Full of Tunes A Town

Entertainment Vibes Alive And Thriving In Bend

HOW LUCKY ARE WE TO LIVE IN AN AREA WHERE TALENTED MUSICIANS ARE A-PLENTY, AND THERE IS ENTERTAINMENT TO BE ENJOYED MOST ANY NIGHT OF THE WEEK? WE’VE MUCH TO CHOOSE FROM, BUT HERE ARE A FEW NOTABLE MENTIONS OF WHAT, AND WHO, IS HEADED TO TOWN THIS SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER.

Campfire Hotel

Deschutes County Fairgrounds

SEPTEMBER 22-24

Gem & Jam and 4 Peaks Presents teamed up to bring the first annual Cascade Equinox Festival to Central Oregon. The musical lineup (Pretty Lights, Goose, Big Wild, Phantogram, Trevor Hall, Emancipator) set against the majestic PNW landscape, paired with a unique immersive experience of visual and performance art, workshops, kids activities and carnival rides make this more than just a music festival.

MIDTOWN BALLROOM & DOMINO ROOM THE GLORIOUS SONS

OCTOBER 6

Rowdy, raucous and under-the-radar Canadian rock band debut their intertwined guitar riffs, explosive rhythm section and emotional punches with Bend.

Molly Tuttle And Golden Highway

OCTOBER 8

One of the most compelling voices in roots music, Grammy Award-winning Molly Tuttle is a virtuosic multi-instrumentalist whose history is rich with bluegrass.

Canteen Bar

The lounge inside the Campfire Hotel, Canteen Bar, incorporates creative cocktails, innovative tapas and of course, great live music. Check out campfirehotel.com to see their list of upcoming artists as well as events like their Drag Brunch and Trivia Night.

Open Space Event Studios Andrew Sleighter

SEPTEMBER 22-23

His laid-back style of comedy and clever writing has the ability to reach wide ranges of audiences and is relatable in a diversity of rooms. He rarely ends a show by lighting the stage on fire out of rage, but most importantly, he’s constantly fascinated by and eager to keep fine-tuning his stand-up.

THE ROUNDABOUTS IMPROV TROUPE: A COMEDY SHOW

OCTOBER 17

Formerly known as “Out of Thin Air”, The Roundabouts Improv Theatre Company is a dynamic group of performers, homegrown in Central Oregon. With their off-beat brand of comedy, and audience participation, each performance is unique. Whether you're a seasoned fan of improv or a newcomer, The Roundabouts will have you laughing and guessing at what hilarious turn they’ll take next.

Silver Moon Brewing

Volcanic Theatre Pub Moon Hooch

SEPTEMBER 24

An evening full of dance-oriented percussion and saxophone-based music. Come ready to move and groove.

Garage Mahal

SEPTEMBER 28

After nearly a decade hiatus and a triumphant return to Bend last year, garaj mahal (Fareed Haque, Kai Eckhart, Oz Ezzeldin and Hassan Hurd) return to remind folks how fascinating their musical prowess is.

Andrew Duhon

OCTOBER 6

New Orleans singer songwriter with an undeniable voice, weighted and soulful shares his troubadour elements with a hint of modern-day folklore.

THE LIL SMOKIES & TOWN MOUNTAIN W/ TWO RUNNER

OCTOBER 28

Blending virtuosic instrumental acrobatics with riveting lyrical craftmanship, The Lil Smokies have earned a reputation as one of the most electrifying acts in modern American roots music thanks to their exhilarating live shows.

Bright Light Social Hour

OCTOBER 31

Austin-based indie psychedelic group light up the night with their signature expansive sound and experimental southern blues-rock infused with electronic danceable twists.

Worthy Brewing

Possessed By Paul James

SEPTEMBER 14

American folk singer songwriter whose music is composed of string instruments including banjo, guitar and fiddle with roots stemming from folk, blues and punk genres.

Phix

Dope Lemon

OCTOBER 20

More than a melting curio of artistic experimentation, Dope Lemon is a fullfledged cultural phenomenon amassing over 400 million streams from his albums “Smooth Big Cat” and “Honey Bones”.

SEPTEMBER 21

The Texas rapper catapulted onto the scene thanks to the popularity of his open verse remixes and duets, not to mention his single “WORKED UP” is gaining hype.

