Homegrown Music Festival
2026-05-09 18:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-08 18:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-07 18:00 - 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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!
🌼 + 🔥

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!

Thrown Together Dinner Party
2026-05-03 17:30 - 20:00 | The Winery at Manzanita – Bend, 550 SW Industrial Way #194, Bend, OR 97702, Bend, 97702
Join us for Thrown Together II, our second handmade dinner party in collaboration with The Winery at Manzanita, Boundless Farmstead, and Chef Eva Berg.
Each dinner party consists of a 4 course meal highlighting locally grown ingredients, served on 4 piece custom place settings created by Mud Lake members. Each unique setting will be chosen by you, the guests, and yours to take home, washed, dried, and wrapped, at the end of the night. Your place setting will consist of one large plate, one smaller plate, a bowl, and a drinking vessel, all carefully designed by a local potter and made to last. Guests will have a half hour upon arrival to admire all of the set options and chat with artists before making their selection and finding their seats.
Find the menu and more information on our website, mudlakestudios.com.

Pedal for the Planet
2026-05-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Farewell Bend Park, 1000 SW Reed Market Rd, Bend, 97702
Get ready to roll for a greener future! 350 Deschutes is excited to introduce Pedal for the Planet, our brand-new community bike ride and fundraiser happening Saturday, May 2, 2026. Join us in Bend as we hit the trails of beautiful Central Oregon to celebrate the outdoors, connect with neighbors, and support local climate action.
This fun community bike ride features a paved 12-mile loop starting and ending at Farewell Bend Park, traveling along the scenic Haul Road Trail and Rim Rock Trail to the Cascade Lakes Welcome Station and back. For families with little ones, the shorter Logger Loop (1.33 miles) offers a relaxed, family-friendly option—perfect for walking or riding together. Registration is open for both individuals and families, and bike rentals will be available, so everyone can join in!
This ride is more than just a day of cycling—it’s a movement for change. Every mile you pedal helps fund 350 Deschutes’ ongoing climate work, from advocating for clean energy to building a more sustainable Central Oregon. So grab your bike, bring your friends, and be part of the very first Pedal for the Planet. Let’s make this a tradition that keeps our community active, inspired, and committed to protecting the spaces we love.

Downtown Bend's First Friday Art Walk
2026-05-01 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-03 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

Moonlight Dinner Series
2026-05-01 16:00 - 20:00 | Mt. Bachelor, 13000 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join us for an unforgettable fusion of high-altitude adventure and refined Cascadian cuisine. The Moonlight Dinner Series at Pine Marten Lodge offers a rare opportunity to experience Mt. Bachelor after dark, suspended between the stars and the snow.
Learn more here

Event Address: Mt. Bachelor, 13000 SW Century Drive, Bend
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

First Friday Oyster Night at Viaggio Wine Merchant
2026-05-01 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….

Old Mill District's First Friday Art Walk
2026-05-01 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.

The Foraged Dinner Presented by Wild Rye
2026-04-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Wild Rye, Brasada Ranch, 16976 SW Brasada Ranch Rd, Powell Butte, OR, 97753, United States
Join us for the grand return of The Foraged Dinner!
Chef and forager Karl Holl has curated a four-course menu focused on the season’s mushrooms, paired with wines from Walter Scott and accompanied by live music form Coyote Rider.
It’s an evening designed to be both grounding and celebratory –good food, thoughtful wine and a table set for friends, neighbors and anyone who enjoys a good meal.
Make your reservations here.

OSU-Cascades Tours for Community Groups
2026-04-24 10:00 - 11:30
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
2026-04-24 | 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

Create Your Own Ritual Sprays With Essential Oils
2026-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Pine and Prism, 856 NW Bond St Suite 202, Bend, 97701
Blend three intentional ritual sprays with essential oils for energetic renewal, tranquility, and joy in this mindful crafting experience.
Hosted by Emily Miller, Art Oracle and Natalia Martin, Align45, This workshop is part of The Spiritual Crafting Series, a collection of creative gatherings designed to explore mindful making through a spiritual lens.
You’ll be guided through the energetic and aromatic qualities of essential oils, learning how scent can influence mood, awareness, and intention.
Guests will create three different ritual sprays, each designed to support a specific energetic intention:
• Energetic Cleansing — for clearing stagnant energy and refreshing your space
• Rest & Tranquility — to promote calm, relaxation, and deeper rest
• Joy & Upliftment — for lightness, positivity, and emotional brightness
All materials are included, and each participant will leave with three handcrafted ritual sprays and the knowledge to continue exploring the connection between scent, energy, and intention.
This workshop is designed to be relaxing, creative, and experiential, offering a space to slow down, connect inward, and enjoy crafting something meaningful in community.
*Space is intentionally limited for connection and mindful creation. For all information see
Find out more: https://linktr.ee/Align45.

OSU-Cascades Science Pub: Why Rivers Run Dry
2026-04-21 17:30 - 19:00 | OSU – Cascades Campus – Edward J. Ray Hall, 1500 SW Chandler Ave, Bend, OR, 97702
Join hydrologist and researcher Skuyler Herzog for an insightful exploration of the science and philosophy behind river restoration across Central Oregon’s diverse watersheds. Drawing on research from Whychus Creek, the Upper Crooked River, and Thirtymile Creek, this talk will reveal how restoration impacts water flow, quality, and fish habitat. Beyond the data, Dr. Herzog invites us to consider deeper questions: What defines a successful restoration? What happens when our visions for recovery differ? And how can we find common ground in caring for our rivers?

