Piñata-Making Workshop
2023-10-07 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rivers Place, 787 Northeast Purcell Boulevard, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
It’s food truck Sopa’s fourth birthday and festivities will fill the day! Enjoy a piñata-making workshop, live music, local vendors, mezcal tasting and try out your salsa dancing moves.

Saxon's Rocks 40 Years!
2023-10-07 13:00 - 17:00 | Saxons Fine Jewelers, 360 SW Powerhouse Drive #110, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Saxon’s Fine Jewelers is turning 40 and invites everyone to its anniversary party. Celebrate with live music, drinks from Avid Cider Company and Deschutes Brewery, delicious food from Zydeco’s food truck and a chance to win a specialty-cut diamond!
Free

Diamonds & Dust - Cline Falls Grand Opening Gala
2023-10-07 17:00 - 21:30 | 65325 Cline Falls Road, Bend OR 97701, 65325 Cline Falls Road, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Diamonds & Dust :: Cline Falls Grand Opening Gala is on Saturday, October 7th, a captivating night at Healing Reins’ new site in Tumalo, OR.
We are so excited to bring this gala back, and can’t wait to showcase our new more centralized 30-acre location to our supportive community. Indulge in a delicious southern-style dinner catered by Southern Accent. Sip on carefully crafted libations while you peruse the silent auction. Show off your paddle-raising speed during our Live Auction, and be entertained and enlightened by our fabulous event emcee Dustin Riley who will ensure we laugh and dance together! Your presence will not only make this an unforgettable event but also contribute to the growth of our facilities and will directly impact the lives of our Central Oregon community through our commitment to Heal with Horses.
Event: Saturday, October 7th, 2023 5:00pm-9:30pm
Price of admission includes: Dinner; craft beer, cocktails & wine; music & dancing
The evening fundraiser will feature: our newly constructed indoor arena at our Tumalo site, silent & live auction; raffles; photo booth; and a few surprises that we are sure will evoke joy!
Join us: 65325 Cline Falls Road, Bend OR 97701 | Learn More About This EVENT

Pumpkin Patch Palooza
2023-10-08 11:00 - 14:00 | DD Ranch, 3836 NE Smith Rock Way, Terrebonne, OR, 97760, United States
Fall is in full swing and Pumpkin Patch Palooza will help you make the most of the season. Go pumpkin picking, enjoy exclusive gift bags with ride tickets and treats, listen to live local music, explore a hay maze, take a pony ride and pet adorable farm animals, all while enjoying delicious food from local vendors and partaking in the festive activities to round out a lovely fall day.
Free

HDCM Concert Series: FAURÉ QUARTETT
2023-10-08 15:30 - 17:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend, 97702
Opening night of High Desert Chamber Music’s 16th season, presented by German Master Tech, features the Fauré Quartett. One of the world’s leading piano quartets, this international prize-winning group from Germany are pioneers in their field and discover new sound fields in chamber music in addition to performing traditional repertoire. This exciting ensemble will be making their Central Oregon debut and you won’t want to miss this chance to kick off High Desert Chamber Music’s 16th season!
This evening is brought to you by Miller Lumber. Join members of the Fauré Quartett for a pre-concert talk about the program beginning at 2:45pm. This concert preview is free for all ticket holders. Join us immediately following the performance in the gathering hall for our opening night celebration!
Tickets available through HDCM by phone or online. Come hear the music!

Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration
2023-10-09 11:00 - 16:30 | Central Oregon Community College, 2600 NW College Way , Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Central Oregon Community College will commemorate Indigenous Peoples’ Day with two free events at the Bend campus. Take part in an instructor-led discussion exploring Native American history and contemporary issues, followed by a bead-making workshop rooted in historical context.
Free

Bingo to Support of Volunteers in Medicine
2023-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour Rd, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Play a round of bingo while supporting Volunteers in Medicine Clinic of the Cascades. Enjoy a night of community fun and the chance to win prizes while helping those working to improve healthcare for the underserved.
$2

Wine Workshop Series
2023-10-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Flights Wine Bar is eager to host you at its wine-tasting class featuring wines from Schramsberg Vineyards, the first California winery to produce Champagne Method sparkling wine. Explore a series of educational courses with tastings in this workshop series.
$20

International Snow Science Workshop Movie Night
2023-10-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
Explore the legacy of mountain guides and the evolution of winter recreation and avalanche safety with a screening of “To The Hills & Back,” a compelling snow science movie. The film delves into stories from pioneers to modern enthusiasts, shedding light on how to stay safe while playing in the snow, followed by a post-film discussion with a moderated panel.
$10

Nighttime Pollinator Garden Planting Party
2023-10-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory, 57245 River Road, Sunriver, 97707
Join Pollinator Pathway Bend (PPB) in building a garden of native nighttime pollinator friendly plants! This effort is part of the Got Stars project funded by Visit Central Oregon.
As part of this grant, PPB is also distributing amber light bulbs, which will be available at the October 12 planting event.
PPB is one of the nine partners on the Got Stars grant from Visit Central Oregon. The grant is led by the Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District.

