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Mother’s Day Weekend at Schilling’s Garden Market

Join us for a fun filled weekend! We will have hanging baskets galore and so much more!Saturday May 9th: Open 9am-5pmCoffee: Small Town Coffee Cocktails by Schilling’s: 10am-5pm (outside beverages are prohibited)Music: 3-5pm (Bring your own blanket or low seating concert chair) Jordan WolfFood: 10am-5pm Shark Mouth Fajitas , Crepes Du Jouir ‍ ‍Art Vendors: 10am-5pmSunday May 10th: Open 10am-5pmCoffee: Small Town Coffee‍ ‍Cocktails by Schilling’s: 10am-5pm (outside bev

Mother’s Day Brunch at Juniper Preserve

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 swe

Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Currents

Celebrate Mother’s Day at one of the best brunch buffets in Bend, Oregon at Currents at Riverhouse Lodge. Enjoy chef-crafted favorites, made-to-order omelets, decadent desserts, live music, and complimentary parking. Brunch served May 10 from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Reservations required on TOCK.The post Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Currents appeared first on Visit Bend.

ATRÉVETE NOCHE LATINA

DJ SOLO bringing nonstop Latin vibes Dance, drink, y rompe la pista toda la noche.Reggaetón, salsa, bachata & más This is not just a party… it’s a vibe.Grab your crew and hit the dance floor.Saturday, May 9th9PM-LATELos Andes Sports Bar & Cafe384 SW Upper Terrace Dr,Bend, OR 9770221+ | No CoverSponsored by: Vintage House 81 – Instagram: @Vintage_House81https://www.latindancebend.com/events.#LatinDanceBendThe post ATRÉVETE NOCHE LATINA appeared first on Visit Bend.

Bend vs Boise Comedy Showdown

Bend vs. Boise Comedy Showdown — Who Takes the Crown?Two cities. Four comics. One audience vote.You decide who wins.The Bend vs. Boise Comedy Showdown brings two of Bend’s hottest comics head-to-head with two rising challengers from Boise in a night of fast, fearless stand-up. Each performer delivers 15–20 minutes of their BEST material, and you help decide which city claims bragging rights.Come grab a drink, laugh with friends, support local comedy—and maybe watch someone lose spectacularly. An

Paula Poundstone

Iconic comedian Paula Poundstone is known for her smart, observational humor and a spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend. She regularly plays theaters across the country, hosts a weekly comedy podcast, Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone, and is a regular panelist on NPR’s Wait, Wait… Don’t Tell Me. She also voiced the character ‘Forgetter Paula’ in the feature films Inside Out and Inside Out 2.Paula has starred in several HBO specials, including Cats, Cops and Stuff, which nabbed a

Best Day Ever: Bend – Documentary Screening

Join the KBF and Oregon Adaptive Sports for a community screening of award-winning documentary Best Day Ever. The film follows adaptive athletes and trail builders creating a universally accessible mountain biking venue, and highlights the importance of recreation for all. Film starts at 7:15 followed by a Q&A.Kelly Brush Foundation and Oregon Adaptive Sports collaborate each year on a camp for adaptive athletes, allowing them to enjoy three days skiing, mountain biking, and other activities

Live at the Vineyard: Cover City

Get ready to dance, sing, and groove all night long with Cover City – a powerhouse band delivering high-energy, feel-good music that keeps the crowd moving! Known for their smooth style, tight harmonies, and killer grooves, Cover City transforms every show into a non-stop celebration.With three standout lead vocalists – James Baker (guitar/vocals), Jon Soliz (guitar/vocals), and Rob Fincham (bass/vocals) – Cover City brings unmatched vocal versatility and stage presence. Backed by the rock-solid

Homegrown Music Festival

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.The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/homegrown-music-festival/2026-05-09/">Homegrown Music Festival</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Bend Moonlight Market: Beltane

Bend Moonlight Market — Beltane Edition May 9th | 4–11PMFire, florals, and a little bit of chaos.Vendors. Food. Live music. Tattoos. Fire performance. Booze. And more magic than we can legally list.Free to attend.All ages welcome.The post Bend Moonlight Market: Beltane appeared first on Visit Bend.

