Spring Equinox Suncatcher Pottery Workshop: Two-part
2026-02-27 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Pine & Prism, 856 NW Bond St. Suite 202, Bend, 97701
The Spring Equinox marks a moment of balance in the year, when day and night stand equal and the energy of renewal begins to rise. Together, we’ll honor this turning point by creating ceramic sun catchers that celebrate light, growth, and new beginnings. In this two-part workshop, you’ll shape and carve, your pieces before returning to finish and assemble it in community. We’ll close with a simple Equinox ceremony, taking time for intention-setting and reflection as we welcome the season of expansion and possibility. This two-part workshop will be held on 2/27 & 3/20.

OSU-Cascades Tours for Community Groups
2026-02-27 10:00 - 11:30 | OR
Discover OSU-Cascades through free monthly community tours designed to showcase the campus’s past, present and future. Participants will learn about the university’s history and academic programs, as well as ambitious sustainability goals like net-zero energy, water and waste. Tours include a walk through Tykeson and Edward J. Ray halls, where visitors view public art and learn about innovative building design. Guests also explore land remediation efforts transforming a former pumice mine and landfill into a vibrant campus expansion, featuring academic buildings, student housing, and an innovation district that will foster collaboration and economic growth in Central Oregon.
Registration Required

SAA 4th Friday Artwalk in Sisters, OR, All-Day 10am-7pm
2026-02-27 | 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

Spring Awakening
2026-02-26 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-02-22 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-21 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-02-21 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-20 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-02-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Ponderosa Playhouse, 211 NE Revere Avenue, Suite 4, Bend, 97701
Winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, SPRING AWAKENING explores the pressures and desires of adolescence. With a contemporary rock score that shook Broadway and transformed the musical theater genre, SPRING AWAKENING contrasts its 19th century German setting with an electric energy that jumps off the stage. Ponderosa Players is proud to be carrying the torch that was lit by the original cast, which is to tell these powerful, transparent stories through the eyes of young performers. This show is recommended for audiences ages 15+, parental discretion advised.

Irene Forte Appearance at Wren & Wild
2026-02-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Wren and Wild, 112 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, 97701
Join Wren & Wild for an exclusive in‑store appearance with Irene Forte on Friday, February 26, 3:00–5:00 PM.
Irene Forte, founder of the eponymous luxury skincare line crafted in Italy, will be on site to meet guests, share the brand story, answer questions, and showcase her clinically proven, certified vegan formulations designed for sensitive skin.
“After nearly a decade at Rocco Forte Hotels, overseeing spa and wellness, I recognized an opportunity to elevate natural skincare through scientific insight. My vision was to create a brand deeply rooted in science, while being environmentally conscious. With my Italian roots and family’s organic farm in Sicily as the foundation, I partnered with Dr. Francesca Ferri, a pioneer in natural cosmetics with over 40 years of experience. Together, we developed formulations luxuriously crafted in Italy. These certified vegan products are clinically proven and certified for sensitive skin.”
— Irene Forte
Event details
– What: In‑store appearance with Irene Forte (meet & greet, product insights, Q&A)
– When: Friday, February 26, 3:00–5:00 PM
– Where: Wren & Wild Clean Beauty, Downtown Bend, OR
– Admission: Complimentary; space is limited. RSVP recommended.
For RSVP and press inquiries:
Wren & Wild
Mandy Butera
Info@wrenandwild.com
541-480-3252

Winter Wonder Women!
2026-02-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Ceiling: Unlimited studio, Bend, 97703
Winter Wonder Women is a group devoted to keeping you moving and connected to community through the Bend’s chilly winter months. We’ll sleigh all winter! We alternate Wednesday evening all-paces-welcome walk/runs with beginner-friendly movement classes. Join us for the fun, community, and gentle structure that will get you through the winter happy, healthy, and sane! All the info found here.

Culinary Expo at Riverhouse Lodge
2026-02-25 11:00 - 15:00 | Riverhouse Lodge, 3075 N Highway 97, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
We’ll bring the ingredients, you bring the menu inspiration! Join us February 25 at the Riverhouse Lodge in Bend for an unforgettable day of creativity, flavor, and connection. Register now!