2023 Bend Film Festival
2023-10-12 14:30 - 2023-10-15 22:30
The annual Bend Film Festival celebrates 20 years this weekend with a curated lineup of 163 independent films. Beyond movies, this Academy-qualifying festival features panels, award ceremonies and parties. Who knows, you may even rub elbows with a few Oscar winners.
Passes start at $200. Click to learn more about the 2023 festival.
Did you know the festival is celebrating it’s 20th anniversary? Read about how it all started and and what is happening today.

A Witchy Women's Evening
2023-10-13 17:00 - 20:00 | AVID Cider Co., 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend, 97702
Calling all witchy women for an evening of relaxation and indulgence. Gather your coven and enjoy chair massages, hair sparkles, permanent jewelry, cupcakes and shopping while you sip on delicious cider and seltzers.
Free

Jane Monheit at Jazz at the Oxford
2023-10-13 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-10-14 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-10-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Oxford Hotel, 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
The Oxford Hotel and the Bend community welcome Jane Monheit to the 2023-2024 Jazz at the Oxford music festival!
2x-GRAMMY® Award Nominated Singer & Songwriter JANE MONHEIT will join a growing list of critically acclaimed and award-winning vocalists who have performed at Jazz at the Oxford. After more than twenty years, twelve studio albums and countless recorded guest appearances, Jane has continued to tour the world nearly nonstop, including playing iconic venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, and headlining at nearly every legendary jazz club on the planet.

WALK LIKE MADD
2023-10-14 09:00 - 11:15 | Alpenglow Park, 61049 SE 15th St, Bend, 97702
Bend’s 2nd annual Walk Like MADD is a community event that raises funds to support Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)’s mission to end drunk driving and fight drugged driving. Walk Like MADD is the only large-scale, community-based activity that provides those personally impacted by drunk and drugged driving, and their network of supporters and friends, the opportunity to take steps to stop impaired driving in their community and nationwide. Funds raised through Walk Like MADD events support MADD’s programs and services in Oregon

Diff'rent Smokes: Smoked Beer & BBQ Fest
2023-10-14 13:00 - 19:00 | Goodlife Brewing, 70 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702
This festival celebrates a wide range of beers made with smoked malts or other smoked ingredients. And what better way to wash down 20 smoke beers—known as rauchbiers in their homeland of Bamberg, Germany—than with smoked meats courtesy of three BBQ masters. This event benefits the Oregon Volunteer Firefighters Assoc. Everyone welcome, must be 21+ to drink. Paid admission includes a souvenir glass and five drink tickets with additional tickets for sampling available.

Diff’rent Smokes: Rauchbier & BBQ Festival
2023-10-14 13:00 - 19:00 | Goodlife Brewing, 70 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702
Honor the efforts of local firefighters and celebrate the end of wildfire season at a festival full of smoked goodies. Imbibe on smoked-malt beers or cocktails crafted with smokey spirits. Enjoy smoked meats fresh off the grill or dishes from local food trucks Luckey’s Woodsman and Susan’s BBQ. A portion of the festival proceeds will go to supporting the Oregon Volunteer Firefighters Association.
$20

Masquerade Cocktail Party
2023-10-14 19:00 - 21:00 | The Hanai Center, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend, 97701
A night of enchantment and elegance paired with the mystery of masquerade! Grab your favorite friend, date, or that special someone and plan to enjoy a fun night of dressing up, delicious food, swanky cocktails by Crafted Life Cocktails, and music! Hosted at the beautiful Hanai Center, flow from room to room sipping and savoring the eats and treats. Masquerade masks are encouraged! We’ll have masks available for purchase at check-in, or bring your own! Contests for Best Mask, Best Costume/Outfit, Wine Raffles and more!

