Here’s what’s happening in Bend this upcoming weekend.
Friday 5.2
Ruffwear warehouse sale: Take advantage of the fact that we live in the home of Ruffwear HQ by scoring some sweet deals on discontinued gear, lightly blemished seconds, and returns at their warehouse sale. The sale runs 12 – 5 PM on Friday and 10 AM – 3 PM on Saturday. 2843 NW Lolo Dr
Steve Hofstetter in Bend: Come see the comedian who has racked up hundreds of millions of views on social media and sold out shows around the country. 7 PM The Capitol
First Friday: Head to the Old Mill and downtown Bend for an evening of art, drinks, and snacks at First Friday. The weather is finally warming up, so throw on some shorts and a puffy and truly look like a local. 3 – 8 PM Old Mill & Downtown Bend
Paranormal Cirque: The circus takes on a spooky twist with the Paranormal Cirque at the Deschutes County Expo Center. Leave the kids at home for this frighteningly good time. 7:30 PM and running all weekend
Home and garden show: Head next door for a slightly less frightening experience at the Home and Garden show. Browse the displays from over 200 vendors and attend the live demos and educational seminars. Fri – Sun 10 AM – 5 PM (4 PM on Sun)
Saturday 5.3
Lava City roller derby: It’s roller derby season, and Lava City Roller Derby is taking on the Sick Town (Corvallis) crew at The Pavilion. 3:30 PM The Pavilion
Cat cafe sound bath: Spend a relaxing morning with some furry feline friends at the cat cafe sound bath. 9 – 10 AM Playful Paws Cat Cafe
Paws & Petals Spring Market: Want more pet-themed fun? Join the crew at VRCCO for the Paws & Petals spring market. There will be food from Ponch’s Place, vendors, live music, and an adoption tent from Street Dog Hero. 11 AM – 5 PM Ponch’s Place
Derby derps: Kentucky Derby meets Mystery Science Theater 3000. Put on your best derby hat, enjoy some mint juleps, and take in an afternoon of comedy at Silver Moon Brewing. 1 – 4:30 PM Silver Moon Brewing
Fire & burlesque: The evenings are still cold in Central Oregon but this show promises to be a hot one. This show combines fire dancing, singing, and burlesque. 8 – 10 PM Silver Moon Brewing
Sunday 5.4
Buzz into beekeeping: Learn the ins and outs of bees and beekeeping with this class taught by the owner of Broadus Bees. You’ll get to learn about bees, observe a working hive, and taste different varieties of honey. 1 – 4 PM Well Rooted Farm ( 20377 Swalley Rd)
The magic of mocktails: Up your mocktail game with this free class at the Downtown Bend Library with JoAnna from Bon Esprits Bottles. 3 – 4 PM Downtown Bend Library
Adult baseball combine: Want to join an adult baseball team for the summer season? Come to the adult baseball combine where team managers will be on hand to determine if you’re the next Aaron Judge. 10 AM Vince Genna Stadium
Live Music Highlights:
Friday 5.2
- Passage at Volcanic Theatre Pub – 8 PM
- Bryan Martin at Midtown Ballroom – 7 PM
- Leadbetter Band at Silver Moon Brewing – 7 PM
- Haute Melange at Wildwood Bar & Grill – 7 PM
- Chained to Stone at Hawkeye & Huckleberry – 8:30 PM
- Rod DeGeorge Band at Commonwealth Pub – 8 PM
Saturday 5.3
- Oregon Fryer at Wildwood Bar & Grill – 7 PM
- Superball at Commonwealth Pub – 8 PM
- Jaws of Brooklyn at Silver Moon Brewing – 7 PM
- Flatland Cavalry at Midtown Ballroom – 7:30 PM
Sunday 5.4
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Our full list of weekend events will be published in the Friday newsletter, so keep your eyes peeled. In the meantime, have a great week, Bend!