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.

Bend Memorial Clinic Free Summer Sundays: Dina Y Los Rumberos
2017-07-02 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 Dina Y Los Rumberos. Get ready to sway and dance to the hip-moving Caribbean flavor, led by musical director Raul Martinez. Dina’s melodic and beautiful voice keeps everyone dancing as the band performs all types of Cuban music and tropical rhythms. 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.

Dina Y Los Rumberos preform at Cathedral Park Jazz Festival.

Pink Martini at the Les Schwab Amphitheater
2017-06-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
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 years; it features 15 tracks spanning eight languages (French, Farsi, Armenian, Portuguese, Arabic, Turkish, Xhosa and English), and affirms the band’s 22-year history of global inclusivity and collaborative spirit.

ONDA 30th Anniversary
2017-06-30 16:00 - 21:00 | Commons Cafe, 875 NW Brooks St., OR, 97701, United States
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.
In the years since, the Oregon Natural Desert Association – or ONDA – has continually made a difference for public lands and waterways on the state’s dry side. From the creation of Oregon’s first three desert wilderness areas – Steens Mountain, Oregon Badlands and Spring Basin – to removing obsolete barbed wire fence that allows wildlife to move freely across the landscape, the Bend-based nonprofit organization has grown into a solid voice for conservation in the high desert.
Stand for the Land: A Community Celebration of Conservation
Join this free, family-friendly event to honor 30 years of conservation in Oregon’s high desert with beverages, inspiration, information, and tools to act on behalf of your public lands

Bend Memorial Clinic Free Summer Sundays: Elektrapod
2017-06-25 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 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 Rox will steal your soul. 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.

Paul Simon
2017-06-24 19:30 - 22:00 | Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States

Midsummer Night in White
2017-06-24 18:30 - 22:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend, 97702
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 to parents of children of all ages.
This second annual event raises funds to help keep Family Resource Center’s parent education programs running and growing, positively impacting the lives of hundreds of local families. Family Resource Center currently serves Deschutes, Jefferson and Crook counties and delivers over 3000 hours of parenting education classes per year, as well as online and printed resources.
This event will feature wine, craft beer, signature sangria, cider, kombucha and much more! Enjoy gorgeous mountain views from the outdoor terrace of the Event Center at UUFCO, and bask in the stunning setting of the indoor hall. Savor appetizers and summer grill followed by decadent desserts. Snap a picture in our photo booth and enjoy the rockin’ after party with dancing and more surprises.

Little Hopper Root Beer Run
2017-06-24 08:00 | Troy Field, 51 NW Louisiana Ave, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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.

Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival
2017-06-23 08:00 - 2017-06-25 17:00
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, 10k, 5k and three kids events– there is truly something for everyone.
The event and accommodations often sell out so register and book your travel plans in advance.

Vintage Chic Event
2017-06-21 10:00 - 2017-06-22 14:00 | Morrow’s Sewing & Vacuum Center, 304 NE 3rd St., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 embroidery designs upon registration.

Event Dates (Two dates to choose from)
June 21, 2017
10 am – 2 pm

June 22, 2017
10 am – 2 pm

Bend Memorial Clinic Free Summer Sundays: Milonga
2017-06-18 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 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 Latino dance grooves. 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.

Bend! Boldly Went: YOUR Adventure Stories Told Here
2017-06-15 17:30 - 19:30 | Tin Pan Theater, 869 Northwest Tin Pan Alley, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
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 triumph to utter failures and capture raw human emotions, emerging relationships and significant new insights.
Come for an evening of sharing stories. Doors at 5 p.m. so there’s plenty of time to buy yourself a beer, and share free appetizers. We are excited to meet you there and hear your wild stories!
Tell your story
PREPARE. COME. SIGN UP. BE SELECTED. TELL.
Come prepared with an adventure story that can be told in 10 minutes or less. At the time of your arrival to the event, fill out the Interested Storyteller Form. The event organizer will randomly select people during the event to tell their stories in front of an enthusiastic and supportive live audience.
Qualifying adventures?
ALL ADVENTURES!
Adventures come in various forms and we do not discriminate. If you think you have a story worth sharing, we think you do too. Come to this event or check out our website for events in other locations. Always feel free to contact us to arrange an event in your town!
BE IN THE AUDIENCE
Want to come and listen without the pressure of telling a story? Of course you do! We all love hearing about other people’s adventures. All we ask is that you bring your enthusiasm and support for our brave storytellers. Audience attendees may be selected as judges at the time of check in. Judges will vote on their favorite stories.
Most Boldly Went Champion
The Boldly Went Champion will get a stick or rock or some other meaningless prize of the organizer’s choice. We will also encourage the winner to immediately seek out another adventure and to come and tell us another story because we think they are really good at it. Of course we will feature their story on our website, podcast, and social media.

