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Updated Friday, June 12, 2026 at 6:00 AM PT

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Today's Weather

Bend Forecast

Day seven of the sunshine streak. Cascades clean from First Street. Layer for the morning ride, peel down by lunch.

Today

81°F

Sunny

Sunny. High near 81, with temperatures falling to around 79 in the afternoon. Northwest wind 2 to 9 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Wind

NW 2 to 9 mph

Rain Chance

0%

Sunrise / Sunset

5:21 AM / 8:47 PM

Tonight

49°F

Mostly Clear

Saturday

81°F

Sunny

Source: NWS Pendleton Forecast Office (PDT/35,41).

Live Music Tonight

Bend Plays Tonight

Concerts plus brewery taproom shows plus listening rooms. Cover charge, doors and age listed on each card.

Reggae Rise Up Oregon Festival 2026

Deschutes County Fairgrounds, Southwest Airport Way, Redmond, Oregon, 97756, United States

REGGAE RISE UP OREGON FESTIVAL 2026 JUNE 12-14 | DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS 3 DAYS OF MUSIC, CAMPING, FOOD, MERCHANDISE, ART, ACTIVITIES & GOOD VIBES! Performances by Rebelution, Dirty Heads, 311, Iration, SOJA, Tash Sultana, & 30+ More Bands! 2026 FESTIVAL HOURS Friday, June 12th, 2026 Gates Open: 12:00 pm – 11:30 pm Saturday, June 13th, 2026 Gates Open: 12:00 pm – 11:30 pm Sunday, June 14th, 2026 Gates Open: 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm All Ages Welcome | Rain or Shine Kids 6 and younger are FREE with a paid guardian. TICKETS AVAILABLE AT REGGAERISEUP.COM

Starts 12:00 PM

Live Acoustic Show: Conner Bennett & Friends

https://www.wanderingranchero.com, Northwest Colorado Avenue, Bend, OR, 97703, United States

Come down to the Wandering Ranchero Cantina on Friday, June 12th for a live acoustic show on the patio! Doors open and drinks start flowin’ at 5 pm. Acoustic show from 7 to 9 pm!

Starts 7:00 PM

Source: Filtered from the Visit Bend events feed for music category.

Tonight's Sunset

Bring the Camera

Sunset

7:54 PM

Golden hour begins 7:24 PM.

Conditions Tonight

Light high cirrus moving in from the west. Translates to colour after the sun drops below the horizon.

Cascades crystal-clear. Three Sisters plus Broken Top should pink up beautifully.

Three Spots to Catch It

Pilot Butte summit

The classic. 360 degree view, Cascades to the west, high desert to the east. Five-minute walk from the parking area.

8 minutes from downtown

Awbrey Butte overlook

Quieter than Pilot Butte. Three Sisters framed dead-centre. Pull off at the Awbrey Glen viewpoint.

10 minutes from downtown

Drake Park footbridge

Mirror Pond plus the Cascade skyline. Best for water reflections plus downtown context. Park near the gazebo.

3 minutes from downtown

Sunset and golden hour times sourced from the NWS points endpoint astronomicalData payload.

Snowpack Today

Central Oregon Snowpack

Spring melt is on at Three Creeks. Watch the Deschutes for the mid-May surge.

Snowpack at Three Creeks Meadow (5,680 feet) feeds the Deschutes River, irrigation supply and Mt Bachelor's base. Read this number for the spring runoff plus fire season risk.

Snow Depth

0 in

Water Equivalent

0 in

Season Precip

31.5 in

Station Temp

51.3 °F

Source: USDA NRCS SNOTEL station Three Creeks Meadow. Public domain US government data, no signup, no API key.

Today on the Calendar

What's Happening in Bend

Up to eight events from across Bend, Sisters, Sunriver and the surrounding area. Pulled from the Visit Bend community calendar and refreshed every morning.

Yoga in the Park

9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Join us this summer at Columbia Park on select Friday mornings 9-10am for a fun yoga flow set to groovy beats. $5-$10 Donation, sign up online. All levels, Bring your own yoga mat.

Columbia Park, 264 SW Columbia St, Bend OR, Southwest Columbia Street, Bend, OR, 97702, United States

Reggae Rise Up Oregon

12:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Reggae Rise Up Oregon is back for its second year in 2026, bringing the festival’s signature vibe once again to the stunning town of Redmond! After an incredible first year, we’re ready to take it even higher, blending the breathtaking landscapes of Central Oregon with the heart and soul of the Reggae Rise Up experience. As a camping festival, fans can dive fully into the weekend, soaking up music under the stars, connecting with the #RRUFam, and making memories that last long after the final note. Multiple stages, world-class production, immersive art installations, and interactive activities return, alongside local craft and food vendors, beverage stations, and plenty of space to unwind while enjoying performances from top-tier artists. With Redmond’s charming culture, endless outdoor adventure, and stunning surroundings, year two is set to be another unforgettable weekend of music, art, and good vibes from sunrise to late night!

Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, Southeast Airport Way, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States

Reggae Rise Up Oregon Festival 2026

12:00 PM to 11:00 PM

REGGAE RISE UP OREGON FESTIVAL 2026 JUNE 12-14 | DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS 3 DAYS OF MUSIC, CAMPING, FOOD, MERCHANDISE, ART, ACTIVITIES & GOOD VIBES! Performances by Rebelution, Dirty Heads, 311, Iration, SOJA, Tash Sultana, & 30+ More Bands! 2026 FESTIVAL HOURS Friday, June 12th, 2026 Gates Open: 12:00 pm – 11:30 pm Saturday, June 13th, 2026 Gates Open: 12:00 pm – 11:30 pm Sunday, June 14th, 2026 Gates Open: 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm All Ages Welcome | Rain or Shine Kids 6 and younger are FREE with a paid guardian. TICKETS AVAILABLE AT REGGAERISEUP.COM

Deschutes County Fairgrounds, Southwest Airport Way, Redmond, Oregon, 97756, United States

Rare Wine Company Bar Takeover at Viaggio Wine Merchant

4:30 PM to 7:00 PM

The Rare Wine Company rep will be in-house and behind the bar pouring a selection of classic producers, all representative of this stellar distributor’s expansive portfolio. Choose a special wine flight or something by the glass. No reservations required. Drop-in with all of your wine questions and enjoy!

Viaggio Wine Merchant, 210 SW Century Drive, Suite 160, Bend, 97702

Paper Embroidery

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Discover the art of paper embroidery in this engaging and creative class! Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike, this course will guide you through the fundamentals of combining traditional embroidery techniques with the unique medium of paper. Class Overview In this class, you will learn how to create designs using embroidery on various types of paper. The course will cover: Introduction to paper embroidery tools and materials. Basic stitching techniques tailored for paper. Designing patterns and selecting color palettes. Creating finished pieces that can be used for cards, decorations, and gifts. Materials Needed All materials are provided. Join Us! Whether you’re looking to enhance your crafting repertoire or simply explore a new hobby, this paper embroidery class is the perfect opportunity to unleash your creativity. Sign up today and start stitching beautiful designs on paper!

Tea & Art Lounge, Northwest Bond Street, Bend, Oregon, 97703, United States

Live at the Vineyard: Station Camp

6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Join us for an unforgettable evening with Justin Lavik and Station Camp—Central Oregon’s newest favorite party band! Get ready to groove to the best dance hits from legendary artists like Prince, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Whitney Houston, Garth Brooks, AC/DC, Johnny Cash, ZZ Top, Black Crowes, Don Henley, The Beatles and more! Featuring members from High Street, Precious Byrd, and Avenue H, this high-energy band will keep you on your feet all night long! Relax & Indulge! We provide chairs and tables for your comfort, plus an incredible selection of food and drinks: Wood-fired pizza, fresh salads, pub pretzels & desserts, Award-winning wine, sangria, beer & soda If you haven’t experienced a vineyard concert under the stars, this is your chance! Don’t miss it! Advance Ticket Purchase Required

Faith Hope and Charity Vineyards, 70450 NW Lower Valley Dr, Terrebonne, 97760

Live Acoustic Show: Conner Bennett & Friends

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Come down to the Wandering Ranchero Cantina on Friday, June 12th for a live acoustic show on the patio! Doors open and drinks start flowin’ at 5 pm. Acoustic show from 7 to 9 pm!

https://www.wanderingranchero.com, Northwest Colorado Avenue, Bend, OR, 97703, United States

Comedian Zane Lamprey in Bend, OR

7:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Amazon Prime comedian ZANE LAMPREY • Silver Moon Brewing • Bend, OR Join us for Zane Lamprey’s HALF FULL COMEDY TOUR. Get ready to laugh with a fun night of stand-up comedy and great craft beer! 7:00 VIP Doors 7:15 VIP Drinking Games with Zane 7:30 General Admission Doors 8:00 Showtime! 9:15 Call an Uber As a pre-game, watch Zane’s three Amazon Prime stand-up specials: Tender Looks, Ski Patrol and Medium Club! The HALF FULL COMEDY TOUR is completely new jokes and stories, so watching his stand-up specials won’t ruin the show. This event is strictly for 21+ If this event is canceled, tickets will automatically be applied toward a rescheduled performance.

Silver Moon Brewing, Northwest Greenwood Avenue, Bend, OR, 97703, United States

Events sourced from Visit Bend. Full listings at visitbend.com.

Market Nugget · Saturday

Saturday read on Bend. The numbers behind the headlines.

Bend market depth this week

412 Bend homes carry an active listing today. Bend closed 1,847 transactions in the trailing 12 months per the April 2026 monthly market report. The supply-versus-demand math is the foundation for any pricing conversation.

Source: April 2026 monthly Central Oregon market report (March 2026 closings, MLS of Central Oregon).

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