Beaver State Comic Con 2026
2026-05-31 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-30 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States
Beaver State Comic Con is a family-friendly pop culture and comic convention held annually at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center in Redmond, Oregon, celebrating fandom communities and everything from comics and anime to movies, TV, and beyond.
The event features celebrity guests, cosplay, panels, games, local artists, a wide array of vendors, comics, toys, collectibles, games, cosplay, and much more, making it a must-attend for fans of all genres.

Art Meets Wine in Sunriver
2026-05-30 15:00 - 19:00 | SHARC, 57250 Overlook Road, Sunriver, 97707
Join us for an unforgettable experience at Art Meets Wine in Sunriver, 3 – 7 p.m. on May 30, 2026, at SHARC in Sunriver, Oregon. Get ready to indulge in tastings from carefully selected wineries representing different varieties and regions of Oregon.
Immerse yourself in a unique experience featuring wine, art, food, and camaraderie. Your all-inclusive ticket includes tastings from 10 premier Oregon wineries, a three-course chef-prepared meal, decadent desserts, live auction, artists’ demonstrations and our famous wine wall.
Art Meets Wine in Sunriver benefits the Sunriver Women’s Club philanthropy program.
All attendees must be at least 21 years of age.

Whiskey and Fire Fridays at Currents at the Riverhouse
2026-05-29 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-22 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-15 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-08 17:00 - 22:00 | Currents at The Riverhouse, 3075 Business 97, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Fridays just got cozier at Riverhouse Lodge. Join us at Currents Restaurant & Lounge for Whiskey + Fire Fridays, a new weekly experience pairing a featured craft whiskey cocktail with fireside s’mores under the Central Oregon sky. Sip our signature Hot Buttered Whiskey made with local 3 Sisters HBR mix, then gather around Riverhouse’s outdoor fire pits for toasted marshmallows, melted chocolate, and memory-making moments with friends, family, or coworkers. It’s the perfect way to kick off a Bend weekend—after skiing at Mt. Bachelor, brewery-hopping downtown, or exploring high-desert trails.

Ride4LifeNW – The Full Circle Honor and Donor Run
2026-05-25 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-24 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-23 08:00 - 16:00 | Kendall Audi Dealership, 1045 SE 3rd St, Bend, 97702
The engines will turn over in the high desert of Bend, Oregon, where the land is open, quiet, and honest. Morning light stretches low across sagebrush and volcanic stone, and the air carries that familiar mix of cold, dust, and possibility. Kalinka idles patiently, heavy and grounded. In the sidecar, Gnocchi settles in without ceremony. This is not a beginning driven by excitement—it’s driven by intention.

The Full Circle Honor Run is not about distance, it is about meaning.

This three-day Ride4LifeNW journey follows some of Oregon’s most historic roads, but history here isn’t just what’s written on plaques or carved into buildings. It’s the history carried inside people—stories of service, survival, sacrifice, and gratitude. The road is simply the thread that ties them together. For all information visit the Get Involved tab at ride4lifenw.com.

Zarna Garg: Million Dollar Excuses
2026-05-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
Indian immigrant, New York-based mom, and comedy powerhouse Zarna Garg brings her sharp, fearless humor to Bend in her Million Dollar Excuses Tour. Known for her Amazon Prime special One in a Billion, Hulu’s Practical People Win, bestselling book This American Woman, and viral comedy videos, Zarna blends wit, relatable stories, and bold social commentary into a show you won’t forget.
She’s toured the world, opened for Tina Fey & Amy Poehler, starred in A Nice Indian Boy, and been hailed by The New York Times for her magnetic presence. Don’t miss this comedy star live at the Tower Theatre, presented by Bend Comedy Festival.

OSU-Cascades Tours for Community Groups
2026-05-22 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
2026-05-22 | Downtown Sisters, Sisters, OR, United States
Map, Galleries & More details at
https://www.SistersArtsAssociation.org/4th-friday-artwalks
Who? You and your friends
What? SAA 4th Friday Artwalk
Where? Sisters Oregon Downtown
When? 4th Fridays, 10AM-7pm
Cost? Complimentary-Free
Visit the SAA-Sisters Arts Association 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 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

Poetry Night at Lone Pine
2026-05-16 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.

