11 Things to Do in Bend OR This Week · August 20–23, 2026

Arts & Culture

Season Finale Classical Concert: Appalachia & Spring

The Sunriver Music Festival closes its season at Tower Theatre with conductor Brett Mitchell and violinist Tessa Lark in a program featuring iconic American orchestral works.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 7:30 PM · Tower Theatre, Bend

Almorzar & Aprender | Lunch & Learn

Practice your Spanish over lunch at this bilingual social meetup hosted by Central Oregon Spanish Meetups.

Friday, August 21, 2026 12:00 PM · Bend

Outdoors & Active

Yoga in the Wild at Mt. Bachelor

Rejuvenate with yoga in the fresh mountain air at Mt. Bachelor, offered weekly on Thursdays.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 · Mt. Bachelor, Bend

Bend Beer Run

A scenic run through Drake Park, Downtown Bend, and along the Deschutes River Trail with four craft beer stops along the way, followed by complimentary entry to the Little Woody Festival.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 · Drake Park area, Bend

Music & Nightlife

NEEDTOBREATHE at Hayden Homes Amphitheater

NEEDTOBREATHE headlines the amphitheater with Drew Holcomb and Ellie Holcomb as special guests for a summer night of rock and soul.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 · Hayden Homes Amphitheater, Bend

Toast – The Best of Bread

A loving tribute to the classic rock band Bread, featuring their soft rock hits in a reserved-seating show at the Tower Theatre.

Monday, August 24, 2026 7:00 PM · Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall Street, Bend

Katacombs: Bend's Premier Goth Night

An all-ages, LGBTQIA2+ friendly goth dance night at The Domino Room featuring DJs spinning industrial, post-punk, and goth, with a $15 cover and 21+ bar.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 7:00 PM · The Domino Room, Bend

Family-Friendly

Old Mill District Animal Scavenger Hunt

Artist Mike Bennett has hidden 15 illustrated animals throughout the Old Mill District for a fun, free scavenger hunt — grab a paper guide at the Ticket Mill or use the digital app.

Saturday, August 22, 2026 · Old Mill District, Bend

Board Games Night

Join Bend Board Games for a casual evening of tabletop gaming, open to all ages and experience levels.

Saturday, August 22, 2026 6:00 PM · Bend

Free Events

Great Downtown Sidewalk Sale

Downtown Bend shops bring end-of-summer deals outside for a day of sidewalk sales, special finds, and markdowns from your favorite local businesses.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 · Downtown Bend

Food & Drink

Boots & Brews at Worthy Brewing

A weekly country-themed evening at Worthy Brewing featuring live music and craft beer, continuing through September 30.

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 7:00 PM · Worthy Brewing, Bend