Here’s what’s happening in Bend this upcoming weekend.
Friday 5.30
Friday Night Roller Dance: It’s costume night at the Friday night roller dance at The Pavilion. Maybe that oversized dinosaur costume will help break your fall. 7:30 PM The Pavilion
An evening with Goose: Concert season at the Amphitheater is back in full swing with Goose flying into town for a Friday night show. 6:30 PM Hayden Homes Amphitheater
Full Draw film tour: Come catch year 15 of the Full Draw film tour at the Tower Theatre. This tour features the best in bowhunting films from the past year. 7 PM Tower Theatre
Saturday 5.31
Summer with the library kickoff: We all know that summer doesn’t really start around here until the 4th of July but that isn’t stopping the library from throwing their summer kickoff party. The event will have kid-friendly live music and exhibits from the Children’s Museum! 10 AM – Noon Alpenglow Park
Senior dog prom: Dress your senior pup in their best Western attire for the Senior Dog prom at Midtown Yacht Club. There will be prizes for the best dressed, cutest couple, and more. 12 – 4 PM Midtown Yacht Club
Paddlefest 2025: Get ready for summer on the river with Paddlefest 2025 at Tumalo Creek Kayak. They will have all sorts of watercraft on hand that you can take for a free test ride…err, paddle. 10 AM Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe
NWX Farmers Market opening day: Last but not least in the Bend farmer’s market lineup is the NWX Farmer’s Market and they are celebrating their season kickoff on Saturday. So head up for fresh produce, handmade goods, and tasty treats on what should be a beautiful Saturday morning. 10 AM – 2 PM NW Crossing Dr
Sunday 6.1
5k color run: A few years back color runs seemed to be all the rage. Well, what’s that saying about if you wait long enough it’ll come back in style? Throw on your favorite white running gear and prepare to get colorful at the 5K color run hosted by Summit High. 3 PM 3030 NW Elwood Ln
Trivia night at Commonwealth: Show off those trivia chops with trivia night at Commonwealth Pub. 4 – 6 PM Commonwealth Pub
Coffee & cargo bikes: Head down to the plaza outside of the Commons Cafe for a celebration of all things cargo bikes. Bring your cargo bike to show off, test drive new models, and share stories of that time you lugged a Costco haul up Awbrey Butte. 11 AM – 3 PM Commons Cafe Plaza
Live Music Highlights:
Friday 5.30
- Polyrhythmics at Volcanic Theatre Pub – 10:30 PM
- Linda Quon & Hello Trouble at Silver Moon Brewing – 7:30 PM
- The Hasbens & SakoYana at the Domino Room – 10:30 PM
- Blü Egyptian at Commonwealth Pub – 10:15 PM
Saturday 5.31
- Chained to Stone at Silver Moon Brewing – 7:30 PM
- Broken Top Bluegrass at Wildwood Bar & Grill – 7 PM
- High Desert Chamber Music Popup Concert at Looney Bean – 2 PM
- The Black Keys at Hayden Homes Amphitheater – 7 PM
Sunday 6.1
- Cascade Winds spring concert at Summit High School – 2 PM
- Leon Bridges at Hayden Homes Amphitheater – 6:30 PM
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!