2025 Thanksgiving Dinner (Buffet-Style)
2025-11-27 12:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Sunriver Great Hall, 57081 Great Hall Loop, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
This Thanksgiving (November 27, 2025), leave all the cooking to the professionals.
If you’re ready for a bountiful buffet-style Thanksgiving dinner, enjoy your meal in the scenic Historic Great Hall. Your meal includes all your Thanksgiving favorites plus an assortment of delectable Northwest dishes to try. At this event, everyone leaves full and thankful to be in Sunriver for their holiday!

Reservations Required
To reserve seats for you and your loved ones, please email: greathalltraditions@sunriver-resort.com

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Event image submitted by Cathy H.

Thanksgiving Dinner at Lodge Kitchen
2025-11-27 14:00 - 20:00 | Lodge Kitchen, 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver,, OR, 977007, United States
Visit the Lodge Kitchen for a decadent three-course culinary experience with their rustic take on the traditional Thanksgiving Dinner, inspired by family celebrations on the frontier.
Event Details
Thursday, November 27, 2025 | 2 pm – 8 pm
At the Lodge Kitchen (17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR)
Reservations

$90 per adult
$48 for children ages 6-12
5 and under are free

Click Here to Book Online
If you have any questions or want to reserve over the phone, please call 541-593-3740.
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Visit Santa & Mrs. Claus
2025-11-28 14:00 - 2025-11-29 19:00 | The Lodge at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr., Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Enjoy the magic of the season by taking your little ones to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus! Share your holiday wishes with Santa, soak in the holiday cheer, and don’t forget—parents are invited to capture the moment with photos!
Event Details
November 28 & 29, 2025 | 2 pm – 4 pm & 5 pm – 7 pm
At the Winter Wonderland, downstairs at The Lodge (17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707, USA)
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Brunch with Santa
2025-11-29 08:30 - 12:00 | Sunriver Great Hall, 57081 Great Hall Loop, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Enjoy an unforgettable experience of brunch with Santa and all of his holiday friends. There will be delectable food and fun holiday characters to mingle and jingle with all morning! Photos with Santa are included with your reservation.
Event Details
November 29 & December 23, 2025 | 8:30 am – 12 pm
At the Sunriver Great Hall (57081 Great Hall Loop, Sunriver, OR 97707)
Click to View the Brunch Menu
Tickets
Now accepting online reservations for parties up to 8. For parties of 9 or more, or for general inquiries, please email greathalltraditions@sunriver-resort.com or call 541-593-3762.

$90/adult
$45/children ages 6-12
5 and under are free

Click to View the Brunch Menu
Event Lodging
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2025 Rockin’ Holiday Kickoff
2025-11-29 15:00 - 18:00 | The Village At Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Dr., Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Bring the family out to the Village at Sunriver to kick off the 2025 Holiday Season with the 8th annual Rockin’ Holiday Kickoff! Sip on coffee or cocoa while listening to various performers and carolers. Venture your way over to see Santa for free photos with jolly Old St. Nick and play free carnival-style games with Santa’s elf helpers. Keep an eye out for the Grinch as well… The night ends with the lighting of the Village Christmas tree, igniting the holiday season!
Event Details
Saturday, November 29th, 2025 at 3:00 pm
At The Village at Sunriver (57100 Beaver Dr., Sunriver, OR 97707)
Performances*

Holiday DJ
Bend High School Choir
Bella Acapella
Tree Lighting (approximate) 5:00 pm -5:15 pm
More to be announced!

* Please note that times and offerings may vary due to temperature and weather. Performers may need additional downtime to warm up as may Santa and his helpers. Your participation and patience is appreciated!

Winter Nights at the High Desert Museum - Footprints in the Snow
2025-12-04 16:00 - 19:00 | High Desert Museum, 59800 US-97, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
It’s warm and wondrous inside the High Desert Museum during Winter Nights!
Join the High Desert Museum after hours every Thursday in December (excluding Christmas Day) for a festive night out with Winter Nights.

