Bend Magazine

Veteran's Day Parade
2017-11-11 11:00 - 13:00 UTC | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
More than 120 organizations will participate in Bend’s annual Veteran’s Day Parade. The parade starts at 11 a.m. in downtown Bend and winds through the streets of Bend’s west side. This is the eighteenth year of the parade, which is one of the largest Veteran’s Day parades in Oregon.

Holiday Food & Gift Festival
2017-11-17 - 2017-11-19 | Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States
Each year, Redmond’s Holiday Food & Gift Festival draws thousands of attendees. While you shop booths from more than 120 local vendors selling their handmade and artisan goods, fuel up with gourmet food samples. $6. Free for kids 12 and under.

Annual Benefit Gala
2017-11-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Bend Golf and Country Club, 61045 Country Club Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Support the High Desert Chamber Music and its community education programs by attending the Annual Benefit Gala, which has become a holiday season tradition in Bend. The gala includes a performance from the Spotlight Chamber Players, dinner and a silent auction with items from local businesses. $85. Bend Golf and Country Club.

I Like Pie Run
2017-11-23 09:00 - 17:00 | Old Mill District, 730 SW Columbia Street, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, two Bend running traditions joined this year for one Thanksgiving morning fun run that benefits the Boys and Girls Club of Bend and NeighborImpact. Join the 5k or 10k races, or a family-friendly walk/run on a shorter course through the Old Mill District. Don’t forget to bring a pie to donate or enter into the pie baking contest. $10-$35. Old Mill District.

Sisters Holiday Celebration & Parade
2017-11-24 - 2017-11-25 | Fir Street Park and Hood Avenue
The holiday season celebration in Sisters kicks off with the tree lighting ceremony in Fir Street Park on Friday evening. On Saturday, head to Hood Avenue to see the Christmas Parade march through the town. After, there will be treats and a chance to meet Santa at the Sisters Chamber of Commerce. Free. Fir Street Park and Hood Avenue.

Ski Touring Norway Slide Show
2017-11-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Commons Cafe, 875 NW Brooks St., OR, 97701, United States
Crow’s Feet Commons in Bend OR brings IFMGA Ski Guide and Black-Crow skis ambassador, Mark Allen, to share a slideshow presentation on 7 years of ski touring in the Lofoten Islands of Norway. Aimed to inspire adventure ski travel to the Arctic maritime slopes. Join us for a preview of this cold corner of the world and see how ski culture thrives.

"Heaven and Nature" at Mockingbird Gallery
2017-12-01 17:00 - 21:00 | Mockingbird Gallery, 869 NW Wall St. Suite 100, OR, 97701, United States
One person show for Troy Collins.

First Friday
2017-12-01 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.

Community Christmas Tree Lighting
2017-12-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Each year, Bend’s holiday season kicks off with the community Christmas tree lighting. Local choirs will lead the crowd in Christmas carols and sing festive holiday songs. The event begins at 6 p.m., and the tree will be lit by Santa at 6:59 p.m. Free. Drake Park.

Jingle Bell Run
2017-12-02 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
Be a part of the kickoff to the Bend Christmas Parade at the annual Jingle Bell Run. Dress up in holiday gear to walk or run in the 5k or 1-mile races. The whole family can participate in this run that benefits the Arthritis Foundation. Downtown Bend.

Bend Christmas Parade
2017-12-02 12:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
Following the annual Jingle Bell run in the morning, Bend’s annual Christmas parade will begin at noon. The holiday tradition features floats from local businesses and community organizations. This year’s theme is “Christmas Surprises.” Free. Downtown Bend.

A Tower Christmas: Swing into the Holidays
2017-12-20 - 2017-12-23 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
Featuring the eighteen-piece Tower Big Band, A Tower Christmas is a holiday tradition in Bend. This year’s theme is “Swing into the Holidays,” and the family-friendly performances will feature classic as well as contemporary holiday music. $12-$17. Tower Theatre.

Oregon State Snowmobilers Convention
2018-01-10 - 2018-01-14 | John Day Fire Hall, John Day, OR, United States
Each year, snowmobile enthusiasts convene around the state to ride together on snowmobile trails, talk about snow safety and the sport and connect with a community of fellow snowmobilers. The Oregon State Snowmobilers forty-sixth annual event will be held in John Day this year. Prices vary.

Aprés Ski Bash
2018-01-12 | Commons Cafe, 875 NW Brooks St., OR, 97701, United States
In the third event of Mt. Bachelor’s annual Après Ski Bash series, listen to live music from Swatkins & The Positive Agenda, a funk and soul group from Portland. The event is open to all ages, and there are local drinks and bites to sip and snack on while you stay warm by the fire. Free. Crow’s Feet Commons.

China Forbes
2018-01-12 - 2018-01-13 | 10 Below, Oxford Hotel
Known as the lead singer of Pink Martini, China Forbes will be in Bend for the Jazz at the Oxford series, which brings world-renowned jazz musicians and singers to Bend. She’ll perform three times throughout the weekend at 10 Below at the Oxford Hotel, and will be including some original music in her sets. $49. 10 Below, Oxford Hotel.

George Colligan, Buster Williams and Lenny White Trio
2018-01-12 - 2018-01-14 | Riverhouse on the Deschutes, 3075 N. Business 97, Bend, 97703
In the third weekend of jazz performances from the Mt. Bachelor Riverhouse Jazz series, bassist Buster Williams, drummer Lenny White and pianist George Colligan combine their talents to form a world-class trio. Catch them in two performances on Friday and Saturday at the Riverhouse on the Deschutes. $55. Riverhouse on the Deschutes.

