Bend, OR is such an amazing place to be if you love the outdoors, good food/drink, and being in a supportive community. Here are some of my favorite things to do in Bend throughout all the seasons! This post contains affiliate links. If you make a pu...
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Summer/Fall Activities
So many amazing hiking trails to explore and it is just fun to drive down the Cascade Lakes Highway as well. I will make another list about my favorite hikes in Bend/surrounding areas, there are too many!
Drive/Hike along the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway
Handsdown one of my favorite activities is to float the river that goes through the Old Mill/Downtown area
Float along the Deshutes River
During the Fall, Mt. Bachelor hosts Drive In Movies which are very fun!
Movies in the Mountains
Thursdays during the summer are free concerts, food trucks/bouncy houses, and great vibes in Drake Park!
Munch & Music
Best farmer's market in town and free to go to. Great Saturday activity during the summer/fall!
NWX Farmers Market
Live music here all the time. Great indoor and outdoor space to hang out!
Silver Moon Brewing
Rodeo season every summer is a great hit in our community!
Sisters Rodeo
Great concert venue right in the Old Mill district of Bend. Lots of artists come through during the summertime!
Hayden Homes Amphitheater
Tons of great places in Bend to paddleboard/kayak
Standup paddleboarding (SUP) in Bend + Central Oregon
Another great place for live music and outdoor seating to enjoy in the summer. Cafe by morning, and place to enjoy a beverage at night
The Commons Cafe and Taproom
Lots of great spots to mountain bike in Bend
Find a Trail to Bike!
Check out the Bend Buzz for more local weekly events and also to support local journalism/businesses!
The Bend Buzz: Weekly Local Events
Great spot to visit/hike in the fall
Smith Rock State Park
Fun places to visit in the fall- near Smith Rock or Redmond!
Pumpkin Patches
Winter/Spring Activities
Even when it gets snowy and cold, Bend is alive with lots of fun activities to enjoy!
30 minutes from town is Mt. Bachelor- great for skiing/boarding and enjoying great mountain views!
Mt. Bachelor- Ski and Snowboard Resort
Great food, candlelit concerts, what could be better?
The Suttle Lodge- Live Winter Concerts
Enjoy crosscountry skiing or relaxing in the lodge accompanied by a piano concert
Candlelight Piano Concert- Virginia Meissner Sno-Park
This event occurs year round, but fun to enjoy especially in the winter! Shops open late to explore with free drinks/snacks a lot of the time as well.
First Friday Art Walk Downtown Bend
Trivia nights are big in Bend, and you are likley to stumble upon one of them happening each day!
Trivia Nights in Bend, Oregon: Weekly Schedule by Day
Head to the Pavillion to watch some hockey or skate on the rink!
The Pavilion- Ice Rink
Live music, races, food, lights and a good time in the city!
Bend WinterFest
Visit The Last Blockbuster- it even smells the same
Blockbuster
Have a nice dip in the pool with some good drinks or cajun tots to follow!
Old St. Francis School - Soaking Pool
Go on a snowshoe tour with private tour or the forest service!