Masquerade Cocktail Party
2023-10-14 19:00 - 21:00 | The Hanai Center, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend, 97701
Don your finest masquerade attire for a night of intrigue and mystery hosted by Cork & Barrel. Indulge in delicious food and swanky drinks from Crafted Life Cocktails as you dance to live music and compete for the best mask and costume prizes. All proceeds from the event will benefit the KIDS Center.
$100

Forest Bathing
2023-10-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Shevlin Park, 18920 NW Shevlin Park Rd, Bend, 97701
Find yourself in nature like you never have before.
Feel your stress melt away as you get connected to your roots.
Witness the magical transformation your mind, body, and spirit will move through as the mind takes a well-earned break, the body gets some well-deserved attention and rejuvenation, and spirit gets to connect with the beautiful bigger picture and serves up a dose of wonder, fascination, gratitude, and connection.
A forest bathing walk starts off with a guided meditation deepening into each of the senses, and then you’ll be led through a series of invitations that offer the opportunity for deeper relaxation and connection with ourselves and the living world. We will come together for optional sharing and close the experience with wildcrafted tea.
Forest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which translates to “forest bath” and just means to take in the atmosphere of the forest (leave your swimsuit at home…no literal bathing required!). It is a practice of spending time in natural areas for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness, and remembering our connection to nature and each other.
Decades of studies have discovered a wide range of health benefits associated with this practice, including stress relief, better sleep, lowered blood pressure and inflammation, and improved immunity.
Please visit www.rootedpresence.com to learn more.

Sip Sip Soirée
2023-10-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Benham Hall, 57250 Overlook Road, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Celebrate fall at the kickoff of Sunriver Owners Association’s wine, food and live music series, Sip Sip Soirée. Enjoy an elevated evening of Pacific Northwest wine from Lumos Wine Company, curated food pairings by Pekora Charcuterie and a beautiful musical performance by Christie Lenee.
Tickets start at $50.

High Desert Innovation Week
2023-10-16 - 2023-10-20
Immerse yourself in arts, culture, technology, business and community at the inaugural High Desert Innovation Week. Featuring five days of dynamic events, organizations across Oregon are coming together to highlight the various startup resources available while celebrating the collaborative spirit that makes Oregon a growing hub for entrepreneurs.
Tickets start at $65

Exhibition Opening: The 20-Dollar Art Show
2023-10-16 09:00 - 17:00 | High Desert Museum, 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States

Connect Central Oregon Volunteer and Board Fair
2023-10-16 16:30 - 18:30 | Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States
Interested in getting more involved with and supporting the Central Oregon community? Visit the Connect Central Oregon Volunteer and Board Fair to find 40 organizations from across Central Oregon looking to connect attendees with volunteer, board and leadership opportunities. Get inspired to improve our region as you learn about local organizations that are making an impact.
Free

Latinx Heritage Month Event - Oregon Author Emilly Prado
2023-10-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Coats Campus Center – Wille Hall, 2600 NW College Way, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Join Central Oregon Community College and Portland-based writer, DJ and educator, Emilly Prado in celebration of Latinx Heritage Month. Prado will share insights from her award-winning book, Funeral for Flaca, a collection of moving essays that explore identity, family and culture. Attendees are invited to participate in a Q&A session and book signing after the speaking engagement.
Free

Bingo Benefiting Shelter Pets!
2023-10-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Spider City Brewing, 1177 SE 9th St, Bend, 97702
BINGO!!!
Join us for a fun night of bingo at Spider City Brewing October 19th 6-8pm! Half the pot goes to the winner and half the pot to benefit Furry Freight and RylieMay Rescue Ranch!!! Bring cash and your 5 best friends and get ready to win!!!
This event will also feature a costume contest with the winner receiving a Spider City Gift Card so dig out the face paint and those goolish costumes!

Parents’ Night Out: Potions & Pajamas
2023-10-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Wondery Art + Adventure School, 19570 Amber Meadow Drive Suite 110, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Let your child explore a world filled with magic potions, painting and pizza while you enjoy a relaxing evening out. Remember to dress them in their spookiest pajamas! Parents, take a short walk next door to the newly opening Jiā for a fantastic dinner and enjoy a 10% discount on your first order with a coupon courtesy of Wondery.
$50

The 20-Dollar Art Show Extravaganza
2023-10-20 17:30 - 21:00 | High Desert Museum, 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
Bend’s biggest little art show is turning 10!
The Museum is once again honored to host this year’s 20-Dollar Art Show, presented by Bright Place Gallery. Ever-growing and defiant in the face of inflation, this year’s event will feature thousands of pieces of original art by well over 100 local artists for the low, low price of $20 each. Join us to celebrate our local art community with live music, entertainment, food, drink and $20 art!
5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
No-host bar
Café open 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Exhibition Opening – Wolves: Photography by Ronan Donovan
2023-10-21 09:00 - 17:00 | High Desert Museum, 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
We are incredibly excited to welcome the National Geographic society traveling exhibit, Wolves: Photography by Ronan Donovan, to the High Desert Museum on October 21, 2023. The opening of the exhibition is in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the signing of the Endangered Species Act.
Images featured in the exhibition were captured by National Geographic photographer and explorer Ronan Donovan as he studied wolves in Yellowstone National Park and Ellesmere Island in the Arctic Circle.
