Monday April 14
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Tuesday April 15
15
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All Day
Tax Day
Tax Day Observance
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Wednesday April 16
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Thursday April 17
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Friday April 18
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Saturday April 19
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Sunday April 20
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All Day
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday Observance
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8:00 am – 10:00 pm
Celebrate 420 at Oregrown!
8:00 am – 10:00 pm Celebrate 420 at Oregrown! Oregrown, Northwest Wall Street, Bend, Oregon, 97703, United States Celebrate Bend’s largest 420 event at Oregrown Bend! Take advantage of substantial discounts ranging from 25% to 40% off your favorite brands! Spend $100 (pre tax) and score a swag bag ($50 value). Plus Vendors, Food, Glass Blowing and more! Oregrown’s 420 celebration is happening both April 19th & 20th from 8am to 10pm.
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8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Easter Brunch at Juniper Preserve
8:00 am – 3:00 pm Easter Brunch at Juniper Preserve Juniper Preserve, Pronghorn Club Drive 65600, Bend, Oregon, 97701, United States Celebrate Easter with an unforgettable brunch at Juniper Preserve! Indulge in a chef-curated brunch menu featuring seasonal flavors, perfectly paired with specialty cocktails and a selection of fine wines. While you savor every bite, little ones will delight in a special visit from the Easter Bunny, who will be hopping by to greet guests and share fun surprises.
Reservations are required. Please note that while there’s no reservation fee on Tock, each menu item is priced individually as our brunch is offered à la carte.
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8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Rendezvan
8:00 am – 5:00 pm Rendezvan Mt. Bachelor, Southwest Century Drive, Bend, OR, 97703, United States RendezVan is the celebration of our amazing community of RVers, campers, and van-lifers who make the annual pilgrimage to Mt. Bachelor in the springtime to enjoy soft spring laps and sunshine. Families, skiers, riders, and all travelers are welcome — even the dogs are invited!
Not interested in camping out? All are welcome to join for the day to partake in any of the events. The festival center, including all the music, vendors, activities, and fun competitions are open and free to anyone who would like to join in on the festivities.
While the festival basecamp is packed with activities and fun — the mountain has just as much action going on! Not only will the mountain be open for skiing and riding, but RendezVan will offer various on-mountain events throughout the four days. We look forward to hosting you for RendezVan!
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9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Easter Brunch Grand Buffet
9:00 am – 1:00 pm Easter Brunch Grand Buffet Riverhouse Lodge Convention Center, U.S. 97 Business, Bend, OR, 97703, United States Enjoy live music by Abluestics, Easter egg hunts at 10:30am & 12:00pm, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and a Mimosa & Bloody Mary Bar! Save 10% when you buy 6+ tickets!
Pricing (incl. gratuity): Adults $75 | Seniors $65 | Children 5-12 years: $37.50.
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10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Easter Brunch at The Monkless Brasserie
10:00 am – 1:00 pm Easter Brunch at The Monkless Brasserie Monkless Belgian Ales, Southwest Industrial Way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States Celebrate Easter with a Special Brunch at The Monkless Brasserie! Join us on Sunday, April 20th, starting at 10AM, for a memorable Easter Brunch at The Brasserie! Gather with loved ones & indulge in an exquisite menu thoughtfully crafted by our talented chef. Each dish is designed to perfectly pair with our exceptional selection of Belgian Ales and specialty cocktails.
Reservations are now being accepted, so be sure to reach out to secure your spot & enjoy a delightful, festive feast with family and friends this Easter.
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12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Trivia at River's Place
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Trivia at River's Place Rivers Place, Northeast Purcell Boulevard, Bend, Oregon, 97701, United States Free to play and prizes to win! Check out our mimosa menu!
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4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Chef's Pairing Experience
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm Chef's Pairing Experience Willamette Valley Vineyards – Bend, 916 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, 97703, United States Please join us at the Bend Tasting Room & Restaurant for a Chef’s Pairings Experience hosted by our Winery Ambassador Ashley and Chef Cuin.
