Travel Oregon - Central Oregon Events

Bend Farmers Market

6.1.2008 - 10.7.2008
June-September, Fridays, 2:00PM-6:00PM

Bend Farmers Market

6.1.2008 - 9.30.2008
Wednesdays, 3:00-7:00pm

Madras Saturday Market

6.1.2008 - 9.30.2008
June-September, Saturdays, 9:00pm-2:00pm, Sahalee Park, 7th & C Street

Prineville Famers Market

6.1.2008 - 10.15.2008
June-mid October, Saturdays, 9:00-12:00, Prineville City Plza, Across from Courthouse

Best of Bend Hotel Tour

6.22.2008 - 10.9.2008
2008 Dates: Best of Bend Hotel Tour - June 22-26, July 6-10, August 3-7, September 14-18, October 5-9 You could spend years and years riding all of the singletrack in Central Oregon, but we understand that might be too much time for a tour, so we have chosen our favorite trails for five days of riding. Choose from camping at a beautiful alpine lake or sleeping on pillow-top mattress in downtown Bend. Our 5-day Cascade Mountains Singletrack Camping & 5-day Best of Bend Hotel Tour incorporate many of the same trails so no one is left out of the goods. Both tours are perfect for advancing beginners, intermediate and advanced riders wanting to enjoy great cross country trails. We customize each tour around the guests riding style and level so everyone goes home tired and happy. Note: For more information on our Cascade Mountains Singletrack Camping please click <a href="http://www.traveloregon.com/Explore-Oregon/Central-Oregon/Upcoming-Events/Fairs-and-Festivals/Cascade-Mountains-Singletrack-Camping.aspx">here</a>.

Bike & Brew Weekend

7.20.2008 - 10.4.2008
2008 Dates: June 20-22, July 11-13, July 25-27, August 8-10, August 22-24, September 19-21, October 3-4 Image yourself zooming down great singletrack through the forest. Afterwards enjoy a private beer tasting at Deschutes Brewery followed by dinner at Deschutes Pub. This fantastic day is followed by two more days of riding and beer sampling at Bend Brewing Company and Cascade Lakes Brewery. This is the winning recipe for our Bike & Brew Weekend. This weekend tour includes everything from hotel accommodations located right in downtown Bend, all meals, special beer tastings and three days of awesome mountain biking. Just show up with your bike or rent one from Cog Wild. With over 200 miles of trails to choose from we will ride Cog Wild's favorites including local secrets to popular, not-to-be missed singletrack. This tour is very popular - we recommend picking a date now and calling to sign up. For parties of 6 or more, we can also offer a private Bike & Brew Tour.

Women's Singletrack Camp

8.15.2008 - 9.7.2008
2008 Dates: August 15-17, September 5-7 Great women, riding, yoga and massage - who could ask for anything more! We expect this tour to be very popular and fill up fast, and for good reason - it is going to be a ton of fun! A women's tour was requested by past guests & designed for biking women to get some much deserved pampering while riding great singletrack, working on bike skills and enjoying great food and company. Both yoga & massage will take place at the campground next to the lake we camp out! All advanced beginners, intermediate level and advanced women riders are invited to join us. With 12 guests maximum per weekend, call today to sign up! For more details on this 2-weekend event, please click <a href="http://www.cogwild.com/Multi-Day-Tours/Womens-Singletrack-Camp/Default.aspx?utm_campaign=Ride%20with%20Cog%20Wild%20this%20summer&utm_content=kristin@traveloregon.com&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=VerticalResponse&utm_term=Click%20here%20for%20more%20information%20about%20the%20Women%27s%20Weekend"target="new">here</a>

"One-O-Two" Artist Reception - High Desert Gallery Group Show

9.1.2008 - 9.20.2008
Annual Group Show "One-O-Two" Join us for a special month and special High Desert Gallery Group Show. September in Sisters is a magical month - Numerous art events, music, and recreational opportunities abound. High Desert Gallery Artists have created a wonderful exhibition and sales of original works for the month of September and the artist in attendance reception on Saturday, Sept 20, 2008 4pm - 7pm. Join us for great art, lively conversation, refreshments and live music. Event is free and open to the public.

