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Bachata dance classes

Join Latin Dance Bend every Tuesday in October for Bachata! Whether you’re brand new or ready to build on your skills, come learn, dance, and connect with our Latin dance community. Tuesdays — October 6, 13, 20 & 27 Beginner Level  7:30–8:30 PM Intermediate Level  8:45–9:45 PM Foundation Health & Fitness 1105 SE Centennial St. Bend, OR 97702 $15 per person, per class All classes are drop-in — no registration required!Come for one class or join us every Tuesday. No partner needed — just s

Roger McGuinn

Jim McGuinn, later known as Roger, was already a veteran of the New York and Los Angeles music scene when he co-founded the group that would become the Byrds with Gene Clark and David Crosby in 1964.Roger McGuinn, prior to forming the Byrds, toured and performed folk musicwith the Limeliters, Chad Mitchell Trio and Bobby Darin as a guitarist and banjo player.McGuinn, a Chicago native, studied at the Old Town School of Folk Music and was active on Chicago’s folk scene, where he was strongly

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-2/2026-10-06/">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/2026-10-06/">Karaoke</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Polaroid Photo Pressed Flower Frame

Turn your favorite photo into a custom Polaroid keepsake!During class with Kailey Renae Design we’ll print your chosen image as a Polaroid, then you’ll create a one-of-a-kind glass frame to showcase it.Choose from a variety of frame shapes and sizes and personalize your piece with pressed flowers and other embellishments.With endless creative possibilities, you’ll leave with a meaningful piece of art that’s uniquely yours. All materials are provided… just bring your

Brew Your Own Kombucha with the Founder of Humm

Learn how to make kombucha with Michelle, one of the founders of Humm. You will receive everything you need everything you need to start making your own kombucha.The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/brew-your-own-kombucha-with-the-founder-of-humm/">Brew Your Own Kombucha with the Founder of Humm</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Felsina Tuscan Wine Tasting

Explore one of Tuscany’s historic estates renowned for its terroir-driven expressions of Sangiovese from Castelnuovo Berardenga in the southern Chianti Classico region. Reservations required & seating is limited.The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/felsina-tuscan-wine-tasting/">Felsina Tuscan Wine Tasting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

The Patch with a View

The Patch with a View runs September 26 – November 1 during our normal business hours:Monday–Saturday: 9 AM–5 PMSunday: 10 AM–3 PMBring the whole family out to The Patch with a view and enjoy our incredible view of the Cascades while you hunt for your perfect pumpkin! Enjoy your favorite fall activities with a hay maze and goats to visit! We’ll have carving pumpkins and a nice selection of specialty pumpkins too. Also find our in house made fall planters, mums, ornamental cabbage and kale

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

The Oregon Cascades: A Story Written in Ice with Geologist Nick Zentner

Beneath the peaks of the Oregon Cascades lies a story written in ice. Geologist Nick Zentner has been investigating whether the Oregon Cascades experienced multiple major glaciations over the past 150,000 years. He will discuss how geologists piece together clues from ancient landscapes to uncover the region’s hidden Ice Age history.The post The Oregon Cascades: A Story Written in Ice with Geologist Nick Zentner appeared first on Visit Bend.

Lets Paint Your Pet

Join Sarah from Lets Paint and learn to paint with acrylic. You will email your photograph to Sarah in advance and your canvas will be prepped ahead.The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/lets-paint-your-pet-4/">Lets Paint Your Pet</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Why Oregon households are projected to take the biggest energy cost hit in the country

Oregon households could pay an extra $9,300 for energy by 2040 due to federal policy changes, according to an Energy Innovation analysis. The report also projects higher gas prices, job losses and GDP declines for the state.

F-35A fighter jets are scheduled to arrive at Kingsley Field in Oregon in summer 2027

Air Force Secretary Troy Meink has signed a Record of Decision giving Kingsley Field Oregon Air Guard Base formal ...

Eight finalists announced for the 2026 Bend Venture Conference

Economic Development for Central Oregon announced eight finalist companies on Monday for the 2026 Bend Venture Conference.

$4 Pints ~ Monday Night Football

Fall, Football, Food Truck Deals, $4 Pints & Brewery Swag Giveaways. Every Monday we bring the enthusiasm. 6 Big Screen TVs and game sound ON! Also enjoy $4 Ciders and $1 off wine*check our website for brewery line-upThe post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/4-pints-monday-night-football/2026-10-05/">$4 Pints ~ Monday Night Football</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Saving Grace Giveback Day at Mountain Burger

20% of all sales that mention the Saving Grace fundraiser will be donated back ALL DAY from Mountain Burger! Come grab some delicious food and help support!The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/saving-grace-giveback-day-at-mountain-burger/">Saving Grace Giveback Day at Mountain Burger</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

The Patch with a View

Cascades Futurity and Aged Event

Peter Antoniou

From stunning the judges on America’s Got Talent to headlining in Las Vegas and selling out performances in West End, Peter Antoniou has become one of the world’s most captivating and entertaining mind readers. Blending razor-sharp British humor with astonishing psychological illusion, he creates an interactive live experience that is equal parts hilarious, mysterious, and impossible to forget.Known for revealing thoughts, predicting audience choices, and leaving crowds wondering “HOW did

Nekrogoblikon

VTP & 1988 Entertainment Presents:Nekrogoblikon with Rivers of Nihil and Cyborg OctopusSunday, October 4th 2026 Genre – Melodic Death Metal Doors @ 7PM – Show Starts @ 8PMPresale – $30 Day of – $40The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/nekrogoblikon/">Nekrogoblikon</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.