive. Whether you're a seasoned pro or taking your first strides, this event is for you. Slip into your running shoes and hit the road with CORK for a morning filled with camaraderie and […]
Put on your game face! Join the Modern Games staff for a fun board game session where you’ll learn how to play all kinds of games, from classics to newbies. This month’s theme is stories, so get ready for games that spin tales and ignite your imagination.
The greater sage-grouse is a primary health indicator for the sage-steppe, the largest ecosystem in the coterminous United States. Despite ongoing conservation efforts to control invasive plants and wildfire, sage-grouse populations continue to decline. Please join Dr. Josh Collins, Chair of the Sage Science Team for the East Cascades Audubon Society (ECAS), to learn about […]
All Ages Welcome / No Cover Dad Bods are Bend's very own “80’s Party Band” that plays all your favorite 80s rock songs and a few hits from other decades sprinkled in. Bring your dancing shoes for this high energy show and join the Dad Bods for a fun and exciting night out with the […]
Pray for snow and amp up your après game at Mt. Bachelor’s Winter Passholder Party. Rub elbows with Mt. Bachelor leadership, mingle with fellow pass holders and enjoy your first beer on the house. For pass holders, all subsequent beers are just $5. Just show up with your 2023/24 Outplay 365 Pass, Alpine Full Season […]
Winter adventure awaits! While our favorite hiking trails may be covered in snow, Oregon's wildlands are still ripe for exploration. Oregon Wild has your back, whether you're a seasoned snowshoer or a first-timer, Wilderness Program Manager Erik Fernandez will spill the secrets of snowshoeing in Central Oregon. From safety tips to choosing the best gear […]
Join Oregon Wild staff to learn about how and where to snowshoe in central Oregon. This presentation covers everything from safety to gear to picking the most scenic trails. We'll also discuss public lands conservation opportunities and raffle off some gear to end the evening!
Spend an evening with Oregon authors Ellen Waterston, Charles Goodrich and John Daniel as they discuss their latest works, including "Where the Crooked River Rises," "Weave Me a Crooked Basket" and "Rogue River Journal." Explore the beauty of the high desert, a unique love story on a family farm and a season of solitude in […]
The Oxford Hotel and the Bend community welcome Elan Trotman to the 2023-2024 Jazz at the Oxford music festival! Saxophonist Elan Trotman, has quickly become one of jazz’s most thrilling and emotive performers as he continues to stand out and push boundaries as a composer, performer, teacher and recording artist. Trotman’s playing, inspired by Grover […]
Timber Culture is a traveling exhibition curated by the Maxville Heritage Interpretive Center. It tells the story of Maxville—a segregated logging town that boomed in Oregon’s Wallowa County during the 1920s and 1930s. The exhibition’s historical images document the lives of the town’s 400 residents and explore stories of race, labor and leisure. Both candid […]
The Oxford Hotel and the Bend community welcome Elan Trotman to the 2023-2024 Jazz at the Oxford music festival! Saxophonist Elan Trotman, has quickly become one of jazz’s most thrilling and emotive performers as he continues to stand out and push boundaries as a composer, performer, teacher and recording artist. Trotman’s playing, inspired by Grover […]
Get ready for the ultimate throwback at Boss Rambler’s annual Après Kick-Off Party. Rock your loudest retro ski gear, enjoy $5 pints of Ski Babe IPA and vote for the Best Dressed prize — round up your crew and get ready to party!
The Oxford Hotel and the Bend community welcome Elan Trotman to the 2023-2024 Jazz at the Oxford music festival! Saxophonist Elan Trotman, has quickly become one of jazz’s most thrilling and emotive performers as he continues to stand out and push boundaries as a composer, performer, teacher and recording artist. Trotman’s playing, inspired by Grover […]
Join Connect Central Oregon for impactful volunteering across the region to honor the MLK Day of Service. Support local seniors, aid veterans or contribute to environmental initiatives. Sign up individually or as a team to embody the principles of justice and equality today!
