Celebrate The Harvest Season
Get ready for some fall fun at the 2023 First Interstate Bank Bend Fall Festival! We can’t wait to celebrate autumn in Central Oregon with an amazing community of art lovers and festival goers. This annual tradition brings together the community for one of Downtown Bend’s largest events of the year.
Fine Art
Saturday & Sunday | Wall St between Oregon Ave & Franklin Ave
Stroll through the more than 80 fine artists and craftspeople as they fill the street with their handwork, design and artistry. Traveling to Bend from all over the state, region and country, these fine artists bring color and life to the First Interstate Bank Bend Fall Festival! This year’s artists are bringing pottery, photography, fiber arts, 2D fine art, 3D fine art and sculpture, home and garden adornments, jewelry and more.

Harvest Market
Saturday & Sunday | Minnesota Ave between Bond St & Wall St
The Harvest Market, on Minnesota Ave., will be teeming with the colors and fragrances of fall’s bounty. Delicious fruits and vegetables from local farmers like, knobby gourds, acorn squash, pumpkins will gild the booths. Local ranchers will provide chicken, pork and beef to make hearty meals, appropriate for the season.
Oregon Lifestyle Marketplace
Saturday 11am-6:30pm & Sunday 11am-5pm | Minnesota Ave between Wall St and Bond St
Live Your Best Life
If you need some foodie inspiration, visit Minnesota Avenue to treat your palette to robust Pacific Northwest wines and epicurean treats.
Gourmet is a lifestyle! Artisan products will be available for novice cooks to gourmet chefs alike.

Cornhole for Kids Tourney
Saturday 11am | Minnesota Ave
Let’s play cornhole! Enter this tournament style competition and throw some bags at the 2023 Bend Fall Festival – all in support of the youth in our community.
Entry Fee: $100 for 2 players
Enter to play in the tournament by downloading the Scorholio app on your phone through this link!
Interested in being an event sponsor? Contact Anthony Poponi at apoponi@bgcbend.org

Live Music from 2022!
Friday

The Roof Rabbits
Friday, 5:30-6:30pm
The Roof Rabbits are a three-piece punk band, hailing from Bend, Oregon. Well, that’s the simple way of putting it. Their influences come from all over the musical spectrum, drawing most of the sound from the years of punk’s infancy. Bands like the Stooges and Television, create a raw backbone for the Roof Rabbits, while later pop-punk and post-punk bands provide influence in much of the song structures.
Drummer Sean Garvin (also of Boxcar Stringband, and Tuck and Roll) and Bass player Sam Fisher (also of Tuck and Roll, Harley Bourbon, and currently Beyond the Lamplight) have such a pop-punk dynamic working like a well oiled machine, as the two of them have spent over a decade together in the local punk band Tuck and Roll. (which Sam was the singer-guitarist and songwriter in). These two, provide an up-beat and driving rhythm section for the infectious lyrics, and electric guitar playing of Johnny Bourbon. (also of Harley Bourbon)
The three of them got together in late 2016 to work on their debut album “Creature Comforts” which is full of tongue in cheek anthemic punk songs steeped in themes of love and loss, catharsis, depression, and coming of age.
The songs have come together quite easily since then, as band chemistry and moral has been phenomenal.
Since their inception they have continued to work on new music and released a mid-pandemic EP titled “Arizona” expanding on previous themes and continuing to include nods toward bands like The Pixies, Jawbreaker, Superchunk, Nirvana, & Hot Water Music.
This eclectic concentration of all things that rock has been distilled by the rabbits, and mixed with real life experiences to form brutally honest songs that are addictive and unique.

The Old Revival
Friday, 7-8pm
They say good things take time, and that rings true for The Old Revival. What originally started as a collection of solo songs written in a spare room by frontman Brandon Prinzing, later became the bands first record. Hitting the road with an acoustic guitar, Prinzing crossed paths with The Almost frontman and Underoath drummer Aaron Gillespie. After becoming friends on the road and as the tour came to an end, it was decided that Gillespie would produce Prinzing’s first record.
Recorded in Albuquerque, New Mexico at Rio Grande Studios, the band released their first Record “Hear This” in October of 2018 under the name Brandon Prinzing and The Old Revival.
But as art often evolves, the band was stepping into a metamorphosis. Keeping the original heart and soul of The Old Revival, Jesse Martinez remained on bass and Gus Hulstein on drums. But with a new record and concept beginning to take shape, some new members made their way into the picture. Ian Cook and Andrew Carew, both of the roots-rock outfit Larry and his Flask, made their entrance to the band in 2019. Not only did Cook step into lead guitar and Carew Piano, but as talented vocal performers they brought the bright three part harmonies that became a staple of the record. With Cook also stepping into the producers chair, the band begin laying down the tracks that would become their second record, 9 Meals from Anarchy. Recorded in Bend, Oregon at The Firing Room by Dayne Wood, the band had the time to put every ounce of life they had into the music.
With a new direction, and a new passion injected by a larger than life rock opera concept, it was clear this was no longer Brandon Prinzing and The Old Revival. This was the sum of all their parts, The Old Revival.
With anthemic sounds, intricate guitar work, sing-a-long melodies and delicate piano, 9 Meals from Anarchy is a creation that takes you on a journey. One that asks you to look internally about how far you can be pushed before you crack, and then screams back at you that it doesn’t care what your answer is. When the world falls apart and human nature takes over, how many meals from anarchy are you?

