Bend Marathon and Half

Dates

April

The Bend Marathon and Half captures all that is truly gorgeous about Bend, Oregon. With a 10k and 5k race as well, there is a distance for everyone. These are spectacularly scenic courses through West Bend emphasizing everything that makes Bend, Oregon great. You’ll cruise around neighborhood parks, through ponderosa pine forests, along the mighty Deschutes River, and finish in a beautiful iconic Bend location to a hoppin’ afterparty where the kombucha and craft beer are flowing, delicious food is waiting, and you can relax because you just finished your best race ever!

Upcoming Events Around Town

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Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory

December 8, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Homeschool Day: Animal Adaptations

What makes a successful predator? How do different animals survive in our winter environment? Your students will explore these questions and more as they observe animals and biofacts and discuss the similarities and differences between major animal groups and the adaptations that aid each animal in survival. Afterward we will become eco–explorers and put our observation skills to the test by seeking out animal adaptations and habitats in a guided...

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High Desert Chamber Music

December 9, 12:00 pm - December 14, 12:00 pm

High Desert Chamber Music 14th Annual Gala Silent Auction

High Desert Chamber Music’s Fourteenth Annual Gala Silent Auction features items from dozens of local favorite artists and businesses. From the comfort of your home, you can take care of your holiday shopping or treat yourself to some incredible items. Many packages this year can also be mailed to any destination in the United States. Some notable offerings include a catered “in-home” dinner for 8 with your own personal chef...

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The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse

December 9, 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Suttle Lodge's Fireside Series

Join us for live music most Thursdays! Check out our happenings page for more information and to purchase tickets. All ages welcome. Tickets are FREE for guests staying overnight at the Lodge with RSVP. Please email info@thesuttlelodge.com to RSVP within 72 hours of show. Proof of vaccination and picture ID required at the door with no exceptions. Doors at 5:30. Show starts at 6pm.

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Cascades Theatrical Company

December 9, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Miracle on 34th Street

A holiday classic featuring local talent, directed by Sue Raley. Adapted by Mountain Community Theater from the novel by Valentine Davies. Based upon the Twentieth Century Fox motion picture, Miracle on 34th Street. Produced by special arrangement with The Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, Illinois.

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Scalehouse Gallery

December 10, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Scalehouse Gallery Artist Talk: Jon Gann, Kites for War

In his talk, Kites for War, artist Jon Gann will share his personal history as it relates to the bare truths of the works in his show, infinity splinters / resttagebücher, currently up at Scalehouse Gallery. Touching on the struggles of mental illness, shame, and the masking of truth, Gann will also speak about his process of putting feeling into form and how he is using the current show as...

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Cascades Theatrical Company

December 10, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Miracle on 34th Street

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The Old Iron Works

December 11, 9:00 am - December 12, 5:00 pm

11th Annual Craft-0! Holiday Bazaar!

11th Annual Craft-0! Holiday Bazaar! 75+ Vendors! Gifts! Food! Drinks! Music! Fun! Must Purchase Advance Tickets to Attend! $5 (proceeds from ticket sales donated to charity) 9:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day. https://www.facebook.com/events/1057902094973637

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Scalehouse Gallery

December 11, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Out in the Open: A Panel Discussion on Gender, Sexuality + Mental Health

In conversation with the exhibition: Jon Gann, infinity splinters / resttagebücher, Scalehouse Gallery is facilitating a panel discussion with mental health professionals in the community on the intersection of mental health, sexuality, and gender identity. The aim of this panel is to open up a conversation around mental health, giving particular focus to experiences of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, Asexual and Two-Spirit (LGBTQIA2S+) individuals in Bend and...

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The Grove

December 11, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Santa @ The Grove!

Santa is coming to The Grove! Free Hot Chocolate for the kids! Free pictures for everyone with Santa!

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Faith Hope and Charity Vineyard

December 11, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Live at the Vineyard: John Denver Christmas Concert w/ John Hoover & the Mighty Quinns

Our annual John Denver Christmas Concert is a wonderful family event. We will be in our warm tent with wood fired pizza, wine by the glass or bottle, beer on tap, salad, pretzels, dessert available for purchase. The Mighty Quinns are a group of talented musicians who are centered in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Their music includes all the Christmas classics, rock classics, folk, bluegrass, country and Celtic, as well...

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Cascades Theatrical Company

December 11, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Miracle on 34th Street

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Tetherow

December 12, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Brunch with Santa at Tetherow

A scrumptious brunch for all ages, with crafts and an activity station for the kids. Santa will make his jolly appearance from 10:00 a.m. – noon. Be sure to grab your family photo with him! Reservations are required via email.