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First Friday at Layor Gallery: Explorations

<p>Join Layor Gallery for First Friday and explore Explorations, featuring new work by Lacey Champagne, Mollie Jurgenson, Miguel Edwards, Jeff &amp; Heather Thompson, and Erik Hoogen. Free and open to the public.</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/first-friday-at-layor-gallery-explorations/">First Friday at Layor Gallery: Explorations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>

First Fridays at Pine & Prism

The Liminal Library opens its doors at Pine&amp;Prism each First Friday in downtown Bend — a gathering place for the curious, the creative, and the energetically attuned. From Tarot readings and Aura photography to local artisans and craft mocktails, each month brings something new. Come curious and ready to explore! Free to attend, just stop in.The post First Fridays at Pine &amp; Prism appeared first on Visit Bend.

First Friday Oyster Night at Viaggio Wine Merchant

Viaggio Wine Merchant’s monthly celebration of super-fresh oysters from Washington’s Hama Hama Oyster Company accompanied by an incredible roster of perfectly paired wines, Champagne, craft beer, and European-style small plates and nibbles. Come early for the best seats and selection and find out why this party is the talk of the town each month! Shucking starts at 3pm till they’re gone. Bend’s best move for First Friday….The post First Friday Oyster Night at Viaggio Wine Merchant appeared first

MX13 Arenacross Redmond, OR Aug 7 & 8, 2026

Central Oregon its time! MX13 Arenacross &amp; X-Games Freestyle is coming to Redmond Oregon. Bring your family and friends, Redmond Summer Arenacross is back at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds PRO CALIBER OUTDOOR Arena. Coming Friday and Saturday nights, Aug 7 and Aug 8th.Bar Banging Chain Clanking Racing Action to the Deschutes County Fairgrounds. X-Games Gold Medalist Freestyle will be performing, 40’ in the air, mind blowing upside down aerials (tricks)?Practice at 12-2pm, Qualifying 3-5pm,

Sunriver Art Fair

Sunriver Art Fair: August 7 &#8211; 9, 2026. Sunriver, OR. Ranked as one of the best smalltown art fairs in the country, the Sunriver Art Fair features 90 booths of fine arts and craft, set amidst the boutiques, cafes and children’s attractions at the Village at Sunriver. Thousands of one-of-a-kind works of art – including ceramics, glass, jewelry, painting, photography, sculpture, textiles, woodworking, drawing and mixed media – attract art lovers and collectors with a range of tastes and budge

Jerry’s Middle Finger

Three decades after the loss of Jerry Garcia, a close-knit band of musicians are carrying the torch for his distinctive blend of soul, guitar, and eclectic American music. Jerry&#8217;s Middle Finger do more than celebrate the Jerry Garcia Band&#8217;s catalog; they also broadcast it to a new generation, upholding Garcia&#8217;s dedication to camaraderie and community-building by creating their own family-like experience onstage. Double albums like Live at the Chapel San Francisco, May 30th, 202

Anthony Gomes

<p>Volcanic Theatre Pub and 1988 Entertainment Presents:</p><p>Anthony Gomes &#8211; &#8220;Praise The Loud&#8221; 2026 World Tour</p><p>Thursday, August 6th 2026</p><p>This show is seated.</p><p>Doors @ 7PM &#8211; Show Starts @ 8PM</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/anthony-gomes/">Anthony Gomes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>

Exhale & Empty: A Breathwork Release

Join us for an evening of conscious connected breathing, a powerful breathwork practice to release tension, shift stuck energy, and reconnect with yourself. No experience needed. Come as you are; all bodies, backgrounds, and breath levels are welcome. Just bring an open mind and comfortable clothes.The post Exhale &amp; Empty: A Breathwork Release appeared first on Visit Bend.

The Other Half of Passion: An evening with Jarrod Allen

Everyone talks about following your passion. Nobody prepares you for everythingthat comes after.Jarrod Allen spent his early years on a BMX bike and the rest of his career as amotion designer and art director. Along the way he got lost, got found, and learnedthe same lesson over and over: stay present, follow what you love, and trust thatpurpose is usually waiting on the other side of adversity.Not a highlight reel — just the real stories. Free to attend, with a Q&amp;A andhangout afterward. Spa

Mountain Stained Glass

A little piece of Bend you can hang in your window.In this beginner-friendly stained glass class, you’ll create a mountain-inspired suncatcher while learning how to foil and solder glass using the copper foil method. All glass pieces are pre-cut, so you can skip straight to the fun part — assembling your design and bringing it to life.Set in a relaxed, creative environment, this class is perfect for slowing down, making something by hand, and creating a piece that reflects the landscape around y