2026 SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle
2026-05-16 | Mt. Bachelor, 13000 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
2026 SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle
Online registration is open for the country’s top multisport event – the 48th annual SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle. The event, which has been contested each May in Bend since 1976, is scheduled for May 16, 2026. Participants can register as individuals, pairs, or teams at PPPBend.com.
The SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle is a Central Oregon tradition that annually attracts thousands of competitors from throughout the Northwest and beyond. The multi-sport race includes alpine and cross-country skiing, cycling, running, and kayaking and stretches from the slopes of Mt. Bachelor to the finish line in Bend’s Hayden Homes Amphitheater. Athletes of all ages compete in divisions ranging in skill level from novice to elite, and either individually or as part of a team. The SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle is the largest annual fundraiser for MBSEF and allows us to provide life-changing athletic programs to over 800 athletes annually.
Learn more about the Bend Pole Peddle Paddle.
The Individual Pole Pedal Paddle Legs
Alpine leg: The Alpine leg starts at the top of Mt. Bachelor’s Red Chair where skiers have to sprint 200 feet uphill without their skis, then find where they put their skis, put them on and finally ski down the LeeWay run. The course is a beginner/intermediate run.
Nordic leg: The Cross Country leg is an 6 km skate ski. The exchange to cycling takes place in front of the Nordic Lodge parking area.
Bike leg: The Bike leg is a 20 mile beautiful ride into Bend along Century Drive. The ride finishes at the Athletic Club of Bend.
Run leg: The Run leg is a 5.2 mile course that includes dirt, pavement, pavers and travels over and under multiple bridges that cross the Deschutes River. The run course finishes at the Riverbend Park in Bend.
Racers who are 12 and registered in the following categories, are given the option to run the shortened course (3.7 miles): Individuals – 12 & Under, Pairs – 12 & Under, Teams – 12 & Under, and Family Teams where the running racer is 12 or under.
Paddle leg: The Canoe/Kayak/SUP leg begins at Riverbend Park. Boaters will paddle down stream from the put-in point, for about .5 miles, paddling under several bridges and through the Old Mill. At the turn around point, boaters will paddle upstream for about 1 mile until they reach the take-out point at Farewell Bend Park, on the opposite side of the river.
Sprint leg: The Sprint leg starts at Farewell Bend Park, crosses over the bridge that connects Farewell to Riverbend, and finishes on the main lawn at Riverbend Park. The distance of the sprint is .4 miles. Read more about the the race description here.
The SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle is produced by and for the benefit of the Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation, which creates opportunities through competitive snow sports programs to support athletes in achieving their individual athletic, academic, and personal goals.
For more information or to register for the SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle, visit www.pppbend.com.

HDCM Celebrity Recitals: Peter Wiley and Anna Polonsky
2026-05-15 19:30 - 21:00 | 61980 Skyline Ranch Road Bend, OR 97703 United States, United States, Skyline Ranch Road Bend, 61380
The HDCM Celebrity Recitals series returns, welcoming back legendary cellist Peter Wiley and brilliant Steinway Artist Anna Polonsky.
Frequent recital partners, Wiley and Polonsky are two charismatic virtuosos who captivate audiences wherever they perform. The Chamber Music Society of Utica raved “These performers exceeded all expectations as a dynamic duo. The selected repertoire…showed their heartfelt passion, dedication, and commitment to making music that was rich in tone, technical mastery, and true artistry.”
This event is brought to you by Pahlisch Homes. Join Peter and Anna for a pre-concert talk about the program beginning at 6:45pm. This concert preview is free for all ticket holders.
Program: Beethoven Variations on “The Magic Flute” in F Major Op.66, Schubert Arpeggione Sonata D.821, Rachmaninoff Sonata in G minor, Op.19

Distinguished Visiting Writer: Carter Sickels
2026-05-15 18:30 - 20:00 | OSU – Cascades Campus – Edward J. Ray Hall, 1500 SW Chandler Ave, Bend, OR, 97702
Award-winning novelist Carter Sickels, a nationally recognized LGBTQ writer, visits OSU-Cascades for a public reading presented by the MFA in Writing program. His novel The Prettiest Star was named Best LGBT Book of the Year by O Magazine, and he is a recipient of Lambda Literary’s Duggins Prize. The evening features a reading, conversation, and book signing.

OSU-Cascades Fourth Annual Golf-Putting Tournament
2026-05-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Eagle Crest Resort
Community members of all ages are invited to a fun, low-pressure golf-putting tournament at Eagle Crest Resort. The event takes place on the resort’s 18-hole putting course and includes a lunch reception, with putter and golf ball rentals available if needed. Participants play for fun while supporting a meaningful cause: the OSU-Cascades Basic Needs Fund. Proceeds help local students access essentials like food, housing, transportation, textbooks, and emergency assistance—resources that help them remain enrolled, focused, and on track to complete their degrees.

