Bend Magazine

Snake Run Rally
2026-04-03 09:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-04 09:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-05 09:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

Party in the Peace Park presented by Mountain Dew
2026-04-03 11:00 - 16:00 | Mt. Bachelor, 13000 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Professional snowboarder Danny Davis will return to Mt. Bachelor this Spring for this season’s Party in the Peace Park, presented by Mountain Dew, on April 3. From 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Danny will be handing out $3,000 CASH in Peace Park. Hang with Danny, shred with your friends and grab complimentary Mountain Dew. On top of all the cash, prizes from Skullcandy, Mountain Dew, and WW Peace Park will be handed out for tricks.
The Party doesn’t stop there! Once you are done sessioning the park, join us from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on the West Village Deck for live music, food, and drinks!

Old Mill District's First Friday Art Walk
2026-04-03 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.

"Connections"—3 Artists Paint in the Cascades
2026-04-03 15:00 - 19:00 | Tumalo Art Co., 450 SW Powerhouse Dr. #407, Bend, 97702
Tracy Leagjeld, Sarah B. Hansen and Susan Luckey Higdon open a shared exhibit, “Connections”, at Tumalo Art Co., April 3, from 3-7pm during the Old Mill District First Friday Gallery Walk.
The three friends have been painting together en plein air since 2019 in the Central Oregon Cascades. Each fall, they gather for the annual trip, camping for several nights, spending their days painting on site, immersed in the landscape. At the heart of their tradition is connection—to one another, to the creative process, and to nature herself. Returning home, each artist carries fresh inspiration and a renewed sense of purpose into the studio, completing more deeply felt works that reflect the shared experience and the landscape that shaped it. Plein air paintings, made within speaking distance of each other, will be shown along with larger studio pieces.
Tumalo Art Co. is an artist-run gallery in the heart of the Old Mill District open seven days a week. For more information check tumaloartco.com or call 541-385-9144.

First Friday Oyster Night at Viaggio Wine Merchant
2026-04-03 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….

Moonlight Dinner Series
2026-04-03 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

Downtown Bend's First Friday Art Walk
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

Youth Art Takeover During First Friday
2026-04-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, United States
There’s something really special about this one…
It’s one of our favorite nights of the year—Youth Art Takeover is back this Friday for First Friday!
Join us from 5–8pm in Downtown Bend as local students take over businesses with incredible art, music, and creativity.
Wander, explore, and support the next generation of artists in our community.
Just look for the balloons outside participating businesses—they’ll lead you to something inspiring ♥️
Awards ceremony at 6:30pm in the Commons Cafe Courtyard.

Whiskey and Fire Fridays at Currents at the Riverhouse
2026-04-03 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.

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.

Anniversary Celebration at The Pantry
2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | The Pantry Bend, 1124 NW Newport Ave, Bend, 97703, United States
Head over to The Pantry on April 4th for their anniversary celebration and first merch drop! There will be live music from Get up n Groove and 10% off all drinks until 12 p.m. Its a space to move, meet new people and feel part of something positive. Start your day off with great energy and meaningful connection!

Easter Event at Ember's Bunny Rescue
2026-04-04 10:00 - 17:00 | Ember’s Bunny Rescue, 2584 SW 58th St, Redmond, 97756
The best family Easter Event in Central Oregon is happening Saturday April 4th, from 10am- 5pm! Private easter egg hunts, face painting with Gypsy Rose Facepaints, family photo ops and professional photographer available, beverages and snacks from Pony Expresso Coffee Truck, craft and activity tables, meet the rescue bunnies, feed the goats and pigs, easter basket raffles, and more! Admission is $10 per family, or reserve your private egg hunt by clicking here and admission is waived. All proceeds go to support the animals of Ember’s Bunny Rescue!

Easter Egg Hunt at Sisters Creekside Campground
2026-04-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Sisters Creekside Campground, 504 S Locust St, Sisters, 97702
Kids will have the chance to WIN A BIKE at our Easter Eggstravaganza!
Bring the family and enjoy:Egg HuntGamesFoodMusicIce Cream

Chablis-Easter Celebration at Viaggio Wine Merchant
2026-04-04 12:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-05 14:00 - 20:00 | Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Ste 160, Bend, 97702
Viaggio’s version of the best Easter Celebration: Chablis & Champagne flights, $7 Mimosas, and a slate of European-style light bites. All day Saturday and Sunday, no reservations needed. The most relaxing and delicious way to celebrate the holiday weekend…it’s Chablis-Easter! (Say it fast and you’ll get it.)

