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Event Listings for December 9th through December 15th

Bend

🎭 Theatre & Performing Arts

Nutcracker – Grand Kyiv Ballet
Where: Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97703 🗺️
When: Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 7:00 p.m. (Central Oregon Vacation Homes)
What: International touring company Grand Kyiv Ballet brings the classic holiday story “The Nutcracker” to Bend with full costumes, sets, and traditional choreography.
More info/tickets: https://www.towertheatre.org

Elf – Holiday Movie Screening
Where: Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97703 🗺️
When: Thursday, December 11, 2025, 7:00 p.m. (Central Oregon Vacation Homes)
What: Cozy up for a big-screen showing of the Will Ferrell holiday favorite “Elf,” complete with theater concessions and festive vibes downtown.
More info/tickets: https://www.towertheatre.org

Broadway in Bend – Holiday Edition
Where: Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97703 🗺️
When: Friday & Saturday, December 12–13, 2025, 7:30 p.m. (Central Oregon Vacation Homes)
What: A high-energy evening of Broadway hits performed by touring vocalists and local talent, featuring showstoppers and holiday favorites.
More info/tickets: https://www.towertheatre.org

🧒 Kids & Family / Creative

Kids’ “Art With a Splash of Science” Workshop
Where: Tower Theatre (education space), 835 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97703 🗺️
When: Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 1:00–4:00 p.m. (events.ktvz.com)
What: Hands-on art-and-science projects for kids, blending creative experiments with take-home art pieces in a guided workshop setting.
More info/tickets: via Visit Bend events calendar or https://www.towertheatre.org

🎨 Art & Makers / Markets

Magical Markets of Merriment
Where: Somewhere That’s Green Plant Shoppe, 1017 NE 2nd St, Bend, OR 97701 🗺️
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (Visit Redmond Oregon)
What: Indoor holiday makers market featuring local artists, plant-themed gifts, handmade goods, and cozy winter shopping in Bend’s east side.
More info/tickets: https://www.facebook.com/somewherethatsgreenbend

🧠 Trivia • Bingo • Karaoke • Games

Action Sports Trivia Night
Where: Spider City Brewing – Brewery Tap Room, 1177 SE 9th St, Bend, OR 97702 🗺️
When: Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 5:00–8:00 p.m. (The Source - Bend, Oregon)
What: A themed trivia night focused on action sports, with team play, extra mini-challenges, and prizes in Spider City’s taproom.
More info/tickets: https://www.bendsource.com (search “Action Sports Trivia Night”)

Not’Cho Grandma’s Bingo – Healing Reins Fundraiser
Where: Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave, Bend, OR 97703 🗺️
When: Sunday, December 14, 2025, 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (The YOUNI Movement)
What: High-energy, adults-friendly bingo party benefiting Healing Reins, with loud music, drag-style hosting, and prizes; reserved seats support The YOUNI Movement.
More info/tickets: https://younimovement.com/pages/upcoming-youni-events

Trivia Thursdays at Bend Brewing Company
Where: Bend Brewing Company, 1019 NW Brooks St, Bend, OR 97703 🗺️
When: Thursday, December 11, 2025, 6:00–8:00 p.m. (Bend Brewing Company)
What: Weekly pub trivia by the river—teams compete over general-knowledge questions with craft beer, pub food, and prizes.
More info/tickets: https://www.bendbrewingco.com/calendar-events

Karaoke Night at Big E’s Sports Bar & Grill
Where: Big E’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1012 SE Cleveland Ave, Bend, OR 97702 🗺️
When: Friday, December 12, 2025, 8:00–11:00 p.m. (The Bulletin)
What: 21+ karaoke night with full bar and sports-bar atmosphere—step up to the mic for classics, rock anthems, and holiday tunes.
More info/tickets: listed in the Bend Bulletin “live music & nightlife” event guide

🏃 Outdoor & Stargazing

Geminids Meteor Shower Snowshoe Tour
Where: Meet at Wanderlust Tours (exact meet-up provided at booking), Bend, OR 🗺️
When: Saturday & Sunday, December 13–14, 2025, 7:00–11:00 p.m. (Visit Bend)
What: Guided nighttime snowshoe tour into the Central Oregon backcountry to watch peak Geminids meteor activity, with hot drinks and naturalist commentary.
More info/tickets: https://www.wanderlusttours.com

Holiday Lights Paddle Parade on the Deschutes
Where: Launch from Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Bend, OR 97702 🗺️
When: Friday, December 12, 2025, 4:00–5:30 p.m. (Old Mill District)
What: Decorated kayaks and canoes glide through the Old Mill stretch of the Deschutes in a luminous holiday paddle parade—spectators line the riverbanks to watch.
More info/tickets: https://www.tumalocreek.com or Old Mill District events page

Redmond

🎨 Art & Makers / Markets

Holiday Village Market – Downtown Redmond
Where: Centennial Park, 446 SW 7th St, Redmond, OR 97756 🗺️
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (Travel Oregon)
What: Outdoor holiday market with local craft vendors, gifts, food trucks, and family activities in the heart of downtown Redmond.
More info/tickets: https://www.visitredmondoregon.com (search “Holiday Village Market”)