Locals Night at Amaterra Kitchen + Social Club
2026-02-25 | Amaterra Kitchen + Social Club, 909 NW Bond St, Bend, 97703
Amaterra Kitchen + Social Club, recently opened in 2025, invites Bend and Redmond residents to celebrate its monthly tradition: Locals Night! Amaterra is hosting the next event of the series on Wednesday, February 25, 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.

Empowering Women Through Adventure Speaker Series
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | The Embark Coworking Community, 2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, 97703, United States
Leading the Way: The Journey to Lead a Team to the North Pole
Please join AdventurUs, SheJumps, and Between Evergreens, for the fourth annual Bend Women’s Speaker Series – “Empowering Women Through Adventure” at Embark Coworking Community.
Join us as Jeska Clark, the Expedition Leader of the Full Circle Arctic Team, shares about her team’s upcoming 2026 Greenland ski traverse honoring the legacy of Matthew Henson, alongside the science and documentary work capturing the real demands of modern polar exploration.

Hoodoo's Snowballers Bingo
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Crux Fermentation Project, 50 SW Division St., Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Snowballers Bingo Every Tuesday 1/20 – 3/10
$10 bucks/3 Games/1 Card
Come have some fun, win some bling and help raise the roof for Central Oregon Avalanche Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that stays on top of the snow and is committed to making the backcountry a safer place. Hoodoo’s Snowballers Bingo Tuesdays from 6-8pm at CRUX. For details and upcoming weather conditions at Central Oregon’s only Night Time Ski Destination head to hoodoo.com.

Kefi's Sixth Anniversary Celebration
2026-02-24 11:00 - 20:00 | Kefi Fresh, 20520 Robal Lane, Bend, 97701, United States
Six years of serving our community… and we couldn’t have done it without you 💙
To celebrate Kefi’s anniversary, we’re offering 15% off all bowls and wraps from Friday, February 20 – Tuesday, February 24, with our official anniversary on February 24!
Rice pudding will be available as well while supplies last 🍚
Order online at kefifresh.com and use code 6YEARS at checkout to claim your 15% off!
Come celebrate with us!

Champagne Bubble Bar Weekend at Viaggio!
2026-02-22 14:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-21 12:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-20 12:00 - 21:00 | Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Ste 160, Bend, 97702
Regardless of the weather or the occasion, it’s always the perfect time for some Champagne at Viaggio! We have an exciting lineup of Champagnes to work through. Grower producers on display that embody what makes Champagne so incredible. Come explore what we put together this month (always including one bottle of an incredibly limited and exceptional Champagne). Champagne Flight plus by-the-glass options and enticing European small plates and snacks. All weekend long!

Not’cho Grandma’s Bingo Supporting The Anti-Trafficking Project
2026-02-22 09:30 - 12:00 | Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave, Bend, 97701
Not’cho Grandma’s Bingo is happening Sunday, February 22 from 9:30 am to noon at Silver Moon Brewing. Hosted by the YOUNI Movement, this fun and energetic bingo event features cash prizes, laughs, and community connection. All proceeds support the anti-trafficking project and the survivors we serve locally. Bring a friend, grab a drink, and play for a cause.

Poetry Night at Lone Pine
2026-02-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Lone Pine Coffee East Side, 1462 Cushing Dr. Ste 160, Bend, 97701, United States
Experience a night of poetry at Lone Pine during Apèro Hour. Listen to spoken word, share your own verses at the open mic, and savor wine, beer, bites, and coffee. All ages are invited.

Zwickelmania @ The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales
2026-02-21 12:00 - 16:00 | The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales, 900 SE Wilson Avenue, Suite H, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join us for an exclusive brewery experience in celebration of Zwickelmania! Meet the talented brewers behind Monkless Belgian Ales on Saturday, February 21st at The Abbey Taproom. Enjoy free brewery tours & zwickel pours as you get an inside look at how our exceptional Belgian-style ales are crafted, straight from the source.
This is a rare chance to explore the brewery, sip fresh beer, and chat with the brewers themselves. Whether you’re a longtime Monkless fan or discovering our beers for the first time, it’s the perfect event for anyone who loves great craft beer.
Tour Times:
12:15pm
1:15pm
2:15pm
3:15pm
Join us at The Abbey from 12pm to 4pm for an unforgettable day of great beer, food, and fun. Cheers!

