4th of July Pet Parade & Old Fashioned Festival
2017-07-04 11:00 - 16:00 UTC | Downtown Bend & Drake Park, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
A Community Tradition in Downtown Bend since the 1930’s.
Come celebrate our country’s independence on July 4th with Bend Park & Recreation!
Start out your day’s festivities with the Pet Parade through downtown Bend then follow up with the Old Fashioned July 4th Festival in Drake Park from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Parade Schedule, Lineup & Route:
The decorating party and lineup begins at 9:30 am on Wall Street in front of the Bend Lapine School Dist. Admin Building at 520 NW Wall Street. Horses and other large animals, please line up at Wall Street and Idaho by the Boys & Girls Club. Equestrians – please wear your helmet. The parade begins at 10:00 am, sharp!
After the Pet Parade, head back to Drake Park between 11:00 am – 4:00 pm to enjoy the Festival with live music, local artisans, and delicious food. Don’t forget to cruise through the expanded Kids & Family Area brought to you by the Law Offices of Warren John West where kids of all ages will be entertained with FREE old fashioned fun and games.

"Timeless Beauty" at Mockingbird Gallery
2017-07-07 05:00 - 21:00 | Mockingbird Gallery, 869 NW Wall St. Suite 100, OR, 97701, United States
Two person show for John C. Traynor and Angela Mia De la Vega.

First Friday
2017-07-07 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
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, serve food and wine as they welcome you in to enjoy their space and this wonderful evening.

Bend Memorial Clinic Free Summer Sundays: The Groove Cabin
2017-07-09 14:30 - 16:30 | Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
The 2017 Bend Memorial Clinic Free Summer Sunday Concert Series at the Les Schwab Amphitheater welcomes The Groove Cabin. Influenced by the band member’s diverse tastes in music and our beautiful PNW surroundings, Groove Cabin plays original music aimed at getting the listener up and dancing. Moving. And Grooving. And Smiling. The fun they have on stage is infectious. Be prepared to get wrapped up in the Groove, where it takes you. In addition to live music the afternoon will be rounded out by many other family-oriented activities, such as bouncy houses and delicious food vendors. Doors open at 1pm.

The Groove Cabin preforms at Alberta Street Theater in Portland, Oregon.

Bend Memorial Clinic Free Summer Sundays: Streetlight Moon
2017-07-16 14:30 - 16:30 | Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
The 2017 Bend Memorial Clinic Free Summer Sunday Concert Series at the Les Schwab Amphitheater welcomes Streetlight Moon, performing rock & roll songs inspired by classic rock. Streetlight Moon entered the music scene in Bend last year performing Led Zeppelin songs that were downright jaw dropping due to the lead vocals of Stephanie Slade. In addition to live music the afternoon will be rounded out by many other family-oriented activities, such as bouncy houses and delicious food vendors. Doors open at 1pm.

Jack Johnson at the Les Schwab Amphitheater
2017-07-20 18:30 - 21:00 | Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
It’s official – Hawaiian singer songwriter Jack Johnson is coming back to Bend on his 2017 Summer Tour. Adored for his cool, mellow style, folk singer Johnson has sold millions of records since his 2001 debut, platinum release, ‘Brushfire Fairytales.’ In all, Johnson has released six solo albums. In addition to his music, Johnson is a committed supporter of environmental causes. 100% of Jack Johnson’s 2008 tour profits were used to establish the Johnson Ohana Charitable Foundation, an endowment founded by Jack and Kim Johnson to support environmental, art and music education now and into the future.

Diana Krall at the Les Schwab Amphitheater
2017-07-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Diana Krall is a Canadian jazz musician who achieved crossover success with her sultry, understated vocals and her bop piano playing. She took the jazz world by storm in the late ’90s, and by the turn of the century she was firmly established as one of the biggest sellers in jazz. Krall is the only jazz singer to have eight albums debuting at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums, and to date, she has won five Grammy Awards and eight Juno Awards.

"Western Visions" at Mockingbird Gallery
2017-08-04 17:00 - 21:00
Three person show for Bob Boomer, Lisa Danielle and John DeMott.

