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,
2008
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
The 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!
