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Live at the Vineyard: The Substitutes

Rock the Night Away with The Substitutes at Faith Hope & Charity Vineyards!Get ready for a high-energy night of classic rock with The Substitutes—Central Oregon’s self-appointed “Rock and Roll Border Patrol” since 1996! These rock veterans have been defending your right to rock for over two decades, delivering 100% organic, USDA Prime, gluten-free, range-fed rock and roll—no additives, no fillers, just pure, unfiltered music!Classic Rock Done Right! With Dox Hoxie on vocals, Eric Westeren on

Next to Normal: Musical

When this landmark rock musical debuted on Broadway in 2010, it won 3 Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama – one of only ten musicals in history to receive this prestigious honor. A ground-breaking and intimate portrait of a modern family, Next to Normal “tears at the heart in a way few musicals manage” (Attitude)The post Next to Normal: Musical appeared first on Visit Bend.

The Crazy Happy Silly Funny Nerdy Show: A “Comedy Focused” Variety Show

That’s CHSFN for short and each show we’ll put on a unique mix of people and personas fitting any or all of the show’s adjectives. Performance styles may include stand-up comedy, storytelling, improv, live music, rare or odd talents and even a TED Talks style speech. The show will feature unique individuals, ideas, stories, successes, failures and everything in between.This “Adult Smoothie of Fun”© will feature 5 to 7 local performers per show, while you sip, slug or pound cocktails, beers or th

Live at the Vineyard: Motel Kalifornia … Eagles Tribute

Relive the Classics! The Eagles formed in 1971, and their impact on rock music is undeniable—five #1 singles, six #1 albums, and a collection of Grammy & American Music Awards. Motel Kalifornia pays tribute to their unforgettable sound while also rocking hits from America, John Denver, The Doobie Brothers, The Beatles, John Mayer, Ed Sheeran, and more!Enjoy an incredible evening at the vineyard with:Wood-fired, handcrafted pizzasAward-winning wineBeer on tapSalads & desserts available fo

First Friday at The Distillery

<p>Happy Hour cocktails & flights!</p><p>Enter to win 4 General Admission tickets to Oregon Gin Fest 2025!</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/first-friday-at-the-distillery/">First Friday at The Distillery</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>

First Friday Wine Tasting

Join us for our monthly First Friday Wine Tasting with Jessica from Grape Expectations.When: April 4thTime: 5pm-8pmWhere: The Good Drop Wine ShoppeCost: $15 (Free to our wonderful wine club members)Kick off your weekend with a delightful evening of wine exploration. We’ll be featuring a curated selection of wines perfect for the upcoming Easter Celebrations.Featured Wines:Sparkling Dibon Cava Brut Nature“Les Petites Sardines” Muscadet Sevre & Maine Sur LieRuby Vineyards Laurelwoo

First Friday at the Visitor Center

<p>Join us for First Friday at the Visitor Center for some snacks and sips while you enjoy artwork by Megan Neilson (Canyon & Cove).</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/first-friday-at-the-visitor-center/">First Friday at the Visitor Center</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>

Tony Smiley – Live Music at LOGE Camps

Join us for an epic evening of live music, $5 draft by Deschutes Brewery, PLUS epic snowboard demo and FREE gear wax from our partners at Genetemstick, Tactics, and Spiral Wax. Enjoy food from Parrilla Grill, $15 donation per plate, all proceeds going to local non-profit supporting cancer survivors. Event is free admission. Come hang with us!The post Tony Smiley – Live Music at LOGE Camps appeared first on Visit Bend.

Riedel Glassware Exploration

Join us for an ambassador guided tasting experience where you will sample a curated selection of 4 wines in a Pinot Noir, Bordeaux, Flute and White Wine glass.During your flight you will learn and experience how different glassware affects the way wine presents and why.Ticket costs include your 4 wine flight, tasting matts and a $20 wine credit to use the day of the event.The post Riedel Glassware Exploration appeared first on Visit Bend.

