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Featured Events This Week
August 4th - August 10th, 2026
🐾 Hungry Hound's Second Saturday: Paws & Pints
📍 Greg's Grill Lawn, Old Mill District, Bend
📅 Saturday, August 8 | 🕛 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
💲 Free Admission (Food, beverages & vendor purchases available.)
There are plenty of places to grab a drink with friends in Bend, but only one where your four-legged best friend is the guest of honor. Hungry Hound's monthly Paws & Pints gathering returns to the Old Mill District for an afternoon of local vendors, adoptable dogs, pet-friendly shopping, live demonstrations and plenty of social time for both humans and pups.
Hosted on the lawn beside Greg's Grill, this community favorite is equal parts adoption event and neighborhood gathering. Visitors can meet rescue organizations, browse pet products, enjoy lunch or a local brew, and maybe even meet a new family member. Whether you arrive with your own dog or simply love being surrounded by happy tails, it's one of Bend's most feel-good summer events.
🎻 Late for the Train Plays Dead
📍 Father Luke's Room, McMenamins Old St. Francis School, Bend
📅 Wednesday, August 5 | 🕖 7:00 PM
💲 Free • All Ages
Fans of the Grateful Dead won't want to miss this special stop during McMenamins' annual Days Between celebration honoring Jerry Garcia. Northern California favorites Late for the Train bring their signature blend of bluegrass, Americana and improvisational jam music to an intimate setting that's perfectly suited for an evening of classic Dead-inspired tunes.
Rather than simply covering familiar songs, the band adds its own acoustic style and musical personality to every performance, creating a show that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly original. Grab dinner beforehand, settle into Father Luke's Room, and enjoy a laid-back summer night filled with timeless music and outstanding musicianship.
🏍️ MX13 Arenacross
📍 Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, Redmond
📅 Friday & Saturday, August 7–8 | 🕖 Main Events Begin at 7:00 PM
💲 Adults $20 • Ages 6–12 $15 • Ages 5 & Under Free
Expect two nights of nonstop action as MX13 Arenacross transforms the Deschutes County Fairgrounds into one of the Pacific Northwest's biggest indoor-style motocross experiences. Riders from across the region will battle through rhythm sections, technical turns and soaring jumps while competing for cash, championships and bragging rights.
The weekend features racing for everyone from young riders just starting out to seasoned professionals, plus freestyle motocross demonstrations that send riders flying high above the course. With stadium lighting, roaring engines and edge-of-your-seat competition, it's one of the most exciting spectator events happening in Central Oregon this week.
Central Oregon EventsAugust 4 – 10, 2026 |
| Bend |
| Tuesday, August 4 |
| 🎨 Haute Melange — 6:00–8:00 PM at Stoller Wine Bar. Monthly jazz performance celebrating local musicians. More info 🤝 Days Between: A Celebration of Jerry Garcia — All day, Aug 1–9 at McMenamins Old St. Francis School. Nine days of music, art, and community celebrating Jerry Garcia's birthday. More info |
| Wednesday, August 5 |
| 📌 Bend Farmer's Market — 11:00 AM–3:00 PM at Brooks Street Alley. Fresh local produce, artisan goods, and live music. More info 🎵 Live Music Wednesday at Century Commons — 6:00–8:00 PM at Century Commons Taps & Trucks. Weekly live music with food trucks and beer. More info 🎵 Late For The Train Plays Dead — 7:00 PM at Tower Theatre. Grateful Dead tribute band brings the classic rock experience to the stage. More info |
| Thursday, August 6 |
