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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
Trivia!
<p>Gather your team and join us for this friendly battle of the minds hosted by Useless Knowledge Bowl.</p><p>Free to play & prizes to win! Check out our Mimosa menu!</p><p>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>.</p>
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
Slow Goat, Spina, and Elk Witch
<p>Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents:</p><p>Slow Goat, Spina, and Elk Witch</p><p>Saturday, August 29th 2025</p><p>Genre – Doom Metal Rock Night</p><p>Presale – $15 Door – $20</p><p>Doors @ 7PM – Show Starts @ 8PM</p><p>The 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>.</p>
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.
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.
2026 Sunriver Saturday Market
<p>The fourth annual Sunriver Saturday Market celebrates local entrepreneurs who handcraft items ranging from candles to coffee mugs, create stunning artwork and grow or make food items.</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/2026-sunriver-saturday-market/2026-08-29/">2026 Sunriver Saturday Market</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
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
Accessible Crater Lake Tour with Wanderlust Tours & AdvenChair
The Crater Lake Tour is a part of our AdvenTours accessible tour series with AdvenChair. While the tour is open to those with mobility needs, it is also open to the public and is a unique opportunity to explore an area where we do not typically guide!ABOUTAdventure: Wanderlust Tours is excited to bring more access to the outdoors by partnering with AdvenChair to help those with mobility challenges get into the outdoors and explore beautiful areas that initially may not seem accessible. With the
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 8p
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Star Monster
<p>Volcanic Theater & 1988 Entertainment:</p><p>Star Monster<br />Friday, August 28th 2026<br />Genre – Electronic<br />Doors @ 8PM<br />This show is 21+</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/star-monster/">Star Monster</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
The Little Lebowski Underachievers Trivia Night
Come out for a fun night of not-so-competitive trivia for The Big Lebowski Underachievers trivia night at Oregon Spirits Distillery. If you’re a pacifist, it’s ok, we won’t let others go over the line. And if you’re not that smart, like getting an F in social studies, it’s ok. We need Little Urban Underachievers.Will there be a beverage here, man? Of course. Oregon Spirits Distillers will be using their locally distilled vodka to craft up your favorite themed drink,