Bend Magazine

The Polish Ambassador at The Volcanic Theatre
2025-10-03 17:00 - 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
The Polish Ambassador is coming back to Bend ,OR! Friday, Oct 3rd, 2025 at Volcanic Theatre Pub!

Downtown Bend's First Friday Art Walk
2025-10-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
JOIN US THE FIRST FRIDAY EVERY MONTH FROM 5PM – 8PM FOR ART, CULTURE, COMMUNITY, AND FUN!
Monthly Themes:
June
Prideful Creations – In honor of Pride Month, we’ll be giving shoutouts and features to artists from the LGBTQ community.
July
Hot Nights, Cool Sights
(Moved from July 4th to July 11th – First night of Summerfest)
August
Wild West
Let’s show our countryside!
September
Welcome Back, Locals!
Specials all weekend for locals only!
October
FallFest Art Walk + Haunted Downtown Tours
November
Día de Los Muertos
December
Tis the Season Art Stroll

First Friday Oyster Night at Viaggio Wine Merchant
2025-10-03 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….

Redmond Farmers Market
2025-10-03 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.

Old Mill District's First Friday Art Walk
2025-10-03 15:00 - 18:00 | Old Mill District, 730 SW Columbia Street, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
The Old Mill District invites the public to its First Friday Art Walk — every first Friday of the month from 3 to 6 PM. Visitors can immerse themselves in a vibrant celebration of local artistry, exploring a diverse array of creative works. From stunning mixed media and acrylic paintings to oil paintings, sculptures, photography, jewelry, ceramics, and handcrafted wood, talented regional artists will showcase their work.

Bend Fall Festival
2025-10-03 11:00 - 2025-10-05 22:00 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
Get ready for the ultimate autumn celebration at the Bend Fall Festival!
Join us from October 3th-5th in downtown Bend for a weekend filled with live music, mouth-watering food, unique artisan vendors, and fun activities for all ages. From the Harvest Market and Family Fun Street to the Fine Artist Promenade and the Oregon Lifestyle Marketplace, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace the fall season with your community!

Friday Night

• 5:30PM – 6:30PM — DJPK (The Groove Looper)• 7:00PM – 8:00PM — Call Down Thunder• 8:30PM – 10:00PM — Stephanie Anne Johnson

Saturday

• 11:30AM – 2:00PM — Cascade School of Music Students• 2:30PM – 3:30PM — The Bunkhouse Two• 4:00PM – 5:00PM — Appaloosa• 5:30PM – 6:30PM — Skillethead• 7:00PM – 8:00PM — Leadbetter Band• 8:30PM – 10:00PM — No Duh? A No Doubt Cover Band

Sunday

• 11:00AM – 12:00PM — Cascade School of Music• 12:30PM – 1:30PM — Long Gone Wilder• 2:00PM – 3:00PM — Bekkah McAlvage• 3:30PM – 5:00PM — Alicia Viani Trio

Fresh Hops on the Pond
2025-10-03 11:00 - 20:00 | Bend Brewing Co, 1019 NW Brooks St, Bend, 97701
Fresh Hops On The Pond returns Friday, Oct 3rd! Expect fresh hop beers from over 20 breweries with live music from @doublejumpmusic & @mamasboy.band . Not to be missed!
Free

Ruffwear Fall Warehouse Sale
2025-10-03 11:00 - 16:00 | Ruffwear Retail Store, 2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, 97703, United States
Ruffwear’s Fall Warehouse SaleJoin us for two days of tail-wagging deals, sunshine and community connections as we clear out discontinued gear, lightly blemished seconds, and returns at rebarkable prices!

Dates & TimesFriday, October 3: 11 AM – 4 PMSaturday, October 4: 10 AM – 3 PM

AdoptionsThe Humane Society of Central Oregon will be on-site with adoptable pups ready to blossom in new forever homes. Ruffwear is covering adoption fees and gifting each adopted dog a RAD adoption kit!

