Bend Magazine

Oregon Whiskey Festival
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-20 | Oregon Spirit Distillers, 740 NE First Street, Bend, 97701
A celebration of whiskey distilled and made in Oregon. Taste whiskey from 18 Oregon Distilleries from across Oregon.
Food Carts + Live Music + Craft Vendors + Distillery Tours
Location:
Oregon Spirit Distillers
740 NE 1st Street
Bend, Oregon

Live Music Thursdays at Bar Rio
2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Bar Rio, 915 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Grab your favorite bites & sips, and listen to the music, curated by Migz Music. Artists play music ranging from flamenco, jazz, blues, pop, latin, and more.
Live music artists are featured every Thursday, 6pm to 8pm, at Bar Rio in downtown Bend.

Bicycle Sprint Races on the Go-Kart Track at Sun Mountain Fun Center
2025-09-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Sun Mountain Fun Center, 300 NE Bend River Mall Drive, Bend, 97703, United States
Elimination contests for gals and guys.
Gears/ Road & Cross/ BMK/ Klunkers & Fendered Bikes/ Singlespeeds/ Tandems
Outdoor concrete track under the lights on Thursday nights at Sun Mountain Fun Center. Must show a 2025 OBRA Card or buy $5 one-day license. Registration is only on-site. Cash or Venmo. Helmets required.
25 rider max/night, first to arrive gets on track.

Meet the Winemaker with Piper Underbrink at Viaggio Wine Merchant
2025-09-18 16:30 - 19:00 | Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Ste 160, Bend, 97702
Meet Piper Underbrink, proprietor of Sealionne Wines from the Ribbon Ridge AVA in Newberg, Oregon. Working with small sites at elevation, Piper crafts charming wines with a touch of uniqueness (also a description of her personality!) She’s taking over the bar with examples of her Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Rosé, Drop in for a flight or glass and take advantage of the opportunity to chat directly with the winemaker herself!

Sunriver Resort Farmers Market
2025-09-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver, OR, United States
Join us this summer at the Sunriver Resort Farmers Market, and discover a wide variety of fresh, farm-to-table products from dedicated local vendors. From freshly butchered meats to seasonal produce, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re stocking up for the week or looking for a special treat, you’ll find high-quality, sustainably grown items made by passionate farmers and makers right in your own community. Support local businesses, enjoy fresh produce, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere. Don’t miss out—it’s the perfect way to spend a Thursday morning!

Bingo at Midtown Yacht Club
2025-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Midtown Yacht Club, 1661 NE 4th St, Bend
Join us for Bingo at Midtown Yacht Club! 5 Rounds of Bingo for $5 Per Round. All Bingo proceeds will go towards Street Dog Hero. Food, drinks & adoptable dogs!

Rhone Valley and BBQ Dinner at Beyond The Vine
2025-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Beyond the Vine, 427 SW 8th Street, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States
Join us for a wine and food pairing dinner on Wednesday, September 17th, featuring wines from the Rhône Valley paired with a BBQ dinner! We will be joined by Jacob Lee from @vineyardbrands as we explore a flight of five wines. Tickets required.

$9 Wine Night at Austin Mercantile
2025-09-17 16:00 - 20:00 | OR
Join us every week at Austin Mercantile for $9 Wine Night, a cozy Bend tradition where community, great wine, and good bites come together. Enjoy a specially handpicked glass of wine selected by the owner, each one thoughtfully chosen to surprise and delight your palate.
Pair your pour with delicious lite bites from our kitchen, and if you’re lucky, you might just catch a visit from Nana C’s Lobster Roll truck, serving up some of the best Maine-sourced Lobster.
Whether you’re winding down after work or kicking off your weekend early, Wine Night is your Wednesday go-to. Bring a friend, sip something new, and savor the local flavor. See you there!

Dandy's Drive In Burgers 4 Sky View
2025-09-17 | Dandy’s Drive In, 1334 NE 3rd St, Bend, 97701, United States
Dandy’s is donating 20% of its proceeds from each order that presents this flyer to Sky View Middle School!

Women Tasting Flights: Women Winemakers of Italy
2025-09-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Flights Wine Bar, 1444 NW College Way Suite 1, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Women Tasting Flights event. 2 flights of wines with two food pairings and a special guest presenter. A monthly group of Women connecting with Wine and one another. Tour around Italy with all Women Winemakers. Our special guest presenter, Danielle Ball of Galaxy Wine Co, will explore Italy through the lens of the women winemakers who make it so special.