Invite friends to join you and experience this one-of-a-kind wine and culinary offering, featuring a five-wine flight and four chef pairings (including a chocolate course).
Tickets are $60 and include a $40 wine credit to use the day of the event.
The Chef’s Pairings Experience is communal, so you’ll mingle with a few other guests during your tastings.
Menus change monthly. Please reach out to ashley.stilwell@wvv.com for any questions.
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7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Next to Normal: Musical
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm Next to Normal: Musical The Greenhouse Cabaret, Northeast 2nd Street, Bend, OR, 97701, United States 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)
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Monday April 21
21
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All Day
Easter Monday
Easter Monday Observance
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5:30 pm – 6:45 pm
Stretch & Strength for Runners
5:30 pm – 6:45 pm Stretch & Strength for Runners 10 Barrel Brewing-East Side, Northeast 18th Street, Bend, Oregon, 97701, United States ⚠️ Reservation required. Spots are limited ⚠️
Stretch & Strength for Runners
Yoga for Endurance, Injury Prevention & Recovery
In this Stretch & Strength for Runners Workshop, you’ll learn how to improve flexibility, prevent injuries and strengthen the stabilizing muscles that keep you running strong. We’ll also introduce breathwork techniques to enhance endurance and mental strategies to push through tough miles.
🗓 April 21st, 5:30-6:45pm
What to Expect
✅ Discussion on injury prevention, mobility and recovery
✅ A guided stretching and strengthening session geared toward runners
✅ Breathwork techniques for endurance and mental focus
✅ A welcoming community of fellow runners
Whether you’re a weekend trail runner, a seasoned marathoner or just getting started, this workshop is for you. No previous experience with yoga is necessary. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out!
Spots are limited – reserve yours now! https://www.wildlandguidingcompany.com/event-details/stretch-strength-for-runners
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Tuesday April 22
22
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4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Earth Day Celebration
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Earth Day Celebration Hanai Center, 62430 Eagle Road, Bend, 97701 Join the Hanai Foundation on April 22nd from 4:00pm – 7:00pm to honor Earth Day! This day, and every day, presents an opportunity to remember our responsibility as stewards of this beautiful planet that we call home – it is a chance for us to return the gift of joy, reverence and connection. Through simple acts of mindfulness and gratitude, we can begin to heal our bond to the Earth, ourselves and each other.
This event offers our open house format that invites you to arrive when you can and enjoy a variety of nourishing offerings from a self guided nature walk, reiki for earth connection, tea, art, and a community nature mandala. All ages are welcome. This event is free to attend and any donations will support the Hanai Foundation’s mission to provide events and programs for the community that inspire creativity, compassion and well-being.
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6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Frontiers in Science Lecture Series: Beaver Human Coexistence Past, Present, and Future
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Frontiers in Science Lecture Series: Beaver Human Coexistence Past, Present, and Future The Belfry, East Main Avenue 302, Sisters, Oregon, 97759, United States The Sister Science Club initiated its Frontiers in Science lecture series in 2011 for the community at large, believing that the love of scientific knowledge would attract a devoted audience. Since then, scientists and other experts have lectured on a wide variety of topics.
April’s presentation is on Beaver-Human Coexistence: Past, Present, and Future. Beavers are keystone species whose ecological engineering benefits landscapes and biodiversity, especially here in the East Cascades! This talk will explore the history of beaver-human interactions, recent research on the importance of beaver-modified habitats, and innovative coexistence solutions. With new policies and funding mechanisms in place, we are at a turning point for beaver conservation in Oregon.
Join us at the Belfry in Sisters (302 E Main Ave, Sisters, OR 97759) on Tuesday, April 22, at 6:00 PM for a social hour and 7 pm for the presentation.
No RSVP required! However, they do ask for a $5 donation at the door (no one is turned away for lack of funds).