4 Peaks Music Fest
2017-06-15 08:00 - 2017-06-18 22:00 | Stevenson Ranch, 20185 Knott Rd.
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 breweries, art galleries, and boutique shops.

The Dirty Half
2017-06-11 08:00
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 to the Deschutes Land Trust.

La Pine Rhubarb Festival
2017-06-10 08:00 - 17:00
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 to stimulate their senses.

Oregon Senior Games
2017-06-10 08:00
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.

Maupin Madness Poker Run and Bike Show
2017-06-10 08:00 | Maupin, Maupin, OR, United States
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.

Sisters Annual Rodeo
2017-06-09 08:00 - 2017-06-11 17:00
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 Wrestling, Bareback Riding, Saddlebronc Riding, Barrel Racing and Bull Riding.
The Rodeo has become a part of the sisters lifestyle, the Sisters Rodeo Association began in 1980s and actually made the decision to make the city of Sisters western themed.

6th Annual Fermentation Celebration
2017-06-08 16:00 - 21:00 | Old Mill District, 730 SW Columbia Street, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
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 beverages pay $20, which includes drink tickets and a commemorative Fermentation Celebration tasting glass. The glasses will be available from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. on June 8 at the Ticket Mill. Each beverage will be served at select locations within the Old Mill District, and participants in the event will walk around with their Fermentation Celebration glasses to partake in samples. The Fermentation Celebration is a family and pet-friendly event (but remember, it is centered around beer).

6th Annual Fermentation Celebration
2017-06-08 10:00 - 2017-06-22 21:00 | Old Mill District, Powerhouse Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
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 beverages pay $20, which includes drink tickets and a commemorative Fermentation Celebration tasting glass. The glasses will be available from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. on June 22nd at the Ticket Mill. Each beverage will be served at select locations within the Old Mill District, and participants in the event will walk around with their Fermentation Celebration glasses to partake in samples. The Fermentation Celebration is a family and pet-friendly event (but remember, it is centered around beer).

Bend Memorial Clinic Free Summer Sundays: B Side Brass Band
2017-06-04 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 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 gumbo for the soul! 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.

First Friday
2017-06-02 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
Kick off the first Friday of the month with art, music and drinks in downtown Bend.

Broadway in Concert
2017-06-02 08:00 - 2017-06-04 17:00 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
GUYS and DOLLS

First Friday Art Walk
2017-06-02 05:00 - 21:00
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.

"Place of Reflection"
2017-06-02 05:00 - 21:00 | Mockingbird Gallery, 869 NW Wall St. Suite 100, OR, 97701, United States
Two person show for Jack Braman and Richard Mckinley at the Mockingbird Gallery.

Sisters Stampede
2017-05-28 08:00
Created as a way for mountain bikers to experience the new Peterson Ridge Trail Network, the Sisters Stampede is now a staple of the MTB circuit. The race starts and ends at Three Creeks Brewing, all the while taking you through the unique landscape of the Three Sisters area.

Mt. Bachelor Pond Skim
2017-05-28 08:00 | Mt. Bachelor
End the ski season at Mt.Bachelor with a Pond Skim, where competitors try to ski or board from the snow across a 100-foot pond, often in costume.

WELD popup sale
2017-05-26 10:00 - 2017-05-29 20:00 | Liberty Theater, 849 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
WELD hand designed furniture, art, sculptures and more.

Creative Feast
2017-05-24 18:00 - 20:00 | A6 Studio & Gallery, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 180, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Feast on art, music, poetry while you savor a delectable meal in the A6 gallery. Live music by Billy Mickelson, poetry readings with Krayna Castelbaum, and a four-course seasonal dinner prepared by Anna Witham of The Root Cellar.

Pacific Northwest Regional Economic Confrence
2017-05-23 08:00 - 2017-05-25 17:00 | Riverhouse Convention Center, 3075 N. Business 97, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
The idea of PNREC came to Charles Tiebout, the noted and highly respected Professor of Urban and Regional Economics at the University of Washington, in 1966. He had observed that economic organizations in other parts of the U.S. — the New England Council, for example, and the Southern Economic Association — were undertaking studies that turned the spotlight on their regional economies. These suggested additional reports, possible policy responses, and in any case governmental grants, both to research the problems further and to propose remedies. Professor Tiebout thought that the Pacific Northwest should also initiate an organization, forum or publication that examined its economy, discovered problem areas and suggested remedial action.
