Welcoming witches and costumes of all kinds, families, furry friends and various types of watercraft, the Bend Witches Paddle is a colorful Halloween spectacle on the Deschutes River. Remember to prioritize safety and bring life jackets to ensure a fun experience while supporting MountainStar Family Relief Nursery. Free
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease. There’s more to the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® than […]
Join us for our opening weekend of sauna season at Riverbend Park beginning September 27th! Traditional wood-fired sauna and natural river cold plunge plus connection with nature! We’ll be in residence at Riverbend Park all season long through May 2025. Join us for a wellness adventure to remember!
Art in the High Desert is a juried gathering of nationally acclaimed artists who are in Bend for just 3 days to share their stories and sell their artwork. Come! See! Enjoy! Buy! Art For Every Budget! August 23, 24, 25 — 2024 Friday — 5pm - 9pm Saturday — 10am - 6pm Sunday […]
Bristol Hospice is holding our 2nd Annual Butterfly Release event on Saturday, June 1st at Riverbend Park in Bend. Bristol Hospice began holding this ceremony in 2023 as an event for bereaved families to commemorate a loved one by releasing butterflies. The staff at Bristol Hospice wanted to create an uplifting ceremony for our patient’s […]
Step out of your comfort zone and join Central Oregon's Polar Plungetodive into the chilly waters of the Deschutes in support of Special Olympics Oregon athletes. Kick off the day with a heart-pumping race around the Old Mill District, followed by the plunge at Riverbend Park. Don't forget to bring cozy clothes for warming up […]
Join us for a transformative multi-day immersion in yoga and adventure, in a world-renowned outdoor mecca where yoga is a way of life. 4 Days 30+ Presenters 70+ Sessions 1 Transformative Experience! World-class presenters. Wellness sessions. Music. Social Events. And much more!
Ready to learn the life long sport of paddling? Then don’t miss Paddle Festival! Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe will hold the Spring Paddle Festival on Saturday, May 4, 2018. Join us from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. at Riverbend Park and demo dozens of kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and more. Tumalo Creek staff will be on […]
Spring is the perfect time to try kayaking, paddleboarding and canoeing. Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe hosts a weekend of intro clinics for those looking to grab a paddle and hit the water.
Brave the chilly water of the Deschutes River for a good cause. The Polar Plunge is an annual benefit for Special Olympics Oregon, where participants take part in an early morning dip into the river. $50 minimum. Riverbend Park.