| 🎵 Luke Bryan – Word On The Street Tour — Hayden Homes Amphitheater. Five-time Entertainer of the Year brings his country hit tour to Bend. More info ⚽ Yoga in the Wild — Mt Bachelor. Weekly outdoor yoga session with fresh mountain air and scenic views. More info 🍔 Sunset Dinners — 5:00–9:00 PM at Mt Bachelor. Thursday through Sunday evening dining experience through September 1. More info 🎵 Munch N' Music — 5:30–9:00 PM at Drake Park. Bend's beloved summer tradition returns with food and live music in the park. More info 📌 Author Event: D.E.K. Blair — 6:00–7:00 PM at Herringbone Bookstore. Meet fantasy author D.E.K. Blair. More info 🎵 Sidney Joseph — 6:00–8:00 PM at The Lot. Multi-instrumentalist performs original music. More info 📌 Exhale & Empty: A Breathwork Release — 7:00–8:00 PM at Namaspa Yoga Studio. Evening of conscious connected breathing for release and renewal. More info 🎵 Jerry's Middle Finger — 8:30 PM at Tower Theatre. Three decades after Jerry Garcia, this close-knit band keeps the music alive. More info |
| Friday, August 7 |
| 🎨 First Friday Art Walk — Downtown Bend. August theme celebration with galleries open late. More info 🎨 First Friday Opening: Future Mythologies by North Pole Studio — 5:00–7:00 PM at Scalehouse Gallery. New exhibition featuring contemporary artists. More info 📌 Elevation Bend Farmers Market — 3:00–7:00 PM. Weekly Friday market with local vendors and artisans. More info 📌 First Fridays at Pine + Prism: The Liminal Library — 5:00–9:00 PM at Pine & Prism Wellness Center. Curated assortment of artists, tarot, and aura photography. More info 🤝 First Friday Block Party! — 5:30–8:30 PM at The Commons Cafe & Taproom. Monthly community celebration. More info 🎵 Live at the Vineyard: Emily Stanton featuring High Street — 6:00–9:00 PM at Faith Hope & Charity Vineyards. Local talent performs among the vines. More info 🎵 Creekside Summer Concert Series 2026 — 6:30 PM at Creekside Beer Garden. Weekly Friday concerts through September. More info 🎵 Live Music at Cadillac's: Anthony Ray — 7:00–10:30 PM at Cadillac's. Live music Friday and Saturday. More info 🎵 Sarah McLachlan Better Broken Tour w/Allison Russell — 7:00 PM at Hayden Homes Amphitheater. Global phenomenon returns with her breakthrough tour. More info 🎵 Call Down Thunder — 7:00 PM at McMenamins Old St. Francis School. Part of the nine-day Jerry Garcia celebration. More info |
| Saturday, August 8 |
| 👶 Winnie-the-Pooh — Open Space Event Studios. Youth theatre production of the beloved classic, running Aug 7–16. More info 🎵 Live Music at Cadillac's: Anthony Ray — 7:00–10:30 PM at Cadillac's. Second night of live music. More info 🎵 Tedeschi Trucks Band Future Soul Tour — Hayden Homes Amphitheater. Grammy-winning blues-rock duo brings their soulful sound to Bend. More info 🤝 Serendipity Saturday Market — Bend. Local vendors and artisan goods. More info 🍔 Hungry Hound's Second Saturday: Paws & Pints — Bend. Monthly community event with food, drinks, and furry friends welcome. More info 🍔 Tomi Mart 2026 Matsuri and 4th Annual Ramen Eating Contest — Bend. Japanese festival celebration with ramen competition. More info |
| Sunday, August 9 |
| 🍔 Sip, Savor, & Support Series — Bend. Culinary and wine tasting event supporting local causes. More info 🎵 Live Music Saturdays at Century Commons — Century Commons. Weekly Saturday live music. More info 📌 Only Yesterday – A Softer Side of The Seventies — Bend. Musical tribute to the soft rock era. More info 🎵 Hunter Hayes — Hayden Homes Amphitheater. Country music star performs his hits. More info ⚽ Haulin' Aspen Trail Race — Bend. Trail running event through scenic high desert terrain. More info 🍔 Beats & Bites Brunch: Amanda Wrenn & Patrick Leonard — Bend. Live music paired with brunch. More info 📌 Solar Telescope Viewing — Bend. Public stargazing and solar observation event. More info 🎵 Sunday Sessions — Bend. Weekly live music series. More info 📌 Uncharted Project — Bend. Community gathering and exploration event. More info 🎵 Gavin Adcock — Hayden Homes Amphitheater. Rising country artist performs. More info 🎵 Days Between: Gabi Moskowitz & Jim Newton — Bend. Part of the Jerry Garcia celebration series. More info 🎵 Opening Classical Concert: Beethoven, Haydn & Made in America — Bend. Classical music performance featuring iconic composers. More info |
