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Tea Tasting with Al

Discover the world of tea one sip at a time with our monthly Tea Tasting with Al experience. Each month, Al will showcase a new selection of teas, sharing the stories, flavors, origins, and unique qualities that make each cup special.Whether you’re a longtime tea enthusiast or just beginning your tea journey, this casual and welcoming tasting is the perfect way to expand your palate, learn something new, and find your next favorite tea.This monthly class is free to attend as our gift to the TEAL

Cascades Futurity and Aged Event

Where horse meets cow… and instinct takes over.The Cascades Futurity and Aged Event rides into Redmond September 1st through 13th at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center, Redmond, Oregon.Experience one of the West’s premier cutting horse competitions as elite Open, Non-Pro, Amateur, and Youth riders compete for over $680,000 in payouts and prizes. Cutting is one of the most exciting western equine sports, where horse and rider work together to separate a single cow from the herd

Karaoke

Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents:Karaoke in the PubTuesday Nights7 PM – Late 21+$3 OFF ALL DRINKS! Sing your heart out on our pub stage every Tuesday night!The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/karaoke-2/2026-09-01/">Karaoke</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Karaoke

Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents:Karaoke in the PubTuesday Nights7 PM – Late 21+$3 OFF ALL DRINKS! Sing your heart out on our pub stage every Tuesday night!The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/karaoke/2026-09-01/">Karaoke</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Bingo!

Have fun, win $$, and help out a local non profit. Cards $1 – $5The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/bingo/2026-09-01/">Bingo!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Cascades Futurity and Aged Event

Trivia!

Gather your team and join us for this friendly battle of the minds hosted by Useless Knowledge Bowl.Free to play & prizes to win! Check out our Mimosa menu!The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/trivia/2026-08-30/">Trivia!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Art in the High Desert

Our show is a natural addition to a community with active art galleries, monthly art walks, and a popular collection of public art. Designed and organized by a group of art show artists and local art advocates who know shows from both sides of the booth. Careful thought has been given to media categories, jurying, site, and artist amenities. We want artists and patrons to enjoy a high quality and professional art show and sale.The post Art in the High Desert appeared first on Visit Bend.

Harvest Festival at Schilling’s Garden Market

August 28–30, 2026 | Bend, OregonCelebrate the season at Schilling’s Garden Market during our Harvest Festival weekend!Join us for three days of live music, food, drinks, shopping, and plenty of reasons to gather with friends and family. Come enjoy the last stretch of summer and kick off harvest season with us at the garden market. Nursery-Wide Sale 50% off all live plants Live music Saturday & Sunday Sunset Silent Disco Friday night Food carts Coffee Drinks & bar Dogs welcomeThe post Ha

Sisters Farmers Market

Join us for Sisters Farmers Market, a vibrant community gathering in the heart of downtown Sisters. Featuring over 45 local vendors every Sunday, the market offers fresh, local produce, pasture-raised meats, eggs, baked goods, handmade goods, and specialty foods from our community of local farmers, food producers, and artisans. Join Sisters Farmers Market’s Power of Produce (POP) Club open to kids 14 and under for free, weekly educational activities plus $5 to spend on fruits and veggies a

Oregon Secretary of State Speaks in Bend Thursday

League of Women Voters Deschutes invites you to their First Thursday Speaker Series, Defending the Oregon Election Process, featuring Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Reed. The free public information ...

How did Oregon become one of the most expensive places to live?

Oregon used to be something of a bargain. The state was a rare find on the West Coast, a place where homes were cheap by national standards, household products like groceries were relatively ...

Slow Goat, Spina, and Elk Witch

Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents:Slow Goat, Spina, and Elk WitchSaturday, August 29th 2025Genre – Doom Metal Rock NightPresale – $15 Door – $20Doors @ 7PM – Show Starts @ 8PMThe post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/slow-goat-spina-and-elk-witch/">Slow Goat, Spina, and Elk Witch</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

The Dumb & Dirty Comedy Crew

BEND… **you’re up.** Salt Lake City’s **Dumb & Dirty Comedy Crew** has been packing out the Rickles Room at Wiseguys Comedy Club, and on **Saturday, August 29**, they’re bringing the whole damn operation to **The Capitol in Downtown Bend.**No open mic. No five-minute sets. No easing into it.Just a stacked lineup of club-tested comics bringing a fast, filthy, unpredictable comedy show straight from Salt Lake City.Featuring: Chad Benjamin Dario Cody Glen Carter Chuck FuryHosted by **Cole Robe

Comedy at Craft Kitchen

Comedy at Craft Kitchen and BreweryFollow @BitsNSkits for deals and future events!Join Bits N Skits Productions for another night of laughter and delicious food!Enjoy some of Craft’s tasty, made from scratch BBQ paired with a variety of brews and non-alcoholic options as well! “Our brisket is smoked fresh daily, no reheats. When it’s out, it’s out! Ingredient focused, we let you sauce the Q!” We hope to see you there!Craft Kitchen and BrewerySaturday, August 29th 7p

Battle of the Bands 2026

In support of the Ronald McDonald House of Bend. Year 3 — and we’re going BIG!Bend, it’s officially that time of year again.The amps are warming up, the stage is set, and the competition is about to get louder, prouder, and more meaningful than ever.This is Year 3 of Battle of the Bands — and we’re not just aiming to break records… we’re aiming to shatter them. What to ExpectThe most stacked lineup we’ve ever hadHigh energy performances from Bend’s rising starsA crowd that shows up with heartA n

Threads of Hope – Quilt & Antique Show

Join us in the vineyard as we will have several artists onsite selling exquisite quilts at the 1st Annual Threads of Hope Quilt show in the vineyard! .Cancer can bring overwhelming emotional and financial strain. Did you know that Crush Cancer events raises funds year-round to help local Central Oregon families with practical needs during treatment, including gas for vehicle transportation, food and lodging cards, childcare, and pharmaceuticals not covered by insurance. This is a fantastic cause

Yoga @ Elk Lake Resort

Join us for this 60-minute Vinyasa yoga class set against the serene backdrop of Elk Lake in Central Oregon. This inclusive all-levels practice invites everyone, from first-time yogis to seasoned practitioners, to experience the harmonious blend of movement, breath, and nature. Come as you are, and leave feeling rejuvenated and empowered!The post Yoga @ Elk Lake Resort appeared first on Visit Bend.