Take it to the Limit - The Music & Legacy of the Eagles
2026-05-14 19:30 - 22:30 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
Eagles fans! Mark your calendars because on May 14, 2026 Eagles Tribute – “Take It To The Limit” from Vancouver, Canada is coming to Bend Oregon for the 1st time!
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music as some of Canada’s most talented musicians and vocalists bring to life your favourite Eagles hits, including classics like “Hotel California,” “Heartache Tonight,” “Peaceful Easy Feeling,” “Take It To The Limit,” “Desperado,” “Life In The Fast Lane,” “Take It Easy,” “Lyin’ Eyes,” and more!
With rave reviews from coast to coast, this show promises to be a fully immersive experience, capturing the essence and energy of an authentic Eagles concert. Get your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable evening of Eagles music! Catch a sneak peak of what’s in store here: www.EaglesTributeShow.com

Mother's Day Market at The Bite
2026-05-10 11:00 - 16:00 | The Bite, 19860 7th St., Bend, 97703, United States
Hit up The Bite for a Mother’s Day celebration with the whole family. Join us at this annual market celebrating all the mamas in your life. Brunch specials and an incredible vendor line up, we can’t wait to see you all!

Mother's Day Brunch at Juniper Preserve
2026-05-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Juniper Preserve, 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr, Bend, 97701
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Iris Restaurant with a warm, elevated brunch that brings everyone to the table. Set within the serene beauty of Juniper Preserve, our family-style experience invites you to slow down and savor a thoughtfully curated menu, shared among loved ones.
Enjoy a seasonal spread of vibrant starters, wholesome brunch classics, and chef-driven specialties, all served to the table for effortless enjoyment. From fresh pastries and bright salads to comforting entrées and indulgent sweets, each dish is crafted to nourish, delight, and create moments worth lingering over.

Homegrown Music Festival
2026-05-09 18:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-08 18:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-07 18:00 - 23:00 | The Century Center, SW Century Dr., Bend, 97702, United States
We’re proud to present our full 2026 lineup! Join us May 7-9 at the Century Center for an unforgettable weekend. 3 day passes on sale now, single day tickets will be available at the gate during the event. For more information please visit our website homegrownfestbend.com.

Bend Moonlight Market: Beltane
2026-05-09 16:00 - 22:00 | Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave, Bend, 97701
Bend Moonlight Market presents Beltane. A night of fire and the welcoming of change from spring to summer!
🌼 + 🔥

Think Wild's 6th Annual Wildlife Baby Shower
2026-05-09 15:00 - 18:00 | Oregon Spirit Distillers, 740 NE First Street, Bend, 97701
Join Think Wild at Oregon Spirit Distillers between 3 and 6 pm to help your local wildlife hospital raise funds & supplies to care for injured and orphaned native wildlife in need this baby season! This event is free to attend and family friendly.
RSVP is not required but always appreciated!

Author Event: Dennis McGregor
2026-05-09 11:00 - 12:30 | Herringbone Bookstore, 422 SW 6th Street, Redmond, 97756
Herringbone Bookstore will host local author and illustrator Dennis McGregor on Saturday, May 9 from 11:00am–12:30pm at its Redmond location.
McGregor will present his newest release, You Stole My Name: Foods, the fourth installment in his beloved You Stole My Name series. His playful, beautifully illustrated books pair animals with unexpected objects in imaginative and clever ways that delight readers of all ages.
This free, family-friendly event offers the community an opportunity to meet a regional author and celebrate the joy of reading together.
📍 Herringbone Bookstore
422 SW 6th St., Redmond
🎟 Free & open to the public

Makers Night at Craft Kitchen and Brewery
2026-05-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 803 Southwest Industrial Way #202, bend, OR, 97702, United States
Makers Night is a crafty get-together for everyone! Come and make a craft! Step-by-step guidance is provided!

Introduction to Argentine Tango at Sons of Norway
2026-05-06 18:30 - 20:00 | Sons of Norway, 549 NW Harmon Blvd, Bend, 97701
Curious about Argentine Tango? Join Tango in Bend for our 6 week beginner series every Wednesday from April 1st -May 6th. Each week will focus on foundational elements that will help you build your skills and awareness to create a unique dance experience based on connection, musicality and expression. No Partner needed. For evening schedules and costs visit tangoinbend.com.
