Events

We move through life looking at one another — but how often do we truly see? With pen, paper and curiosity, we'll explore the miracle of seeing. This playful, interactive experience brings people together in a simple & creative way. Join us for a guide process that invites laughter and meaningful connection. Come as you...

There’s something really special about this one… It’s one of our favorite nights of the year—Youth Art Takeover is back this Friday for First Friday! Join us from 5–8pm in Downtown Bend as local students take over businesses with incredible art, music, and creativity. Wander, explore, and support the next generation of artists in our...

Get ready to travel back in time to an iconic era of music featuring two of Bend's premier 90's bands, Chained to Stone and Trapper Keepers! Visit our website to grab your tickets now.  

Head over to The Pantry on April 4th for their anniversary celebration and first merch drop! There will be live music from Get up n Groove and 10% off all drinks until 12 p.m. Its a space to move, meet new people and feel part of something positive. Start your day off with great energy...

Kids will have the chance to WIN A BIKE at our Easter Eggstravaganza! Bring the family and enjoy:Egg HuntGamesFoodMusicIce Cream

Celebrate Easter with ROAM! From our House Smoked Salmon Benedict to our famous Elk Morning Hash, each dish is made with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients that celebrate the flavors of the seasons.

Snake Run Rally is a grassroots banked slalom snowboard event. This hand dug course offers an opportunity for snowboards to have fun racing and ripping with some of the best northwest riders around. For registration details click here.

Celebrate Easter all day at Currents at the Riverhouse! Start with a special brunch featuring seasonal delights, then enjoy a chef-curated dinner with festive flavors, all with stunning Deschutes River views. There will be live music from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. by local artists to accompany the holiday celebration. Also available are Currents latest...

Viaggio’s version of the best Easter Celebration: Chablis & Champagne flights, $7 Mimosas, and a slate of European-style light bites. All day Saturday and Sunday, no reservations needed. The most relaxing and delicious way to celebrate the holiday weekend…it’s Chablis-Easter! (Say it fast and you’ll get it.)

We are an inclusive group of writers who use journaling to create community. Grab a coffee, tea, and pastry from the cafe and join us for 30 minutes of silent writing on an optional topic and 30 minutes of thoughtful connecting. We meet at the SCP Hotel in the Wayfarer Club on Sundays and Tuesdays...

FREE country dance lessons. Being a cowboy (or at least dressing like one) is cool again! We’re bringing you line dancing lessons, country partner dancing instruction, and plenty of open dance floor time so you can show off your moves (or just have a blast trying something new). This event is perfect for beginners and...

A one-night special event. Director Rachel Grady will be in attendance at Tin Pan Theater for two post-screening live Q&As for FOLKTALES, a Bend Film Fest alum! Two showtimes are available, one at 4 p.m. and another at 7 p.m. Get your tickets now at tinpantheater.com.

A one-night special event. Director Rachel Grady will be in attendance at Tin Pan Theater for two post-screening live Q&As for FOLKTALES, a Bend Film Fest alum! Two showtimes are available, one at 4 p.m. and another at 7 p.m. Get your tickets now at tinpantheater.com.

Money talks, and teen opinions matter! All Central Oregon teens are invited to join Camp Fire for a listening session—come share your voice about the future of our teen programs, and get a $25 gift card donated by Camp Fire National! This meeting is an opportunity to talk about creating a low-pressure way for teens...

Hailed for the breadth of his work on the podium and at the piano, Maestro Brett Mitchell has carved a unique path for himself in the world of contemporary American classical music. Sunriver Music Festival’s Artistic Director & Conductor Brett Mitchell will present an exclusive solo piano recital featuring his own arrangements for film. VIP...

Acclaimed nonfiction writer, Pam Houston, is coming to Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts and Agriculture in Sisters to engage with a group of accomplished Native American writers-in-residence. Together, they will be sharing highlights of their time at The Ranch on Saturday, April 11 from 4-6 p.m. The community is invited to attend the Studio...

This is an IPA lovers dream event! Experience the Fort George classic, Vortex IPA, along side 5 different collabs/versions: Vor Tai IPA w/Alvarado St. Brewing, Vorcille IPA w/Georgetown Brewing, Fuzztex Hazy IPA w/Structures Brewing, DDH Vortex IPA, OMEGATEX Imperial Vortex. Brewery Swag Giveaways 6pm-8pm.

Kick off the 2026 race season with this exciting Oregon tradition. Drawing inspiration from the iconic salmon of the Pacific Northwest, we welcome you to join hundreds of runners on their own journeys along the beautiful Deschutes River courses. With three distances: 5K, 10K and half marathon, we are prioritizing accessibility for all runners with...

The Wild Ride Classic Car Show takes place in downtown Redmond. Enjoy classic cars, local vendors, food trucks, and music from DJ Chris! This event is free to attend and family friendly. Register your classic vehicle at www.centraloregoncarshows.com.

The event features two nights of jaw-dropping adventure films with climbers defying gravity, epic voyages across land and sea, and stunning remote landscapes. Every ticket sold supports Realms Schools, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, where Middle and High School students regularly take their learning into the field through interdisciplinary projects combining science,...

Event: Bend Craft and Connect Date: April 18, 2026 Time: 12PM-2PM Location: Bend Language Institute, 416 NE Greenwood Ave, Bend, OR 97701 Join us for a relaxed afternoon for Type 1 Diabetic families and friends to connect, create crafts like friendship bracelets and spend time together with others who understand the Typ[e 1 Diabetes journey...

POP UP ALERT!!!! We are partnering with our friends at Oh My Goodness Bakery Bend this Sunday 4/19!! Fun starts at 12pm!! It’s The Winery at Manzanita's four year anniversary at the tasting room and we are celebrating!! Let’s drink wine and eat donuts!! We will have fresh mimosas, wine and hot coffee available too.

