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Things to Do in Bend: Events, Live Music & What's On This Week

From summer concerts at Hayden Homes Amphitheater and shows at the historic Tower Theatre to brewery nights, Deschutes River days and Mt. Bachelor adventures, WOW Bend is your guide to what's on, and where, across Central Oregon.

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Top 7 Things to Do in Bend This Week

7 standout Bend events from the Evvnt calendar this week, from live music and comedy to sports and family days out. All times Pacific.

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  1. Robby Rothschild

    Tower Theatre

    Live music at Tower Theatre, Bend, OR.

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  2. Emily Catalano

    Volcanic Theatre Pub

    Arts & entertainment at Volcanic Theatre Pub, Bend, OR.

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  3. Patrick Lamb: Jazz At the Oxford Presents James Torme, Son of Mel Torme Celebrating 100 Years

    The Oxford Hotel

    Live music at The Oxford Hotel, Bend, OR.

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  4. Rooster Blackspur Live in Concert

    Open Arts Center

    Live music at Open Arts Center, Bend, OR.

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  5. 8-Month School of Wizardry

    Skyliner Lodge

    Event at Skyliner Lodge, Bend, OR.

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  6. Swan Lake

    Tower Theatre - Bend

    Arts & entertainment at Tower Theatre - Bend, Bend, OR.

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  7. Kristen Ford

    GoodLife Brewing Company

    Live music at GoodLife Brewing Company, Bend, OR.

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Dates, times and availability can change; please confirm with the organizer before you go.Updated Oct 13, 2026

Where to go

Bend Neighborhoods & Venues

Every corner of Bend has its own scene. Here's where the city comes alive after dark and on weekends.

Downtown Bend

Wall and Bond streets: restaurants, bars, the Tower Theatre and Drake Park on Mirror Pond.

Old Mill District

Shops and riverside dining on the Deschutes River, home of Hayden Homes Amphitheater.

Westside & Galveston

Neighborhood pubs and restaurants along Galveston Avenue, close to the river and the road to Mt. Bachelor.

The Box Factory

A converted mill complex of breweries, eateries and local shops, next door to Crux Fermentation Project.

NorthWest Crossing

A walkable west-side neighborhood with local shops, restaurants and a summer farmers market.

Midtown

Greenwood Avenue and Third Street, home of Midtown Ballroom and a mix of bars, food carts and venues.

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Bend Events FAQ

What's on in Bend this weekend?

The WOW Bend events calendar on this page lists concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, festivals, family activities and more across Bend and Central Oregon. Use the category filters and the map to narrow events by date, type and neighborhood, and check our Top 10 Things to Do in Bend This Week for ideas.

What are some free things to do in Bend?

Plenty of Bend favorites cost nothing. You can walk the Deschutes River Trail through the Old Mill District, stroll Drake Park and Mirror Pond downtown, and take in the views from Pilot Butte. Choose Community in the calendar to see local listings.

Where can I see live music in Bend?

Hayden Homes Amphitheater in the Old Mill District hosts big summer concerts, the Tower Theatre and Midtown Ballroom bring touring acts, and Volcanic Theatre Pub and Bend's breweries host local bands. Choose Live Music in the calendar to see upcoming shows.

How do I list my event in Bend?

Submit your event for free through Evvnt using the List Your Event Free button on this page. Events submitted through Evvnt can be syndicated across Evvnt's network of 2,594 local news and media event calendars across the USA. Organizers can also add paid promotion, boosts and ticketing.

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Is there a Bend events newsletter?

Yes. Sign up for the free WOW Bend newsletter on this page to get a roundup of things to do in Bend delivered to your inbox. You can unsubscribe at any time.