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Five For Fighting with String Quartet
The only way for a story to progress is to turn the page.John Ondrasik— the songwriter and performer known as the platinum-selling, Grammy-nominated, Five For Fighting—knows this well. In the two decades since his first major single, “Superman (It’s Not Easy),” hit the stratosphere, the artist has both evolved and come back ‘round full circle. Creativity, if nothing else, is paradoxical.To date, Five For Fighting, has released six studio LPs, including the platinum certified America Town and The
Rights of Nature
The first Indigenous National Park Service Director and Cayuse and Walla Walla tribal citizen Chuck Sams will join LandWatch Executive Director Ben Gordon for a discussion on the Rights of Nature—a movement that redefines how we relate to land, water, and wildlife. Sams will share perspectives shaped by Indigenous law and conservation leadership, inviting us to recognize nature not as property, but as a relative.The post Rights of Nature appeared first on Visit Bend.
Spooky Wine & Paint Night
Join us on Friday Oct 17th, 6:00pm-8:00pm for a Spooky Wine and Paint night with Chalked Creative! Includes a glass of wine and all the painting supplies you’ll need to create a piece of spooky Halloween decor! We recommend making an earlier reservation if you’d like dinner before.$48 Gratuity not included.The post Spooky Wine & Paint Night appeared first on Visit Bend.
Live Music at Bar Rio
<p>Grab your favorite bites & sips, and listen to the music, curated by Migz Music.</p><p>Live music artists are featured every Thursday & Sunday, 6pm to 8pm, at Bar Rio in downtown Bend.</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/live-music-at-bar-rio/2025-10-30/">Live Music at Bar Rio</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Wine Workshop Series: Rogue Valley After Dark
“Wine Workshop Series” of Wine Educational classes with tastings.Step into a hauntingly immersive wine workshop where each pour reveals a chilling chapter of Rogue Valley lore. Guided by Del Rio Vineyards’ Mikayla Pope, you’ll sip estate-grown Syrah, Claret, Cabernet Sauvignon—plus a surprise pour—while uncovering a ghostly tale. Old-timey Western costumes are encouraged, with a prize for the best dressed.The post Wine Workshop Series: Rogue Valley After Dark appeared first on Visit
Beetlejuice JR
<p>This is a show about death. This show dives into the “whole being dead thing” with heart and humor. When teenager Lydia Deetz moves into a haunted house and meets the ghostly couple who once lived there—along with a mischievous demon named Beetlejuice—chaos ensues!</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/beetlejuice-jr/2025-10-30/">Beetlejuice JR</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Sit spot: A mini forest bathing experience
This 1-hour forest bathing experience is a safe space to get grounded and to find solace and belonging in the comfort of nature. This practice includes a guided sensory meditation, a nature connection invitation to reduce stress and anxiety, and a closing community circle with an opportunity to share what we each noticed in our unique experience.Forest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which translates to “forest bath” and just means to take in the atmosphere of the f
Dance Through the Decades at Father Luke’s Room
Get ready for a night of nostalgia just days before Halloween! Join local cover band The Throwbacks as they play you the best hits and deep cuts from the ’60s, ’70s, ’80s and beyond. Costumes are highly encouraged – so come dressed in your best decade-inspired look or as your favorite rock star, and be ready to dance through the decades!The post Dance Through the Decades at Father Luke’s Room appeared first on Visit Bend.