LET’S GLOW CRAZY! Dad Bods 80's Cover Band Neon Party!
2026-04-18 19:00 - 22:00 | McMenamins, 700 NW Bond St.
Bend’s own Dad Bods are lighting up the Father Luke’s Room at McMenamins on April 18 with “Let’s Glow Crazy!”, a high-energy, all-ages 80’s neon glow party that turns a live concert into a fully interactive glow experience.
Known as Bend’s favorite “80’s Party Band,” the Dad Bods deliver a hit-packed night of iconic rock anthems, sing-alongs, and nonstop dancing, all under blacklights that transform the entire room into a neon dream!
WHAT TO EXPECT:
• Neon Glow Party – Black-lights
• “Glow Up” Station – Grab your neon glasses, bracelets, glow sticks, body paint, tape & other accessories so everyone can shine plus more giveaways. ✨
• Three Hour Show – The biggest 80’s hits with a few favorites from other decades thrown in!
• Contests – Best Aqua Net Hair, Best Air Guitar + More! Prizes include Dad Bods swag!
Whether you come fully decked out or build your look when you arrive, you’ll fit right in so grab tickets for the whole family, break out the neon, and LET’S GLOW CRAZY!

The Great Promsby Boys & Girls Clubs Fundraiser
2026-04-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Boys and Girls Clubs of Bend’s historic gym space, 500 NW Wall St, Bend, 97703, United States
We are excited to invite you to our fourth annual Throwback Prom! This year’s theme takes us all the way back to the roaring 20s with The Great Promsby. Dress up, grab a giggle juice, visit the speakeasy, and dance the night away all for a good cause in support of BGCB and Central Oregon Youth. Last year’s event raised more than $30,000 and with your help we hope to raise even more! Tickets are on sale now 1 for $50, or 2 for $80! So, pull out your spiffiest outfits, we promise it’ll be the bee’s knees! Tickets are on sale now, 1 for $50, or 2 for $80! Pull out your spiffiest outfits, we promise it’ll be the bee’s knees. Get yours here!
For all information visit the Boys and Girls Club Event page.

Poetry Night at Lone Pine
2026-04-18 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.

Bend Salmon Run
2026-04-18 09:00 - 17:00 | Riverbend Park, 799 SW Columbia Street, Bend, 97702
Kick off the 2026 race season with this exciting Oregon tradition. Drawing inspiration from the iconic salmon of the Pacific Northwest, we welcome you to join hundreds of runners on their own journeys along the beautiful Deschutes River courses. With three distances: 5K, 10K and half marathon, we are prioritizing accessibility for all runners with affordable registration fees and early bird pricing for even deeper discounts. The perfect month for racing, April boasts cool temperatures in Central Oregon and bluebird sunny skies! Register to run here.
Race Day Packet Pick-Up at Footzone, Downtown Bend

Imani Winds x Andy Akiho at Tower Theatre
2026-04-12 19:30 - 21:00 | Tower Theatre
OSU-Cascades and PRAx present “BeLoud, BeLoved, BeLonging,” a powerful collaboration by Pulitzer Prize-winning percussionist Andy Akiho and Grammy-nominated wind quintet Imani Winds. This bold, genre-defying and Grammy-nominated performance blends percussion and wind arrangements in a bold exploration of justice and art.

Bend International School One World Gala Fundraiser
2026-04-11 18:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon, 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend, 97702
This is a world’s fair style event! An evening dedicated to celebrating our students and the global spirit of the Bend International School. Experience international cuisine, live global music, student performances and exhibits across nine countries. Food and beverage is provided by Bleu Bite Catering. Come in your creative cocktail attire to join us on this spectacular journey!

Studio Tour: Pam Houston joins Native Writers-in-Residence at PMRCAA
2026-04-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Pine Meadow Center for Arts and Agriculture, 68467 Three Creeks Rd, Sisters, 97759
Acclaimed nonfiction writer, Pam Houston, is coming to Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts and Agriculture in Sisters to engage with a group of accomplished Native American writers-in-residence. Together, they will be sharing highlights of their time at The Ranch on Saturday, April 11 from 4-6 p.m. The community is invited to attend the Studio Tour but pre-registration is required and space is limited.

The Maestro at the Piano
2026-04-11 15:00 - 16:30 | Sunriver Christian Fellowship, 18139 Cottonwood Rd., Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Hailed for the breadth of his work on the podium and at the piano, Maestro Brett Mitchell has carved a unique path for himself in the world of contemporary American classical music. Sunriver Music Festival’s Artistic Director & Conductor Brett Mitchell will present an exclusive solo piano recital featuring his own arrangements for film.
VIP ticketed guests are welcomed to an intimate post-concert reception offering wine, light fare and unhurried conversation with the maestro in an informal setting. There are only 40 exclusive VIP tickets available.

We Are Home Film Festival
2026-04-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Madras Performing Arts Center, 412 Buff Street, Madras, 97741, United States
Our 4th annual We Are Home Film Festival is coming up!
This one-night event at the Madras Performing Arts Center is FREE and open to the public! Reserve your seats now on our website.
We are so excited to share 5 beautiful short films centered on this year’s theme: “Celebrating stories from Native and Indigenous communities”.
This event is in conjunction with COCC’s Season of Nonviolence and is the season closing event!

Snake Run Rally
2026-04-05 09:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-04 09:00 - 21:00 | Hoodoo Ski Area
Snake Run Rally is a grassroots banked slalom snowboard event. This hand dug course offers an opportunity for snowboards to have fun racing and ripping with some of the best northwest riders around. For registration details click here.

90's Rock Night at The Volcanic Theatre
2026-04-03 19:00 | Volcanic Theatre Pub, 70 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Get ready to travel back in time to an iconic era of music featuring two of Bend’s premier 90’s bands, Chained to Stone and Trapper Keepers!
Visit our website to grab your tickets now.