Event DetailsBYOB – Bring Your Own BagCard-only transactionsFriendly, leashed, and fully vaccinated dogs are welcome. Dogs should be comfortable interacting with other dogs and humans in small spaces.Not sure what size you need? Pre-measure at home and our team will help you gear up with the perfect fit!Here’s how to Measure for Ruffwear GearBring your used dog gear! We’re donating what we can to shelters, offering patch and zipper repairs, and recycling the rest—nothing goes to waste.

Whether you’re shopping for a fresh fall adventure, a throwback favorite, or starting your howliday haul early this event is your chance to sniff out something special!

Terrebonne Grange Fall Flea Market and Crafts
2025-10-03 09:00 - 16:00 | Terrebonne Grange Hall, 8286 11th St., Terrebonne, OR 97760, 8286 11th St., Terrebonne, 97760
Fall Flea Market & Crafts. Lots of one-of-a-kind items, home goods, tools, jewelry, clothes, vintage and antiques, wood crafts, furniture, decor, honey, jams & jellies and baked goods. Items very reasonably priced! Friday & Saturday Oct 3rd & 4th from 9-4 at the Terrebonne Grange Hall 8286 11th St. Terrebonne. Stop by and shop on your way to or from the pumpkin patches.

First Friday in Sisters
2025-10-03 | Downtown Sisters, Sisters, OR, United States
First Friday in Sisters — a monthly evening to gather downtown, visit the shops you love, discover new ones, enjoy a little music, and sip or snack along the way. Some businesses will have specials, others will host pop-up musicians, and all of them will be so grateful just to see our community out and about.

Oktoberfest Prost! Bend
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Prost! Bend, 40 SW Century Dr #140, Bend, 97702, United States
Join us for our 4th annual Oktoberfest this weekend, and experience German culture the way it was meant to be!
This is our biggest party of the year!
October 3–5
Prost Bend // 40 SW Century Dr, Unit 140 97702
Live music from Festival Brass (10-piece Bavarian band)
Outdoor grill + German food specials by Chef Josh
6+ authentic German Oktoberfest beers on tap
Huge festival tent in the parking lot – rain or shine
Lederhosen, Dirndls, games, and community vibes all weekend long!
Bring your crew, raise a stein, and celebrate Bavarian tradition right here in Bend.

Live Music Thursdays at Bar Rio
2025-10-02 18:00 - 20:00 | 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.

Herbal Medicine Making Fall Series at The Peoples Apothecary
2025-10-02 17:30 - 19:00 | The Peoples Apothecary, 1841 NE Division St Suite 150, Bend, 97701, United States
This series offers an introduction to the multiple ways to incorporate plant medicines in your home, among family, and within your communities. We will discuss the various applications of plants used topically and internally as oils, salves, tinctures and teas.
During these fun, hands-on workshops, you will learn all about herbal applications, when and why to use them, and will also make product in class with instruction from Dr. Ashley.
September 26: Infused Oils @5:30 pm – 7 pm
October 2: Herbal Salves @5:30 pm – 7 pm
November 13: Formulating Medicinal Teas @4:30 pm – 6 pm
November 18: Herbal Tinctures @4:30 pm – 6 pm

Think Wild Community Pint Night
2025-10-02 17:00 - 19:00 | The Ale Apothecary, 30 SW Century Dr., Bend, 97702
Celebrate Bat Appreciation Month with Think Wild and The Ale Apothecary!
This October, every Thursday night is a Community Pint Night at The Ale Apothecary—and you’re invited! Throughout the entire month, $1 from every beer sold will be donated to Think Wild to support our work rescuing and rehabilitating injured and orphaned native wildlife, restoring habitats, and educating our community about how to coexist with the wild neighbors we all share.
Why bats? October is Bat Appreciation Month, and bats are a vital part of our ecosystems, helping control insects, pollinate plants, and keep our landscapes healthy. To honor these amazing animals, each pint night will include bat-themed activities like:
• Batman Movie Night
• Bat Trivia
• Pumpkin Carving
• And more surprises throughout the month
Bring your friends, raise a glass of wild yeast craft beer, and join us in celebrating a great local business and important cause! Whether you come once or every Thursday in October, you’ll be supporting both local craft beer and local conservation.
The Ale Apothecary | Thursdays in October | Community Pint Nights

Bicycle Sprint Races on the Go-Kart Track at Sun Mountain Fun Center
2025-10-02 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.