Think Wild’s 6th Annual Wildlife Baby Shower

Join Think Wild at Oregon Spirit Distillers (740 NE 1st St, Bend, OR 97701) 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 appreciated.The post Think Wild’s 6th Annual Wildlife Baby Shower appeared first on Visit Bend.

The Secret Garden

BEAT Children’s Theatre presents “The Secret Garden,” adapted by Tim Kelly. This non-musical version of the literary classic you’ve loved for years, includes a special surprise — the set, which changes each time, features flowers hand-crafted by local Central Oregon artists!The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/the-secret-garden/2026-05-09/">The Secret Garden</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Treat Yo’ Mama

Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend in Bend with our 8th Annual Pre–Mother’s Day Extravaganza—a fun, community-focused event at River’s Place packed with shopping, live music, and wine tasting!Join us from 12pm–5pm for a vibrant local vendor market, featuring unique gifts, handmade goods, and perfect finds for Mom. Enjoy live music by Mark Creech from 2pm–4pm, setting the perfect laid-back, feel-good vibe. Then sip and savor during our FREE Rosé Wine Tasting from 3pm–5pm—a perfect way to toast to the

Paws & Pints in the Old Mill District

Hungry Hound is introducing its first-ever Paws & Pints, a new monthly event series in collaboration with Greg’s Grill in the Old Mill District. The event will take place on the event lawn adjacent to Greg’s’ Grill Patio.Held every second Saturday in the Old Mill District, Paws & Pints invites the community, furry friends included, to enjoy various pop-ups and vendors, with a special focus on adoptable rescue dogs looking for their forever homes. The event is designed to bring the dog-lo

High Tea for Horses

Speaking of shopping, Don’t miss out on Petals for Ponies’ flower baskets, Steep Tea House, Cares and Whoas, Wild Moon Jewelry, Firefly Fields Northwest, Tizah Lane Art and bandana bar, Trucker Hats by Amy, Suzi Bots Watercolors, Buckley Leather Goods, Tall Clover, Awakened Earth Essentials. And a fun fashion show featuring Dixies in Sisters and Cares and Whoas in Redmond! Sips and Sandwiches for lunch. Bring your mom for an early Mothers Day, your bestie or your family for an aftern

Open House at Hollinshead-Matson Homestead Museum

The Hollinshead-Matson Homestead Museum, located in Hollinshead Park, offers visitors a look back to life in Central Oregon in the 1940’s. Enjoy a free tour and learn about farming and life in Bend from Sharron Rosengarth, one of the Matson family children that grew up in the homestead house.The post Open House at Hollinshead-Matson Homestead Museum appeared first on Visit Bend.

Happy Girls Bend

Join hundreds of women in Bend, Oregon to celebrate fitness and camaraderie in this 5K, 10K and Half Marathon event. You’ll be well-supported as you cruise along the scenic course, then, let us spoil you at the post-race party with free beer and food and let’s not forget the fun swag and prizes. Don’t miss this one! Kids race too!The post Happy Girls Bend appeared first on Visit Bend.

Volunteer: Cave Clean Up with Wanderlust Tours

Join us in cleaning up some of Central Oregon’s stunning lava tube caves. Join us in picking up trash in and around the mouth’s of these wonderful caves. We will cap off our day of stewardship with a refreshing beverage in the high desert.** Registration is free but required!Full details can be found at our websiteThe post Volunteer: Cave Clean Up with Wanderlust Tours appeared first on Visit Bend.

Mother’s Day Weekend at Schilling’s Garden Market

Bend Beauty Expo | Bend & Redmond’s Largest Beauty Event

Welcome to the Bend Beauty Expo at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center! Join us for a full day of ALL THINGS BEAUTY! Snag swag, meet beauty experts, ask questions, participate in demos, and even get a wax or tattoo!One ticket – three events!Bend Health Fair, Bend Beauty Expo, and Bend Creators Market – All at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center! $5 at the door!Family Friendly • Easy and Free Parking • Food Trucks • Full Bar • Live DJ • Speakers & Presentations • Huge Raffle • Ama