Central Oregon and Bend Oregon Calendar of Events

View sensational local and national art at dozens of businesses on the first Friday of every month. Shops are matched with artists and stay open late. Many businesses will serve food and wine as they welcome you in to enjoy their space and this wonderful evening. Ride the free Green Energy Bus! The bus will be picking up and transporting riders between the Old Mill District, Northwest Crossing, and Downtown Bend throughout the evening. 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Whether you choose rafting, tubing or standup paddle boarding, your trip with Sun Country Tours is sure to be the highlight of your vacation.

Join a variety of daily, half-day guided tours to explore desert lava caves with helmets and headlamps, enter into the belly of an ancient volcano, or solve clues at GPS checkpoints along the Deschutes River through the Old Mill District on a fun GPS Eco-Challenge! Half-day tours, ranging from $44 to $65 per person, include transportation, all equipment/instruction and naturalist guide. 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Journey into the Cascade Range to paddle the glassy waters of a high mountain lake. Naturalist guides highlight tucked-away volcanic coves while watching for otter, mink, osprey and eagles. Includes transportation, canoe/kayak equipment/instruction and guide. Daily 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Kids' Classes and Rocket Science Classes begin at Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory. These are fun "hands on" classes where you can learn about everything from owl puke to building rockets. See our website for class details, daily schedule and prices.

Sin in the Sagebrush is one of the most in-depth exhibits examining the lives of those who sought opportunity, fortune and community on the Western frontier.

Bringing Oregon’s Best to Bend Every Week.

Annual outdoor art show & sale in beautiful Black Butte Ranch! Art and crafts from local artists. Sales benefit art programs in Sisters schools. Runs Friday 4-7 PM and Saturday 10AM-4PM.

Please join us for an exciting showcase for the September 3rd First Friday at Arts Central (4-8pm). Children’s art by students of Art Station’s Summer Programs.

The Little Woody was created to commemorate one of Central Oregon’s cultural hallmarks – the craft beers created in Central Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. The Little Woody is a festival for beer lovers and connoisseurs alike. Meet the brewmasters, sample all of the excellent barrel-aged beers from local breweries, and connect with your fellow brew fanatics. This year’s Little Woody will also include a selection of bourbons in addition to barrel-aged beers.