Grand Opening of NorthWest Navigator's New Bend Location
2025-10-02 16:00 - 19:00 | NorthWest Navigator, 61561 American Lane, Bend, 97792, United States
Join NW Navigator for the Grand Docking at the newly finished Bend location! Enjoy live music, catered food and beverages, cocktails, wines, and champagne. Tour their state-of-the-art luxury fleet!

Sunriver Resort Farmers Market
2025-10-02 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!

Pollinator Pathway Fall Social and Seed Swap
2025-10-01 17:30 - 19:30 | Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Drive Bend, OR 97701, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join us on Wednesday, October 1st at 5:30 PM at Worthy Brewing Company for a fun evening of mingling, swapping seeds from native plants, and sharing garden stories. Whether you’re a seasoned native plant gardener or just starting out, this event is perfect for connecting with fellow native plant enthusiasts. We’ll provide some light refreshments. Drinks available for purchase. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn about the Pollinator Pathway, make new friends, and enjoy the cozy fall atmosphere.

Vega Sicilia Spanish Wine Tasting at Viaggio Wine Merchant
2025-10-01 17:30 - 19:00 | Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Ste 160, Bend, 97702
This is a big one! Vega Sicilia’s labels, from Spain’s Ribera del Duero, Rioja and Toro regions, are recognized as some of the world’s finest and most valued red wines. We’ll taste across their portfolio, including a couple of very fun surprises. Limited Seating. Reservations required. Visit our website or call us at 541-299-5060 to register. Don’t miss it!

Go Clean Energy Conference 2025
2025-10-01 08:30 - 16:30 | Central Oregon Community College (All campuses), 2600 NW College Way, Bend, 97703
Get OREGON incentives! 25 speakers help you plan & pay for your project! There is something for everyone! From mobile homes, to churches, nonprofits, and commercial building owners. Start saving money on your energy bills! Solar, storage, heat pumps, efficiency, EV Charging, electric vehicles, water conservation and more! Lunch included.

Happy Hour at Crux Fermentation Project
2025-09-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Crux Fermentation Project, 50 SW Division St., Bend, OR, 97702, United States
$1 off all beverages. No agenda, just come mingle. Bring your friends!

Annual On Tap! Chili Bowl
2025-09-28 11:00 - 15:00 | on tap, 1424 NE Cushing Drive, Bend, 97701
6 Food Trucks, 1 TROPHY! All six food trucks will go head-to-head to see who can dish out the best chili in Bend. Taste, vote and crown the champion!
$24 per ticket

Street Dog Hero’s Annual Heroes on the Run 5K
2025-09-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Riverbend Park, 799 SW Columbia Street, Bend, 97702
Join Street Dog Hero for our 6th Annual Heroes in the Run 5K & 10K happening at Riverbend Park in Bend, OR, on Sunday, September 28th! This family-friendly and dog-friendly event has something for the entire family to enjoy, including: a 5K Fun Run, 10K, Kids mini run, raffle prizes, food carts, a beer garden, local vendors, kid zone activities, live entertainment, adoptable dogs, and more!
Don’t miss out on this jam-packed day of fun! Register here today! Please contact pieter@streetdoghero.org for more details.

Worthy Brewing Farmers Market
2025-09-28 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.