Weekly Road Construction Update - April 6 to April 12

Projects Administered by Deschutes County:Hamehook Road Bridge Replacement (Bend Area) – Crews will be paving and installing signage.Traffic Information – There will be a 24-hour, single-lane closure on Hamehook Road until Wednesday, April 9. Road users should expect delays of up to 20 minutes. Pioneer Loop will be closed at Hamehook Road until that date as well. A signed detour route is in place via Deschutes Market Road and Hamehook Road. Work hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Somatic Nature Series

Do you feel ready to slough off the winter and get back outdoors?!Using somatic and nature-based practices, this group will help you step toward internal healing to better your connections with yourself and your surroundings.facilitated by Savanna DeLuca, LPC *April 4 – Sensory Meander at Riverbend ParkDive into a guided stroll along the riverbanks of the Deschutes River, engaging all five senses to foster a deeper relationship with the natural environment. Embrace the beauty of spring and

Big Wave Challenge 2025

Join us in celebrating the 13th year of the Big Wave Challenge hosted by legendary Big Wave surfer, Mt. Bachelor ambassador, and Bend local, Gerry Lopez. This event, inspired by Gerry’s passion for surf and snow, is a snowboard contest held on a custom-built course featuring a series of huge sweeping banked corners, quarter pipes, and spines, incorporating the natural terrain as much as possible. The result is a series of wave-like features linked up along a flowing course that brings the surf t

The Mousetrap

After a local woman is murdered, the guests and staff at Monkswell Manor find themselves stranded during a snowstorm. It soon becomes clear that the killer is among them, and the seven strangers grow increasingly suspicious of one another. A police detective, arriving on skis, interrogates the suspects: the newlyweds running the house; a spinster with a curious background; an architect who seems better equipped to be a chef; a retired Army major; a strange little man who claims his car has overt

Bingo

<p>Come down to play bingo and support senior and disabled dogs. RylieMay Rescue Ranch, with Spider City Brewing, is hosting bingo. Games will range from $1-$3 and winnings will be a 50/50 split. Spider City will also donate $1 from all drink purchases to our cause. Fun for the whole family. Friendly, social dogs are welcome.</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/bingo-3/2025-04-03/">Bingo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>

Gear Fix Guest Speaker Series: Glen Van Peski

<p>Join us for an evening with Gossamer Gear founder and author Glen Van Peski. He’ll share lessons learned about going lighter, not just along the trail, but in every day […]</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/gear-fix-guest-speaker-series-glen-van-peski/">Gear Fix Guest Speaker Series: Glen Van Peski</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>

Sunset Yoga & Sound Journey

Join Emily from Do Yoga Outside and Lauren from Resonance by Lauren for this 90 minute offering. There will be 45 minute of restorative yoga flow, suitable for all levels of practitioners. Hands on assists by Lauren will be available if that is something that enhances your practice. Following our movement, Lauren will take over as we sink into our bodies and listen to the frequencies of her beautiful instruments.The post Sunset Yoga & Sound Journey appeared first on Visit Bend.

County Solid Waste teams up with local students to raise awareness about plastic pollution

While much of the conversation around plastic pollution focuses on recycling and cleanup efforts, these approaches address the symptoms, not the root cause. The true solution lies in reducing plastic production before it starts.

Hearings Officer Hearing - Land Use File No. 247-24-000346-LR

No Board of County Commissioners meeting scheduled for April 7th

Big Sexy Movie Night: Edward Scissorhands

After a brief hiatus, we are back, Bigger, Sexier, and More Cinematic than ever! Big Sexy Movie Night presents a little midwinter woe with Edward Scissorhands, a classic movie about haircuts, landscaping, and bondage fashion. Also it’s an absolute masterpiece that is begging for our own unique interpretation of the characters! This show includes a live performance alongside a screening of the Tim Burton classic film. So come out, catch a bit of a movie and one hell of a show.Our local trou