During Winter Nights, the Museum will remain open until 7:00 pm with seasonal themes, cookie decorating, storytelling, drink tastings, music, a chance to experience new exhibitions, and engaging activities for all ages!
The Rimrock Café will be open for folks to grab a treat. Silver Sage Trading, the Museum store, will also be open for all your holiday shopping needs. Museum visitors can also look forward to regional craft beverage vendors sampling their seasonal concoctions!
Tonight’s Theme: Footprints in the Snow
The wonder of winter always reveals itself in the footprints we make in the first snowfall of the season. What’s on your feet? Which socks help make the moment? Wear your coziest boots and socks combo to explore the Soil Alive! exhibition, decorate cookies, scavenger hunt, listen to stories, and enjoy toddler dance parties and photo-boothing like a pro foot model.
Event Details
Dec 04, 2025 | 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Café closes at 6:30 p.m.)
At the High Desert Museum (59800 S Hwy 97 Bend, OR 97702)
Get Your Tickets Early and Save: Click here
Members get in FREE! Please RSVP so they don’t run out of cookies!
Event Lodging
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Photos courtesy of the High Desert Museum

Story Time with Mrs. Claus
2025-12-05 17:00 - 17:30 | The Lodge at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr., Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Feel the holiday magic with a festive story time with Mrs. Claus! Enjoy classic holiday stories in front of the grand fireplace in the Living Room at The Lodge. Parents are encouraged to take photos and share in the magic.
Event Details
Friday, December 5, 2025 | 5 pm
At the Living Room in The Lodge (17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707, USA)
Event Lodging
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Story Time with Mrs. Claus
2025-12-05 18:00 - 18:30 | The Lodge at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr., Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Feel the holiday magic with a festive story time with Mrs. Claus! Enjoy classic holiday stories in front of the grand fireplace in the Living Room at The Lodge. Parents are encouraged to take photos and share in the magic.
Event Details
Friday, December 5, 2025 | 6 pm
At the Living Room in The Lodge (17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707, USA)
Event Lodging
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Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides (2025-2026)
2025-12-06 - 2026-02-15 | The Lodge at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr., Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Reservations to the general public will be open on November 1, 2025. Click here to reserve your trip.
Enjoy this time-honored holiday tradition with your loved ones in the beautiful countryside of Sunriver. Backdropped by the Cascade Mountains, this festive activity offers breathtaking views and a one-of-a-kind experience—perfect for families, couples, or anyone looking to embrace the holiday or romantic spirit.
Purchase of one ticket buys one whole sleigh ride (up to 4 adults + 2 kids under 55lbs). If you buy more than one ticket, you purchase more than one sleigh ride.
Dates & Pricing
Rides will be available for select Dates from December 6, 2025 – February 15, 2026. Please note that there are a limited number of rides per day, and availability will change based on bookings.

December 6, 13, 14 & 19-23, 2025 | $245
December 24, 2025 | $325
December 26-31, 2025 & January 2-4, 2026 | $245
January 10, 2026, through February 15, 2026 | $205

Click here to reserve your ride.
Please Remember

Dress warmly and according to the weather! Central Oregon can have some beautiful winter weather, but this often comes with some cold to freezing temperatures and wet conditions. Regardless, they are dedicated to staying open and continuing to operate sleigh rides for you; rain, sleet, cold, or snow. This said, please come prepared for winter weather conditions when you arrive for your sleigh ride. Please bring extra layers and blankets as you see fit, as the operators are unable to provide these for you. It’s encouraged that you keep an eye on the weather forecast for the day you plan to ride, as the weather in this region is known to change sporadically throughout the day.
Make sure you are fully prepared before you get on the sleigh, as they are unable to make any stops once you embark.
While Sunriver is known for its snowy weather this time of year, snow is not guaranteed for your ride. Sleighs are able to run on both runners and wheels so that we may operate in most any weather, and last-minute cancellations due to weather are not refundable. Keep in mind that Vis-A-Vis open sleighs are used, which are not covered.

