Earth Day Fair & Parade

Dates

April

The Environmental Center organizes Bend’s annual Earth Day Fair & Parade – a colorful celebration of the natural world and our vibrant community. Join us for live music, local food, interactive displays and family-friendly activities in downtown Bend. Festivities kick off with a whacky, creative, colorful parade filled with children and adults dressed as their favorite species.

Upcoming Events Around Town

27

Featured

The Suttle Lodge

September 27, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Tune Into Fall

MUSICIANS ARE TOURING AGAIN AND WE COULDN'T BE HAPPIER. WE ARE CELEBRATING ALL THINGS AUTUMN BY HOSTING TWO NIGHTS OF MUSIC AT THE LODGE. SIX GROUPS WILL PLAY OVER THE COURSE OF TWO NIGHTS, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH AND TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH. THE DETAILS: DOORS AT 5: 00 P.M., MUSIC FROM 6:00 P.M. UNTIL 9:00 P.M. MONDAY //FUTURE CRIB, NORDISTA FREEZE, AND WALTZER TUESDAY //YASMIN WILLIAMS, CHRIS PUREKA, AND VALLEY QUEEN...

28

Featured

The Suttle Lodge

September 28, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Tune Into Fall

29

Brooks Alley

September 29, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Bend Farmers Market

From quaint beginnings atop Drake Park to a thriving, bustling market in nearby Brooks Alley, the Bend Farmers market has been “growing” and feeding Central Oregon for over 20 years! Our market runs Wednesdays, rain or shine, smoke or hail, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Downtown Bend. The 2021 season starts on May 5 and will run through October 13. The mission of the Bend Farmers Market is...

29

High Desert Museum

September 29, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Waterston Desert Writing Prize: Award Ceremony

Deserts have long offered rich inspiration for the written word. Join the winner and finalists from the 2021 Waterston Desert Writing Prize foran evening of readings and literary discussion exploring this complex landscape. In addition, 2021 Waterston Guest Judge Elizabeth Woody (Navajo, Warm Springs, Wasco, Yakama) willdo a reading. A writer, poet and visual artist, Woody received the American Book Award in 1990, as well as the William Stafford Memorial...

29

Worthy Brewing

September 29, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Summer Sessions - Melomania - Worthy Brewing

Join us on the patio for live music with Melomania! About Melomania: 1. A passion for music beyond all reason. 2. 5 members from Bend Oregon with an eclectic mix of instruments and vocals, bringing pop-punk and rock back to life.

29

Walt Reilly’s

September 29, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Live music: JuJu Eyeball

Join us at Walt’s on September 29th for live music, featuring JuJu Eyeball!

30

Featured

Les Schwab Amphitheater

September 30, 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Luke Bryan

As a four-time Entertainer of the Year for the Country Music Association (twice) and the Academy of Country Music, (twice) Bryan has achieved a rare place in the business, garnering the admiration of both his peers and the public. The industry voters for the Nashville-based CMA recognized him as one of the music industry’s few talents capable of filling a stadium on a regular basis. The fans, who pick the...

30

Campfire Hotel

September 30, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Campfire Unplugged

Starting September 23, Campfire Hotel, in collaboration with 4 Peaks Presents, will launch the Campfire Unplugged music series. Artists from around the country will showcase their musical repertoire while gathered around the campfire. Libations and small bites will be available for purchase. The Campfire Unplugged series kicks off Thursday, September 23 with musician Travis Ehrenstrom and runs through the month of October, offering music every Thursday from 5 to 7...

30

High Desert Museum

September 30, 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Waterston Desert Writing Prize: A Desert Celebration

The Grand Canyon is arguably one of the jewels of America’s natural wonders, yet it remains wild, mysterious and— even as a national park—under threat. Join writer Kevin Fedarko, author of The New York Times bestseller The Emerald Mile: The Epic Story of the Fastest Ride in History Through the Heart of the Grand Canyon, in celebration of the 2021 Waterston Desert Writing Prize. Fedarko will dive deep into the...

30

Roundabout Books

September 30, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Author Event: Mirrors and Closets: The Complex Journey of LGBTQ Twins & Their Siblings

This event will be held in person at Roundabout Books as well as live-streamed on YouTube. 3,025. That was the number of miles between us when we discovered with wild synchronicity that we’d each developed feelings for women.” And, so begins a recognizable but singular journey toward authenticity and belonging that starts with one pair of identical twins who set out to dig deeper into the world of sexual orientation,...

30

Oregon Spirit Distillers

September 30, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Live Music at Oregon Spirit Distillers

Join us for live music as you enjoy locally-made spirits at the distillery. Our air-conditioned cocktail lounge will have the garage door open so you can still enjoy the tunes. Reservations welcome, but not required. Call us at 541.382.0002 to reserve your table. All ages welcome when accompanied by 21+ adult. Well-behaved and leashed dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio.

30

Faith Hope and Charity Vineyard

September 30, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Live at the Vineyard: Melody and Dave

Dave & Melody Hill, playing fine guitar, close knit harmonies. Original Americana, Blues, Country and160 Southern Rock. With covers from Patsy Cline to Tom Petty and everything in between! Chairs and tables provided for you.