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Wednesday April 23
23
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5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Wellness Wednesday at The Vineyard
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Wellness Wednesday at The Vineyard Faith Hope and Charity Vineyards, 70450 NW Lower Valley Dr, Terrebonne, 97760 Recharge your body and your spirit with an evening of vitamin injections, wellness tips, good vibes, and even better wine—plus stunning views and amazing company.
Health meets happy hour. See you there!
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5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Viva La Viva - Presented By Wine With Your Gyn Podcast
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Viva La Viva - Presented By Wine With Your Gyn Podcast The Haven Coworking, Southwest Disk Drive 1001, Bend, OR, 97702, United States The outstanding hosts of the hit podcast “Wine With Your Gyn”, Dr. Erin LeGrand and Dr. Sarah Hellmann, are having a “Free” event in support of their mission, helping women to connect and destigmatize talking about their health.
This fundraiser will help their mission to raise funds to support their needs of getting information out to the masses.
There is a suggested donation for admission, and “all are welcome”.
There is an optional “raffle” for various prizes from local organizations and businesses in Central Oregon. You can purchase your raffle tickets ahead of time, and their a limited amount, so get them fast.
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7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Portland Cello Project: Sunshine & Stars
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm Portland Cello Project: Sunshine & Stars Tower Theatre, 835 Northwest Wall Street, Bend, OR, 97703 Nancy Ives joins the Portland Cello Project as a double threat star cellist and composer in an Unplugged Cellos-only show of songs inspired by light and hope, with just a touch of melancholy. In their signature arrangements of pieces you wouldn’t normally associate with the cello, they will dazzle with everything under the sun from virtuosic classical showpieces to well-loved Beethoven tunes, from Billie Eilish to Stevie Wonder to the Beatles, prepare to hear the cello in a whole new light!
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Thursday April 24
24
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6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Collage Your Story
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Collage Your Story Flying Horse Gallery, South Elm Street, Sisters, Oregon, 97759, United States A special opportunity to meet the fascinating Joanie Lindenmeyer , author of “Nun Better; A Love Story.” Joanie will start the evening talking about her books and message of love and healing.
Afterwards, get ready to jump in and start creating a collage to express whatever you wish to explore or reveal: your journey, interests, or any funny, weird and wild things that intrigue you.
All supplies will be provided (including bins of various images and items). Feel free to bring a photo or token that is meaningful to you or just be spontaneous and see where it leads. No previous collage or art experience is required.
Light refreshments and snacks will be served
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7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Next to Normal: Musical
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm Next to Normal: Musical The Greenhouse Cabaret, Northeast 2nd Street, Bend, OR, 97701, United States 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)
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Friday April 25
25
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2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Riedel Glassware Exploration
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Riedel Glassware Exploration Willamette Valley Vineyards – Bend, 916 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, 97703, United States 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.
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5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Women's Only Watercolor & Yoga
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Women's Only Watercolor & Yoga Tumalo State Park, O. B. Riley Road, Bend, Oregon, 97701, United States Join Emily from Do Yoga Outside and Autumn from Wild Wellness for a night of movement and creativity. There will be 60 minutes of yoga followed by 60 minutes of watercolor instruction and guidance. All experience levels are encouraged to come!
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7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Comedy at Hosmer Bar
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Comedy at Hosmer Bar Hosmer Bar, Northeast 3rd Street, Bend, Oregon, 97701, United States Join Bits N Skits Productions for a night of comedy at Hosmer Bar. Located in the lobby of the Waypoint Hotel, Hosmer Bar, the newest of swanky Bend hotspots offering both delicious drinks, yummy mocktails, kick-ass food, is the perfect backdrop to laughing along with Bend’s most talented comedians.
· Come for happy hour starting at 6pm and enjoy drink specials.