High Gravity Brewfest
2018-01-13 | McMenamins, 700 NW Bond St.
Get a taste of some of Central Oregon’s best craft beers at the fourth annual High Gravity Brewfest at McMenamins Old St. Francis School. The casual, all-ages brewfest will have a variety of Central Oregon’s craft beers and ciders available to sample while you huddle around the outdoor firepits at O’Kane’s. Free. McMenamins Old St. Francis School.

Cascade Wedding Show
2018-01-13 | Riverhouse on the Deschutes, 3075 N. Business 97, Bend, 97703
Planning a wedding in Central Oregon? Don’t miss the Cascade Wedding Show, the one-day event that connects brides and grooms with local wedding and event professionals. Find inspiration and resources from more than sixty vendors and businesses with the latest trends and entertainment ideas in the wedding industry on display. There will also be raffles and prizes to take home. $10-$15. Riverhouse on the Deschutes.

Polar Bear Run
2018-01-13 | St. Thomas Academy
Join the 5k, 10k, half run or walk in the annual Polar Bear Run held at St. Thomas Academy in Redmond. After, refuel on warm drinks and snacks at the Polar Bear Expo, which will have local health and fitness vendors. $35-$70. St. Thomas Academy.

Tesla: Light, Sound, Color
2018-01-15 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
A mixed-media show exploring the work of Nikola Tesla, “Telsa: Light, Sound, Color” will surprise and entertain with a variety of acts, including live physics demonstrations and performances from the Eugene Ballet Company and Deglani String Quartet. The show will bring Tesla’s innovations and story to life through art and storytelling. $28.50-$39.50. Tower Theatre.

Golden Dragons Acrobats
2018-01-16 - 2018-01-17 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
The Golden Dragons is a premiere Chinese acrobatic touring company that returns to the Tower in Bend. Performing a series of dances and stunts that have been a tradition for centuries, the Golden Dragons tour the United States with their stunning skills and entertaining shows. $27-$47. Tower Theatre.

Radiance: The Passion of Marie Curie
2018-01-19 - 2018-02-04 | Cascades Theatre
“Radiance: The Passion of Marie Curie” is a dramatic play written by Alan Alda. The true story follows Curie’s personal life after her husband, Pierre, with whom she shared the Nobel Prize in physics for their work in radiation, dies in an accident. Curie finds renewed love and strength from Paul Langevin. But the scandal of the affair threatens her career. $10-$20. Cascades Theatre.

Music in Public Places Series
2018-01-20 | OR
There are three chances to see the Music in Public Places Series from the Central Oregon Symphony Association. There will be performances of classical music at the Prineville, Sisters and Redmond libraries at 2 p.m. featuring different ensembles from the Central Oregon Symphony. Free. Various locations.

Bend Boulder Bash
2018-01-20 13:00 - 22:00 | Bend Rock Gym
Bend Boulder Bash is a community bouldering competition where top competitors from across the Pacific Northwest compete for cash prizes. This is a free and fun event for the public of all ages to come spectate and hangout. There will be a raffle supporting Bend Endurance Academy and beer from Silver Moon available for purchase. Free. Bend Rock Gym.
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Gaining a Cosmic Perspective
2018-01-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Drive Bend, OR 97701, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Astronomy lecturer Scott Fisher will reveal the wonders of the Universe during a lecture on “The Cosmic Perspective.” Using images and videos from observatories including the Hubble Space Telescope and the Pine Mountain Observatory, Scott will use an easy-to-grasp scale that relates us to the actual size of the Universe we inhabit. With that new perspective, he will lead a discussion of one of the most exciting recent discoveries in all of astronomy–the existence of Exoplanets, the 3,500 planets we have identified that are known to orbit stars other than the Sun. $40. Worthy Brewing Co.

Virginia Riggs Children's Concert
2018-01-22 | Bend High School
Kids and families will enjoy the Virginia Riggs Children’s Concert, where musicians from the Central Oregon Symphony will perform an interactive and engaging classic musical concert. Get to the concert early to take part in the “instrument petting zoo,” when kids can get up close to the instruments and learn more about how they work. Free. Bend High School Auditorium.

Author! Author! Mary Roach
2018-01-27 | Bend High School
Acclaimed science journalist Mary Roach will be in Bend as part of the Author! Author! series from the Deschutes Public Library. She’s published seven books including Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers and most recently Grunt: The Curious Science of Humans at War. Her meticulous research is paired with smart humor that educates and entertains. $25. Bend Senior High School.

Great Nordeen XC and Fat Bike Race
2018-01-28 | Mt. Bachelor
Head to Mt. Bachelor for the sixteenth annual Great Nordeen cross-country ski and fat bike races. Choose from the 18k or 30k cross-country ski races that starts at the West Village Lodge and end at Wanoga Sno-Park. There is also a 15k fat bike race at the event. Prices vary. Mt. Bachelor West Village Lodge.

A Tribute to Stevie Wonder
2018-02-09 - 2018-02-10 | Oxford Hotel, 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
In the third installment of the BendBroadband Jazz at the Oxford series, musicians Paul Creighton and Jarrod Lawson will be performing A Tribute to Stevie Wonder. The performances on Friday and Saturday will feature the jazz and soul songs of Stevie Wonder. $49. Oxford Hotel.

A Capella Festival
2018-02-09 - 2018-02-11 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
This is the third year for the A Cappella Festival, a singing competition that takes over the Tower Theatre and downtown Bend for a weekend in February. A Cappella groups from junior high, high school, college and beyond come to Bend to perform and compete. If you can’t make the main stage performances, head to the Old Mill to watch the aca-pop performances from the groups. $25-$54. Tower Theatre.
