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🎖️ Veterans & Community

24th Annual Bend Veterans Day Parade
Where: Downtown Bend (staging & route through downtown) — Map
When: Tue, Nov 11, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
What: The 24th annual tribute, “Service to Nation & Community,” organized by COVO.
More info: Visit Central Oregon event page. (Visit Central Oregon)

Veterans Day Community Pint Night (Project Recover) — General Duffy’s (Redmond)
Where: General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Ave, Redmond — Map
When: Tue, Nov 11, 5:00–8:00 PM
What: Community pint night supporting Project Recover.
More info: Community post mention. (facebook.com)

🎬 Film, 🎭 Theatre & Talks (Bend)

Girl Winter Film Tour — Volcanic Theatre Pub
Where: 70 SW Century Dr, Bend — Map
When: Tue, Nov 11, Doors 6:00 PM / Film 7:00 PM
What: Night of women-centric short ski films. First-come seating.
More info/Tickets: volcanictheatre.com. (Volcanic Theatre)

Art with a Splash of Science — Tower Theatre (Encore Space)
Where: 835 NW Wall St, Bend — Map
When: Wed, Nov 12, 1:00–4:00 PM
What: Weekly hands-on art & science for elementary-aged students.
More info: Tower Theatre calendar. (Tower Theatre)

Frankenstein (Open Caption) — McMenamins Old St. Francis Theater
Where: 700 NW Bond St, Bend — Map
When: Tue, Nov 11, 7:00 PM
What: Classic film screening at the Old St. Francis Theater.
More info/Tickets: McMenamins listing. (McMenamins)

🎵 Live Music (Bend)

The California Honeydrops — Midtown Ballroom
Where: Midtown Ballroom/Domino Room, Bend — Map
When: Thu, Nov 13, evening (see ticket page)
What: Soulful, dance-happy show from the Honeydrops.
More info/Tickets: Eventbrite; Midtown calendar. (Eventbrite)

Vincent Antone — Volcanic Theatre Pub
Where: 70 SW Century Dr, Bend — Map
When: Thu, Nov 13, Doors 8:00 PM
What: Electronic/funk trio — “Local Technique” tour stop.
More info/Tickets: volcanictheatre.com. (Volcanic Theatre)

Church of Neil — A Tribute to Neil Young — Volcanic Theatre Pub
Where: 70 SW Century Dr, Bend — Map
When: Sat, Nov 15, Doors 6:00 PM
What: Live tribute night celebrating Neil Young.
More info/Tickets: volcanictheatre.com calendar. (Volcanic Theatre)

Jazz at the Oxford: The Soul Collective ft. Tower of Power alumni
Where: The Oxford Hotel (Downtown Bend) — Map
When: Sat, Nov 15 — 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM seatings
What: High-octane soul/funk with Larry Braggs & Roger Smith.
More info/Tickets: BendTicket & Source listings. (Bend Ticket)

Saturday Jazz Sessions — Brandon Campbell Trio @ River’s Place
Where: 787 NE Purcell Blvd, Bend — Map
When: Sat, Nov 15, 6:00–8:00 PM
What: Gypsy-jazz trio on the Eastside.
More info: River’s Place lineup. (River's Place)

Open Mic Night on the Moon — Silver Moon Brewing
Where: 24 NW Greenwood Ave, Bend — Map
When: Sun, Nov 16, 5:00–8:00 PM
What: Weekly community open mic hosted by Silver Moon.
More info: Silver Moon events page / Source Weekly listing. (Silver Moon Brewing)

🎲 Trivia, Games & Nightlife (Bend)

Tip of the Tongue Trivia — Beach Hut Deli (Downtown)
Where: 852 NW Brooks St, Bend — Map
When: Tue, Nov 11, 6:00–8:00 PM
What: Weekly trivia, prizes, patio vibes near Drake Park.
More info: Downtown Bend events & Beach Hut page. (Downtown Bend Business Association)

🧑‍🎨 Markets & Arts (Redmond)

Dry Canyon Arts Association Fall Art Show
Where: Redmond High School (Highland & Rimrock), Redmond — Map
When: Sat–Sun, Nov 15–16; Sat 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
What: Juried local art show; free admission.
More info: Dry Canyon Arts site & posts. (Dry Canyon Arts)

🍻 Food & Drink / Sports (Redmond)

Happy Hour — Brown’s Stockyard Exchange
Where: 502 SW 6th St (inside SCP Redmond Hotel), Redmond — Map
When: Sun & Mon, Nov 16–17, 4:00–6:00 PM
What: Buy-2-pay-for-1 drinks; daily HH series.
More info: Experience Redmond listing. (Experience Redmond)

🏛️ Ribbon-Cuttings & Chamber (Redmond)

Ribbon Cutting — McDonald’s
Where: Redmond (location per Chamber listing) — Map
When: Tue, Nov 11, 10:30–11:00 AM
What: Chamber ribbon-cutting event.
More info: Visit Redmond events calendar. (Visit Redmond Oregon)

🎄 Bend

85th Annual Holiday Bazaar & Rummage Sale
Where: Bend Church, 680 NW Bond St, Bend
When: Sat, Nov 15, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
What: Long-running church bazaar with handmade gifts, baked goods; proceeds benefit local nonprofits. (Visit Central Oregon)