Stained Glass 101 at DIY Cave
2025-09-15 18:00 - 20:00 | DIYcave, 444 SE 9th St, Bend, 97702
If you’re anything like my sister and can’t keep plants alive, this class is for you. Handmade, vibrant, and zero maintenance.
Join us for our Stained Glass Potted Cactus Class, where you’ll create a vibrant, handcrafted cactus that’s guaranteed to brighten your space (and never wilt).
Perfect for beginners
Learn to cut, foil, and solder stained glass
Choose from premade patterns
Leave with a cactus you can pot and proudly display
Whether you’re a plant lover, a glass art fan, or just craving a sunny little project, being a friend and making something beautiful!
Our next two-day class is September 8th and 15th from 6-8 PM

Battle of the Bands at Craft Kitchen and Brewery
2025-09-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 803 Southwest Industrial Way #202, bend, OR, 97702, United States
Get ready, Central Oregon! The music showdown is coming to Craft! Local bands will battle it out for the crown, and YOU get to help pick the winner! This isn’t just a concert — it’s a community event filled with killer live music, family fun, food, drinks, and giving back. All proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities, supporting families in our community.

This Year’s LineupAtillion → A Bend local with a 90’s grunge-meets-metal twist. Expect high energy, raw riffs, and banjo like you’ve never heard before.The Headliners → The rising stars from Cascade School of Music. Don’t be fooled by their age — these young rockers sound like seasoned pros.Almost → Bend’s beloved cover kings return! Playing your favorite 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s hits, they’re ready to defend their Battle of the Bands crown.

Family-Friendly FunLet’s Paint with Sarah Swoffer – Create a community art mural featuring woodland creatures. All ages welcome!Adventure Time Entertainment – Face painting + sparkle strands = instant smiles.
Craft Beer & BBQ • Live Music • Local LoveGrab your crew, bring the kids, and enjoy a Central Oregon afternoon filled with incredible music, amazing food, and cold craft beer — all while making a difference.

Pavilion Palooza
2025-09-14 14:00 - 16:00 | The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Pavilion-Palooza is a fun-filled afternoon with roller skating, skatepark features, music by DJ Teafly, drums and hula performance by Hokule’a Ohana Central Oregon, art and sports activities and more.
Hosted by the Bend Park & Recreation Foundation, the event is free thanks to Old Mill Studio Vacation Rental, a generous community sponsor. Your donations and purchase of food, beverages and raffle tickets at the event help support the recreation scholarship program, offering people in our community access to BPRD recreation programs and opportunities.
– Includes all activities and skate rentals as available at @thepavilioninbend.
– Skate rental availability is limited. Bring your skates if you have them.
– Skateboards and scooters with helmets welcome in skatepark. Sorry, no bikes.
– Food and beverages available for purchase.
– Free lemonade and cookies offered by Bend Park and Recreation Foundation.
– Blankets and chairs welcome for lawn area.
– Tickets available at the door if space available.
– Special thanks to Old Mill Studio Vacation Rental for admission sponsorship and First Interstate Bank for sponsoring the music and entertainment for Pavilion-Palooza.

Vintage Fashion Show at Seventh Mt. Resort
2025-09-14 13:00 - 17:00 | Seventh Mountain Resort, 18575 SW Century Drive Bend, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
This event is a vibrant fusion of fashion, music, and community — with live DJs, glowing runway shows, vintage pop-up shops, food + drinks, and so much style inspiration. Don’t wait — grab your tickets now, mark your calendar, and come out for an unforgettable afternoon of fashion + fun!
Featuring Good Bad Rad Vintage, OMGaia Tree & MurKobEyE, Glow Lux Events, Manic Rainbow, Mo Betta Management.

Second Sunday Market
2025-09-14 11:00 - 15:00 | The Old Iron Works, 50 SE Scott St., Bend, 97702
Come celebrate the Third Annual Second Sunday Market located at Gathered Wares in the Old Iron Works District! Bend’s premiere vintage clothing and home goods market. Shop from various local vintage vendors and makers while you dance to live music on vinyl by Adam Howell every second Sunday of the month, April to October 11-3 pm. Family friendly! New vendors every month.

