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Guardin w/ Kennedy XOXO and Fijimar at Volcanic Theatre

Volcanic Theatre Pub Presents:Guardin w/ Kennedy XOXO and FijimarTuesday September 29h 2026Genre – Lo-fi Indie / Emo RapDoors @ 7PM – Show Starts @ 8PMPresale – $20 Day of – $30The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/guardin-w-kennedy-xoxo-and-fijimar-at-volcanic-theatre/">Guardin w/ Kennedy XOXO and Fijimar at Volcanic Theatre</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/2026-09-29/">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-2/2026-09-29/">Karaoke</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Bingo!

Have fun, win $$, and help out a local non profit. Cards $1 – $5The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/bingo/2026-09-29/">Bingo!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Body & Being Meditation Circle

Come shed the busyness of the day, settle into your body, and calm your mind. Through gentle movement, self-contact, sounding, and awareness practices, we’ll land back home into our bodies.The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/body-being-meditation-circle/">Body & Being Meditation Circle</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Beaded Earrings

Join Sarah Swoffer in making your own pair of beaded earrings. Choose your own color, length, and design. You will take home one pair.The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/beaded-earrings/">Beaded Earrings</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Build a Matcha Bowl

Join Krista for a Hands-On Experience in Ceramic Matcha Bowl CreationHave you ever wanted to immerse yourself in the art of ceramics while exploring the delicate world of matcha? Now is your chance! Join Krista, a skilled artist and ceramicist, as she guides you through the fascinating process of hand-building your very own ceramic matcha bowl.During this engaging workshop, you will learn about the rich history and cultural significance of matcha, as well as the importance of having the perfect

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 Old Mill District’s 25th Anniversary Celebration

The Old Mill District in Bend marks its 25th anniversary this year with a series of celebrations honoring a quarter-century of transformation along the Deschutes River.This September our Silver Jubilee is featuring in-store specials, unique dining experiences, giveaways, and community events throughout the district. Enjoy specialty sundaes, limited-edition candles, complimentary coffee, and art raffles, just to name a few!The post The Old Mill District’s 25th Anniversary Celebration appear

Fairy Mushroom Lights

Create your own glowing fairy mushroom woodland in this whimsical mixed-media art class! Using hand-crafted, customizable mushrooms, natural logs, and lichen, you’ll design an enchanted forest scene illuminated with warm fairy lights for a cozy, magical glow. This beginner-friendly class is relaxed, creative, and perfect for lovers of woodland art, cottagecore décor, and all things whimsical. All materials are provided, and each piece will be completely unique!Magical Mushroom Light-Up FeatureTr

Oregon Arts Commission awards $150,000 in learning grants to 15 organizations

The Oregon Arts Commission awarded $150,000 in Arts Learning grants to 15 organizations across the state today. Each ...

Oregon sets 10% maximum allowable rent increase for calendar year 2027, up from 2026

Today, The Oregon Department of Administrative Services published the maximum allowable rent increase percentages for ...

Bend school lost its art funding. A $10,000 grant is bringing artists back

A $10,000 Oregon Arts Commission grant will bring professional teaching artists to Bear Creek Elementary in Bend. The school had lost funding for dedicated art classes, and the program will serve 75 to 90 students this school year.

Put the phone down: Police step up distracted driving patrols in Central Oregon

Put the phone down. Police in Central and Eastern Oregon are stepping up patrols for distracted drivers, and fines can reach $2,500.

$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/2026-09-28/">$4 Pints ~ Monday Night Football</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.

Bend Climate Giveback Day at Mountain Burger

20% of all sales that mention the Bend Climate 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/bend-climate-giveback-day-at-mountain-burger/">Bend Climate 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

Goodbye June w/ Me Like Bees

Volcanic Theatre & 1988 Entertainment Presents:Goodbye June w/ Me Like BeesSunday, September 27th 2026Genre – Southern RockDoors @ 7 PM – Show Starts @ 8 PMPresale – $20 Door – $28The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/goodbye-june-w-me-like-bees/">Goodbye June w/ Me Like Bees</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.