Munch & Music

Summit Health &amp; PacificSource Munch &amp; Music FREE concert series in Drake Park presented by The Source Weekly and Hayden Homes will be celebrating its 35th season! The weekly series provides the community of Central Oregon with free live music, outstanding food vendors at Restaurant Row, family fun in the Kids Zone, local vendors down Artisan Row, and beer, wine, and spirits. Music starts on the Stilson Builders stage each Thursday at 5:30pm and ends around 9pm.Our 2026 series dates: July

Donation Station for victims of the Warm Springs Fire

UPP Liquids is partnering with The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs and The Coalition of Oregon Lands Trust to set up a donation station for the victims oof fires in Warm Springs. Live music from 5-9, event will be held at UPP Liquids in the Barrel Room event space. Please bring Emergency supplies, water and no cook foods, basic medical supplies, blankets, hotel donations, childcare supplies, fans and pet supplies to 550 SW Industrial Way #185, Bend, OR.The post Donation Station for victims o

LUKE BRYAN

Tickets now on sale. Available online or in-person at the Ticket Mill in the Old Mill District.Chair rentals for General Admission tickets available while supplies last.If you think you&#8217;ll want a chair at the show, we recommend securing your rental at the time of ticket purchase.Note: chair set up location may be designated on show night.Five-time Entertainer of the Year and &#8220;American Idol&#8221; judge, Luke Bryan hits the road this summer bringing his feel-good country anthems back

Rise in Rhythm Thursday mornings at Pine & Prism

Rise in Rhythm is a gentle blend of yoga, guided meditation, and sound bath designed to help you reconnect with your body and breath, and bring intentionality into your morning routine! Come start your day with us, thus weekly class happens every Thursday morning at 7:30am in downtown Bend, 45min all levels gentle yoga followed by 15min sound bath with Lisa Tynan of Step into Stillness.The post Rise in Rhythm Thursday mornings at Pine &amp; Prism appeared first on Visit Bend.

The other half of passion

Everyone talks about following your passion. Nobody tells you about everything that comes after.I&#8217;m Jarrod Allen. I spent my life going from BMX to motion design, and it taught me the same lesson over and over. Stay present. Follow what you love. Trust that purpose is waiting on the other side of adversity.This isn&#8217;t a highlight reel. It&#8217;s stories about getting lost, finding my way back, and the quiet inner compass that keeps pointing home.Free and open to everyone. Doors at 6.

Chiodos – Bend

Welcome to an unforgettable night with Chiodos at Midtown Ballroom in Bend, a local favorite for live entertainment where the crowd always brings the energy. Chiodos &#8211; Bend Midtown Ballroom is set to light up the room with the band’s signature blend of razor-sharp riffs, dynamic tempo shifts, and soaring, emotive vocals that hit hard and linger long after the last note.Expect a set that moves from thunderous breakdowns to melodic lifts, delivered with the kind of tight musicianship and raw

Lets Paint a Poppy

Join Ms. Sarah and Paint Her Newest Design: The PoppyGet ready to unleash your creativity with Ms. Sarah as she guides you through the process of painting her latest design: the vibrant poppy.This session is perfect for artists of all skill levels, whether you&#8217;re a beginner or an experienced painter.Take home your very own masterpiece of the beautiful poppy!The post Lets Paint a Poppy appeared first on Visit Bend.

Dominick Antonelli at General Duffy’s Waterhole

Dominick Antonelli is on his first national tour and will be sharing original music at General Duffy&#8217;s Waterhole in Redmond, OR on Wednesday August 5th from 6-8pm. Come out for an evening of finger style acoustic instrumentals, heart felt lyrics, and of stories from the road, plus wonderful food, drink and community!The post Dominick Antonelli at General Duffy&#8217;s Waterhole appeared first on Visit Bend.

Automatic w/ Fuedal

<p>Volcanic Theatre Pub &amp; 1988 Entertainment Presents:</p><p>Automatic w/ Fuedal</p><p>Tuesday, August 4th 2026</p><p>Genre &#8211; Post Punk / Rock</p><p>Doors @ 7PM &#8211; Show Starts @ 8PM</p><p>Presale &#8211; $20 Door &#8211; $30</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/automatic-w-fuedal/">Automatic w/ Fuedal</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>

Karaoke

<p>Volcanic Theatre Pub &amp; 1988 Entertainment Presents:</p><p>Karaoke in the Pub</p><p>Tuesday Nights</p><p>7 PM &#8211; Late<br />21+</p><p>$3 OFF ALL DRINKS!<br />Sing your heart out on our pub stage every Tuesday night!</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/karaoke/2026-08-04/">Karaoke</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>

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