Bend Magazine

Tele-Fest @ Hoodoo Ski Resort
2025-03-01 09:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hoodoo Ski Area
Grab your free-heel skis and get ready for a fun-filled day of lessons, stories and Nordic culture at Hoodoo. All events are free and family friendly. Activities include a race course with arrow shooting and ax throwing, Viking sword decorating and more! Details @ hoodoo.com

DuBb Central at WildWood in Bend
2025-02-28 19:00 - 21:30 | WildWood Bar and Grill, 550 SW Industrial Way #120, Bend, 97702, United States
DuBb Central | WildWood | Friday, Feb. 28 | 7-9:30PM | FREE
We’re a brand new, second hand, reggae band bringing island reggae dub music from our roots in Hawaii to the high desert of Central Oregon.
soundcloud.com/dubb-central

Bendi Gras 2025
2025-02-28 18:00 - 2025-03-02 15:00 | Midtown Ballroom, Bend, 97701
Mardi Gras is coming to the PNW!
All events are free/open to the public except where noted and do not include lift tickets and/or incidentals on Mt. Bachelor.
FEBRUARY 28
Krewe of Pan | Canteen at Campfire Hotel
Welcome to Bendi Gras – Aprés Ski cocktail hour and DJ set
Krewe of Faeries | Oregon Spirit Distillers TICKETED
An absinthe experience like none other
Krewe Des Chutes | Dogwood TICKETED
A New Orleans house party with hundreds of your closest friends. New Orleans Bounce Music from Ratgrrl01 and special guests.
MARCH 1
Krewe of Poseidon | Campfire Hotel Tickets available day-of at Campfire Hotel
A Heated Pool Party with some really SUS DJs
Krewe of Khione | Mt. Bachelor
SnowMo, a snow parade with Operation Alpine
Krewe Des Chutes | Midtown Ballroom TICKETED
Big Freedia brings the house down w/ support from CLICHÉ
MARCH 2
Muses A Bendi Brunch | TBD location TICKETS ON SALE SOON
A real New Orleans breakfast where not eating beignets is not an option
Krewe of Khione | Mt. Bachelor
Mardi Gras on the Mountain day two with Operation Alpine
Khione Apres Ski | Mt. Bachelor Clearing Rock Bar
Apres Ski and Au Revoir Bendi Gras Celebration

Portland Winter Light Festival 10th Anniversary
2025-02-28 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-27 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-26 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-25 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-24 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-23 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-22 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-21 18:00 - 22:00 | 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.

Friday Night Race Lights at Hoodoo
2025-02-28 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-21 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

Bunk and Brew Ski Film Night
2025-02-26 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.

Wine Wednesdays at Bar Rio
2025-02-26 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.

Trivia on the Moon
2025-02-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr, Bend, 97701
Join us at Juniper Preserve for Trivia on the Moon with Silver Moon Brewing every last Tuesday of the month. Winning team gets 4 ROUNDS OF FREE GOLF! Build your team for the season and join us at Grill on the Green! *weather permitting.

Winter Lecture Series--Working with Wildlife: A Journey Through Rehab, Sanctuaries, and Zoos
2025-02-25 17:30 - 18:30 | Deschutes County Public Library (Downtown) – Meeting Room 2 (Meyer), 601 NW Wall St, Bend, 97703
Have you ever wondered how to build a career in wildlife rehab/husbandry? Join us for an interesting lecture in which one of Think Wild’s wildlife technicians Karla Garcia shares her path building a career working directly with wildlife, and offers advice on how to begin or continue your journey no matter where or how you’ve started.
Register here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/Yw8HzjpLx2oG_OdiTiAB4Q

Bachata Dance Classes - Level 1
2025-02-24 20:00 - 21:00 | The Space Dance Studio, 2570 NE Twin Knolls Dr. #110, Bend, 97701, United States
Get ready to have fun learning new bachata steps!
This Bachata class is focused on learning basic steps, turns, and introduction to partner-work. Perfect for someone looking to learn to dance, one of the most popular Latin dances.
Dance partner not required but encouraged.

Cost: $15 per class drop-in. $48 for four classes (only available first week of the month).
Time: 8:15 – 9 pm (45min. class)

Location: The Space Dance Studio2570 NE Twin Knolls Dr. #110Bend, OR 97701
Learn more about our Latin Dance Scene in Bend.

Watch Monday Night Football at River's Place in Bend
2025-02-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Rivers Place, 787 Northeast Purcell Boulevard, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Watch Monday Night Football at Rivers Place in Bend and enjoy $3 Pints! Featuring a different brewery (and sometimes cidery) every week and swag giveaways. SIX big screen TVs (2 are outside). Game sound will be ON ~ No bad seats in the house!

The Podski Karaoke
2025-02-23 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!

Bubble Bar Weekend at Viaggio Wine Merchant
2025-02-23 14:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-22 12:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-21 12:00 - 21:00 | Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Ste 160, Bend, 97702
Our monthly weekend-long celebration of the finer things in life! Enjoy a curated flight of 3 gorgeous Champagnes along with additional by-the-glass bubbles and small bites to accompany. (Caviar, anyone?) Bring a friend and make the most of our cozy wine bar for après-ski, après-shopping, or anytime at all!

Trivia! at Rivers Place
2025-02-23 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!

NFL Brunch at Mill Works Pub
2025-02-23 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.

Winter on the Pond
2025-02-22 17:00 - 19:30 | Bend Brewing Co, 1019 NW Brooks St, Bend, 97701
Cold beer and warm drinks. Come join us for Winter on the Pond at Bend Brewing Company with live music by Travis Ehrenstrom Band on 2/15 and Dive Bar Theology on 2/22.

Iris & Stout and Axiology Collab Event
2025-02-22 13:00 - 17:00 | Iris & Stout, 631 NW Federal St., Suite 110, Bend, 97703, United States
Iris & Stout and Axiology Makeup Pop-Up Event at Iris & Stout on Federal St. in Bend, this Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 1 – 5 p.m.

Board Game Design Night
2025-02-21 17:00 - 21:00 | Modern Games, 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 150, Bend, 97702, United States
Do you design board games? Do you need test subjects? Bring in your prototype and set up to be played by others.

Come join us this Friday night with your game, or come in and have the chance to play a prototype of a new and upcoming game.
We can’t wait to see what game designs Bend has in store. Learn more about Modern Games, here.

Kefi Fast Fresh Mediterranean Fifth Anniversary
2025-02-21 11:00 - 20:00 | Kefi Fresh, 20520 Robal Lane, Bend, 97701, United States
Kefi Fast Fresh Mediterranean, a family-owned Mediterranean restaurant in Bend, will be marking its 5th anniversary on February 24, 2025. To celebrate, the Stanitsas family will be rolling back prices on their Bowls and Pita Wraps. Customers will be able to enjoy a bowl or wrap at the low price of $11, as introduced back in 2020. This price will also include any item on their Specials Board! This anniversary special will be running from Friday, February 21, through Monday, February 24, 2025.
Kefi won Best New Restaurant in Bend in 2020, an enormous accomplishment factoring in the fear of COVID closures and restraints. It continued to win accolades, winning first place in Mediterranean 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Kids' Mini PPP Design Contest
2025-02-21 | Mt. Bachelor, 13000 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Our Design Contest for the SELCO Kids’ Mini PPP is now open and will run until February 21st! For complete details, please visit pppbend.com. The winner will receive a free entry for their entire team to participate in Mini PPP 2025, which will take place on May 18th at Seventh Mountain Resort.
If you are interested in joining our team, please reach out!