First Friday
2017-08-04 17:00 - 21:00, 2017-09-01 17:00 - 20:00, 2017-10-06 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
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.

Steve Miller Band with Peter Frampton at the Les Schwab Amphitheater
2017-08-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
One of rock music’s all-time greats, the Steve Miller Band has sold more than 30 million records in a career spanning more than 40 years. Their trademark blues-rock sound made them key artists in classic rock radio.
Peter Frampton remains one of the most celebrated artists and guitarists in rock history. His fifth solo album, the electrifying ‘Frampton Comes Alive!’, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year and remains one of the top-selling live records of all time.
Both veteran rockers will be taking the stage for one unforgettable night! Doors open at 5:00 PM, show starts at 6:00 PM.

Bend Brewfest
2017-08-10 12:00 - 2017-08-12 23:00 | Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Get ready to raise a pint to toast all things craft beer for the 15th annual Bend Brewfest, at the Les Schwab Amphitheater in Bend, Oregon’s Old Mill District. Traditionally held on the third weekend in August, this year’s event was moved up to accommodate the highly anticipated solar eclipse which will pass over Central Oregon. Each year festival visitors can taste both incredibly rare and popular beers from nano-breweries to some of the most highly recognized craft breweries in the region, in addition to hand-crafted ciders and wine. The X-Taps showcase low-production, specialty beers not available in stores or restaurants.

Moonshadow Festival
2017-08-18 - 2017-08-22 | Wine Down Ranch, 6500 NE McKay Creek Rd, Prineville, OR, 97754, United States
Country Western themed festival, featuring ranch demonstrations, hikes, music and vendors. Camping is available for tents and RVs.
Tickets are on sale now don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime event!

Moonshadow Festival
2017-08-18 15:00 - 2017-08-22 12:00 | Wine Down Ranch, 6500 NE McKay Creek Rd, Prineville, OR, 97754, United States
Moonshadow Festival at Wine Down Ranch will be a 4 night event for the Total Solar Eclipse 2017. The venue is our 2100 acre ranch nestled against the Ochoco National Forest, 11 miles NE out of Prineville, OR.
We are offering dry tent and RV camping, music/event stage, vendors, ranch demos, farm tours, farmers market, yoga classes/hikes and much more. 4 night camping packages , (details to come), day passes available.
More details to come. Check out our website or Facebook for more info and to purchase tickets (available mid March).

Run for the Sun
2017-08-21 06:00 - 10:30 | Maupin
This is a once in a lifetime event! The course, starting from Downtown Maupin will take you on a 15 mile journey through beautiful back country and finish at the Solar Eclipse viewing party. BBQ lunch included!
TOTAL Solar Eclipse
The first total solar eclipse in the USA since 1979! Run to the Sun will offer a large viewing area for runners and their family members. The solar eclipse will be bringing thousands of spectators from all over the country.
Camping + Imperial River Company
Camping will be available for an additional $50 per person. The Imperial River Company is allowing tent space on their nicely groomed lawn, right along the Deschutes River. The Imperial River Company has a Restaurant and Bar within walking distance for any additional needs!
SHUTTLE
A shuttle will be provided to and from the Solar Eclipse viewing party!

Runners – FREE

Non Runners – $10 Round Trip

Little Woody
2017-09-01 - 2017-09-02 | Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Breweries, cideries and distilleries from around Oregon bring out the best of their barrel-aged brews for Little Woody. The annual festival is a celebration of all things barrel-aged, from beer and cider to whiskey. The event also has Bend’s favorite food carts on site and activities to entertain. Tickets start at $12. Deschutes Historical Museum.

"Off the Beaten Path" at Mockingbird Gallery
2017-09-01 17:00 - 21:00 | Mockingbird Gallery, 869 NW Wall St. Suite 100, OR, 97701, United States
Two person show for Dan Chen and Romona Youngquist.