Oregon's Largest Open-Air Garage and Vintage End of Summer Sale
2025-09-28 07:00 - 17:00 | Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States
We are back! Our event in June was so successful that we have been asked to host another one repeatedly. So, we are!! We have just gotten dates with the Deschutes County Fairgrounds to wrap up our Central Oregon Summer with another fun family-friendly sale on September 27th and 28th on the Buckaroo Lawn. There will be more ticket options to choose from when they go live! Keep your eyes open, we will be announcing when those are available. Mark your calendars today.

Bend Camerata at Fort Rock with Wanderlust Tours
2025-09-27 18:15 - 23:30 | Wanderlust Tours, 61535 S Highway 97 #13, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join us for a night of art and stargazing in the Oregon Outback. Our adventure will start with a twilight hike through the stunning Fort Rock, an ancient volcanic tuff ring that rises out of the flatness of the high desert. After learning about this area’s cultural importance, we will settle in for an inspiring performance by local a Cappella group, Bend Camerata, that is sure to delight the soul!

$170 per person
Tour Time: Saturday, September 27th | 6:15pm – 11:30pm
Transportation: Departing from our office
INCLUDES

Professional naturalist guide & award-winning interpretation

Concert: Vocal performance from Bend Camerata

Gear: Headlamp

Drinks: Hot Cocoa

Treats: Local dessert from Sparrow Bakery (we recommend eating dinner prior to the tour!)

Transportation: Departing from our office

PLEASE BRING

Jacket/ layers for variable weather, hat, sunglasses. Temps will drop when the sun goes down!

Water or extra snacks if desired!

Camp chair or blanket to sit on for both the concert and stargazing

Luscious Bend Food and Wine Experience at Mt. Bachelor Lodge
2025-09-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Mount Bachelor – West Village, 13000 SW Century Dr., Bend, 97703, United States
One night only. Three stories of immersive culinary magic.
Join us for an unforgettable journey through flavor, connection, and creativity at Luscious Bend Food + Wine Experience — Central Oregon’s most anticipated food, wine, and community event of the year!
This is a full-sensory celebration of the region’s finest:
• 10 local chefs collaborating with
• 10 local farms, paired with
• 10 stunning wineries, across
• 10 artfully curated courses.
Hosted inside the iconic Mt. Bachelor Lodge at 6,000 ft., this experience brings together culinary innovators, wine lovers, and farm-forward foodies for an evening that blends bold taste, thoughtful sourcing, and communal storytelling — all against a breathtaking Central Oregon backdrop. Learn more about Rose Archer and the Luscious Supper Club.

Oktoberfest at McMenamins Old St. Francis School
2025-09-27 13:00 - 21:30 | McMenamins, 700 NW Bond St.
Oktoberfest means celebration and beer – so we’re serving up tasty German-style specials, plenty of beer and live music as a backdrop to it all.

Property-wide food & drink specials * All daySpecial Oktoberfest taps in O’Kane’s * 21+ only inside O’Kane’s

Live music in Father Luke’s Room * 1-9:30 pmThe Brothers Reed * 1-3 pmThe VibeShiftas * 3:30-6 pmSonic Benders * 7-9:30 pm

Annual Yachtoberfest at Midtown Yacht Club
2025-09-27 13:00 - 19:00 | Midtown Yacht Club, 1661 NE 4th St, Bend
Yachtoberfest is back for the 5th year! Come join us for food specials, festive beer, fresh hops, pumpkin cider, live music, vendors & fun! Prizes for the best Oktoberfest dressed!

NICU Reunion 2025 at St. Charles
2025-09-27 13:00 - 16:00 | St. Charles Medical Center Bend, 2500 NE Neff Rd, Bend, United States
Members of the St. Charles Neonatal Intensive Care Unit family, including current and former patients and their families, and current and former staff, are invited to the St. Charles NICU reunion. The event will be held in Conference Rooms A-D (enter through Main Lobby).
It will be a time to connect and celebrate with families and children who were cared for in the St. Charles NICU.
Wear your favorite superhero costume! Activities will included:
-Family fun-Ice cream-Refreshments-Bouncy house-Face painting
Please RSVP here.
