Locals of all ages are getting ready to see the skies light up for the Redmond Brewfest & Night Glow. The free event has become a summer tradition where families, friends and visitors gather for an evening of craft beer, community spirit and hot air balloon displays. Dogs are welcome at the event, and participants are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs for comfortable seating. This year’s event is hosted at the spacious American Legion Park.
“This fundraiser for the Redmond Chamber of Commerce continues to be a celebration of all things local — our brewers, our families, and the community we call home,” said Lacie Linek, events director of the Redmond Chamber of Commerce in a recent press release.
Food, entertainment, and family fun
Beer lovers will enjoy a lineup of craft beverages, featuring everything from refreshing lagers and hazy IPAs to artisanal ciders. This year’s local brewers and cideries include Wild Ride Brewing, Cascade Lakes Brewing, Kobold Brewing, Initiative Brewing, Tumalo Cider, Avid Cider, Worthy Brewing, Three Creeks Brewing and Upp Liquids. Beer tastings work through a token system, starting at $15 for one cup and two tokens.
While adults sample beverages, little ones can burn energy at the bounce houses. Food and dessert vendors will keep everyone fueled throughout the event, including Glory Gourmet Popsicles, Kona Ice, Little Brick House Bakery, Boba Tea, Kooki, The Corn Dog Company of Central Oregon, Whiskey Girls Coffee, The Pizza Cart, Chandler’s Gourmet Chocolate and Momma B’s.
The musical highlight features local favorites Superball, a Bend-based band that plays high-energy classic hits plus their own originals. They’ll take the stage from 6:30 PM to 8:30pm. As the evening concludes, participants can relax back in a lawn chair and watch while giant balloons light up the night sky.
VIP experience available
Those looking to upgrade the experience can order a VIP package from the Redmond Chamber of Commerce. The package comes with private seating for the evening’s events, including special viewing for the balloon Night Glow. The VIP package also comes with an event cup with drink tokens and a goodie bag of Visit Redmond swag.
Supporting local community
The Redmond Brewfest and Night Glow has been put together by the Redmond Chamber of Commerce & CVB for the last eight years. As a nonprofit organization, its main focus is helping out local businesses, boosting the local economy, and bringing the community together. The Redmond Brewfest and Night Glow is its biggest fundraiser of the year. Linek says, “With help from Blacksmith Public House and our many event partners, this year’s Brewfest & Night Glow promises an evening that Redmond won’t forget.”
This article appears in Source Weekly July 17, 2025.
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What is the day/date of the event? Seems like a crucial piece of info to leave out.