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Bend Parks and Recreation

Community Events

The district offers several community events each year, including our Old Fashioned July 4th Celebration and Pet Parade, and The Original Pumpkin Festival.

Central Oregon's Got Talent...March 15, 2008
We're searching for singers, dancers, magicians, jugglers and more. This talent show takes place at the Tower Theatre. Finalists will be chosen by local celebrity judges and winners chosen by audience votes. $1000 in cash prizes will be provided by our sponsors! Kid group (12 and under) entry fee is $15, Competitive group (all ages) entry fee is $30. All proceeds will go to support recreation equipment and opportunites for those with disabilities in our community. Download registration form here

Arbor Week Tree Planting...April 2-5, 2008
Over the years local youth have planted thousands of pine seedlings in our parks during our Arbor Week Event. This free children's tree planting program includes an introductory interpretive talk, supervision of hands-on tree planting, and lots of fun digging in the dirt. For more information on location, equipment, clothing, etc, please call Eric at 389-7275.

Old Fashioned July 4th Celebration & Pet Parade... July 4, 2008july 4.jpg

If you are looking for a special way to celebrate July 4th, start the day with Bend's most historical event, the Pet Parade, where children of all ages bring their special pet (we've seen dogs - large & small, llamas, horses, lizards, goats, and lots of stuffed animals) to parade through downtown Bend.  It's one of the most unique parades you'll ever see! Then join the rest of the community for our traditional event in Drake Park. You'll find interesting craft and food booths, old fashioned games like three legged races, watermelon eating and water balloon contests as well as wonderful live entertainment.

The Original Central Oregon Pumpkin Festival...Saturday, October 11, 2008  

pumpkinf.jpgThe district also brings the community together in October for the Original Pumpkin Festival. It is located at beautiful Tillicum Ranch west of town. You'll find a field full of pumpkins to choose from, games like the giant pumpkin launch, pony rides, farm animals, face painting, a slightly haunted hay barn, live entertainment and lots of good food. This event provides family fun in an exciting ranch setting. No dogs please. 

Directions from Bend: Take Hwy 20 six miles west toward Sisters to Couch Market Road. Follow signs to the Pumpkin Festival.

If you are a business that would like to help sponsor this wonderful family event, click here

Volunteers are needed to make these events happen!

 
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