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Portland Winter Light Festival 10th Anniversary
2025-03-05 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-03-06 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Pioneer Courthouse Square, 701 SW 6th Avenue, Portland, 97205
Join us for the 10th annual Portland Winter Light Festival, celebrating a decade of illuminating art and creativity.
This free and inclusive event will take place from February 7 – February 15, 2025, at various locations throughout the city.
Event Highlights:
Theme: “A Light For Tomorrow: A Technicolor Future”—For our tenth year, we invite you to dive into the boundless world of technicolor transformation and explore how light shapes our future.
Festival Dates: February
Anchor Sites Open: February 7 & 8 and February 14 & 15 (Fridays and Saturdays only)
6 – 10 PM at Pioneer Courthouse Square, World Trade Center Plaza, and Electric Blocks.
Performances and Live Events: Times and specific locations will vary; see the schedule for details.
All Other Festival Pop-Up Locations: February 7 – 15, 6 – 10 PM unless otherwise noted
A comprehensive map with all locations and hours will be released in January.
Sign up for our newsletter at pdxwlf.com to be the first to receive notifications!
Admission: Free for all, welcoming everyone. If anyone tries to sell you tickets, say NO!
Event Details:
Prepare to be captivated by a decade of dazzling light displays, performances, and interactive art installations. This year’s theme, “A Light For Tomorrow,” invites you to explore the future through the lens of light, celebrating how creativity and innovation will guide us forward.
Admission: All events are free and open to all ages and abilities.
Accessibility: The festival venues are accessible to people with disabilities.
Contact Information:
Organizer: Portland Winter Light Festival
Email: info@pdxwlf.com
Website: www.pdxwlf.com
Follow Us:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pdxwlf/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portlandwinterlightfestival/
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a luminous journey celebrating ten years of creativity and wonder. Mark your calendars and invite your friends and family to experience the magic of the 2025 Portland Winter Light Festival. We can’t wait to see you!
The Portland Winter Light Festival is a Willamette Light Brigade Event.

Central Oregon Winter Pridefest 2025
2025-03-06 - 2025-03-09
Since 2018, OUT Central Oregon has hosted Winter PrideFest to celebrate Pride, Inclusivity, and our combined love of the outdoors. Growing from 150 participants in 2018 to over 1,400 participants in 2023, Winter PrideFest offers a full weekend of fun and inspiring Winter events.

Fireside Music Series 2025 at Suttle Lodge
2025-03-06 08:00 - 17:00 | The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse, 13300 US-20, Sisters, OR, 97759, United States
WE ARE THRILLED TO CONTINUE OUR ANNUAL TRADITION OF WINTER MUSIC IN THE LODGE!

AN OPPORTUNITY TO SEE AMAZING ACTS IN THE MOST INTIMATE OF SETTINGS, WE HOST A DIFFERENT MUSICIAN ALMOST EVERY THURSDAY INSIDE THE SKIP BAR & RESTAURANT. FIRESIDES LAUNCH IN NOVEMBER AND RUN THROUGH APRIL.
FOR EACH SHOW, MUSICIANS WILL PLAY BY THE FIREPLACE HEARTH. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED AND TICKET PRICES VARY, SO BE SURE TO SNAG A A SEAT VIA BEND TICKETS IN ADVANCE TO ENJOY A NIGHT OF GOOD EATS, TUNES, AND DRINKS.
ALL AGES ARE WELCOME AND SHOWS ARE FREE FOR GUESTS STAYING OVERNIGHT IN ONE OF OUR CABINS OR ROOMS.

Pint Night with OAS: Cribbage for a Cause
2025-03-06 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-13 16:00 - 19:00 | The Ale Apothecary, 30 SW Century Dr., Bend, 97702
Community Pint Night at The Ale Apothecary! We are teaming up with Oregon Adaptive Sports for March Pint Nights! Join us every Thursday 4-7pm, play Cribbage for a Cause and raise a glass to OAS and help us create access to the great outdoors!