| Redmond |
| Tuesday, August 4 |
| 🤝 National Night Out — 6:00–8:00 PM at Centennial Park. Community-building event with law enforcement, food, and activities for all ages. More info 🤝 In Person Redmond Family Support Group — 6:00–7:00 PM. Monthly support group meeting. More info |
| Wednesday, August 5 |
| 🎵 Music On The Green — 6:00–7:30 PM at American Legion Park. Family-friendly outdoor concert series. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. More info 🍔 Ladies Night at General Duffy's Annex Sports Bar — 5:00–9:00 PM. Weekly ladies night. More info |
| Thursday, August 6 |
| 🎵 Karaoke Night at Blacksmith — 6:30–8:00 PM. Weekly karaoke — also repeats Aug 13, 20, 27. More info |
| Friday, August 7 |
| 📌 Redmond Farmers Market — 3:00–7:00 PM at Centennial Park. Fresh, local, family-friendly fun with vendors and live entertainment. More info 🎨 Redmond First Friday Art Walk — 5:00–8:00 PM at Dry Canyon Community Art Center. Boutique galleries, artist demonstrations, and local art. More info ⚽ 2026 MX13 Arenacross — 6:00 PM at Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center. Motocross events produced by MX13, a Northwest staple for over 25 years. More info 🎵 Karaoke at General Duffy's Annex Sports Bar — 9:00–11:30 PM. Weekly karaoke night. More info |
| Saturday, August 8 |
| 📌 Deschutes Historical Museum Outdoor Antique Fair — Redmond. Browse antique vendors and collectible finds. More info |
| Sisters |
| Tuesday, August 4 |
| 🍔 Suttle Lodge's Wine on the Deck Series: Mellen Meyer Sparkling Wine — 4:00–7:00 PM at The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse. Summer wine series featuring Pacific Northwest winemakers. More info |
| Thursday, August 6 |
| 🎵 The Big Lawn Series — 6:00–8:00 PM at The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse. Perfect stop for touring bands and musicians in a scenic outdoor setting. More info |
| Sunday, August 9 |
| 📌 Sisters Farmers Market — Sisters. Weekly Sunday market with local produce, crafts, and food. More info |
| Sunriver |
| Tuesday, August 4 |
| 🎵 Twilight Cinemas Sunriver Style — The Village at Sunriver. Outdoor movie screenings on select summer evenings. More info |
| Thursday, August 6 |
| 📌 Sunriver Resort Farmers Market — 10:00 AM–2:00 PM at The Backyard at Sunriver Resort. Weekly Thursday market through September 3. More info |
| Friday, August 7 |
| 🎨 Sunriver Art Fair — 9:00 AM–5:00 PM at The Village in Sunriver. Aug 7–9. Ranked as one of the best small-town art fairs in the country. More info 🎵 Live Music Friday: Mango Stew — 7:00–9:00 PM at Currents at the Riverhouse. Island vibes and tropical sounds to kick off the weekend. More info |
| Saturday, August 8 – Sunday, August 9 |
| 🎨 Sunriver Art Fair (continued) — 9:00 AM–5:00 PM at The Village in Sunriver. Final days of the weekend art fair. More info |
| Madras |
| Thursday, August 6 |
| 📌 Madras First Thursdays — 5:00–7:00 PM in Downtown Madras. Local vendors, live music, and community gathering. More info |
| Saturday, August 8 |
| 📌 Madras Saturday Market — Downtown Madras. Weekly Saturday market with local vendors and fresh goods. More info |
| La Pine |
| Saturday, August 8 |
| 📌 Market Day La Pine — La Pine. Weekly community market with local vendors. More info |
| Prineville |
| Saturday, August 8 |
| ⚽ Kayak Interpretive Tours – Prineville Reservoir Day Use — Prineville Reservoir. Guided kayak tours exploring the reservoir's natural history and ecology. More info |
| Fort Rock |
| Sunday, August 9 |
| 📌 Perseids Meteor Shower: Stargazing at Fort Rock — Fort Rock. Catch the annual Perseids meteor shower at one of Central Oregon's darkest sky locations. More info |
Central Oregon Events — August 4–10, 2026 Sources: VisitCentralOregon.com, VisitRedmondOregon.com |
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