Artist Reception - Grace Bishko

9.12.2008
Join us for a wonderful exhibition and sale of nationally known artist, Grace Bishko. New original oils on canvas and more! Meet Grace and enjoy a wonderful evening as High Desert Gallery and Redmond celebrate the Arts while downtown merchants open their doors for "Walk The Art Beat." A celebration of the arts 5pm - 8pm. The event is free and open to the public.

4th Annual Riverfest Celebration

9.13.2008 - 9.14.2008
Exciting NW music! Quality art vendors, food and wine vendors, environmental -ed vendors, raft trips, family friendly!

RiverFest on the Deschutes

9.13.2008
Terrific live music, river/wildlife art, rafting trips, fly casting pond, walk/run event, kids' activities, eco-education displays. Sunday: SOLV River Clean-up & Oregon River Games.

Artist in Attendance Reception : Grace Bishko

9.20.2008
High Desert Gallery - Sisters, Oregon Artist in Attendance Reception: Grace Bishko, Saturday September 20, 2008 4 - 7PM In cooperation with "September in Sisters Art Stroll" A Sisters Community Arts Event. Live music by Jim Cornelius and Friends. Meet Grace. Featuring New Original Paintings and Fine Art Prints.

Sisters Stride Into Autumn

9.21.2008
As we start to say goodbye to the long, hot days of summer and enter the changing of the season into Autumn, Wonders of Walking wants you to enjoy this time of year with the “Sisters Stride Into Autumn”. Beginning and ending at the back entrance of the new, state-of-the-art facilities of the Sisters Athletic Club (SAC), the Stride Into Autumn 10K and 15K route will pass you through the beautiful Sisters areas where you will get a further appreciation of all the beauty Oregon has to offer.

4th Annual Bend Oktoberfest

9.26.2008 - 9.27.2008
Taste a selection of Oktoberfest beers and snack on traditional favorites such as bratwurst with sauerkraut. Traditional Bavarian music and games and a Kinderland for children are featured.

12th Annual Northwest Dodge Dealers Pacific Amateur Golf Classic

9.27.2008 - 10.2.2008
Take part in the premier amateur golf event in the West. Held on eight of Central Oregon's finest courses.

Pilot Butte Run/Walk Challenge

9.27.2008
$5-10 entrance fee, depending on age category.

Bendistillery

10.1.2008 - 11.30.2008
The Bendistillery Martini Bar and Sampling Room showcases an ever-changing variety of martinis and other swanky cocktails created from our own distilled spirits.

Goody's

10.1.2008 - 11.30.2008
Offering that old soda fountain experience, Goody's in Bend and Sunriver serves homemade ice cream, complimented by their homemade syrups. Don't miss Goody's Chocolates, made from the freshest ingredients without use of preservatives or paraffin.

Juniper Grove Farm

10.1.2008 - 11.30.2008
Creating top-quality goat milk cheese in the sunny, high desert of Central Oregon.

Tumalo Farms

10.1.2008 - 11.30.2008
Tucked in the triangle between Bend, Sisters, and Redmond, Tumalo Farms is 84 acres of lush land surrounded by beautiful views of the Cascades. It's a beautiful place to visit, to learn more about the art and science of making cheeses, and to taste our wonderful Artisan Cheeses. The DeCastilhos family welcomes you to Tumalo Farms.

Smith Rock St Pk Oregon Archaeology Celebration

10.1.2008 - 10.31.2008

Pumpkin Patching and "Corn Maize" at Smith Rock

10.1.2008 - 10.31.2008
For the entire month of October, pumpkin picking is a fun outdoor activity for the whole family! Enjoy fall colors and the company of friends and family with this traditional outing. Stop in the harvest market for your fall decorating. With bins full of

National Art & Framing Month at High Desert Gallery

10.1.2008 - 10.31.2008
October is National Art & Framing Month and for the fourth year in a row, High Desert Gallery has participated in the celebration by hosting special events and seminars -- Visit <a href="www.highdesertframing.com"target="new">www.highdesertframing.com</a> for framing tips, design layout ideas , event information and more! The event is free and open to the public.

