Free events in Bend, OR

Enjoy a spirited trivia night hosted by Sink or Swim Trivia, featuring a lively memory challenge. Form a team and plan to arrive early to claim a table. Gift card prizes go to the top three teams, and there is no entry fee.

Experience a cozy music series showcasing artists personally chosen by Tom Nechville and Linda Leavitt. There is no cover charge. Suggested donations are welcome, and proceeds support CoreSisters.org or the Latin Community Association.

Test your knowledge at Head Games Trivia, a lively quiz gathering in the upstairs taproom. It is free to play, and prizes are up for grabs. Space can fill quickly, so plan to arrive early to claim a spot and get ready for the challenge.

Trivia Night unfolds in the Provisions Market at SCP Redmond, a free community gathering open to community members and hotel guests alike. Attendees may bring friends and family or arrive solo for an easygoing mix of friendly competition, laughs, and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests can arrive early or stay after to enjoy drinks and light bites at the nearby Wayfarer Club bar and lounge.

Gather your crew for a relaxed, free-to-play team trivia night at Prost Bend. UKB Trivia hosts a lively, in-person game that celebrates quick thinking and collaboration. Top scorers earn gift card prizes, and even teams that do not place still have a chance at a final giveaway. Enjoy authentic German fare, bier, and other Teutonic specialties while you play. UKB Trivia is experienced, independent, and locally owned and operated. Bring a pen and plenty of good vibes. The show highlights human intelligence and creativity, and UKB Trivia does not voluntarily use AI in the creation, marketing, production, or presentation of its trivia shows.

Trivia on the Moon presents a free trivia night, billed as Bend's only award-winning option. Groups can reserve a table for $20 through the event co-host.

Washington Trust Bank is hosting a free community shred day that provides a secure, drive-through way to dispose of sensitive paperwork. On-site shredding is available for items such as old bank and credit card statements, tax documents, medical records, pay stubs, and any pages containing Social Security numbers or account information. The service is offered at no cost to help reduce the risk of identity theft and fraud. For a smooth visit, remain in your vehicle, bring only personal documents, and be aware that binders and hard drives are not accepted. Shredding is available while capacity allows.

Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on volunteer session on the farm, helping with weeding, pulling up crops, digging in the soil, planting, harvesting, and other farm tasks. No gardening experience is required, just enthusiasm for good food and a willingness to get your hands dirty. Volunteers are thanked with fresh vegetables to take home. Children are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Wear clothes that can get messy, bring a water bottle, and pack sun protection or extra layers to stay comfortable.

Useless Knowledge Bowl is a live team trivia event at Rivers Place Taphouse in Bend, presented by UKB Trivia. Teams can play for fun or compete for house gift cards. Participation is free, and bringing a pen is encouraged. The taproom serves cold brews, ciders and a house mimosa menu, and the beer garden features food from Nik's Snacks, Bai Tong on Wheels, The Zone and Fresco & Fryed. UKB Trivia emphasizes human intelligence and creativity and states that it does not voluntarily use AI in the creation, marketing, production or presentation of its shows.

Put your knowledge to the test at Initiative Brewing with a lively UKB Trivia game. Form a team for a shot at prizes, and enjoy a free-to-play night of questions alongside food, brews, and plenty of fun. Bring good energy and a pen if you can. UKB Trivia champions people-powered smarts and creativity and does not use AI in the creation, marketing, production, or presentation of its shows.