Here’s what’s happening in Bend this upcoming weekend.
Friday 4.4
April First Friday: Head down to the Old Mill and downtown for an afternoon/evening of drinks, locally made art, and music. Old Mill – 3 – 6 PM Downtown Bend 5 – 8 PM
Crazy Happy Silly Funny Nerdy Show: Kick off the weekend with a variety of fun performances that may include comedy, storytelling, improv, live music, or odd talents. 7:30 – 9:30 PM Silver Moon Brewing
National Geographic Live: Join Dr. Jess Cramp as she talks about working with sharks and her current role in shark research and conservation. 7:30 PM Tower Theatre
Big Wave Challenge: Whether you want to test your snowboarding skills or just take in the action from the sidelines, the Big Wave Challenge at Mt. Bachelor is always a can’t-miss event. Riders test their skills as they make their way down the custom-built course filled with banked turns, quarter pipes, spines, and winter waves. April 4 – 6 Mt. Bachelor
Next to Normal: It’s opening weekend for the Greenhouse Cabarets latest show – Next to Normal. This long-running Broadway Musical has won 3 Tony awards and a Pulitzer Prize, and now it’s Central Oregon’s turn to put its own unique spin on this tale of intimate exploration, loss, and grief. April 4th – May 3rd Greenhouse Cabaret
Saturday 4.5
Throwback Prom: Dance through the decades at the Throwback Prom at the Boys and Girls Club of Bend. There will be a live DJ, food from Zydeco, and beverages from Kobold Brewing and Backdrop Distilling. 7 – 10 PM Boys and Girls Club of Bend
Spring makers market: Kick off spring market season with live music, crafts from 20+ vendors, and proceeds going to support the Environmental center. 3 – 7 PM Immersion Brewing
Queen of the Tetons: Get a sneak peek of things to come from the Bend Film Festival and learn about Grizzly 399, perhaps the most famous and most photographed grizzly bear in the world. This film follows Grizzly 399 as she navigates the changing world around her. 6:30 PM Tower Theatre
AD Glass demo day: Want to get a sneak peek at the studio that made those cool glass shamrocks last month? AD Glass is holding an open house where you can come watch a live glass blowing demo and browse their handmade items. 10 AM – 6 PM AD Glass
Sunday 4.6
Horse Butte 10 mile trail run: Put on your favorite western-themed running attire and churn out some miles on the dirt at the Horse Butte 10 mile trail run. 9 AM Horse Butte
Wildlife coaster making with Think Wild: Create your own unique wildlife-themed coasters for your home and support local wildlife org Think Wild at the same time. 4 – 6 PM Bridge 99 Brewery
Live Music Highlights:
Friday 4.4
- Club Latino Vibez at Midtown Ballroom – 9 PM
- Junaco and Palo Sopraño at Silver Moon Brewing – 7 PM
- Old & In The Way at Commonwealth Pub – 8 PM
- Superball at Silver Moon Brewing – 7 PM
- Rustmouth at Wildwood Bar & Grill – 7 PM
Saturday 4.5
- Dylan Wolfe at Cross-Eyed Cricket – 8 PM
- Long Gone Wilder at Northside Bar & Grill – 8 PM
- That 90’s Band at Silver Moon Brewing – 7 PM
- Dirtwire at Midtown Ballroom – 8 PM
- Reverie at COCC Wille Hall – 7 PM
Sunday 4.6
- Seals & Crofts 2 at Tower Theatre – 7:30 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!