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Sunriver Wine and Cuisine Stroll
2025-12-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Lodge Kitchen, 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver,, OR, 977007, United States
Join the Lodge Kitchen for the tasty Sunriver Wine and Cuisine Stroll. This lively event features tastings from Oregon, Washington, and California wineries paired with creative bites from the Sunriver Resort executive culinary team. Enjoy these delectable items while live music serenades the scene. Tickets include a commemorative tasting glass, appetizers, and entry to the tasting event.
Event Details
Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 1 pm – 3 pm
At the Lodge Kitchen (17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707)
Tickets

$70/person (21+ Years Only)
Include a commemorative tasting glass, appetizers, and entry to the tasting event

Click here to reserve your tickets.
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Gingerbread Junction
2025-12-08 - 2026-01-07 | The Lodge at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr., Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Come enjoy the creative work of the community during the 30th annual Gingerbread Junction! All gingerbread houses will be on display in The Lodge throughout the holidays. Cast your vote for your favorite house and support the fundraising efforts of our local community.
Event Details
On display daily from December 8, 2025 – January 7, 2026
In the Abbot Room at The Lodge (17600 Center Dr., Sunriver, OR)
Event Lodging
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Winter Nights at the High Desert Museum - Winter in the West
2025-12-11 16:00 - 19:00 | High Desert Museum, 59800 US-97, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
It’s warm and wondrous inside the High Desert Museum during Winter Nights!
Join the High Desert Museum after hours every Thursday in December (excluding Christmas Day) for a festive night out with Winter Nights.

During Winter Nights, the Museum will remain open until 7:00 pm with seasonal themes, cookie decorating, storytelling, drink tastings, music, a chance to experience new exhibitions, and engaging activities for all ages!
The Rimrock Café will be open for folks to grab a treat. Silver Sage Trading, the Museum store, will also be open for all your holiday shopping needs. Museum visitors can also look forward to regional craft beverage vendors sampling their seasonal concoctions!
Tonight’s Theme: Winter in the West
What brims with adventure more than daydreams of winter in the West? Nothing puts a gleam in your eye and a smile on your face faster than chasing first tracks or abominable snow-people. What are you wearing in that moment? Your most adventurous sweater, of course. Prepare to traverse the Drawn West exhibition, make your own map, brave the scavenger hunt, and have a listen to a good yarn. Cookie decorating, gift wrapping, toddler dance parties, beverage tastings, and photo-boothing fun included.
Event Details
Dec 11, 2025 | 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Café closes at 6:30 p.m.)
At the High Desert Museum (59800 S Hwy 97 Bend, OR 97702)
Get Your Tickets Early and Save: Click here
Members get in FREE! Please RSVP so they don’t run out of cookies!
Event Lodging
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Photos courtesy of the High Desert Museum

2025 Geminids Meteor Shower Peak Activity
2025-12-12 20:30 - 2025-12-14 07:00 | OR
The Geminids meteor shower, which peaks during mid-December each year, is considered to be one of the best and most reliable annual meteor showers. During its peak, 120 Geminid meteors can be seen per hour under perfect conditions. The Geminids are bright and fast meteors and tend to be yellow in color.
Quick Facts
Active Dec. 1, 2025 – Dec. 21, 2025 (Peak Dec. 12-13)
Observed Under Dark Skies Expect 40 to 50 meteors per hour
Meteor Velocity 21 miles (33.8 kilometers) per second
Origin: 3200 Phaethon (an asteroid or a possible “rock comet”)
Radiant: Constellation Gemini
Viewing Tips for the Geminids Meteor Shower
The Geminids are best viewed during the night and predawn hours and are visible across the globe due to a nearly 24-hour broad maximum. This shower is considered one of the best opportunities for young viewers since this shower starts around 9 or 10 p.m. To view the Geminids, find an area well away from the city lights or street lights. Sunriver is within an International Dark Sky Place area, so it’s the perfect location to view!
Come prepared for winter temperatures with a sleeping bag, blanket, or lawn chair. Lie flat on your back with your feet facing south and look up, taking in as much of the sky as possible. After about 30 minutes in the dark, your eyes will adapt and you will begin to see meteors. Be patient – the show will last until dawn, so you have plenty of time to catch a glimpse.
Lodging with a View
Come to Sunriver, a designated International Dark Sky Place, for great viewing of this natural wonder.
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Information about the Germinids provided by NASA. View their website for more details.