Mezcal Lovers Copita Carving Class
2025-03-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Casa de Stela, 838 NW Bond Street, Bend, 97703, United States
The first round was so dang lovely, we are doing it again! Sign up for an evening of small bites and mezcal tasting with San Simón, while you decorate your very own copitas. We are excited to be a part of this event hosted by @casadestelastudio.
We’ll be using tools to scratch away the surface of your Set of 2 hand-thrown copitas. You can also enhance your designs with colorful underglazes. Available for pick-up approximately 10 days after the workshop.
Sign up asap because the first one sold out quickly!

Fitted Nuno Felted Vest Workshop
2025-03-07 09:00 - 2025-03-09 17:00 | Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creeks Rd, Sisters, 97759
Join us and award-winning felt artist Flora Carlile-Kovács at PMRCAA for a three-day immersive felting workshop. Over the three days, participants wll cover the full process of creating a seamless garment and constructing a beautifully fitted, reversible vest.

Old Mill First Friday Art Walk: March 7, 2025
2025-03-07 15:00 - 18:00 | Old Mill District, 730 SW Columbia Street, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
First Friday Art Walk festivities return Friday, March. 7, 2025, from 3-6 p.m.
Welcome to the Old Mill District’s First Friday Art Walk, where the arrival of a new month is celebrated through a vibrant exploration of local creativity Friday, March. 7th, from 3 to 6 p.m. Amejko Artistry, Tumalo Art Co., The Stacks Art Studios & Gallery, Lubbesmeyer Art Studio & Gallery along with various other shops, display an array of artwork from regional talents. Experience a diverse showcase featuring the finest in mixed media, acrylics, oil paintings, sculptures, photography, jewelry, ceramics, and hand-turned wood.

First Friday Oyster Night at Viaggio Wine Merchant
2025-03-07 15:00 - 21:00 | Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Ste 160, Bend, 97702
Viaggio Wine Merchant’s monthly celebration of super-fresh oysters from Washington’s Hama Hama Oyster Company accompanied by an incredible roster of perfectly paired wines, Champagne, craft beer, and European-style small plates and nibbles. Come early for the best seats and selection and find out why this party is the talk of the town each month! Shucking starts at 3pm till they’re gone. Bend’s best move for First Friday….

Brewery “Pup” Crawl
2025-03-07 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-03-08 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-03-14 16:30 - 19:00
Support the Humane Society of Central Oregon (HSCO) during the month of March by participating in their annual Pup Crawl. Purchase a Pup Crawl 2025 logo pint glass filled with a beverage of choice and 100% of the proceeds benefit HSCO. Raise a glass for animals in need–your canine companions are welcome!
Join HSCO at a Pup Crawl every Friday and Saturday in March from 4:30 to 7:00 pm:

Saturday, March 1 at Monkless Belgian Ales
Friday, March 7 at Van Henion Brewing and Bridge 99 Brewery* (*4:30 – 6:30 pm)
Saturday, March 8 at Bend Brewing Co.
Friday, March 14 at Crux Fermentation Project
Saturday, March 15 at Worthy Brewing
Friday, March 21 at Bevel Craft Brewing
Saturday, March 22 at Wild Ride Brewing in Redmond
Friday, March 28 at Sunriver Brewing Co. in Sunriver + Bend Eastside + Galveston pubs
Saturday, March 29 at Boneyard Beer pub

Friday Night Race Lights at Hoodoo
2025-03-07 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Hoodoo Ski Area
Get ready for exhilarating Friday nights under the lights with the Hoodoo Friday Night Race League! This 5-week winter race series is perfect for skiers of all ages and abilities who crave a little friendly competition. Whether you’re aiming for the podium, honing your skills, or just looking for a fun Friday night activity, this league is for you. Join us for individual races in four divisions (Under 18 Female, 18 & Over Female, Under 18 Male, 18 & Over Male) with prizes awarded for fastest, most consistent, and most improved in each division. Register before January 22nd for just $20 per person for the whole season or $25 after.
When & Where:
Time: Course open 5:00–8:00 PM, weather permitting
Dates:
January 24
January 31
February 7
NO RACING February 14th (President’s Day Weekend)
February 21
February 28
March 7 (Makeup if weather or conditions require cancellation

