Bend Magazine

Luscious Bend Food and Wine Experience at Mt. Bachelor Lodge
2025-09-27 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

Oregon's Largest Open-Air Garage and Vintage End of Summer Sale
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.

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.

Herbal Medicine Making Fall Series at The Peoples Apothecary
2025-09-26 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

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!

Food Cart Fridays
2025-09-26 17:00 - 20:00 | Discovery Corner Plaza, 1125 NW Ochoa Drive, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
A new summer tradition is kicking off in Bend! Food Cart Fridays at Discovery Corner brings the community together from 5-8pm on the last Friday of each month (June through September) for an evening of great food, live music, and neighborhood fun.
Enjoy a rotating lineup of local food carts including, El Sancho, Dump City Dumplings, Pizza Cart, and Sauté Korean Bowls—plus live music from Central Oregon musicians, yard games for the kids, and plenty of space to unwind. The vibe is casual, family-friendly, and open to all. Bring a blanket, grab dinner, and enjoy a laid-back Friday evening in one of Bend’s newest gathering spots. See you there!

Redmond Farmers Market
2025-09-26 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.

Sisters Folk Festival
2025-09-26 - 2025-09-28 | Sisters, Cascade Ave, Sisters, OR, 97759, United States
With the motto “All the town’s a stage,” the Sisters Folk Festival continues to entertain throughout the small town each year. The festival brings the best of Americana and folk music to Sisters, as well as highlights local acts that you’ll wish you had known about sooner. Various locations in Sisters. Grab your tickets here!

SAA 4th Friday Artwalk in Sisters, OR, All-Day 10am-7pm
2025-09-26 | Downtown Sisters, Sisters, OR, United States
Map, Galleries & More details found here.
Who? You and your friends
What? SAA 4th Friday Artwalk
Where? Sisters Oregon Downtown
When? 4th Fridays, 10AM-7pm
Cost? Complimentary-Free
Visit the Art Galleries of Sisters featuring: A great time, beautiful art, good company, demonstrations, plus additional sponsoring restaurants and food venues for during and following the walk. Visit with actual artists and their work including: Fine art and contemporary paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, glass artistry, jewelry, and many more types of artistry.
SAA-Sisters Arts Association was formed in 2015 by a group of artists and supporters that believe the arts are an important part of a healthy community and an essential component of the enrichment of culture. The association exists to provide its members with a unified voice for the nurturing and enriching of the arts and to create a spirit of togetherness among artists, community and all who visit Sisters, Oregon. More at https://www.sistersartsassociation.org/4th-friday-artwalks
Downtown Sisters Oregon
222 West Hood Avenue
Sisters, OR, 97759
541-719-8581, SAA-Sisters Arts Association
events@sistersartsassociation.org
@SistersArtsAssociation

Distinguished Visiting Writer Hannah Pittard at OSU-Cascades
2025-09-25 18:30 - 20:00 | Oregon State University – Cascades, 1500 Chandler Ave., Bend, 97702
A contemporary novelist, short story writer and memoirist, Hannah Pittard is celebrated for the wit, emotional resonance and fearless storytelling found in her works. Her latest book, “If You Love It Let It Kill You,” was praised by the New York Times as “a sharp, propulsive portrait of fractured love and lingering grief.” Pittard is the Guy Davenport Professor in English at the University of Kentucky, where she teaches in the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program. Roundabout Books will host book sales. The Distinguished Visiting Writer series is hosted by the OSU-Cascades MFA in Writing program.
Free, but registration required.

Thrown Together Dinner Party at Mud Lake Studio
2025-09-25 18:00 - 21:00 | The Old Iron Works, 50 SE Scott St., Bend, 97702
Mud Lake Studios is teaming up with chef Eva Berg to bring you the Thrown Together dinner series! Each dinner party will feature a luxurious 3-course meal, dreamed up and skillfully prepared by Eva, and served up on custom 4-piece place settings by Mud Lake members. Each setting will be beautiful and unique and yours to take home, washed and dried, at the end of the night.
For our inaugural candlelit dinner, we will be hosting outdoors under the hawthorn trees on the charming patio of our Old Ironworks neighbor, Cafè des Chutes*. This will be a family-style meal, so come with friends and family, or come and meet someone new. Your place setting will consist of one large plate, one smaller side plate, a bowl and a drinking vessel, all carefully designed and crafted by a local potter. The menu can be found on our website and Instagram!

Live Music Thursdays at Bar Rio
2025-09-25 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.

Bicycle Sprint Races on the Go-Kart Track at Sun Mountain Fun Center
2025-09-25 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.

Sunriver Resort Farmers Market
2025-09-25 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!

Bird Walk at Paulina Creek Preserve
2025-09-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Paulina Creek Preserve, Paulina Lake Road, La Pine, United States
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Amy Sanchez for a bird walk at Paulina Creek Preserve. Stroll through ponderosa and lodgepole pine forests looking for nuthatches and red crossbills, explore meadow edges for yellow-rumped warblers and bluebirds, and listen for the distinctive call of a Western meadowlark. See how many of the 100+ species of birds you can find while you learn more about the Preserve and the Land Trust’s plans for its future. Registration is required.

Dawn Dance Party at Pine Mountain Sports
2025-09-25 07:15 - 08:00 | Pine Mountain Sports, 255 SW Century Dr, Bend, 97702, United States
Grab your dancing shoes and rally your friends!
Tomorrow morning, Thursday, September 25th, we’re hosting a Dance Party at dawn right here in our parking lot.
7:15–8:00 AM
Bring your favorite mug and enjoy coffee from our friends at @thumpcoffee and @freerangeequipment .

Bend Film Festival Kickoff Party at Dogwood at the Pine
2025-09-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Dogwood at the Pine Shed, 821 NE 2nd street, Bend, 97701, United States
Join us as we celebrate the start of the 2025 Bend Film Festival with a lively kickoff party at Dogwood’s Pine Shed.
This is a free event! No tickets or RSVP required . . .
Starting at 7:00 PM, guests can preview trailers from this year’s festival films on the outdoor screen, with commentary and Q&A led by our Director of Programming. Inside, the night continues with music and a DJ set from @planetdoone. Festival passes and BendFilm merch will be available for purchase on-site, and Dogwood will generously donate 20% of drink sales to support BendFilm’s year-round programs.

Come raise a glass, meet fellow film lovers, and get a sneak peek at what’s ahead for this year’s festival.
Dogwood @ The Pine ShedTues 9/24 | 7 PM–closeOutdoor trailers + Q&A with our Programming DirectorDJ set by @planetdoone20% of drink sales benefit BendFilmPasses + Merch on site

$9 Wine Night at Austin Mercantile
2025-09-24 16:00 - 20:00
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!

Locals Night at Amaterra Kitchen + Social Club
2025-09-24 | Amaterra, 909 NW Bond St, Bend, 97703, United States
Amaterra Kitchen + Social Club, recently opened in June, invites Bend and Redmond residents to celebrate its new monthly tradition: Locals Night! Amaterra is hosting its second event of the series on Wednesday, September 24, and will continue on the last Wednesday of every month.
All day long, locals with proof of address can enjoy:

$3 off glass pours and $2 off cocktails
15% off bottle purchases to-go
Access to the members’ gallery (for local Wine Club members)
Entry into a raffle for a Local Basket filled with wine, baked goods, and products from nearby makers

There’s even a punch card for regulars, where six visits to Locals Night earn a complimentary glass of wine, dessert, or another treat. Designed as a way to connect with the community, Locals Night gives Bend and Redmond residents a chance to sip, gather, and experience what Amaterra is all about.
