13 Things to Do in Bend OR This Week · September 10–13, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Zach Top at Hayden Homes Amphitheater

Country rising star Zach Top brings his show to the outdoor amphitheater with support from Wyatt McCubbin.

Thursday, September 10, 2026 · Hayden Homes Amphitheater, Bend

Beverly Anderson – Live Music

Live music from Beverly Anderson at the Portello Lounge for a Friday-night set.

Friday, September 11, 2026 6:30 PM · Portello Lounge, 2754 NW Crossing Dr., Bend

JuJu Eyeball at The Commonwealth Pub

Dance and groove the night away as JuJu Eyeball performs live at The Commonwealth Pub.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 7:00 PM · The Commonwealth Pub, Bend

Arts & Culture

Riverside Piano Float at Drake Park

A unique and whimsical outdoor music experience featuring a floating piano performance on the river at Drake Park.

Friday, September 11, 2026 · Drake Park, Bend

TEAL Grand Opening Celebration

Downtown creative space TEAL celebrates six months with a big Grand Opening event full of art, magic, and community.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 · Downtown Bend

Free Events

Café & Conversación | Coffee & Conversation

A bilingual social gathering where you can practice Spanish or just enjoy a good conversation over coffee.

Monday, September 14, 2026 3:00 PM · Bend

Women in STEAM – September Happy Hour

Women in STEAM Central Oregon hosts a casual happy hour networking mixer for women in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 5:00 PM · Bend

Après Mahj: Mahjong Meetup – Intermediate+ Group

Join the Après Mahj group for a casual intermediate-level mahjong meetup — a great social night for lovers of the game.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 5:30 PM · Bend

SAL Bend!

Free community event presented by Benditas with support from Tower Theatre Foundation at the Encore Room and The Commons.

Friday, September 18, 2026 6:00 PM · Encore Room and The Commons, 834 and 875 NW Brooks St., Bend

Festivals & Special Events

Old Mill District 25th Anniversary Month of Events

The Old Mill District marks 25 years with a full month of special events celebrating Bend's favorite gathering place throughout September.

Monday, September 14, 2026 · Old Mill District, Bend

PROST! Oktoberfest 2026

Bend's beloved Oktoberfest returns over three days with craft beer, Bavarian food, live music, games, and the Great Bark Bash dog show.

Friday, September 18, 2026 3:00 PM · Prost! – Bend, 40 SW Century Dr., Bend

Outdoors & Active

RiseUpandGroove Morning Dance

A Saturday morning community gathering at Salud Café with live DJs spinning house and dance music, movement, coffee, and popcorn — come solo or bring friends.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 10:00 AM · Salud Café, 431 NW Franklin Ave, Bend

Group Camp @ Tumalo State Park

BendCNCT's intentional community group hosts a group camping trip at beautiful Tumalo State Park — a great way to meet outdoorsy locals.

Friday, September 18, 2026 4:00 PM · Tumalo State Park, Bend area