Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from a 5k beer run/walk at Crux to a free 50-minute Pure Barre class at Riverbend Park. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council will host its annual Deschutes River Cleanup on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event aims to protect the health of the Deschutes River and raise public awareness about responsible recreation. Cleanup activities will take place at Farewell Bend Park and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — 50501 Central Oregon will join communities across the country on Saturday, June 27, 2026, for “All of U.S. 250: Truth, Equality & Freedom.” The event in Bend is part of a nationwide day of action taking place one week before the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The local mobilization
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Community members will have limited access to Pilot Butte State Park in Bend from July 1-5 as preparations are made for the July 4th public fireworks display. This year’s Pilot Butte public fireworks display will commence at approximately 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2026. In collaboration with the Oregon State Parks Department, Bend Fire
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Discovery West will host a free “Stars and Stripes” event on Friday, July 3, from 8 to 10 p.m. in Bend, Ore., celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday. The celebration, located at Discovery Corner at 1125 NW Ochoa Drive, will feature a patriotic drone show with 100 drones lighting up the skies
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Civil Air Patrol Cadet program recently received a $1,000 grant from Mid Oregon Credit Union and KTVZ’s “One Class at a Time” program. These funds are designated to purchase parts for a flight simulator currently being assembled at the Bend Airport. The Civil Air Patrol Cadet program focuses on creating
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Summer Criterium Series, presented by McGlone Property Group-EXP Realty, is returning for a five-week series. The cycling event will take place around Pacific Crest Middle School in Bend, Ore., from June 24, 2026, to July 22, 2026. Organized by the Horner Cycling Foundation, the series offers racing categories for
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Backcountry Offroad Expo is coming to Sisters High School August 1-2. The expo takes place August 1 & 2 and brings together the off-road and outdoor community for a weekend of vehicles, gear, education, camping, and connection. The consumer-facing outdoor trade show will feature off-road vehicles, adventure vans, trucks, trailers, rooftop
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Park and Recreation District’s Pet Parade is a community tradition since 1924 and the 99th occurrence of the annual tradition will kick off the Independence Day holiday on July 4. The parade begins at 9:30 a.m. Lineup for the parade starts at 8:30 a.m. at Harmon Park. Parade participants are encouraged
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mountain View Community Development will host an open house at its newest site in Bend on Thursday, June 25, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The event, held at Community of Christ at 20380 Cooley Road, offers guests an opportunity to tour a microshelter and learn about the nonprofit organization’s services
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, June 23rd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) to gather public feedback for the 2026 update of the Deschutes County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan (NHMP). Community members are invited to provide input by completing a confidential public survey. This survey is designed to collect information
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DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will begin summer operations on Thursday, June 25. The opening will feature the most expansive opening weekend terrain offering to date, including 13 Bike Park trails and top-to-bottom hiking access. Guests visiting Mt. Bachelor can also participate in various activities such as sunset dinners, zipline ziptours, scenic chairlift rides,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools school-based health centers are offering access all summer long for students. Bend Senior High School students can visit 606 SE Glenwood Drive on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8 am to 5 pm and Tuesdays from 9 am to 6 pm. This center is closed daily from 1
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hundreds of people gathered at Prineville Airport for the 2026 Wings and Wheels event, which showcased nearly 70 diverse bikes, planes and classic cars for 5 hours. The highlight of the event included two 1944 North American P-51 fighter planes from World War II, with proceeds from all associated car shows
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(Update: adding video, comments from race director) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend streets closed to traffic Sunday as cyclists took over for the Cascade Cycling Classic Downtown Criterium, drawing top racers and community members alike to the heart of the city. The downtown event featured a fast-paced, one-mile course looping through Bend’s core, with
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Harley Coldiron highlights three local events, from a garage & vintage sale to celebrating dad. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dan Daugherty, assistant fire chief for La Pine Fire District, has retired after 33 years dedicated to the community. Joyce Engberg, who served as district office manager for more than five years, also retired. A sizable retirement party for both Daugherty and Engberg was held at the American Legion Post.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 37th annual Great Drake Park Duck Race, a fundraiser supporting local community charities, is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 13, in Bend. Tickets for the event, which has raised more than $2 million for local nonprofit organizations since the late 1980s, go on sale June 26. Participants in the race have
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For one afternoon, downtown Bend streets, usually filled with traffic, will belong to cyclists of every age and ability. Organizers of the Cascade Cycling Classic Downtown Criterium are inviting the community to take part in two free family-friendly events on Sunday, June 21, including a new “All-Bikes Ride” and the return
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