Worthy Brewing Farmers Market
2025-09-14 10:00 | Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Drive Bend, OR 97701, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Not your grandma’s farmers market! Join us for an amazing good time on the lawn at Worthy Brewing East. Grab a beer or a bloody Mary and check out over 30 Market vendors selling the best veggies, berries, meats and handcrafted items Bend has to offer. Treats for your fur buddy and an espresso bar to get things going. Order some food or take the kiddos to get their face painted, there is something for everyone.

Sisters Festival of Books
2025-09-14 09:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-13 09:00 - 20:30, 2025-09-12 16:00 - 20:30 | Downtown Sisters, Sisters, OR, United States
Friday, September 12th

All About Publishing Workshop | 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm (RVSP Required)
StorySLAM | 6:00 pm–8:30 pm (Ticketed)

Saturday, September 13th

Gender Bender Workshop | 9:00 am – 10:30 am (RVSP Required)
Children’s Storytime with Phoebe Wahl | 10:00 am – 11:00 am (Free)
Author Presentations | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm (Ticketed)
Author Keynote Presentation | 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm (Free)
Spiritual Justice and Cultivating Action in Our Community Workshop | 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm (RVSP Required)
Literary Banquet Author Dinner | 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm (Ticketed)

Sunday, September 14th

The Writer’s Emotional Toolkit: Building Resilience and Courage as a Creative Workshop | 9:00 am – 10:30 am (RVSP Required)
“Art of Fiction” Author Panel | 12:30 pm–1:30 pm (Free)
Local Author Extravaganza | 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm (Ticketed)

The Last Blockbuster Video Presents Stirrup Purpose Summer Movie Nights
2025-09-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Stirrup Purpose, 60575 Billadeau Rd, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Stirrup Purpose is thrilled to partner with The Last Blockbuster Video for our Summer Movie Nights series, featuring three themed outdoor screenings that bring our community together while supporting our mission.
July 12th – Kids Night – How to Train Your Dragon
August 2nd – Ladies Night – Sleepless in Seattle
September 13th – Cowboy Night – The Last Rodeo
Suggested Donation
$10/individual
$20/per family
Bring your own chair.

Cascade Equinox and Volcanic Theatre Pub Presents: SummerJams
2025-09-13 16:00 - 21:00 | Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Free outdoor courtyard concert series. Food trucks, cart vendors, free music, all ages.
August 10 – The Hasbens
August 24 – Left on Tenth
September 7 – Free Creatures
September 13 – Garcia Birthday Band

PorchFest at Discovery West
2025-09-13 15:00 - 21:00 | Discovery West, 409 NW Franklin Avenue, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join us for a FREE one-of-a-kind event that celebrates the spirit of community, creativity, and the joy of live music. Throughout the afternoon and evening, a variety of local bands and artists will perform across the Discovery West neighborhood, transforming our streets into a lively, walkable concert experience.
This year’s lineup features an eclectic mix of talent, including Honey Don’t, The Riverstones, Jackrat, JoAnna Lee, and our headliner, Jeff Miller and The Congregation. Each of these artists will bring their own sound and energy to the neighborhood stage.
But it’s not just about music! Grab a bite from a selection of local food carts, sip on something refreshing, and settle in with family and friends. Whether you’re dancing in the street, lounging on a low-back chair, or strolling from one set to the next, PorchFest offers something for everyone.
Bring your walking shoes, your best moves, and your love for community connection. This is a summer event you won’t want to miss!

Event Schedule:
3 pm to 6 pm — PorchFest Open House Tour
3 pm to 3:45 pm — Honey Don’t at Kenyon Place Neighborhood Stage
4 pm to 4:45 pm — The Riverstones at Kenyon Place Neighborhood Stage
5 pm to 9 pm — Food Carts & Bar Open at Discovery Corner
5 pm to 5:45 pm — Jackrat at Kenyon Place Neighborhood Stage
6 pm to 6:45 pm — JoAnna Lee at The Nine Cottages Stage
6:45 pm to 7:15 pm — Aspiring Artists, Students of the Cascade School of Music at Discovery Corner Main Stage
7:30 pm to 9 pm — Jeff Miller and The Congregation at Discovery Corner Main Stage
Presented By: Harcourts the Garner Group Real Estate

Endless Summer Nights Fundraiser for Oregon Youth
2025-09-13 15:00 - 18:30 | Bend Park and Float, 1000 SW Bradbury Way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join us for Endless Summer Nights, Heart of Oregon Corps’ high-energy, family-friendly fundraiser! Enjoy an afternoon of local food and brews, outdoor games, bingo, a silent auction, and our popular corporate cycle pub race—all while supporting job training and education for Central Oregon youth.

