Around the Bend / SAT NOV 28
Crafternoon
Saturday, November 28, 2026 · 1 p.m. · Central Library, Bend
Join an Early Learning Community Librarian for a bit of artistic expression and early literacy skill building! Children will work on developing fine motor skills, shape identification, texture description, and color exploration through the process of completing an interactive craft.
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2026 Annual Lighted Christmas Parade
Prineville's Annual Lighted Christmas Parade is on 3rd Street on Nov. 28 at 5:30 p.m. The lighted parade kicks off the holiday season in the community.Christmas in the Pines
Christmas in the Pines is a drive-through light display at Crook County Fairgrounds in Prineville, opening Nov. 28 after the parade and running Friday to Sunday nights through Jan. 3. The free event has new displays each year and a live Nativity on Saturdays.Christmas Tree Lighting
The annual Christmas Tree Lighting follows the Starlight Parade at Centennial Park in Redmond on Nov. 28. Gather for the tree lighting, free photos with Santa, and the Holiday Village Market with local makers.Evergreen wreath making: $75
Make a fresh 16-inch evergreen wreath at The Posie Shoppe in Prineville on Nov. 28 for $75. All supplies are included for a wire or grapevine base, limited to 6 attendees, with a ticket required.NFR Classic~Barrel Race
The NFR Classic Barrel Race is a double-header barrel race at Crook County Fairgrounds in Prineville on Nov. 28. It features a $1,000 added 5D with buckles for D winners, with the office opening at 9 a.m.Rumble at the Rock Wrestling Tournament
Rumble at the Rock Wrestling Tournament is a wrestling tournament at Deschutes County Expo Center on Nov. 28.Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday at Roundabout Books in Bend, all day on Saturday, November 28. Free drip coffee and hot cider all day, with 20% off Roundabout Books merchandise.Starlight Parade 2026
Redmond Chamber's annual Starlight Parade runs through Downtown Redmond on Nov. 28, starting at 5 p.m. on 6th Street. This year's Elf-inspired parade features colorful floats and holiday lights.Saturday Coffee Run
CORK's Saturday coffee run: meet at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 9am for an easy run on road or trail.9:00a
3rd Annual Sunriver Saturday Holiday Market
The 3rd Annual Sunriver Saturday Holiday Market is at SHARC in Sunriver on Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop more than 40 local makers for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, with entry by food-bank donation.10:00a
Holiday Market at Juniper Preserve
Juniper Preserve's Holiday Market on Nov. 28 features over 40 vendors, a wreath-making workshop, raffle, mocktail demonstrations, and live music. There are also flash tattoos, chair massages, a photobooth, and all-day brunch.10:00a
Somewhere That’s Green’s Magical Markets of Merriment
Somewhere That's Green's Magical Markets of Merriment is a holiday artisan market in Bend on Nov. 28-29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local vendors will be on site, with an appearance by Sandra Claus.10:00a
STAR-Trail H: Scouting and Planning
COTA: Central Oregon Trail Alliance Lets take a break from building and go for a hike up on Trail H (3 Creeks Trail). **What:** We will be looking at the proposed trail corridor, where it crosses other trails and roads.10:00a
𥾠Hike Fat Rabbit Trail Within Maston Trail System in Redmond-Easy 5 Mile Loop
Bendite Hiking Social Meetup Group **Fat Rabbit Trail** **easy 5 mile loop!** **This peaceful trail is within the Maston Trail System located between Tumalo and Eagle Crest Resort (Redmond).** **The starting point is the Juniper Trail Head.10:00a
Holiday Makers Market at The Grove
Holiday market outside Grove Market Hall in Northwest Crossing with more than a dozen local vendors offering baked goods, ceramics, jewelry, art, hats and handcrafted woodwork. The Grove's flyer lists it Nov. 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.11:00a
4th Annual Holiday Spirit Market
Free holiday market at Groove Yoga with 25 local makers selling artisan jewelry, crystals, natural skincare, wellness goods, artwork, leather accessories, woodwork, candles and handmade treats. Runs Nov. 28 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.11:30a
Auditions for “Dear Jack, Dear Louise” at Cascades Theatrical Company
Cascades Theatrical Company auditions for Dear Jack, Dear Louise, casting Jack Ludwig and Louise Rabiner for the Feb. 4-21, 2027 run. Auditioners read sides and are asked to bring a resume and headshot if they have one.1:30p
The Nutcracker: A Child's Tale
Valerie Holgers' Academie de Ballet Classique presents this holiday ballet at Tower Theatre, where Clara befriends a nutcracker who comes to life and takes her to a land of dolls, sugar plums and snow fairies. Lap-sitting children 3 and younger are free.1:30p
ALONG THE WAY with Pete Kartsounes
In May April and May of this year, award winning singer-songwriter and photographer Pete Kartsounes walked 500 miles along the Camino De Santiago through Spain on the French Route.2:00p
Bend Moonlight Market: Holiday After Dark at Midtown Ballroom
Bend's original night market returns to Midtown Ballroom for a holiday edition with local vendors, food, live music and flash tattoos. Entry is free, per Bend Magazine's holiday markets guide.4:00p
Live Music with Richard Taelour
Live music with Richard Taelour at Stoller Wine Bar in Bend on Nov. 28, starting at 5 p.m.5:00p
Family Friendly Karaoke with A Fine Note Karaoke Too
Family-friendly karaoke at Bridge 99 Brewing with A Fine Note Karaoke Too: all ages, free to sing, 6-9pm.6:00p
Snow Daze ’99
Free apres-ski party at UPP Liquids to kick off mountain season, with a winter gear swap, board waxing demo and pop-ups from local shops, followed by a Y2K throwback dance party. Gear swap is 4-6 p.m. and the dance party runs 8 p.m. to midnight.6:00p
Mfg
Parallel 44 Presents MFG for two sets at The Commonwealth Pub on Nov. 28. The show starts at 8 p.m. and is 21+ only.8:00p
Club Reggaeton with DJ Mistico & DJ Cruz at The Annex
Club Reggaeton night at The Annex with DJ Mistico and DJ Cruz on Nov. 28. The Midtown Ballroom calendar lists it at 10 p.m. for $10.10:00p