MVHS Holiday Bazaar
Where: Mountain View High School Auditorium, 2755 NE 27th St, Bend
When: Sat, Nov 15, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
What: Handmade crafts and gifts; supports MVHS special education department. (Visit Central Oregon)

Holiday Bazaar at Tetherow
Where: Tetherow Event Pavilion, 61240 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend
When: Wed, Dec 3, 4:00 PM–8:00 PM
What: Evening shopping; gift wrapping donations benefit Think Wild; toy drive for MountainStar. (Visit Central Oregon)

Schilling’s Holiday Makers Market
Where: Schilling’s Garden Market, 64640 Old Bend–Redmond Hwy, Bend
When: Sat–Sun, Dec 6–7, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
What: 2-day artisan market; parking ticketing link available. (Visit Central Oregon)

Craft-O! Holiday Bazaar (The Workhouse)
Where: Old Iron Works, 50 SE Scott St, Bend
When: Sat–Sun, Dec 13–14, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
What: Beloved indie maker fair with ~50 artisan vendors. (The Workhouse Bend)

🎁 Redmond

Snowflake Boutique (49th Annual)
Where: Deschutes County Fair & Expo, Cascade Lakes South Bldg, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond
When: Fri, Nov 7, 1:00–8:00 PM & Sat, Nov 8, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
What: Large juried holiday boutique; admission charged. (Snowflake Boutique)

Holiday Village Market (Centennial Park)
Where: 446 SW 7th St (Centennial Park), Downtown Redmond
When: Fri–Sat, Nov 28–29; Sat, Dec 6; Sat, Dec 13, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
What: Outdoor seasonal market with artisan gifts, treats, Santa. (Visit Central Oregon)

🛍️ Sisters

Holidays in the Pines
Where: Tollgate Clubhouse, 15004 Saddle Dr, Sisters
When: Fri–Sat, Nov 7–8 (times vary)
What: Handmade/home-grown market with a touch of vintage. (Facebook)

Three Sisters Lions Club Holiday Faire
Where: Sisters Art Station, 282 S Cedar St, Sisters
When: Daily, Nov 28–Dec 20 (Mon–Fri 10–8; Sat 10–6; Sun 10–4)
What: Multi-week indoor market of high-quality handmade items; free admission. (Visit Central Oregon)

The Barn in Sisters – Holiday Makers Market
Where: The Barn in Sisters, 171 E Main Ave, Sisters
When: Sun, Nov 30 & Sun, Dec 7, 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
What: Expanded two-Sunday maker market. (The Barn)

🌟 Sunriver

Sunriver Saturday Holiday Market (SHARC)
Where: SHARC, 57250 Overlook Rd, Sunriver
When: Sat, Nov 29, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
What: Holiday edition of the community market with local artisans. (Sunriver Chamber of Commerce)

🎅 Prineville

Christmas in the Pines
Where: Crook County Fairgrounds, 1280 Main St, Prineville
When: Sat–Sun, Nov 29–30 (times TBA)
What: Seasonal fairgrounds market; family-friendly. (Crook County Fairgrounds)

Prineville Holiday Market (Indoor Arena)
Where: Crook County Fairgrounds, Indoor Arena, 1280 Main St, Prineville
When: Sat, Dec 13 (9:00 AM–4:00 PM) — some listings show Dec 13–14
What: New larger holiday market responding to vendor demand. (Crook County Fairgrounds)

🎄 La Pine

La Pine Christmas Bazaar
Where: La Pine Event Center, 16405 First St, La Pine
When: Fri–Sat, Dec 5–6 (times TBA)
What: Community bazaar with local crafters and food vendors. (Facebook)

🎁 Madras

Madras Holiday Market (Jefferson County Fairgrounds)
Where: 430 SW Fairgrounds Rd, Madras
When: Fri–Sun, Nov 28–30 (Fri 1–7 PM; Sat 9–5; Sun 10–3)
What: Multi-day indoor market hosted by Madras Saturday Market. (Madras Saturday Market)

⛸️ Lace Up—Ice Season Is On at The Pavilion! ❄️

Winter weather showed up right on time, and Bend Park and Rec has officially opened The Pavilion for the ice season! Whether you're into skating, hockey, or curling, there's something for everyone—from now through early April (as long as the weather cooperates). The Pavilion is open daily, from early morning into the night, with open skate sessions every day—no reservations needed. Just drop in, rent some skates if you need to ($4), and glide away. Admission ranges from $8 to $10 depending on age, and there are fun discount sessions like Family Skate and “Cheap Skates” for $8 including rentals.

The crew at The Pavilion worked overnight shifts to get the ice ready, and it all came together just in time. “The arrival of the ice sheet is welcomed by our staff as well as the community,” said Pavilion Manager Clare Gordon. “We’re excited for a full season of programs, drop-ins and events starting right away.”

🎟️ New this year: If you have BPRD’s Fitness, Swim & Skate Pass, you can now skate at The Pavilion at no extra charge! The pass gives you access to public skating (and roller skating in warmer months), plus fitness classes, swim sessions, hot tubs, indoor tracks, and more at Juniper Swim & Fitness Center and Larkspur Community Center. Heads up—many of the current ice programs are nearly full, but registration for the January–March session opens December 9. More info at bendparksandrec.org

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