Sisters Fall Street Festival
2017-09-02 - 2017-09-03
Stroll through the Sisters Fall Street Festival and discover an array of local artists and craftsman. Local food and drink vendors will be on site. Live entertainment throughout the weekend brings local and regional acts to town to celebrate the new season. Free. Oak & Main Streets.

High Desert Swap Meet & Car Show
2017-09-09 | Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States
Now in its thirty-fourth year, the High Desert Swap Meet is one of the most popular classic and antique car shows in the region. The one-day event is family-friendly and will have local food and drink vendors on site. Free. Deschutes County Fairgrounds & Expo Center.

Oktoberfest
2017-09-15 - 2017-09-16 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
Each September, find a little bit of Deutschland in Bend. Bend’s Oktoberfest takes over the downtown streets. With a (giant) stein in hand, taste a variety of beers from Bend and beyond. Local’s tip: If you volunteer to pour for a shift, you get to drink for free. $5-$28; cash only. Downtown Bend.

Rock of Ages
2017-09-15 - 2017-09-23 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
Relive the 80s through its best songs. Rock of Ages is a rock and roll musical featuring the music of Queen, Journey and more. The musical is produced by the local production company, Thoroughly Modern Productions. $27-$47. Tower Theater.

Sisters Fresh Hop Festival
2017-09-30
Twenty breweries from across the Pacific Northwest bring out their fresh hop beers for this annual event, not even in its eighth year. The family-friendly festival is a benefit for the American Cancer Society and will also have local food vendors and live music. $15 tasting package. Village Green Park.

Bend Fall Festival
2017-10-06 - 2017-10-08 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
With harvest markets, live music, local food and drink vendors and more, Bend’s annual Fall Festival will have something for every member of the family. There are also spaces and activities that kids will enjoy. Free. Downtown Bend.

"Catching Light" at Mockingbird Gallery
2017-10-06 17:00 - 21:00 | Mockingbird Gallery, 869 NW Wall St. Suite 100, OR, 97701, United States
One person show for Richard Boyer.

Bend Swivel Digital & Creative Marketing Conference
2017-10-09 - 2017-10-10
Innovators and creative thinkers from Central Oregon’s digital marketing industry and beyond the region gather in Bend for the Swivel Digital & Creative Marketing Conference. Now in its third year, the conference is a place to get the latest news in the industry and meet other digital marketing creatives. Passes start at $349. Various locations.

Bend Rising
2017-10-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
The October version of our regular What’s Brewing series will be like no other. Hosted at the Tower Theatre, Bend Rising: Should I Stay or Should I Go? is where the next generation of Bend’s business community and residents will weigh in on what they will inherit. Young professionals in Bend experience firsthand the impacts of high-cost housing and population growth. Our emerging workforce sees opportunity in urban living, but also wants to retain and enjoy the culture and natural beauty of Bend 30+ years from now as those who will inherit it.
Our guest will be John Savo, a principal, lead architect and self-prescribed “urbanist” at NBBJ, an internationally renowned architecture and design firm. Mr. Savo helped redefine Seattle’s South Lake Union District for millennials and Amazon. He works with communities, both large and small, who want to design spaces for the next generation of people who will occupy and love where they live and work.

Sisters Harvest Faire
2017-10-14 - 2017-10-15
The Sisters Harvest Faire has been a tradition for more than thirty years. The two-day festival features a juried arts and crafts fair, where you can find handcrafted items from 200 vendors. Held along Main Avenue in downtown Sisters, there will also be live entertainment and local food and drinks. Free. Main Avenue.

Venture Out Conference
2017-10-18 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
Created by Bend Outdoor Worx, the Venture Out Conference is a way for outdoor-based startups to present their businesses and compete for funding. Last year, the conference awarded more than $100k in funding, and highlighted the range of outdoor companies being created in Central Oregon.

Bend Venture Conference
2017-10-19 - 2017-10-20 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
Startups compete for funding from the Cascade Angel Fund at the Bend Venture Conference, the largest of its kind in the Pacific Northwest. There are new pop-up events tied to the festival that you don’t want to miss, including the unConference. $135. Tower Theater.