Worthy hosts live music, trivia nights, paint parties, educational seminars, charity events, and more. If you like beer, food, and fun, these brewery events are for you! Of note this winter, Worthy Brewing and the Deschutes Historical Museum will host Worthy History Pub in the Hop Mahal on the last Tuesday of each month.

Old Mill District in the Regal Cinemas

THE BEST IN INTERNATIONAL ART AND CULTURE TAKES OVER BEND’S BIG SCREENS

ICONIC METROPOLITAN OPERA, CAPTIVATING GHILBI STORIES AND TIMELESS TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES – EXPERIENCE IT ALL THIS SPRING AND SUMMER IN THE CUSHY COMFORT OF REGAL OLD MILL IMAX & SCREENX.

They Live 35th Anniversary

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 4:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 7:00 P.M.

RUNNING TIME: 100 MINUTES

Horror master John Carpenter directs this heart-pounding thriller about aliens who are gaining control of the earth by masquerading as humans and the one man determined to stop them. This special anniversary event will feature an exclusive intro from director John Carpenter.

Christine 40th Anniversary

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 4:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 7:00 P.M.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 7:00 P.M.

RUNNING TIME: 115 MINUTES

Based on the novel by Stephen King, CHRISTINE tells the horrific story of a 1957 Plymouth that is bought by a misfit student (Keith Gordon) and refurbished, and takes on human characteristics. Christine, as the Plymouth is called, exacts revenge on everyone who treated her owner badly at school and then gets even more possessive and goes after Gordon's girlfriend.

RENEE FLEMING’S CITIES THAT SING: VENICE (2023)

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 3:00 P.M.

RUNNING TIME: 85 MINUTES

Explore the birthplace of opera and the center of culture for centuries through the eyes of superstar soprano

Renée Fleming in “Renée Fleming’s Cities That Sing: Venice.” Presented by IMAX and Stage Access, “La Serenissima” becomes even more magical as Fleming explores the city and takes the stage at the fabled Teatro La Fenice. Joined by Italian tenor Francesco Meli, with baritone Mattia Olivieri and mezzo Paola Gardina, Fleming combines some of the most famous music ever written — Verdi, Rossini, Puccini and more — with the city’s sights, history, art for a unique cinematic event that is not to be missed.

Rain Man 35th Anniversary

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 3:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 7:00 P.M.

RUNNING TIME: 136 MINUTES

Charlie (Tom Cruise) just discovered he has an autistic brother named Raymond (Dustin Hoffman) and is taking him on the ride of his life. Or is it the other way around? Raymond first pushes hot-headed Charlie to the limits of his patience and then pulls him completely out of his self-centered world. And what began as an unsentimental journey for the brothers becomes so much more. Winner of four Academy Awards® including Best Picture, Best Actor (Hoffman) and Best Director (Barry Levinson). This special 35th anniversary event includes exclusive insight from Turner Classic Movies.

ROUTE 60: THE BIBLICAL HIGHWAY

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 7:00 P.M.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 7:00 P.M.

RUNNING TIME: 100 MINUTES

Carving through the heart of the Promised Land is the Biblical spine of Israel, sometimes referred to as the “Path of the Patriarchs” and officially designated as “Route 60.” A highway of deep historical significance while often the scene of unrest and violence, this 146-mile road of asphalt and concrete begins in Nazareth, Israel’s largest Arab city, and ends in Beersheba, one of Israel’s hi-tech centers. Running North to South, Route 60 connects ancient Israel with modern Israel, Jews and Christians with Muslims, and Israelis with Palestinians. This trek is far more than a two-lane highway; It is a historic, sacred link to the roots of Judaism and Christianity and the stories of the Old and New Testaments. Follow world-changing diplomats David Friedman and Mike Pompeo as they venture down this sacred road, treading the very ground Abraham, Jacob, King David, and Jesus once walked. Discover the history, witness the healing, and realize the hope along Route 60, the Biblical Highway.

HOWL’S MOVING CASTLE – GHIBLI 2023 (SUB)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 3:00 P.M.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 7:00 P.M.