Hoodoo's Wintervention hits Bend with a bang! This snow-happy event offers plenty of prizes, including lift tickets and gear.Join the fun for free, play games and support SNOWDAYS scholarships.
Hoodoo's Wintervention is back! Pacific Northwest’s Biggest Snow Series Giveaway presented by Volvo Cars of Bend is coming to a venue near you. Sisters, Redmond, Bend, Eugene, Albany, and now Lebanon get ready!!! Hoodoo's dumpin’ another 50 thousand in prizes including lift tickets, gear, skis, boards and more. Play silly games, compete in SnOlympics, take […]
Embark on a Himalayan journey with the Central Oregon Bitterbrush Broads and Bros. Join Art Pope and Leslie Kent for a captivating presentation on conquering Nepal's Great Himalaya Trail, navigating the formidable Shepani Col and West Col at over 20,000 feet. This event supports the Wilderness Defense Fund, preserving the untamed beauty of our wilderness.
Get ready to unleash your creativity with Untame Your Art at Evoke Winery! $39 per person includes all painting materials. Instruction starts at 3. Please arrive 15 minutes early to grab your drinks and get settled! Follow the Eventbrite link below for tickets.
Get ready to jazz up your weekend! Head to the High Desert Museum for a roaring good time with 1920s tunes, signature cocktails and a swanky speakeasy vibe. Dress to the nines and be transported to the glamor of the past.
Pine Meadow Center for Arts and Agriculture is honored to host master baker Marda Stoliar to teach baking tricks and make English Muffins. Did you know that english muffins are made on a skillet? Baking these crispy and delicious treats is an excellent way to hone your skills while enjoying the company of other bakers. […]
The Tour of Meissner features 47 km of groomed trails at Virginia Meissner Sno-Park. Whether you're a novice or an expert, seize the opportunity to experience the joy of classic skiing on 17 km or 30 km of stunning rolling terrain at this signature event in benefit of Meissner Nordic.
In war torn areas, the impacts are immense and far-reaching, yet reporting on them is inconsistent or unreliable. Learn how OSU's Jamon Van Den Hoek, a leader in geospatial sciences, and his Conflict Ecology Lab team are using open satellite data to accurately report the physical, environmental and humanitarian impacts of armed conflict. The team's […]
Sip for a cause! This pint night supports Discover Your Forest's mission to enhance forest exploration and nurture environmental stewardship in the Deschutes and Ochoco National forests, and Crooked River National Grassland. Every pint you enjoy gives $1 to supporting these vital efforts.
Kick off COCC’s 2024 Season of Nonviolence with Jodie Patterson, author, activist, Human Rights Campaign board member and mother of five. Join her as she explores the concept of genderless mothering, and the way it weaves together feminism, Black pride, and LGBTQIA+ activism. Don't miss this opportunity to be inspired and informed!
Discover the buzz about Oregon's 700+ native bee species. Dive into the fascinating world of Central Oregon's unique and sometimes quirky bees with the Deschutes Land Trust and Associate Professor Andony Melathopoulus of OSU’s Department of Horticulture. Learn about native bees and get gardening tips to make these special pollinators feel right at home in […]
Put on your best poker face and shuffle cards for a good cause. This annual poker night features an open bar, gourmet bites, and the chance to win prizes, all while supporting ReachAnother's mission to help Ethiopian children with neural tube defects. $150
Heading down from the mountain? Stop by LOGE Camps for some après-ski DJs, dancing, drinks and more. Warm up fireside and indulge in complimentary s'mores.
Pine Meadow Center for Arts and Agriculture is thrilled to host former resident, Laura Rubin of Branch+Barrel to teach processes and techniques of cold-forging sterling silver. Purchase your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sterling-silver-jewelry-making-for-beginners-tickets-781469545447?aff=erelpanelorg Sterling silver; elegant and forgiving, the metal of choice for many professional jewelers, is also easy to work with for a beginner. Have you […]
Flights Wine Bar hosts Teri Tith, a wine and cheese steward, to lead a tasting workshop. Indulge in three different kinds of cheese, each paired with a distinct glass of alpine wine. $25
It’ll be a night of nostalgia with DJ Bevel Beard spinning the best hits of the 2000s. Don your brightest dayglow attire for a $1 discount on beers throughout the night, with complimentary glow sticks provided.