Gompers Christmas Market
Where: Gompers Distillery, 611 NE Jackpine Ct, Redmond, OR 97756 🗺️
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025, 12:00–5:00 p.m. (Visit Central Oregon)
What: Indoor/outdoor Christmas market hosted by Gompers Distillery with local artisans, cocktails, and small-batch gin tastings.
More info/tickets: event listing via Visit Redmond and Gompers Distillery social channels

Sisters

🎨 Art & Makers / Markets

Three Sisters Lions Club 14th Annual Holiday Faire
Where: Sisters Art Station, 204 W Adams Ave, Sisters, OR 97759 🗺️
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (The Popup Pros)
What: Long-running holiday faire featuring regional artisans, handmade gifts, baked goods, and raffles, benefiting local Lions Club community projects.
More info/tickets: listed on Sisters-area holiday events calendars

🎶 Live Music & Concerts

Fireside Music Series – Machado Mijiga
Where: The Suttle Lodge, 13300 US-20, Sisters, OR 97759 🗺️
When: Thursday, December 11, 2025, 6:00–8:00 p.m. (Sisters Oregon)
What: Intimate fireside set by Machado Mijiga in The Skip Bar & Restaurant, with cozy cabin vibes, food, and drinks.
More info/tickets: https://thesuttlelodge.com (Fireside Music Series)

🧠 Trivia • Bingo • Games

Weekly No-Limit Texas Hold ’em Poker Tournament
Where: Sisters Saloon & Ranch Grill, 190 E Cascade Ave, Sisters, OR 97759 🗺️
When: Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 5:30–8:30 p.m. (Sisters Saloon & Ranch Grill)
What: Long-running upstairs poker tournament with a $20 buy-in and rotating rules each week; arrive early to register and grab dinner or drinks.
More info/tickets: https://sisterssaloon.net/live-music (event calendar)

Prineville

🎄 Lights, Markets & Family Fun

Christmas in the Pines – Drive-Thru Light Experience
Where: Crook County Fairgrounds, 1280 S Main St, Prineville, OR 97754 🗺️
When: Nightly, Tuesday–Monday, December 9–15, 2025, 5:30–9:00 p.m. (Travel Oregon)
What: Drive-thru holiday light show with animated displays, tunnels of lights, and festive scenes throughout the fairgrounds; proceeds support local nonprofits.
More info/tickets: https://www.crookcountyfairgrounds.com

1st Annual Prineville Holiday Market
Where: Indoor Arena, Crook County Fairgrounds, 1280 S Main St, Prineville, OR 97754 🗺️
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (AllEvents)
What: New indoor holiday market featuring handmade crafts, food vendors, gifts, and seasonal décor—perfect to pair with the evening light show.
More info/tickets: Crook County Fairgrounds events page

Sunriver & La Pine

🧒 Kids, Family & Holiday Traditions (Sunriver)

Under the Starlit Pines – Sunriver Women’s Club Fundraiser
Where: Great Hall, Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707 🗺️
When: Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 5:00–9:30 p.m. (sunriverwomensclub.org)
What: Elegant holiday evening under twinkling lights with dinner, live entertainment, and fundraising activities to support Sunriver Women’s Club community grants.
More info/tickets: https://sunriverwomensclub.org

Sunriver Holiday Light Show
Where: The Lodge at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707 🗺️
When: Nightly, Tuesday–Monday, December 9–15, 2025, shows at 5:30, 6:30 & 7:30 p.m. (Village Properties at Sunriver)
What: Synchronized holiday light show choreographed to music on the lodge grounds; stroll the lit pathways between shows.
More info/tickets: https://www.sunriverresort.com/traditions

Gingerbread Junction
Where: The Lodge at Sunriver Resort, lobby, 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707 🗺️
When: Daily, December 9–15, 2025, during lodge lobby hours (Village Properties at Sunriver)
What: Annual gingerbread village display created by local businesses, organizations, and families; free to visit and wander through.
More info/tickets: https://www.sunriverresort.com/traditions

🎨 Art & Makers / Creative (Sunriver)

Art Classes at The Village at Sunriver
Where: The Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707 🗺️
When: Thursday, December 11, 2025, 5:30–7:30 p.m. (The Village at Sunriver)
What: Instructor-led evening art class in the Village, with all supplies provided—ideal for a creative night out for adults and older kids.
More info/tickets: https://www.villageatsunriver.com/events-page

Holiday Art Cards Workshop
Where: The Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707 🗺️
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025, 2:00–5:00 p.m. (The Village at Sunriver)
What: Hands-on workshop to design and create your own holiday greeting cards using a variety of artistic techniques and materials.
More info/tickets: https://www.villageatsunriver.com/events-page

Madras

🎨 Art & Makers / Markets

Holiday Book Bazaar – Jefferson County Library Association
Where: Jefferson County Event Complex, 430 SW Fairgrounds Rd, Madras, OR 97741 🗺️
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (AllEvents)
What: Fundraising book bazaar with donated and withdrawn books, gifts, and media, supporting Jefferson County Library programs—great for budget-friendly holiday shopping.
More info/tickets: Jefferson County Library / Jefferson County Event Complex event listing

🎄 Bend

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 and Surrounding Area

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

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)

🌟 Sunriver/La Pine

🎅 Prineville

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)

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