Story Time with Mrs. Claus
2025-12-14 11:00 - 11:30 | The Lodge at Sunriver Resort, 17600 Center Dr., Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Feel the holiday magic with a festive story time with Mrs. Claus! Enjoy classic holiday stories in front of the grand fireplace in the Living Room at The Lodge. Parents are encouraged to take photos and share in the magic.
Event Details
Sunday, December 14, 2025 | 11 am
At the Living Room in The Lodge (17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707, USA)
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Winter Nights at the High Desert Museum - Snowology
2025-12-18 16:00 - 19:00 | High Desert Museum, 59800 US-97, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
It’s warm and wondrous inside the High Desert Museum during Winter Nights!
Join the High Desert Museum after hours every Thursday in December (excluding Christmas Day) for a festive night out with Winter Nights.

During Winter Nights, the Museum will remain open until 7:00 pm with seasonal themes, cookie decorating, storytelling, drink tastings, music, a chance to experience new exhibitions, and engaging activities for all ages!
The Rimrock Café will be open for folks to grab a treat. Silver Sage Trading, the Museum store, will also be open for all your holiday shopping needs. Museum visitors can also look forward to regional craft beverage vendors sampling their seasonal concoctions!
Tonight’s Theme: Snowology

How do you spell winter love? Snowology! Icy snowflakes on the tongue? Like totally. The soothing sound of snow falling? For suuure. The wahoo of an impromptu snow angel? Oh yeah. Wrap yourself in the colors of the season (think silver or white – pajamas, onesies, track suits, all are welcome!) as we savor the ways winter can be warm and wonderful. We’ll start with cookie decorating, gift wrapping, dance parties, beverage tastings, and photo-boothing like Jack Frost.

Event Details
Dec 18, 2025 | 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Café closes at 6:30 p.m.)
At the High Desert Museum (59800 S Hwy 97 Bend, OR 97702)
Get Your Tickets Early and Save: Click here
Members get in FREE! Please RSVP so they don’t run out of cookies!
Event Lodging
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Photos courtesy of the High Desert Museum

Story Time with Mrs. Claus
2025-12-21 11:00 - 11:30 | OR
Feel the holiday magic with a festive story time with Mrs. Claus! Enjoy classic holiday stories in front of the grand fireplace in the Living Room at The Lodge. Parents are encouraged to take photos and share in the magic.
Event Details
Sunday, December 21, 2025 | 11 am
At the Living Room in The Lodge (17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707, USA)
Event Lodging
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Brunch with Santa
2025-12-23 08:30 - 12:00 | Sunriver Great Hall, 57081 Great Hall Loop, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Enjoy an unforgettable experience of brunch with Santa and all of his holiday friends. There will be delectable food and fun holiday characters to mingle and jingle with all morning! Photos with Santa are included with your reservation.
Event Details
December 23, 2025 | 8:30 am – 12 pm
At the Sunriver Great Hall (57081 Great Hall Loop, Sunriver, OR 97707)
Click to View the Brunch Menu
Tickets
Now accepting online reservations for parties up to 8. For parties of 9 or more, or for general inquiries, please email greathalltraditions@sunriver-resort.com or call 541-593-3762.

