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Little Artists: Sunflower Painting

Join Miss Alyssa for a Creative Painting ExperienceDrop your kids off to explore their artistic side as we paint beautiful sunflowers using acrylic paint! This engaging session will guide them through the process of creating stunning sunflower artwork.What to ExpectStep-by-step instruction from Miss AlyssaAll materials provided, including acrylic paints and canvasesA relaxing and fun atmosphere for all skill levelsJoin Miss Alyssa as we paint beautiful sunflowers with acrylic paint!The post Litt

Perseids Meteor Shower Canoe Tours | Wanderlust Tours

Adventure: Join us on a high alpine lake for a night of celestial wonder! Far from any city lights, with the moon in a new phase and below the horizon, there will be minimal light pollution, allowing the Perseids meteor shower to truly shine!Naturalist Guided Experience:We will journey up to the high elevation lakes in the Cascade Mountains. As the last of the sun’s light disappears behind the mighty Cascades, we will push out into the water. Shortly after hitting the water, the Perseids will be

Let’s Paint Your Pet! Manzanita Winery

Join us at the Manzanita Winery for a fun paint night! Email your pet photo ahead of time and we will have your canvas prepared for you. This is a creative class open to all experience levels.The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/lets-paint-your-pet-manzanita-winery-2/">Let’s Paint Your Pet! Manzanita Winery</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

The Play that Goes Wrong

Meadow Sky Productions is so excited to present The Play That Goes Wrong to Central Oregon this summer! This fast-paced, genius, hilarious, slapstick comedy farce is a phenomenal show that offers enjoyment for all ages. We can’t wait to see you at the theater August 7th-16th! -David Purkey, DirectorWritten byJonathan Sayer, Henry Lewis, Henry Shields“Welcome to opening night of the Cornley University Drama Society’s newest production, The Murder at Haversham Manor, where things are q

Winnie-the-Pooh

With this classic, heartwarming production, BEAT joins audiences around the world in celebrating 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh, Christopher Robin, and all their beloved friends from the Hundred Acre Wood. Filled with friendship, adventure, imagination, and plenty of honey-filled fun, this charming youth production brings A.A. Milne’s timeless characters to life through the creativity, energy, and talent of young performers. Join us as Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, and friends embark on whimsical adventur

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/2026-08-16/">Trivia!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

THREADS N’ TUNES

Your Sunday plans are officially handled. Grab your friends and meet us at Threads N’ Tunes for an afternoon of vintage finds, good beats, coffee, cold beer, and community.Sunday, August 16 | 11AM–4PM DJ Timothy Bee spinning 11AM–3PM UPP Liquids — 550 SW Industrial WayCome shop, sip, hang out, and make a Sunday of it. The post THREADS N’ TUNES appeared first on Visit Bend.

Little Rollers

Little Rollers is a youth-focused biking event for children ages 3–9. It takes place on the Strider Course and the Little Pine chairlift and trail system, offering age-appropriate experiences that introduce young riders to mountain biking in a fun, safe, and welcoming environment. Registered riders will receive a custom YETI Tumbler, while supplies last.The post Little Rollers appeared first on Visit Bend.

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

1952 Classic 'Bend of the River', Starring James Stewart, Named One of the Greatest Westerns of All Time

A 1952 classic starring legendary actor James Stewart was named one of the greatest Western movies of all time.

Perseids Meteor Shower Canoe Tours | Wanderlust Tours

The Play that Goes Wrong

Live Music! Mustang County Boxing Jamboree

Enjoy a free live show by local indie folk band Mustang County Boxing Jamboree! We will be on our intimate back patio for this special performance. Come out to support local musicians! Located at 643 NW Colorado AvenueThe post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/live-music-mustang-county-boxing-jamboree/">Live Music! Mustang County Boxing Jamboree</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Perseids Meteor Shower Stargazing at Fort Rock | Wanderlust Tours

Adventure: Join us for a night of meteor shower magic in the Oregon Outback. Our Perseids Meteor Shower tour will take us to Fort Rock, an ancient volcanic tuff ring that rises out of the flatness of the high desert. Lying just on the edge of the Oregon Outback Dark Sky Sanctuary, there will be minimal light pollution, allowing the Perseids meteor shower to truly shine! The astronomical forecast for each night indicates we will have good visibility of the meteor shower during our time at Fort Ro

FivePine-Destinations Dinner Series

FivePine Destinations Dinner Series. We’ve partnered with local farms and ranches to bring you Central Oregon’s freshest ingredients, prepared by our in house chef and served creekside at the Elda Teresa Event Center. Each week of the series, you’ll journey through Lebanon, Italy, India and the Mediterranean while enjoying good company in a beautiful setting.Benefiting Seed To Table, this community event features ingredients and provisions sourced locally from Seed to Table, Mahonia Gardens and

Chef’s Dinner & Wine Pairing at Viaggio

Join us for a second dinner collaboration with Chef Adrien Calmels! Our first event was so well received that we’ve invited Adrien back to share his extraordinary culinary talents with a late-summer menu. Northwest flavors through a modern lens, perfectly paired with wines from Viaggio. Seating limited. Reservations at [email protected] post Chef’s Dinner & Wine Pairing at Viaggio appeared first on Visit Bend.

O.A.R. THREE DECADES TOUR

Three decades ago the members of O.A.R. (Of A Revolution), lead vocalist/guitarist Marc Roberge, drummer Chris Culos, guitarist Richard On, bassist Benj Gershman, and saxophonist/guitarist Jerry DePizzo, started something that would change the lives of music lovers forever.Theirs is a joyfully communal spirit that’s transcendent for both the artists and audience alike. An experience that has brought with it the ability to sell out legendary venues like Madison Square Garden on more than one occa

The Producers – Theater in the Park

Join us for the 2026 season of Theater in the Park as we present Mel Brooks’ The Producers! Don’t miss your chance to wine and dine al fresco, then be entertained by this hilarious comedy that tells the story of two scheming producers who try to stage the biggest flop in Broadway history and accidentally create a hit. Support the arts and enjoy this live performance with the Deschutes River as the backdrop!The post The Producers – Theater in the Park appeared first on Visit Ben

CHEF CALMELS COLLABORATION DINNER

Mark your calendars for our second dinner collaboration with Chef Adrien Calmels! Our first event was so well received that we’ve invited Adrien back to share his extraordinary culinary talents with a late-summer menu. Seating will be limited. Look for reservations to open in July or email us: [email protected] post CHEF CALMELS COLLABORATION DINNER appeared first on Visit Bend.