Playing outside in Bend is sublime, but our weather sometimes has other ideas. Whether it’s a rare stormy day in Central Oregon, or you just need a break from all the fresh air and sunshine, there’s plenty of indoorsy fun to be had in Bend.

Check out our abundance of museums, art galleries, and theaters offering shelter from the elements and a healthy helping of culture. You’ll see everything from art to live animal exhibits at the High Desert Museum, or learn more about Bend’s history with a stop at the Deschutes Historical Museum. You can also catch a concert at the historic Tower Theatre, a renovated art-deco venue that’s popular among guests and locals alike.

Sometimes your body needs a break from all that hiking, biking, and skiing you’ve enjoyed in Bend. Treat yourself to some pampering at one of Bend’s luxurious day spas, or soak your cares away at Easy Float.

Got kids who need to get the wiggles out? Let them bounce off some energy at Mountain Air Trampoline Park or the Trampoline Zone. If you’ve got a need for speed, K1 offers indoor Kart racing that’s fun for the whole fam. Fans of vintage video games will dig the offerings at Vector Volcano, or head to Sun Mountain Fun Center for bumper cars, bowling, and games galore.

Don’t forget to hit Bend’s fabulous shopping centers for souvenirs to make sure you remember your Bend vacation for years to come.