Attend an insightful evening with a Discover Your Forest wildland fire education coordinator. Delve into discussions and trivia spotlighting fire in the Deschutes National Forest and Central Oregon's forest ecosystems. Suggested Donation $10
All Ages Welcome / No Cover Dad Bods are Bend's very own “80’s Party Band” that plays all your favorite 80s rock songs and a few hits from other decades sprinkled in. Bring your dancing shoes for this high energy show and join the Dad Bods for a fun and exciting night out with the […]
Paint, sip and unwind with Chalked Creative. All supplies are included, and your first drink is on the house. No art experience is needed–just bring yourself and enjoy a creative night out. $48
Learn from the best during this complimentary mixology class. Enjoy spirited demos on crafting the perfect cocktails. Occurring every Thursday in February. Sign up with the link below.
Learn from the best during this complimentary mixology class. Enjoy spirited demos on crafting the perfect cocktails. Occurring every Thursday in February. Sign up with the link below.
Experience the magic of love at the Bend Moonlight Market at Volcanic Theatre Pub! Enjoy enchanting music by Chigimomo & Double Jump Music, explore local vendors, and feel the love in the air. This FREE, all-ages event is perfect for a night out with loved ones. Come test your luck with Cupid's arrow!
Gather in the Main Lodge for craft beer samplings from local breweries like Cascade Lakes Brewing Company, Central Oregon’s only not-for-profit brewery, the award-winning Deschutes Brewery, and Sunriver’s very own beer purveyor, Sunriver Brewery. Occurring every Friday in February.
Join us for the 9th annual Portland Winter Light Festival, where we'll immerse ourselves in a world that glows under pressure. This free and inclusive event takes place from February 2 to February 10, 2024, at various locations throughout the enchanting city of Portland, Oregon. Event Highlights: Theme: "Glowing Under Pressure" - Explore the mysteries […]
Join Executive Chef Josh Hedrick for immersive cooking demos. Learn the secrets of making delicious foods where chocolate is a main ingredient or choose an interactive pasta-making demo. The 90-minute experiences include all ingredients, kitchen essentials, tools, and your choice of non-alcoholic beverage or a glass of wine. Cost is $50 for two people. Limited […]
Attend this year’s kickoff of the Author! Author! Literary series with bestselling author Anne Lamott. Secure your tickets for an engaging evening with this acclaimed writer, known for her novels and influential nonfiction works on writing and life. $35
Brunch with a side of sweeping views of the Great Meadow and the Cascade Range, this dining experience in this setting is a must-experience. What makes this even better is the Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar. Reservations are not required. Every Saturday and Sunday in February. See menu for prices.
Outdoor conservation groups from around Oregon will be partnering to showcase outdoor activities and conservation efforts to the public. The Event Center will be filled with interactive, non-selling booths giving the public unprecedented opportunity to get hands on with the many outdoor activities available here in Oregon. The event is free to attend. Date: Feb […]
Explore the talents of local women vendors at a vibrant showcase of arts, crafts and creations. Grab your gals and enjoy flowing wine, wood-fired pizzas and special event snacks.
Celebrate winter culture at Central Oregon Avalanche Center’s annual VertFest. From practiced racers to costumed enthusiasts, all backcountry athletes are welcome to register for the race and have some snowy fun. Race participants will receive a neck warmer, compliments of Blackstrap. Registration fee starts at $40.
Featuring a special themed menu and wine list each Saturday in February. The dinner includes a four-course menu. Prices vary. Reservations required. Seating times are available from 5:00pm - 8:30pm.
This pre-valentines day mixer will be held on February 4th from 6-8pm. The night includes some ice breaker games, prizes, and a potential date! RSVP using the URL / link below. A $25 payment will be due at the door, which includes your first glass of wine. Additional available.
