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From Potato Show to Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo

Celebrating 100 years of supporting the next generation of farmers

Keely DamaraAugust 1, 2019May 10, 2024

The Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, which is no small feat. The first annual Deschutes County Fair was actually held in October 1920, just a few years after Deschutes County was officially recognized in 1916, when it broke off from Crook County. Originally called the Potato Show & […]

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Happenin’ Events

Spring, summer, fall or winter, these are the big events to have on your radar in Central Oregon

The Source StaffMay 14, 2019May 31, 2024

Sat., May 18, 2019 POLE PEDAL PADDLE Six events that span Central Oregon’s outdoor scene. Contestants race in teams or do all the events, including Alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, cycling, paddling and a sprint to the finish. Worth a watch, or for a major training goal. Starts at Mt. Bachelor. pppbend.com First Fridays ART WALK […]

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Big Events!

There’s no shortage of things to do in the region. Here’s a rundown of some of the area’s most popular events.

The Source StaffMay 16, 2018May 27, 2025

To see the most up-to-date listings for the week you’re visiting, check out our events calendar in the Source Weekly’s weekly print edition (in the blue boxes found… well, everywhere), or check out our online calendar at calendar.bendsource.com. Wednesdays, May 2 – Oct. 10, 2018 BEND FARMERS MARKET Shop for fresh produce, cage-free eggs, grass-fed […]

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