Bend Fall Festival

10.6.2008 - 10.7.2008
The annual Bank of the Cascades Bend Fall Festival, promises a fabulous array of music, art, food, and fun.

Bend Film Festival

10.9.2008 - 10.12.2008
BendFilm Festival - Where filmmakers are Gods. On the second weekend of October, Bend, Oregon is transformed from a recreational haven into a small-town possessed by the film industry’s soul. The nation gathers to behold the work of the most talented independent filmmakers. Downtown theaters, lecture sites, music rooms and party venues spark with the energy excited by the overwhelming presence of cinema. The event runs deeper than the marathon film-watching that fills guest’s schedules from dawn until, well, dawn. Everyone you see on the sidewalks, in the restaurants and bars makes, cares or has an opinion about film. It is the serendipitous encounters and ensuing discussions with the filmmakers and fellow passholders that makes the weekend so inspiring and affecting.

Volcano Vineyards Winemaker's Dinner

10.11.2008
Winemaker's dinner with Volcano Vineyards; double Gold Medal Winner at the 2008 Riverside International Wine Competition. Payment due at time of reservation, no refunds. Seating is extremely limited, will be assigned on a first-reserved, first-served basis. Starts at 7pm.

Sisters Harvest Faire

10.11.2008 - 10.12.2008
Quality, handcrafted products, live music, kids activities, contests, food & more.

Sisters Harvest Faire

10.11.2008 - 10.12.2008
The Sisters Harvest Faire will feature over 200 juried vendors selling quality handcrafted items. Pottery, metal art, photography, painting, jewelry, clothing, furniture, home décor and much more. This event is celebrating its 26th year. Live entertainment, food court and free admission. Hours are 10–4 both days.

Sisters Harvest Faire

"Bounty" Artist Reception - Harvest Fair and High Desert Gallery Group Show

10.11.2008
Join us for the annual Harvest Fair in Downtown Sisters and High Desert Gallery's Group Show -- Our artists have created some great work for the show and will be in attendance at the reception. Join us for great art, lively conversation, refreshments and live music by Doug and Katie Cavanaugh ! The event is free and open to the public.

Oregon Bounty Fall Festival at Maragas Winery

10.18.2008
11am – 5pm – Oregon Bounty Fall Festival at Maragas Winery: In addition to featuring their wines, Maragas Winery is partnering with Bend restaurant, < a href=""target="new">Baldy’s BBQ</a>, for a pig roast and will have three local breweries present. Come also for their wine barrel sale!

Volcano Vineyards Winemaker's Dinner

11.8.2008
Winemaker's dinner with Volcano Vineyards; double Gold Medal Winner at the 2008 Riverside International Wine Competition. Payment due at time of reservation, no refunds. Seating is extremely limited, will be assigned on a first-reserved, first-served basis. Starts at 7pm.

Wine and Art Festival

11.8.2008 - 11.10.2008

Columbia River Pro Rodeo

11.14.2008 - 11.18.2008
The Columbia River Prorodeo Circuit is a part of the circuit system within the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. The Columbia River Circuit is comprised of Washington, Oregon and Idaho.

High Desert Gallery Artist Reception Nye Bennett Miller, Ingrid Lustig, Glen Corbett

11.28.2008
Celebrate the Arts in Redmond while downtown merchants open their doors for "Walk The Art Beat." A celebration of the arts. What better way then by joining us for a trio of great Central Oregon Artists ... Nye Bennett Miller, Ingrid Lustig, and Glen Corbett. A great exhibition and sale of fine art, paintings, sculpture and more -- High Desert Gallery will host live music, refreshments and lively conversation. Meet Nye, Ingrid and Glen! The event is free and open to the public.

Bonfire on the Snow

12.1.2008 - 4.1.2009
Snowshoe to a hand-carved amphitheater and enjoy delectable desserts and hot drinks around a glowing bonfire. Includes guide, snowshoes, instruction, transportation, dessert and drinks.