Bend Magazine

Herbal Medicine Making Fall Series at The Peoples Apothecary
2025-10-02 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-09-26 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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, 2025-09-27 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.

Oktoberfest at The Grove
2025-09-27 12:00 - 19:00 | The Grove Market Hall, 921 Northwest Mount Washington Drive, Bend, 97701
Come join us while Waypoint serves festive steins, music + food specials! Event is from 12-7 pm with live music going until 8pm.

Fresh Hops and Pop Up Shops
2025-09-27 12:00 - 17:00 | River’s Place, 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
We are celebrating fall, fresh hop beers, local makers and live music. This is the best time of year!
Shopping 12-5 pm
Live Music 2-4 pm
Fresh Hop Beers ALL DAY ~ Flights of 5 or 6 will be available from 12 pm-5 pm

Oktoberfest at Boneyard Pub
2025-09-27 11:00 - 22:00 | Boneyard Brewery, 1955 NE Division St, Bend
Join us for our 2nd Annual Oktoberfest celebration at Boneyard Pub, 9/27/25. Live music, food & beer specials!

Play Forever Mountain Clean-up
2025-09-27 09:30 - 14:00 | Mt. Bachelor, 13000 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
The Play Forever Mountain Clean-Up Day is back again! On Saturday, Sept. 27, grab your sturdy hiking shoes, and head up to the mountain to help us collect litter before the snow flies.
Here’s what you need to know:
Registration is FREE and will be required to participate. Registration will be capped at 200 total participants.
Registered participants will get:

Complimentary lunch
Entry to the 2025-26 Winter Season Pass raffle
A single-day scenic chairlift ticket, valid during operating hours through closing day on Oct. 5.

Check-in is at the West Village base area. Upon check in we’ll loan you grabber tools and reusable buckets for trash collection. We’ll focus on collecting litter along the perimeter of the parking lot, in the Nordic Center, off the shop road, and around the base area buildings. We may even head to Skyliner and Sunrise if time and resources allow.
For the safety of our guests and employees, all guests must stay on designated hiking trails (Evergreen or Fly Creek) if they choose to search for litter on the slopes. Wandering off designated hiking routes to collect litter will not be allowed. Don’t worry though, our teams will retrieve litter under Pine Marten and off designated trails when we are closed to the public.
Come prepared! Wear proper footwear and gloves — sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, layers, and a pack with water and snacks are strongly recommended.
Thanks for helping Mt. Bachelor protect the environment so future generations can Play Forever!

Sunriver Saturday Market
2025-09-27 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.

Cowdeo at Jefferson County Fair Complex
2025-09-27 08:30 - 16:30 | Jefferson County Fair Complex, 430 SW Fairgrounds Road, Madras, OR, 97741, United States
Cowdeo Mission Statement-Providing an opportunity for kids ages 5 – 14 to experience friendly rodeo competition in a family atmosphere, while contributing to community non-profit organizations.
Cowdeo originated in 1968 by the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church as a fundraising opportunity. In 2003, the Jefferson County Event Complex took over the fundraising event and turned it into a fundraising opportunity for not only the Event Complex, but for other organizations/groups.
Kids 5-14 are able to compete in their age division (5, 6-8 PeeWee, 9-11 Junior, 12-14 Senior) for belt buckles in each event. Participants also strive to win the All-Around Saddle. Events are Sheep Riding (PeeWee’s), Barrel Racing, Keyhole, Horseless Roping, Calf Riding, Breakaway Roping, Cow Riding (14 yrs), Goat Decorating (PeeWee’s) and the Chicken Rabbit Scramble (5 yrs and under).
We get kids from all over the Northwest who compete and look forward to Cowdeo every year. It is truly an event that if you have never seen you need to check it out! The kids make the show what it is and without help in sponsorship and donations from individuals and businesses we would not have the Cowdeo that it is. The Cowdeo gives kids who are not ranked in the top ten of the PeeWee groups and Junior Rodeo Association the opportunity to win a belt buckle and/or All-Around Saddle.

Ring of Fire Mountain Bike Race at Wanoga Sno Park
2025-09-27 07:00 - 16:30 | Wanoga Sno-Park, Cascade Lakes Highway, Bend, OR, 97703
MTB event for 50 miles of Bend Singletrack to end the season! Part of the National Ultra Endurance Series Sports

Register here to ride!

FRIDAY NIGHT ROLLER DANCING
2025-09-26 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.

Sunriver Oktoberfest
2025-09-26 17:00 - 2025-09-27 17:00 | The Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Drive, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
The 2025 Sunriver Oktoberfest is Sept. 26 and Sept. 27, marking a new tradition for the Sunriver community in Central Oregon. This inaugural event is part of a broader year of celebrations in Sunriver and will offer a festive atmosphere with a German theme.
Come say “Prost!” with us over the last weekend in September and enjoy live music, delicious beer-inspired food and beer, a fun run, and activities and events for all ages!
Contact exec@sunriverchamber.com for additional information.

Food Cart Fridays at Discovery Corner
2025-09-26 17:00 - 20:00 | Discovery Corner Plaza, 1125 NW Ochoa Drive, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Mark your calendars—Food Cart Fridays at Discovery Corner! Enjoy a rotating lineup of local musicians bringing the perfect toe-tapping soundtrack to your Friday night. Savor delicious eats from some of Bend’s favorite food carts, including El Sancho, Dump City Dumplings, Pizza Cart, and Saute Korean Bowls, and Cuppa Yo!
With games for the kids, a welcoming vibe, and plenty of space to relax, it’s the perfect spot to catch up with neighbors and friends.
Limited seating is available, so bring your low-back chairs and settle in for a casual evening under the Central Oregon sky. Everyone’s welcome—see you at Discovery Corner!