· 21+ only
· $15 online/$20 at the door
Venue Information
Hosmer Bar
1415 Northeast 3rd Street
Bend, OR 97701
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7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Next to Normal: Musical
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm Next to Normal: Musical The Greenhouse Cabaret, Northeast 2nd Street, Bend, OR, 97701, United States 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)
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8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Bend Comedy April Showcase - Immersion Brewing
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm Bend Comedy April Showcase - Immersion Brewing The Barrel Room at Immersion Brewing, Southwest Industrial Way 550, Bend, OR, 97702, United States Join us Friday, April 25 at 8pm for a hilarious lineup at Immersion Brewing, with headliners Ben Harkins and Mike Walter! Featuring Chris Kemper and James Hartenfeld! And Ryan Traughber hosting!
This is going to be an unforgettable night of comedy, so don’t miss out!
Tickets are available now! VIP and General Admission! @ BendComedy.com
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8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Comedian - Jordan Cerminara - Live at Silver Moon Brewing
8:00 pm – 9:30 pm Comedian - Jordan Cerminara - Live at Silver Moon Brewing Silver Moon Brewing, Northwest Greenwood Avenue, Bend, OR, 97703, United States 🎤 Jordan Cerminara LIVE at Silver Moon Brewing! 🎤
Get ready for a night of high-energy, clever, and laugh-out-loud comedy as Jordan Cerminara takes the stage at Silver Moon Brewing on Friday, April 25th! 🎭
🔥 Headliner: Jordan Cerminara –
Stand-up comic, collage artist, and co-creator of The Art Critique Comedy Show {comedians analyze & auction thrift store art} Jordan Cerminara is a working entertainer at clubs and independent venues across North America. From one-liners to carefully crafted bits and full-blown stories, he brings a high-energy style to the stage with clever wordplay, a gamut of goofy voices, and the pipes of a karaoke legend. His debut comedy album, Cuttin It Up, released with Burn This Records hit #1 on the Amazon and Apple iTunes comedy charts.
📍 Silver Moon Brewing – Bend, OR
🚪 Doors Open: 7PM | 🎭 Show Starts: 8PM
Don’t miss this hilarious night of top-tier comedy! Secure your seats now before they’re gone! 🍻😂
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Saturday April 26
26
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All Day
Bend Bike Festival + Bike Swap
Saturday April 26 9:00 am – Monday April 28 5:00 pm 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Bend Bike Festival + Bike Swap The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States Join us April 25-27th at The Pavilion for the first ever Bend Bike Fest, an annual fundraiser benefiting Bend Endurance Academy. The BBF is the new event home of the legendary Bend Bike Swap from years past. Consign your new/used gear and bikes, browse a selection of local businesses and non profit vendors, enjoy live music, food, and drinks. Stay for the games and awesome raffle prizes, all throughout the weekend! This community event is an opportunity to support Bend Endurance Academy’s mission, while enjoying all the festivities the weekend has to offer.
Shop, sell, and support local!
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9:00 am – 11:00 am
City Nature Challenge - Plant BioBlitz at Shevlin Park Beaver Meadow
9:00 am – 11:00 am City Nature Challenge - Plant BioBlitz at Shevlin Park Beaver Meadow Aspen Hall, Northwest Shevlin Park Road, Bend, Oregon, 97703, United States Join Beaver Works Oregon in exploring wetland plant natural history and identification. This Wetland BioBlitz will involve instructor-led group identification with iNaturalist and discussion. Participants will become familiar with the characteristics, terminology, and keys used in plant identification and leave with an understanding of how the composition of plant species can tell a story about ecosystem health.
If you are new to iNaturalist check out this tutorial!
Meet at Shevlin Park in Bend at 9 AM.
RSVP to reserve your spot
Contact Maureen@thinkwildco.org (541) 699-1606 with questions about this event.