HDCM Concert Series: JEFFREY KAHANE
2025-03-07 19:30 - 21:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend, 97702
High Desert Chamber Music’s 17th season, presented by Washington Trust Bank and Lynch Murphy McLane LLP, continues with celebrated pianist Jeffrey Kahane. Equally renowed as a performer, conductor, and scholar, Jeffrey Kahane is now in the sixth decade of an expansive and eclectic career. This very special appearance will feature Kahane in a concert/lecture of Bach’s beloved Goldberg Variations, a first for Central Oregon audiences.
This evening is brought to you by Mission Building. Tickets available through HDCM by phone or online. Come hear the music!
Program: Bach Goldberg Variations, BWV 988

COBKA Beginner Beekeeping Course
2025-03-08 08:45 - 15:30 | The Embark Coworking Community, 2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, 97703, United States
Join us for our 2025 hands-on, in-person course designed to equip new beekeepers with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully navigate their first year using Langstroth hives. Topics: Woodenware Setup & Hive Location Acquiring & Installing Bees Tools, Protective Gear & Safe Practices Colony Inspections & Maintenance Understanding Varroa

Winter Carnival 2025 at Hoodoo Ski Resort
2025-03-08 09:00 - 21:00 | Hoodoo Ski Area
Presented By CoEnergy Propane
The premiere event of the season and a day full of free activities. Winter Carnival has been a tradition at Hoodoo for 40+ years and includes a number of free events (no lift ticket required): ax throwing booth, frisbee golf, musical chairs, a three-legged obstacle race, a team tube race, a hula-hoop contest, a fly-athalon, a pie eating contest, a ski javelin throw, an archery contest, a Hoodoo employee snow sculpture contest and bingo. The lifts are open 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. There’s always a special dinner menu, the Dummy Downhill contest, the annual torchlight descent and professional fireworks on the mountain. Details @ hoodoo.com

Bend Pet Express Adoption Event
2025-03-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Bend Pet Express, 420 NE Windy Knolls Drive, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
It’s Adoption Day at Bend Pet Express featuring our adoptable Street Dog Hero pups! Come meet some pups looking for their forever homes while also learning more about you can get involved at SDH through adoption, fostering, volunteering and more. See you there!

SheJumps: Get the Girls Out!
2025-03-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Mt. Bachelor, 13000 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join SheJumps as we celebrate Get the Girls Out! – a nationwide campaign uniting women and girls- transgender and cisgender- as well as non-binary individuals to embrace the great outdoors while fostering a sense of adventure and camaraderie. Spurred by International Women’s Day, this program is a call to action for participants of all ages to connect with nature, break down barriers, and celebrate their achievements and strengths throughout the month of March. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a newcomer, the Get the Girls Out! gatherings aim to foster a community where participants can thrive outdoors, inspire one another and younger generations, forge new connections, and rekindle friendships. Grab your friends, and get ready to make unforgettable memories!
Who can attend? We welcome all women and girls (transgender and cisgender) as well as non-binary people to attend this event. All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult for the entire event. No instruction will be provided, so participants should at least know the basics and be able to use the chairlift.
Cost: Cost to participate is free! Early registration gets you one free raffle ticket. Additional raffle tickets can be purchased at the event.
Lift Tickets: We have partnered with Mt. Bachelor to be able to offer lift tickets for this event at $89 (+any applicable fees) with registration. Simply choose the lift ticket option when registering through Eventbrite and we will send you information about how to purchase your discounted lift ticket ahead of the event. Discounted lift tickets are only for event participants.
Finding SheJumps at the base area: Look for our tent and banner in the West Village base area between the hot walk and Pine Marten lift.
Activities: Volunteer-led group rides based on skill level. Participants will be asked to self-identify what group they would like to be apart of, between greens, blues, and blacks. Please note that ski/snowboard ride groups during this event are NOT lessons. Groups are led by volunteers, and no instruction will be provided.
This is an all-day event with the option to participate in whatever activities you like.