The latest pop up from R.J.'s Red Bird takes place at Americana Downtown Sunday, April 19. Expect traditional Nashville hot chicken, southern sides and, of course, some cold, refreshing beer! The event starts at noon and lasts until inventory is out! Come enjoy Bend's very own Music City heat in customary Nashville style.

In this class participants will be given a blank clay cup shape. Demonstrations will be given on how to warp, add, pinch and decorate. Kara will be available to help your Naughty Cup vision come to life. There are no limits to what you can create in this class, so let the fun flag fly!...

Major Dudes is Bend’s premier Steely Dan tribute, a group of seasoned local musicians united by a shared obsession: the immaculate grooves, razor‑sharp arrangements, and sly storytelling of Donald Fagen and Walter Becker. With a deep respect for the Dan’s studio perfectionism — and a healthy dose of their wry spirit — Major Dudes brings...

Using upcycled materials—including reclaimed fence boards, old cards, and found objects from nature— try your hand at paper embroidery and create a one-of-a-kind piece of art. You’ll choose your favorite embroidery flosses and use provided templates to stitch simple geometric designs onto cardstock. Natural embellishments will be available (or bring your own!) to incorporate into...

Teen Connects with Camp Fire Central Oregon offers stand-alone service projects and fun outings for youth ages 12 through 17 and who are looking for awesome volunteer experiences. We are excited for any teen to join us to make a difference and make friends! Teens are invited to come volunteer, getting out and about the...

Join us for this month's PubTalk, as we hear from local companies and business leaders from the area! EDCO’s Central Oregon PubTalk is a happy hour aimed at bringing together different facets of the business community in one place to network, share ideas and further local businesses. Drinks and snacks will be included at the...

Blend three intentional ritual sprays with essential oils for energetic renewal, tranquility, and joy in this mindful crafting experience. Hosted by Emily Miller, Art Oracle and Natalia Martin, Align45, This workshop is part of The Spiritual Crafting Series, a collection of creative gatherings designed to explore mindful making through a spiritual lens. You’ll be guided...

Join for the launch event of The Arid Spade at Project Bike. Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 6 pm-7 pm.

Join us for a relaxing beginners workshop on botanical printing with flowers and other natural materials! This is an introductory class for those who want to learn the fundamentals of natural dyeing and intuitive textile design. We will cover the process of mordanting and examine different dye flowers. Students will then assemble their very own...

Celebrate our International Neighbors with a 5k + 1 Mile Kids' Race. Launched in 2021 in collaboration with Pro Runner & Pastor Mario Mendoza, the Run For the Nations 5k is a family-friendly run/walk hosted by Westside Church & Bold Ventures. To celebrate our international neighbors, we encourage running for a specific country, either individually...

Our 28th annual event, sharing the love of natural fibers and all of their artistic and practical uses! Sales and demonstrations from fiber animal producers, spinners, weavers, felters, rug makers, etc. Raffles, and more. Family friendly event! Spinning circle open to all, or bring your knitting, hand carding, etc. Sheep shearing demos by Estes Farm...

An exclusive dim sum experience — available for 3 Saturdays only. 25 selections, prepared in limited quantities. Get ready to eat some good food and a lot of it! A few seats remain and reservations are required! To book yours, call 541-539-6551.

We brewed our very first batch on Halloween night in 2021, marking the beginning of what we now celebrate each year as our Spookiversary 🎃 Since then, we’ve closed the chapter on our Sisters spot and opened our doors here in Bend late last April. Spooky how that timing worked out… because around here, late...

It’s spring fundraiser season at Camp Fire Central Oregon, which means one thing: Everyone is invited to our Not’Cho Grandma’s BINGO fundraiser Sunday, April 26, 2025, from 9:30am – 12pm at Silver Moon Brewing in Bend! A partnership with YOUNI Movement, this outlandish, over-the-top CRAZY fundraiser is not only about winning amazing prizes but also...

Get ready to dig through racks of curated thrift and vintage pieces that bring character, style, and serious personality. Sustainable fashion never looked this good. Sounds by DJ Timothy Bee. Expect good vibes, good music, great finds. All ages are welcome and attendance is free.

Whether you have two left feet or are looking to brush up on your moves, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the basic steps and rhythms of salsa dancing in a fun and supportive environment. Get ready to spice up your dance skills and meet new friends along...

Wine Pairing Event at Beyond the Vine in Redmond featuring a French-Inspired Spring Menu with Emily Baratta Please join us for another fun collaboration between Beyond the Vine and baker for Feast Food Co, Emily Baratta. We are pairing wines with a 4 course French-inspired Spring menu by Emily.

We are back at again starting Friday May 1st featuring Bill Powers Old Growth band! Come down for an evening of live music, great food, great beverages, and an incredible evening of arts and community gathering. This year we a stoked to have partnered with VanHenion Brewing as our title sponsor. We will be featuring...

This talk will be hosting bestselling author, Daniel Seddiqui, best known as the Most Traveled Person of America. He will share his new book about the PNW and the beverage scene across the region from Spokane to Napa!

Celebrate spring with fresh produce, local vendors, and doggos! Join us a Juniper Preserve for our Fresh Finds farmers market benefitting Street Dog Hero, with dogs available for adoption. With over 25 vendors, family activities, and tasty treats and eats, Fresh Finds Market is the perfect place to shop local and meet rescue pups!

Celebrate the women who raised us. Come connect with compassionate women in support of Queen of Hearts, the endowment campaign for Partners in Care's Hospice House. Tickets for Partners in Care Mothers Day Tea, available for $50/each