RUNNING TIME: 135 MINUTES

From director Hayao Miyazaki, "Howl’s Moving Castle", is an Academy Award®-nominated acclaimed fantasy based on the novel of the same name. Sophie, an average teenage girl working in a hat shop, finds her life thrown into turmoil when she is literally swept off her feet by a handsome but mysterious wizard named Howl. But after this chance meeting, the young girl is turned into a 90-year old woman by the vain, conniving Witch of the Waste. Embarking on an incredible adventure to lift the curse, she finds refuge in Howl’s magical moving castle. As the true power of Howl’s wizardry is revealed, and his relationship with Sophie deepens, our young grey heroine finds herself fighting to protect them both from a dangerous war of sorcery that threatens their world. Dubbed in English on November 26 and subtitled on November 27, this special two-day event will also feature GKIDS Mini-Fest, an ongoing festival of the best animated shorts from around the world.

SPIRITED AWAY – GHIBLI 2023 (SUB)

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 3:05 P.M.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 7:00 P.M.

SPIRITED WAY– GHIBLI 2023 (DUB)

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29, 4:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 7:00 P.M.

RUNNING TIME: 140 MINUTES

Hayao Miyazaki’s Academy Award®-winning masterpiece "Spirited Away" was the biggest box office hit of all time in Japan and helped redefine the possibilities of animation for American audiences and a generation of new filmmakers. Chichiro thinks she is on another boring trip with her parents. But when they stop at a village that is not all that it seems, her parents undergo a mysterious transformation, and Chihiro is whisked into a world of fantastic spirits, shape-shifting dragons and a witch who never wants to see her leave. She must call on the courage she never knew she had to free herself and return her family to the outside world. Combining Japanese mythology with "Alice in Wonderland"-type whimsy, "Spirited Away" cemented Miyazaki’s reputation as an icon of animation and storytelling. Dubbed in English on October 29 and subtitled on October 30, this special two-day event will also feature GKIDS Mini-Fest, an ongoing festival of the best animated shorts from around the world.

The Blind

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 4:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 4:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 4:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1, 4:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 2, 4:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 4:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 4:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5, 4:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

RUNNING TIME: 118 MINUTES

Long before Phil Robertson became a reality TV star, he fell in love with Miss Kay and started a family, but his demons threatened to tear their lives apart. Set in the backwoods swamps of 1960s Louisiana, “THE BLIND” shares never-before-revealed moments in Phil’s life as he seeks to conquer the shame of his past, ultimately finding redemption in an unlikely place. This stunning cinematic journey chronicles the love story that launched a dynasty, the turmoil that nearly brought it crashing down, and the hope that rose from the ashes to create a foundation for generations to come.

WHAT IS LOVE? (2023)

MONDAY, OCTOBER 16, 7:00 P.M.

RUNNING TIME: 120 MINUTES

Every generation has struggled with the enduring question, What is Love?, and it remains one of Google’s most popular searches. Set off on a journey around the globe to explore the beauty depth and complexity of love. Hear unforgettable stories from those who have found love in a single glance to those who have searched for it their entire lives, from those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to those who have discovered a power stronger than hatred and violence. Peer inside the workings of the human brain to discover a fundamental neurological need stronger than the body’s physical need for food. Observe the inner struggles that make finding and holding on to love so complicated. Glimpse the thin veil that separates this world from what lies just beyond and see how love might survive death and hold the key to our destiny. Discover a desire that does not die and a hope that does not disappoint.

Onyx The Fortuitous And Talisman Of Souls

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 7:00 P.M. & 10:00 P.M. RUNNING TIME: 120 MINUTES

Onyx the Fortuitous is struggling to find purpose with his soul-devouring side gig when he receives a coveted invitation to the mansion of his idol, Bartok the Great. Here, he joins Bartok and his mysterious delegation to raise the spirit of an ancient demon for a once-in-a-lifetime ritual.

MET OP: DEAD MAN WALKING (2023)

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21, 9:55 A.M.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 25. 1:00 P.M. & 6:30 P.M.

RUNNING TIME: 195 MINUTES

American composer Jake Heggie’s compelling masterpiece, the most widely performed new opera of the last 20 years, arrives in cinemas in a haunting new production by Ivo van Hove. Based on Sister Helen Prejean’s memoir about her fight for the soul of a condemned murderer, “Dead Man Walking” matches the high drama of its subject with Heggie’s beautiful and poignant music and a brilliant libretto by Tony and Emmy Award–winner Terrence McNally. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium, with mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato starring as Sister Helen. The outstanding cast also features bass-baritone Ryan McKinny as the death-row inmate Joseph De Rocher, soprano Latonia Moore as Sister Rose, and legendary mezzo-soprano Susan Graham—who sang Helen Prejean in the opera’s 2000 premiere—as De Rocher’s mother.