BendFilm executive director departs; new leadership team announced
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BendFilm has announced what it calls a “leadership evolution,” as Executive Director Giancarlo Gatto…
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One Class At a Time: Local art organization keeps creativity alive for Redmond elementary students
In Redmond, a community-backed arts effort is stepping up where school budgets fall short. It’s exactly the kind of innovative, student-centered…
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BCD Block Party, a new 2-day community arts festival, is coming to Bend’s Central District next summer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A brand-new arts and culture festival is coming to the heart of Bend. The inaugural BCD Block Party will take over the Bend…
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Old Mill unveils new art installation showcasing the breathtaking details of nature in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new art installation in the Old Mill District invites visitors to slow down, explore, and take a closer look at the natural…
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Crowd pleasers: Central Oregon Mastersingers perform a medley of holiday tunes at downtown Bend Library
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Mastersingers put on a free performance at the downtown Bend library Thursday afternoon. This is a…
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‘Under Pressure’: Bend’s High Desert Museum prepares upcoming exhibit exploring our volcanic past – and present
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For millions of years, volcanoes have been the most powerful force in nature. And for many in the West, the impact of volcanoes…
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Mt. Joy is the latest addition to the 2026 summer concert lineup at Bend’s Hayden Homes Amphitheater
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tickets will go on sale Friday for the latest artists to announce a concert next summer at Bend’s Hayden Homes Amphitheater -…
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Dry Canyon Community Art Center to open in Redmond with grand opening celebration
(Update: Video Added) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new hub for creativity and education is coming to Redmond. The Dry Canyon Community Art Center…
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Bend’s Jennifer McCaffrey named Old Mill District’s 2025 Winter Art Series Artist
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —Whatever you do, don’t put Jennifer McCaffrey in a box. Known for her expressive oil paintings, McCaffrey, the artist…
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Central Oregon Mastersingers bring back “What Sweeter Music” holiday concert to Bend
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A beloved Central Oregon holiday tradition is returning to Bend this December as the Central Oregon…
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‘Weird Al’ Yankovic will return to the Bend stage in 2026 on his 90-stop ‘Bigger & Weirder Tour’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If the third time is the charm, Central Oregon fans of longtime comedic musician “Weird Al” Yankovic will be happy to learn that…
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New ‘Drawn West’ exhibition shines spotlight on High Desert Museum’s collection of Western maps and art
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In the 19th and early 20th centuries, illustrated maps and advertisements functioned as powerful enticements to attract new…
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Dry Canyon Arts Association receives $34,000 Cultural Trust grant for remodel of new community art center
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Dry Canyon Arts Association is among 91 cultural organizations to receive a grant from the Oregon Cultural Trust, which…
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More big names are coming to Bend’s Hayden Homes Amphitheater to perform in concert next summer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Winter is still just around the corner, but next summer’s Bend concert season is heating up, with three more big-name…
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Bend Design Conference kicks off at OSU Cascades, celebrating 10 years
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Design Conference kicked off today at Oregon State University – Cascades, marking its 10th anniversary and a new…
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Museum at Warm Springs announces awards for 32nd annual Tribal Member and Youth Exhibit
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Museum at Warm Springs has announced the awards for the “32nd Annual Warm Springs Tribal Member and Youth…
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Local nonprofit HUE hosts ‘Art from the Heart’ event to empower young artists
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A Bend nonprofit is giving young artists a chance to shine, and heal, through art and music. Hearts Unknown Education, or HUE, is…
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Oregon Arts Commission makes more than $1.75 million in Sustaining Arts Program grants to over 350 organizations
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Grant awards totaling more than $ 1.75 million will be distributed to 355 Oregon arts organizations through the Oregon Arts…
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Bend Design conference marks 10 years with new home at OSU-Cascades
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Design conference is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year—and for the first time, the event will be held at the…
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Comedian Jim Gaffigan is bringing his ‘Everything is Wonderful!’ Tour to Bend next June
NEW YORK (KTVZ) – After a widely successful tour run in 2025, Jim Gaffigan announced on Monday 20 new dates from January through June for…
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