$90/adult
$45/children ages 6-12
5 and under are free

Click to View the Brunch Menu
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Elf Movie Showing at SHARC (Free!)
2025-12-23 18:00 - 20:00 | SHARC’S Benham Hall, 57250 Overlook Road, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
The best way to spread Christmas Cheer is by watching Elf every year! Come to SHARC to enjoy a free showing of the Christmas classic, Elf!
Event Details
Tuesday, December 23, 2025| Doors open at 6 p.m. – Movie starts at 6:30 p.m.
At SHARC’s Benham Hall
Free to attend! Children under the age of 11 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fresh popcorn, snacks, and beverages will be available for purchase. No outside food or beverages, please.
It will be open seating in Benham Hall. So feel free to get cozy and bring your own chairs, pillows, and blankets!
Staff will provide foldable chairs for anyone who needs a chair (first-come, first-served).
Parking
Please park and only enter from the Beaver lot parking lot (east side of the building) as the front doors will be locked at 6 PM, thank you.
Event Lodging
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Santa on the Slopes
2025-12-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort, 13000 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa will be descending on Mt. Bachelor to spread the holiday cheer once again this Christmas Eve. Grab your skis and the family and try to catch Ole St. Nick as he cruises around the slopes, passing out candy and snapping pics. Happy Holidays!
Event Details
December 24, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort (13000 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR 97702)
The event is weather-dependent and may be canceled if not enough snow has fallen. Visit Mt. Bachelor’s website for more details.

Event Lodging
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Sunriver Great Hall Christmas Dinner To-Go
2025-12-24 15:00 - 19:00 | Sunriver Great Hall, 57081 Great Hall Loop, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Take Your Christmas Dinner Home
Skip the Christmas dinner stress and savor a fully prepped and ready-to-heat holiday meal in the comfort of your home away from home. Get the full experience of a delicious, professionally created Christmas meal with none of the work. Heating instructions are provided for you to heat up at your vacation rental. Turkey will be pre-cooked and sliced into a pan.
Order Your Meal

7-day advance booking required.
$90/person
Dinners can be ordered for parties of 4, 8, or 12.
View Menu

To reserve, please email: greathalltraditions@sunriver-resort.com

Pick Up Your Meal
Pick-up is on December 24 from 3 pm – 7 pm.
Pick up your meal at The Sunriver Great Hall (57081 Great Hall Loop, Sunriver, OR)
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Christmas Brunch at Lodge Kitchen
2025-12-25 07:00 - 12:00 | Lodge Kitchen, 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver,, OR, 977007, United States
Savor a Christmas brunch unlike any other at the Lodge Kitchen. Celebrate the season with sweeping views of the Great Meadow and the Cascade Range, paired with a festive menu and the choice to enjoy their signature Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar.
Event Details
Thursday, December 25, 2025 | 7 am – 12 pm
At the Lodge Kitchen (17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR)
Reservations
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2025 Christmas Dinner (Buffet-Style)
2025-12-25 14:00 - 18:30 | Sunriver Great Hall, 57081 Great Hall Loop, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
This Christmas, enjoy a delicious, buffet-style holiday meal with the whole family.

December 25, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM
On Christmas Day, enjoy a one-of-a-kind holiday meal in the beautiful Sunriver Great Hall that’s transformed for the holidays. The delicious dinner buffet will feature all your festive favorites, plus a selection of flavorful Northwest dishes.
Pricing (Includes Gratuity):

$114 per adult
$57 for children ages 6-12
5 and under are free

Reservations Required:
To reserve seats for your loved ones, please email: greathalltraditions@sunriver-resort.com

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Christmas Dinner at Lodge Kitchen
2025-12-25 14:00 - 20:00 | Lodge Kitchen, 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver,, OR, 977007, United States
Make Christmas dinner both stress-free and delicious, and let The Lodge Kitchen chefs do the cooking! Enjoy an elegant, three-course Christmas Dinner featuring all the traditional holiday fare you love.
Event Details
Thursday, December 25, 2025 | 2 pm – 8 pm
At the Lodge Kitchen (17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR)
Reservations