NFL Brunch at Mill Works Pub
2025-03-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Mill Works Pub, 330 SW Powerhouse Dr, Bend, 97703, United States
As the crisp Bend breeze rolls in, Mill Works Pub keeps the outdoor fun alive with its inviting new firepit. Join them every Sunday at 10:00 AM for their football brunch—your ideal spot to catch all the NFL action. Whether you’re drawn by the game or the warmth of the new firepit, it’s a winning way to start your day.

Trivia! at Rivers Place
2025-03-09 12:00 - 14:00 | Rivers Place, 787 Northeast Purcell Boulevard, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Free to play and prizes to win!!
EVERY Sunday 12pm-2pm.
UKB Trivia hosts this friendly Sunday Funday meeting of the minds.
Check out our Mimosa menu!

The Podski Karaoke
2025-03-09 19:00 - 22:00 | Podski Food Trucks, 536 NW Arizona Ave, Bend, 97701, United States
Karaoke every Sunday night at The Podski, hosted by Kylie!

Pinot for a Purpose at Flights Wine Bar
2025-03-11 15:00 - 22:00 | Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Did I hear Wine Fundraiser? Why, yes you did! Flights Wine Bar is supporting Soroptimist International of Bend in our Pinot for a Purpose fundraiser! For the month of March, Flights is donating the proceeds from their selected Pinot Noir glass and bottle sales in support of the impactful community projects of Soroptimist International of Bend. Come enjoy a glass of wine, play our Table Talk game, and let’s raise some serious money while enjoying some seriously good sips!
Learn more at Soroptimist International of Bend, Oregon
www.flightswinebend.com

Wine Wednesdays at Bar Rio
2025-03-12 15:00 - 22:00 | Bar Rio, 915 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Wine Up and Wind Down” every Wednesday at Bar Rio in downtown Bend from 3 PM until closing. Enjoy a selection of expertly curated wines, all priced at just $10 per glass. Whether you’re looking to unwind after a long day or simply savor a delicious glass of wine with friends, this weekly special offers the perfect opportunity to experience Bar Rio’s vibrant atmosphere and extensive wine list.

Bunk and Brew Ski Film Night
2025-03-12 18:00 - 20:00 | bunk n brew, 42 NW Hawthorne Ave, Bend, 97703, United States
Wednesdays are Ski Movie Nights at the Bunk and Brew! From 6-8 PM, we’ll be showing awesome ski films. Want to be featured? Send us your ski videos (bloopers are welcome!) by Sunday night.

Mount Bachelor Play Forever Thursdays
2025-03-13, 2025-03-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Mount Bachelor – West Village, 13000 SW Century Dr., Bend, 97703, United States
Back again for season two, Mt. Bachelor is offering $99 lift tickets every Thursday in January, February, and March 2025. A portion of every ticket purchased will be donated to a local non-profit as part of Mt. Bachelor’s Play Forever initiative.
Lift tickets must be purchased online to get this deal.

The Barn in Sisters Lunar Eclipse Dance Party
2025-03-13 20:00 - 23:00 | The Barn in Sisters, 171 E Main Ave, Sisters, 97759, United States
After hours dance party at The Barn in Sisters with DJ Mooch

Speed Dating (ages 21-50)
2025-03-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Bridge 99 Brewery, 63063 Layton Avenue, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Calling all Central Oregon Singles! Ready to mingle? Join us for a fun night of Speed Dating at Bridge 99 in Bend! Meet and connect with local singles in a fast-paced, exciting environment. Female to Male Speed Dating for ages 21-50. Tickets are just $5—grab yours here: https://www.meetup.com/epiphany-match-singles-events/events/305887351/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link
