Labor Day weekend in Bend is about to get a whole lot more whimsical with the return of The Little Woody Festival. This beloved event blends the best of aged beer, cider and whiskey with gnome-inspired costumes, live music, a beer run and interactive games, all while celebrating the community spirit of the Northwest. “The […]
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Mamma Mia Comes to Theater in the Park
Bend’s annual production for Theater in the Park features the magical tale of “Mamma Mia,” a story brimming with love, laughter and friendship. Rachel Robinson, musical theater jack of all trades and director of the play, alongside the cast and crew, have put in six weeks of incredible effort to bring to fruition a local […]
Exploring Evergreen: Mt. Bachelor’s New Trail for Hikers and Bikers
Last week, I spent a delightful afternoon at Mt. Bachelor exploring the new Evergreen trail, a mixed-used path for hiking and downhill mountain biking. Taking the chairlift up to Pine Marten Lodge, I watched mountain bikers below, feeling a thrill of anticipation. From the lodge, I made my way to the trailhead just west of […]
The Big Butte Challenge: Summiting Central Oregon’s Scenic Beauty
Bend is known not only for its stunning Cascade Mountains, but also for the beautiful buttes scattered across the Central Oregon landscape. This year, Cascade Relays encourages families and adventure enthusiasts to come to the fourth annual Big Butte Challenge. The event offers a unique opportunity to explore 10 scenic buttes and breweries at your […]
Summer Wellness Series at Juniper Preserve
For the third consecutive summer, Juniper Preserve has teamed up with Soundshala to offer a series of immersive events to the community, including its Summer Wellness Series. These events continue until Sept., 14. “At Juniper Preserve, our commitment is to nurture the deep connection between community and nature, enhancing overall wellness,” explains Maddison Stephens, director […]
Restorative Yoga at Drake Park
Summer in Central Oregon is in full swing, and what better way to enjoy it than by blending movement, mindfulness and the beauty of the outdoors? Emily Tighe, the visionary owner of Do Yoga Outside, offers a unique opportunity to experience this. Every Tuesday until the end of August potentially into September, Tighe hosts a […]
Cork & Barrel’s Annual Wine Event Raises Funds for KIDS Center
Cork & Barrel, renowned for hosting one of Central Oregon’s largest wine events, hosts its 12th annual three-day fundraiser benefiting KIDS Center. This year’s event takes place from July 18-20, with winemaker dinners held at various locations on July 18, and Friday and Saturday’s events held at the Athletic Field at Central Oregon Community College. […]
Bend Summer Festival Returns This July
The heart of downtown Bend is set to transform into a lively hub filled with live music, artistic pop-up vendors and a vibrant community atmosphere for the much-anticipated Bend Summer Festival. The event takes place from Friday, July 12, to Sunday, July 14, offering attendees the chance to experience Central Oregon’s longest-running art and crafts […]
Explore The Pacific Northwest 2024 Overland Expo
Calling all outdoor adventurists! The Overland Expo Pacific Northwest 2024 is set to be the premier overlanding event, as the second of four U.S. event series, spanning three days from June 28-30 at the Deschutes County Expo Center in Redmond. The professional-level trade show brings together over 300 exhibitors showcasing the latest offerings in overland, […]
Munch and Music Kicks Off on 4th of July
The 34th annual Munch and Music event returns to Bend this summer, kicking off on July 4. The free music series occurs every Thursday from July 4 through Aug. 8, featuring a variety of vendors offering food, beverages, arts and crafts, a kids’ area with inflatables and child-friendly activities โ and a fantastic music lineup. […]