$90 per adult
$48 for children ages 6-12
5 and under are free

Click Here to Book Online
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Event Lodging:
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New Year's Eve Luminaria
2025-12-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort, 13000 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Visit Mt. Bachelor Nordic Center for a memorable New Year’s Luminaria celebration! As dusk falls in the mountains, head out for a ski along candlelit trails. Be sure to bring a headlamp! Costumes, glow-in-the-dark attire, and general merriment are all encouraged!
Event Details
Dec. 31, 2025 | 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Mt. Bachelor Nordic Center (13000 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702)
The Luminaria Trail will extend for 2 kilometers – from the Nordic Lodge to the Oval via Beginner’s Luck and then back to the Lodge via Gaining Ground. The trail is open to both skiers and snowshoers, however walking (without snowshoes) is not permitted. Enjoy a full menu of food and beverages from the Nordic Cafe, experience a winter bonfire on the snow, and ring in 2026 in the great outdoors.
The lodge will remain open until 8:00 p.m. and will be staffed to outfit guests with trail passes, rental equipment, and hot food and beverages. The Nordic Retail Shop will be open for clothing and accessory purchases, and Nordic Ski Patrol will be onsite throughout the evening.
Nordic Passes Required
This is a self-guided experience; however, a Half-Day Nordic Trail Pass ($24 adult / $16 senior & youth) or a Nordic Season Pass is required for the event. Passes may be purchased at the Nordic Lodge during the event.
Event Lodging
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Image originally posted by Mt Bachelor Nordic Center on Facebook.

2026 Cascade Wedding Show
2026-01-17 10:00 - 15:00 | Riverhouse Lodge, 3075 N Hwy 97, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
The Cascade Wedding Show is a one-day event that gives Central Oregon brides and grooms the chance to connect with regional event professionals to help plan their big day.

The Riverhouse Lodge Conference & Events Center will host the 2026 Cascades Wedding Show featuring a live music showcase, entertainment ideas, and bridal vendors. Browse the latest bridal trends in catering, photography, entertainment, and more. This is your one-stop event for planning all your wedding day details!
Event Details
January 17, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
At the Riverhouse Lodge

Raffle and Prizes
Attendees at this year’s Wedding Show have a chance to win incredible prizes! Find Saxon’s Golden Ticket, a $1,400 credit toward a men’s wedding band, hidden in one lucky goodie bag for the first 150 guests. Or snag the Grand Prize Honeymoon Giveaway—an unforgettable two-night staycation at Sunriver Resort.
Schedule of Events

Bouquet tosses with prizes will occur throughout the event!
10:00 a.m.: Doors Open – Champagne Toast for the first 100 people!
11:00 a.m.: Music Showcase
12:45 p.m.: Grand Prize Drawing
1 p.m.: Bella Brides Fashion Show
1:30 p.m.: Music Showcase
2:00 p.m.: Best Booth Awards
3:00 p.m.: Event Ends

Get Your Tickets to the Cascade Wedding Show
Tickets are $12.24/person when purchased online. Get Your Tickets Now

High Desert Museum Free Day
2026-01-31 10:00 - 16:00 | High Desert Museum, 59800 US-97, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Today, everyone gets in at no cost! Join in the fun at the High Desert Museum and experience wonder as you tour their exhibits, meet some of our wild neighbors, and see the history of Central Oregon in a whole new light.
This free day is made possible thanks to Mid Oregon Credit Union.
Event Details
January 31, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
At the High Desert Museum (59800 US-97, Bend, OR 97702)
Experience new exhibitions, join wildlife encounters, and much more throughout the day.
See the museum’s daily exhibit and activity schedule here.
Event Lodging:
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Event image courtesy of the High Desert Museum.

2026 Sunriver K9 Keg Pull
2026-02-07 11:00 - 15:00 | The Village At Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Dr., Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
The 2026 Sunriver Brewing Co. K9 Keg Pull is back at the Village at Sunriver. This is Sunriver’s premiere winter event that you won’t want to miss!
All are welcome to enjoy the event with or without a dog. This is the perfect day of fun for dog lovers of all ages! Dog-related vendors will be ready to supply you and your pup with all the essentials, as well as the Bend VW Photo Bus for commemorative photobooth photo strips!
Participants and spectators are encouraged to donate dog food and enter to win some great prizes. The dog food will be donated to the Humane Society of Central Oregon.
Event Details
Feb. 7, 2026 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
At the Village at Sunriver
Event Timeline:

10:00 – 1:00 – Sign In & On-Site Registration
11:00 – First Race
3:00 – Last Race (or when last dog runs)
Awards Ceremony after the last race, must be present to win

Register Your Dog to Race
To register your pup, click here.
All dogs of any size or breed are welcome! There is a $25 entry fee per dog. Each dog is placed in a category based on their weight and pulls a keg specific to their weight class. Kegs are empty of any contents. Dog owners are encouraged to bring their own harnesses. If you do not have a harness, one will be provided for them at the race. All proceeds from the Keg Pull will benefit the Ronald McDonald House.
At the end of the race, awards will be given to “Fast as Lightning Fido” in each weight category. Dog owners are encouraged to participate by motivating their dogs down the length of the course, a 120-foot snow runway.
Pre- registration will guarantee your dog a spot in the race, along with a $5 discount if you register by January 1st – REGISTER NOW!
Weight Categories:

Under 10 Pounds – Pull a Foster’s Beer can
11-20 Pounds – Pull a growler
21-50 Pounds – Pull a pony keg
51-70 Pounds – Pull a full-sized keg
71-100 Pounds – Pull a full-sized keg
101+ Pounds – Pull a full-sized keg

To register your pup, click here.
Event Lodging
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Bend Winterfest 2026
2026-02-13 17:00 - 2026-02-15 17:00 | Old Mill District, 520 Southwest Powerhouse Drive, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Bend WinterFest transforms the Old Mill District in Bend, Oregon, into a snowy celebration of the season. Enjoy live music, art installations, delicious food and drinks, and exciting winter activities for all ages. A true Bend classic, this event has over 20 years of history, offering new surprises and cherished traditions year after year.
Join in the fun over Valentine’s and Presidents’ Day weekend for this festive winter staple for all ages.
Event Details
Friday, Feb. 13, 2026 | 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026 | 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026 | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Hosted at the Old Mill District (520 SW Powerhouse Dr #624, Bend, OR 97702)
Bend Winterfest Tickets
Winterfest is a ticketed event, from $12.24 – $33.65 per person. Get Your Tickets
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Lob of Your Life Pickleball Social
2026-02-14 | SHARC (Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center), 57250 Overlook Road, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s weekend with Sunriver Owner’s Association at SHARC’s annual indoor Pickleball event: Lob of Your Life: A Pickleball Social.
Bring that special someone – whether it’s a friend, partner, or workout buddy – and join in for an exciting evening of pickleball, delicious food, drinks, and plenty of fun! Whether you’re a first-time player or a seasoned pro, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Event Details
Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026 | 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Schedule:

2 pm – 4 pm Intermediate Play (3.5+)
4 pm-6 pm Intermediate Play (3.5+)

Event Tickets
Tickets will be $20 per player.
Link to purchase tickets coming soon!
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Valentine's Dinner and Dance Concert
2026-02-14 17:00 - 21:00 | Sunriver Great Hall, 57081 Great Hall Loop, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
The Sunriver Music Festival invites you to grab someone you love and come kick up your heels on the dance floor (or tap your toes from your table) at the 2026 Valentine’s Dinner and Dance Concert. This romantic Sunriver tradition features a multi-course dinner with live music and a hosted happy hour.
Event Details:
Feb. 14, 2026 | 5 p.m.
At the Sunriver Great Hall
The annual Valentine’s Dinner & Dance Concert is an opportunity for a fun night out in the iconic Great Hall.
All seats are reserved and tickets include a glass of wine, multi-course dinner, and, of course, the fabulous concert.
Take your loved ones our for a special night out with Sunriver Music Festival! Seating options include an intimate table for 2, double date at a table for 4, or join a lively table of 8. Note: 2-top tables on the mezzanine level are accessible by one flight of stairs.
Buy Your Tickets
Tickets go on sale in September 2025.
Seats are Limited! Purchase your tickets at sunrivermusic.org
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Event image courtesy of the Sunriver Music Festival