Contemporary Landscape Painting Series
2026-04-04 13:00 - 16:00 | The Open Arts Center, 999 NE 2nd. St., Bend, 97701
This class will focus on landscape painting with an emphasis on expressive interpretation and rendering. A brief survey of landscape painting with particular attention on contemporary approaches, techniques, materials, content, meaning and form will be introduced. The class will meet 3 times for 3 hours per class. All skill levels are welcomed.
http://www.williamlepore.com/

Easter Brunch at ROAM
2026-04-05 07:00 - 12:00 | Roam, Oxford Hotel, 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, 97701
Celebrate Easter with ROAM! From our House Smoked Salmon Benedict to our famous Elk Morning Hash, each dish is made with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients that celebrate the flavors of the seasons.

Easter Grand Buffet
2026-04-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Bend Oregon, Bend, 97703, United States
Join Riverhouse Lodge for an Easter Brunch Grand Buffet at the Riverhouse Convention Center offering timeless traditions and modern culinary delights. Enjoy live music from local band Abluestics, scenic Easter egg hunts, and along with a dedicated kids’ activity area for fun of all kinds. Capture special moments with a visit from the Easter Bunny, perfect for photos and lasting memories, and elevate your brunch experience with a DIY Mimosa and Bloody Mary Bar featuring premium ingredients available for purchase. Gather your friends and family to take advantage of a special group offer of 10% off when you purchase six or more tickets and don’t miss this unforgettable Easter celebration filled with great food, entertainment, and cherished moments.

Easter Dining at Currents
2026-04-05 10:00 - 21:00 | Bend Oregon, Bend, 97703, United States
Celebrate Easter all day at Currents at the Riverhouse! Start with a special brunch featuring seasonal delights, then enjoy a chef-curated dinner with festive flavors, all with stunning Deschutes River views. There will be live music from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. by local artists to accompany the holiday celebration. Also available are Currents latest Brunch Cocktail creations including a Mimosa Bar and Bloody Mary with beer back.

Redmond Journaling Club at SCP Hotel
2026-04-05 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-07 10:30 - 11:30 | SCP Redmond Hotel, 521 SW 6th St Suite 100, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States
We are an inclusive group of writers who use journaling to create community. Grab a coffee, tea, and pastry from the cafe and join us for 30 minutes of silent writing on an optional topic and 30 minutes of thoughtful connecting. We meet at the SCP Hotel in the Wayfarer Club on Sundays and Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join us for both times or just one. (You do not need to see yourself as a “Writer.” We are people who enjoy reflecting, recording special memories and processing our lives.)

Thrift Pop-ups at UPP Liquids
2026-04-05 11:00 - 16:00 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, United States
Get ready to dig through racks of curated thrift and vintage pieces that bring character, style, and serious personality. Sustainable fashion never looked this good.
Sounds by DJ Timothy Bee (12-3pm) Good vibes, good music, great finds.

Boots and Brews at Worthy Brewing
2026-04-07 18:30 - 20:30 | Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Drive Bend, OR 97701, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
FREE country dance lessons. Being a cowboy (or at least dressing like one) is cool again! We’re bringing you line dancing lessons, country partner dancing instruction, and plenty of open dance floor time so you can show off your moves (or just have a blast trying something new). This event is perfect for beginners and anyone who just wants to experience something new with fun people and good beer.
What’s Happening:Country Line Dancing LessonsCountry Swing (partner dance) BasicsOpen Dance Floor after the lessonsDelicious Local Brews On Tap

Introduction to Argentine Tango at Sons of Norway
2026-04-08 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.

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!

FOLKTALES Screening at Tin Pan Theater
2026-04-10 07:00 - 21:30, 2026-04-10 16:00 - 18:30 | Tin Pan Theater, 869 Northwest Tin Pan Alley, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
A one-night special event. Director Rachel Grady will be in attendance at Tin Pan Theater for two post-screening live Q&As for FOLKTALES, a Bend Film Fest alum!
Two showtimes are available, one at 4 p.m. and another at 7 p.m. Get your tickets now at tinpantheater.com.

Teen Listening Session With Camp Fire Central Oregon—All Teens Get a $25 Gift Card to Participate!
2026-04-10 17:00 - 18:30 | The Open Arts Center, 999 NE 2nd. St., Bend, 97701
Money talks, and teen opinions matter! All Central Oregon teens are invited to join Camp Fire for a listening session—come share your voice about the future of our teen programs, and get a $25 gift card donated by Camp Fire National! This meeting is an opportunity to talk about creating a low-pressure way for teens to connect, serve, and grow within the context of their community and lives! Meet with others who care about building community and friendship, volunteering, and learning about career opportunities. The goal of this meeting is to help design a teen program that actually reflects what teens want. Light snacks provided. Register at campfireco.org/teenconnects!