Day of The Dead Paint & Sip
<p>Join us for a vibrant night of painting, sipping, and honoring Día de los Muertos.</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/day-of-the-dead-paint-sip/">Day of The Dead Paint & Sip</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Queer in Nature: Community Sit Spot & Meditation
Find solace in nature and recharge, rest, and reconnect with fellow queer folx. In these turbulent times, we desperately need community practices and rituals that nourish our bodies, minds, hearts, and souls. This mini forest bathing experience includes a guided sensory meditation, a nature connection invitation to reduce stress and anxiety, and a community circle for sharing and listening in a non-judgmental space.Forest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which transl
Live Music at Bar Rio
<p>Grab your favorite bites & sips, and listen to the music, curated by Migz Music.</p><p>Live music artists are featured every Thursday & Sunday, 6pm to 8pm, at Bar Rio in downtown Bend.</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/live-music-at-bar-rio/2025-10-26/">Live Music at Bar Rio</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Light Up Halloween — Illuminemos Halloween
Come light up Halloween with us at Bend Naz! Here’s what you can expect:Trunk or TreatingBounce HousesFood Trucks (CURBBQ)Free Hot ChocolateFree PopcornPhoto BoothLive Reggae BandGamesand MORE!PLUS we’ll be raffling off prizes! So bring the family, invite some friends, and let’s Light Up Halloween together!—————————————¡Ven a iluminar Halloween con nosotros en Bend Naz! Esto es lo que puede esperar:Tronco o Tratamiento
Trunk or Treat & Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Come trick-or-treating from car to car, grab some hot cider and enjoy other festive activities! And, if you’re up for the challenge, see if you can find all of the halloween items hidden around our grounds (with some extra new challenges this year!). Costumes encouraged, invite a friend! Hope to see you then!The post Trunk or Treat & Halloween Scavenger Hunt appeared first on Visit Bend.
Introduction to Wine Tasting Experience: Glassware Exploration
Join us for an ambassador guided tasting experience where you will sample a curated selection of 4 wines in a Pinot Noir, Bordeaux, Flute and White Wine glass.During your flight you will learn and experience how different glassware affects the way wine presents and why.Ticket costs include your 4 wine flight, tasting matts and a $30 wine credit to use the day of the event towards a two bottle purchase.The post Introduction to Wine Tasting Experience: Glassware Exploration appeared first on Visit
Beats & Bites Brunch: Samantha Hart
Samantha Hart is a singer-songwriter from Connecticut who brings her chill, acoustic coffeehouse style to Bend, Oregon. With over eight years of live performance experience, she delivers a soulful mix of covers spanning multiple genres alongside her heartfelt originals. Her single “You Exist” is available on all streaming platforms and showcases her authentic storytelling voice. Don’t miss Samantha live at Currents at Riverhouse Lodge on October 26, 2025, for an afternoon of intimate acoustic mu
Fox & Bones, Fern Spores & Justin Farren
Scott Gilmore and Sarah Vitort are Fox and Bones—energetic offbeat folksters with a retro-tinged, soul-stirring, modern vintage bent. The indomitable duo has brought their optimistic Americana polish to international stages shared with the likes of Rayland Baxter, The Dead South, ZZ Ward, Fantastic Cat and ALO among others.Fox and Bones’ fourth album titled “Long Time Honey” is a collaboration with esteemed songwriter Greg Holden and was awarded Best Folk/Americana Album of 2024 by the PNW
Cat Breed Bingo
<p>Join us for Cat Breed Bingo at Playful Paws! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of bingo, cat cuddles, and prizes. Perfect for all cat lovers (ages 8+)! $25 includes multiple bingo rounds and cat room time. Space is limited—reserve your spot today for a meow-tastic night of fun!</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/cat-breed-bingo/2025-10-25/">Cat Breed Bingo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Introduction to Wine Tasting Experience
Join us for an educational and thoughtfully curated wine seminar designed to refine your tasting skills. This guided experience will explore the fundamental components of wine, featuring four distinct wine selections—each chosen to highlight a specific element of professional wine tasting.The event includes a five-pour flight, bread to cleanse the palate, and a $40 wine credit toward the purchase of two or more bottles on the day of the event. Ideal for enthusiasts looking to deepen their apprec
The Open Arts Center & Board House Society Present: Spooky Carnival!
Board House Open Skate, Mini Comps & Costume Skate | Lava City Cirque Aerial silks & circus magic | High Desert Fire Artists Fire spinning | Live music by Teen band Hella Shy + DJs & dancing | Costume-making, crafts & face painting Carnival games, photo booth & scary stories | Tarot readingsThe post The Open Arts Center & Board House Society Present: Spooky Carnival! appeared first on Visit Bend.
Happy Girls Sisters
Need a little nature therapy and some time away? Enjoy some bonding time with women of all ages and levels in the appropriately-named town of Sisters, Oregon. Choose between the all-women’s trail half marathon featuring single-track in the Deschutes National Forest (on the Peterson Ridge Trail system) with some pretty stellar views or take part in the 5K and 10K road race that winds through scenic downtown Sisters. All races cross the same finish line, welcoming all to enjoy the beautiful FivePi