Prohibition Party- A Fringe Affair
2026-02-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
Step back into the glamour, grit, and style of the 1920s — Downtown Bend style.
On First Friday, the High Desert Museum is bringing the spirit of its upcoming program, Prohibition Party – A Fringe Affair (happening 2/20), downtown to connect with local businesses and our community.
You’ll spot Museum staff and partners mingling through downtown dressed for the era — celebrating local history, culture, and the community that keeps downtown thriving year-round.
✨ Truffle Pig Trading Co. activation
Stop by Truffle Pig Trading Co for a full 1920s moment — themed style, atmosphere, and a taste of what’s to come at the Museum’s Prohibition Party program.
🎟 Tickets for Prohibition Party – A Fringe Affair at the High Desert Museum:
Click here.
See you downtown!

Black History Month: Ritual Dinner Ceremony
2026-02-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend, 97702
Learn about the spirit of the middle passage and how it has impacted our lives in the past, and how it continues to impact our daily lives. Join us on a journey to reconnect through food, music, and culture! Experience the joy and pride that we have lost but have regained. Performances from local artists and food will be served at this event.
The event is free and open to the public. Register to reserve your spot.

FEB FLORAL FUN: Couples Floral Arranging Workshop
2026-02-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Flowers by Eryn, 635 NW Colorado Ave, Bend, 97703
Need a unique Valentine’s Day date night idea? Grab your honey and join us for a night of flowers and fun at The FBE Studio in Bend, Friday, 2/20 from 5-7pm (early enough to go enjoy a nice dinner after!). Connect and create together—-we’ll supply the luscious blooms, pretty vase, snippers and some instruction (plus some yummy cocktails & light snacks). (One ticket includes one arrangement that you can make together. If you would each like to make an arrangement, please purchase two tickets). And, we welcome any kind of couples—-romantic, friend, family.

Hobbit Movies Trivia Night @ The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales
2026-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 | The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales, 900 SE Wilson Avenue, Suite H, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
An Unexpected Trivia Night Awaits… Pack your cloaks & gather your company at The Abbey at Monkless Belgian Ales on Thursday, February 19th at 6pm for a cozy yet courageous evening of The Hobbit Movies Trivia Night. From the green hills of the Shire to the desolation of Smaug, we’ll journey through all three films: An Unexpected Journey, The Desolation of Smaug, and The Battle of the Five Armies.
Form your fellowship of 2–4 adventurers and put your Middle-earth knowledge to the test as you compete for a Monkless Gift Card. Your guide for the evening, host and favorite bartender Kyle, will be holding court on the mic and behind the bar, pouring Monkless Belgian ales along with cider, wine, and non-alcoholic options worthy of any traveler.
Feel free to bring your own trail snacks, or settle in with our tavern shareables like a cheese board or warm pretzel with house-made bier cheese. Seating is first come, first served, so arrive early to claim your place before the quest begins.
Raise your glass, trust in your riddles, and remember, even the smallest trivia team can change the course of the night. Cheers!

Tracks, Trails & Telltale Signs
2026-02-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory, 57245 River Road, Sunriver, 97707
Free Twilight Talk: Tracks, Trails, and Telltale Signs
Reading the Stories Wildlife Leave Behind
Wildlife leave their mark on the landscape if you know how to look for them. Join Nighthawk Naturalist School for an engaging introduction to wildlife tracking and sign interpretation. Learn how to identify tracks, scat, trails, feeding signs, and other subtle evidence that reveal who has passed through an area and what they were doing. This lecture will sharpen your observational skills and deepen your understanding of local wildlife. Perfect for curious beginners and seasoned naturalists alike. Twilight Talks are free, and donations are welcome. Head to snco.org/events for more information.

Black History Month: Community Forum
2026-02-18 12:00 - 18:00 | COCC Madras Campus New Student Room, 1170 E. Ashwood Rd., Madras, 97741, United States
These forums will help highlight the relationship between communities within Madras, Warm Springs, and others to help understand the importance of Black History and its many contributions that impact our lives. Join us as we explore a display of artifacts, books, and a brief presentation of Black History facts. Both sessions will include a drummaking activity for all to enjoy.
The event is free and open to the public. Register to reserve your spot.

Mardis Gras at River's Place
2026-02-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Rivers Place, 787 Northeast Purcell Boulevard, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Don your party beads, sequins and feather boas for a night of Creole cookin’, specialty cocktails, live music and dancing. Live music by The ABluestics, New Orleans style blues & roots.