R'Oktoberfest at Wild Ride
2025-09-13 14:00 - 21:00 | Wild Ride Brew, 332 SW 5th St, Redmond, 97756
An afternoon and evening full of fun and games for kids and grown-ups, live music, beer, a kid’s fun zone, and silent auction. Proceed from the auction to benefit your programs in Central Oregon. Admission is FREE!

Job-A-Palooza for Mt. Bachelor
2025-09-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Upstairs above Deschutes Brewery Tasting Room, 901 SW Simpson Ave, Bend, OR, 97702
Do you want to Work Where You Play?! If so, we’d love to connect with you at Mt. Bachelor’s Job-A-Palooza 2025 (aka Career Fair) in Bend, OR! We anticipate another epic winter season ahead of us and are stoked to hire an amazing team for the Winter 2025/26 season here at Mt. Bachelor.
To kick this off, we are hosting Job-A-Palooza 2025 to connect with all who are interested in being part of our Mt. Bachelor team this season!

Sunriver Saturday Market
2025-09-13 09:00 - 13:00 | SHARC, 57250 Overlook Road, Sunriver, 97707
The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the second annual Sunriver Saturday Market, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday from May 31- September 27 at SHARC, by the basketball court.

The Bend Surfest
2025-09-13 - 2025-09-14 | McKay Park, 166 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr, Bend, 97701, United States
What is SurFest? Sept. 13th-14th 2025 Benefiting Central Oregon Surf Team Association. It’s the premier surfing event in Bend, Oregon, featuring the best River Surfers competing for cash/prizes and bragging rights.
Get ready to catch the wave Bend, OR! The highly anticipated surfing contest at the Bend Whitewater Park in Bend. This exhilarating event promises a day of thrilling waves, impressive skills, and unforgettable fun for young surfers from all age groups. The Bend SurFest is not just about the competition; it’s about fostering a vibrant and supportive surfing community. Participants will compete in various heats, showcasing their talents on the river’s dynamic waves. Special recognition will be given to those young surfers who take the extra step of shaping their own boards and celebrating their creativity.
Register here! Free to speculate!

FRIDAY NIGHT ROLLER DANCING
2025-09-12 19:30 - 21:30 | The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Open Skate with those Friday night dance vibes. Complete with good music and roller dancing.

2025 Friday Night Roller Dance themes:– 1st Friday: Glow Night (glow sticks & pop music)– 2nd Friday: Pajama Party– 3rd Friday: Queer Night– 4th Friday: DJ Dance Party– 5th Friday: Costume Night

Recreational roller skating for all ages and abilities. Children 6 years and under must be supervised by a responsible person 14 years or older.Fees: $7 Youth (age 3-18) | $8 Adult (age 65+) | $9 Adult (age 19-64). Children under 3 are free with a paying adult. Skate rental: $4/person.Please bring your own helmet.More information.

Celebrating Beavers in Bend with Think Wild and Western Environmental Law Center
2025-09-12 18:00 - 20:00 | 10 Barrel Brewing Eastside, 62950 Northeast 18th Street, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
You are invited!
Join Western Environmental Law Center’s Deputy Director Dr. Sristi Kamal in conversation with Think Wild Beaver Works Program Manager Dr. Maureen Thompson for beaver trivia, fun activities, and an interactive discussion on legislative updates to beaver protection work in Oregon.
WHEN: Friday, Sept. 12th from 6-8 pm
WHERE: 10 Barrel Brewing, 62950 NE 18th St, Bend, OR 97701
RSVP HERE by September 5
This is a free event but donations are encouraged. All donations will be split 50-50 between our organizations.
Have any questions? Please contact Jenna at jennak@westernlaw.org or 575-305-3993

Redmond Farmers Market
2025-09-12 15:00 - 19:00 | Redmond Farmers Market, 725 SW Evergreen, Redmond, 98008, United States
Join us weekly at the Redmond Farmer’s Market for fresh local produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, and community connection! Meet local farmers, sample delicious baked goods, and discover unique creations from talented makers and artists.