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11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Art & Algae: A Seaweed Cyanotype Workshop
11:00 am – 2:00 pm Art & Algae: A Seaweed Cyanotype Workshop Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, 68467 Three Creek Rd, Sisters, 97759 We are excited to welcome artist and photographer Josie Iselin, for a unique workshop where participants of all ages can explore the fascinating world of seaweed and cyanotype printing. Using Josie’s extensive collection of dried seaweed specimens, participants will discover the beauty of this alternative photographic process and create your own striking blue-and-white prints.
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11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Earth Day Fair & Celebration
11:00 am – 3:00 pm Earth Day Fair & Celebration The Environmental Center, Northwest Kansas Avenue, Bend, OR, 97703, United States The Environmental Center is thrilled to host its family-friendly Earth Day Fair and Celebration on Saturday, April 26th, from 11:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. This outdoor event features and celebrates our community through music and dance performances, local food vendors, businesses and nonprofits from across the region, electric car demonstrations, an activity zone for all ages, and more!
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4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Introduction to Wine Tasting Experience
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Introduction to Wine Tasting Experience Willamette Valley Vineyards – Bend, 916 NW Wall St, Bend, OR, 97703, United States Educational wine seminar of how to professionally taste wine based on its components and a guided wine tasting of 4 different wines that have been curated to emphasize a different component of tasting wine.
The experience includes a 5 pour flight, crackers to cleanse the palate and a $40 wine credit to use the day of the event towards a two or more bottle purchase.
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6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
THE FORAGED DINNER BY WILD RYE WITH SOTER VINEYARDS
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm THE FORAGED DINNER BY WILD RYE WITH SOTER VINEYARDS Wild Rye, Southwest Brasada Canyons Drive, Powell Butte, Oregon, 97753, United States Experience the fruits of the labor of foraging with a special dinner from chef and forager Karl Holl of Wild Rye at Brasada Ranch. Feast on a four-course dinner perfected with the season’s rarest mushrooms, gathered by Chef Karl himself from the surrounding high desert here in Central Oregon. Enjoy wine pairings from Willamette Valley’s Soter Vineyards and live music to complement this exceptional spring dinner. Reservations are required for this exclusive event.
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7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Next to Normal: Musical
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm Next to Normal: Musical The Greenhouse Cabaret, Northeast 2nd Street, Bend, OR, 97701, United States 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)
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Sunday April 27
27
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All Day
Bend Bike Festival + Bike Swap
Saturday April 26 9:00 am – Monday April 28 5:00 pm 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Bend Bike Festival + Bike Swap The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States Join us April 25-27th at The Pavilion for the first ever Bend Bike Fest, an annual fundraiser benefiting Bend Endurance Academy. The BBF is the new event home of the legendary Bend Bike Swap from years past. Consign your new/used gear and bikes, browse a selection of local businesses and non profit vendors, enjoy live music, food, and drinks. Stay for the games and awesome raffle prizes, all throughout the weekend! This community event is an opportunity to support Bend Endurance Academy’s mission, while enjoying all the festivities the weekend has to offer.
Shop, sell, and support local!
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2:00 am – 4:30 pm
The Sleeping Beauty
2:00 am – 4:30 pm The Sleeping Beauty Tower Theatre, 835 Northwest Wall Street, Bend, OR, 97703 🌟 Join Us for a Mesmerizing Evening of Enchantment: Sleeping Beauty! 🌟
Prepare to be transported into a world of grace, elegance, and breathtaking artistry as The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents the timeless classic Sleeping Beauty at the Tower Theatre.
Experience the magic of this beloved fairy tale as the talented dancers of The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine bring the enchanting story to life. From the magical spinning wheel to the charming Prince’s quest, this performance promises to captivate your heart and leave you in awe.
Mark your calendars for April 27, 2025, and don’t miss this unforgettable performance. The Tower Theatre will be the perfect venue, providing a beautiful setting for this extraordinary event.
Don’t miss your chance to witness the beauty and splendor of this iconic ballet masterpiece. Get your tickets now and be part of this mesmerizing evening of enchantment. Share the thrill with your friends and family, and let’s create unforgettable memories together!
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