EARTH DAY FAIR & PARADE
2022-04-23 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, OR, 97703
After a two-year hiatus from large, in person events, we’re so excited to bring back the annual Earth Day celebration. At this time, we are planning to move forward with a street fair on Kansas Ave and a short parade route in downtown Bend. This family-friendly event features live music and performances, food trucks, kids’ activities, and a variety of local environmental organizations who can help you get connected to local initiatives. Stay tuned for more information and ways to participate. We will be announcing the 2022 Earth Day local artist SOON!

Welcoming Week-Multicultural Art Exhibition
2023-09-13 16:00 - 19:00 | The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, OR, 97703
Join us at The Environmental Center in downtown Bend for a Multicultural Art Exhibit. Experience live poetry, music, and creative arts by local BILAPOC, LGBTQ+ artists. Attendees can also tour The Environmental Center’s Learning & Demonstration Garden. You will also get the opportunity to practice your creative skills during our live art demonstration. We invite community members who practice any of the various creative arts to participate. ASL interpretation will be offered on-site.
September is also Latino Heritage Month! To honor, celebrate and recognize the contributions, achievements, and influences that the Latino/a/e/x community has had, and continues to have in our community, we’ve partnered with High Desert Museum. We will be giving away passes to HDM during our Art Walk event to highlight the Vistas del Cielo exhibit created by artist Justin Favela.
Acompáñenos en The Environmental Center en el centro de Bend para una exhibición de arte multicultural. Experimente en vivo poesía, música y artes creativas de nuestros artistas locales BILAPOC, LGBTQ+. Los asistentes también pueden hacer un recorrido por el Jardín de aprendizaje y demostración de The Environmental Center. También tendrá la oportunidad de practicar sus destrezas creativas durante nuestra demostración de arte en vivo. Invitamos a participar a los miembros de la comunidad que practiquen cualquiera de las diferentes artes creativas. Se ofrecerá interpretación de ASL.
¡Septiembre también es el Mes de la Herencia Latina! Para honrar, celebrar y reconocer las contribuciones, logros y influencias que la comunidad latina ha tenido y continúa teniendo en nuestra comunidad, nos hemos asociado con High Desert Museum. Regalaremos pases al museo durante nuestro evento para resaltar la exhibición Vistas del Cielo creada por el artista Justin Favela.

Juneteenth Central Oregon
2024-06-15 11:00 - 2024-06-16 17:30 | Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Get ready for the 4th Annual Juneteenth Central Oregon celebration on June 15th and 16th, 2024 from 11am to 5:30pm! Rooted in education, entertainment, and fostering a vibrant and safe environment for the community, this year’s theme, “Jubilee,” marks a joyous celebration of the emancipation of African Americans. Joined by the African and Caribbean Community, our two-day event promises an immersive experience filled with authentic African, Caribbean, and African American cuisine, art, music, and education. Embrace the cultural tapestry through enlightening educational activities, captivating entertainment, and a shared culinary journey that celebrates the diverse heritage of our communities.

CityFest 2024
2024-08-15 16:00 - 19:00 | 9th Street Village, 911 SE Armour Road, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler and the City of Bend for CityFest community gathering on Thursday, August 15 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 9th Street Village, 911 SE Armour Road.
CityFest creates an opportunity for City departments, staff, and Bend City Councilors to meet the community in a dynamic, family-friendly space! Bevel Craft Brewing, the awesome food trucks hosted on their property (Tacos el Nava, IndoDaddy, Nosh Street Food, Little Red Kitchen), and local ice cream extraordinaire Bonta will be onsite as our food (yes, ice cream is food!) and beverage partners. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. We’ll also have music by the talented DJ Jah Yogi!
The event will feature a short message from Mayor Kebler regarding the “State of the City” (touching on goals and priorities for Bend’s future), live music from DJ Jah Yogi, family-friendly activities, police, fire, and streets vehicles, plus information and staff from various City departments regarding their programs and services.
Bring the whole family and meet the folks who work for your City of Bend!

Únase a la alcaldesa de Bend, Melanie Kebler, y la Ciudad de Bend para la fiesta comunitaria CityFest el jueves 15 de agosto, de 4 p.m. a 7 p.m. en 9th Street Village, 911 SE Armour Road.
CityFest es una oportunidad para que los departamentos de la ciudad, el personal y los concejales de Bend se reúnan con la comunidad en un espacio dinámico y familiar. Bevel Craft Brewing, los increíbles camiones de comida ubicados en su local (Tacos el Nava, IndoDaddy, Nosh Street Food, Little Red Kitchen), y el extraordinario helado local Bonta serán nuestros socios de comida (¡sí, el helado es comida!) y bebida. Habrá comida y bebida a la venta. ¡También tendremos música en vivo por el talentoso DJ Jah Yogi!
El evento contará con un breve mensaje de la alcaldesa Kebler sobre el “Estado de la Ciudad” (compartiendo las metas y prioridades para el futuro de Bend), música en vivo, actividades para toda la familia, la policía, y los vehículos de bomberos y calles, además de información y personal de diversos departamentos de la ciudad con información sobre sus programas y servicios.
¡Traiga toda la familia y conozca a la gente que trabaja para su Ciudad de Bend!

Art and Wine in Nature!
2024-09-07 15:00 - 19:00 | Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory, 57245 River Rd, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory is home to Central Oregon’s only botanic garden, showcasing the diversity of plant life in the Great Basin ecosystem. Come wander the garden in the cool of the evening and explore local artists who use nature as their inspiration. This evening event will include wine, appetizers, and the sweet sounds of the Obsidian Jazz group.
Featured artists include Copper Moon’s sculpture, Betti Butler’s digital art, Jim Gilmore’s steel sculpture, and Michelle Adam’s photography.
This event is in memory of Harry Hamilton, a long time supporter of Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory’s mission to inspire present and future generations to cherish and understand our natural world.
Admission is free to this incredible display.