Marcus Rezak's Shred Is Dead
Feat. Ike Willis (Frank Zappa) and Members of Yak Attack
Friday, 8:30-10pm
MARCUS REZAK’S SHRED IS DEAD Feat. Ike Willis (Frank Zappa) and Members of Yak Attack
Marcus Rezak is a recording artist, touring musician, session guitarist, and music theorist. Marcus released his debut album on Nov. 9th 2018 entitled, “Gateway To The Galaxy” ft. Bill Evans (sax, Miles Davis), Arthur Barrow (bass, Frank Zappa), Kris Myers (drums) and Joel Cummins (keys, Umphreys McGee).
As a lead guitarist, Marcus carves out a distinguished style in the world of Guitar with several well-known cutting edge groups including Katharsis, Shred is Dead, FrankenZaps Monster, Digital Tape Machine, Stratosphere All-Stars, and as an artist at large. He has performed at some of the most elite music festivals across the globe in various genres. Known as a master of jazz improvisation and the art of the sit-in, Marcus is a frequent call among bands and musicians carving out his unique niche in the performance world. Having a commanding stage presence, Marcus takes the euphoric freedom of live music and directs its path into a unique approach, as if every jam is a live recording session. By keeping exceptionally comprehensive mental notes on what works, what doesn’t, and how to improve is what has led Marcus to respect in the music world and to such integral heights.
Saturday

Cascade School of Music Students
Saturday, 11:30am-12:30pm

Da Chara Duo
Saturday, 1-2pm
Kimberly Rogers and Steve Thorp make up Da Chara Duo, a Central Oregon favorite since 2012. The Duo’s brand of eclectic, acoustic music on flute, guitar, and vocals has been called, “the perfect background music,” an effortless blend of jazz, pop, and originals: old and new, up tempo and mellow. The band has released two CD’s: “Bloom,” a mix of jazz, folk, and originals, and “Two,” featuring the group’s instrumental side, in 2016. Satisfaction guaranteed!

Jay Si Proof
Saturday, 2:30-3:30pm
Jay Si Proof is a musical collective playing earth jazz, founded in 2019 by trombonist/singer Jeff Chilton in Portland, OR. Playing between dancy grooves, catchy melodies, personal lyrics, and jazzy harmonies, Jay Si Proof’s music strikes a balance between being thoughtfully arranged and passionately improvised. The band has been described as a cross between Steely Dan and Chick Corea fronted with vocals and horns.
Enlivened by his experience teaching music in the Portland Public Schools and vetted by years working as a cruise ship musician as well as a sideman in the diverse Portland music scene, Chilton is know for his charismatic and energetic live performances. He has performed with international bands such as The Diamonds, The Platters, and Broken Social Scene as well as countless PDX bands including Dirty Revival, Onion the Man, and the Portland Jazz Composers Ensemble. He has played at venues such as Pickathon Music Festival, The Crystal Ballroom, The Wonder Ballroom, Doug Fir, Goodfoot Lounge, Grassroots Music Festival and more.
Joining him in Jay Si Proof, on stage and in the studio, is a rotating cast of musicians anchored by Keith Cheek (flute, tenor sax), JD Erikson (tenor sax), Lucas James (drums), Corey Heppner (guitar), Levi Zalma (bass), Jackie Yerke (vocals), and Bryanne Sawyers (vocals), all members of the vibrant and diverse Portland music scene. The collective released the 5 track EP “Closer” on CD and streaming platforms in Spring 2021 to praise and attention at home on Portland’s KMHD Jazz Radio as well as abroad in Europe and South American playlists.
Jay Si Proof is a band with an intention. “We believe that when you listen, dance, or play music you are participating in whole being therapy which brings your body and mind into harmonic balance. We create new decade sounds rooted in funk, disco, jazz, afrobeat, and lofi hip hop traditions that are crafted and performed with purpose to elevate us all into a refreshing higher state. The proof is in the music!”

The Muddy Souls
Saturday, 4-5pm
Born out of the belly of the acoustic music scene in Eugene, Oregon, The Muddy Souls were formed in the Fall of 2018. They combine bluegrass, folk and traditional music with original songwriting and lively instrumentals for a memorable show that is sure to get your feet dancing and your face grinning.

Mitch and The Melody Makers
Saturday, 5:30-6:30pm
We’re excited to bring the Rock & Soul Dance Party to Bend! Mitch & the Melody Makers is a 50’s & 60’s rock ‘n’ roll cover band from Portland, Oregon.
Your Melody Makers are Mitchell S. Gonzalez (Alexandra Savior, Matt Dorrien) on lead guitar and lead vocals, Alex Landers on guitar and vocals, David Robert Burrows (Kulululu, Human Ottoman) on keys, Carmen Paradise (Ashleigh Flynn & the Riveters, Mama Sam & the Jam) on sparkle bass and vocals, and Alexandra Geffel (The Cabin Project, Far Out West) on drums and vocals.

Ben Rice Trio
Saturday, 7-8pm
Ben Rice has been leaving huge impressions on audiences around the Northwest and winning awards for his vocals and guitar playing for the last seven years. In 2014 at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee, he left the audience speechless with a raw emotional delivery of his version of “Key To The Highway.” On his second consecutive trip to the International Blues Challenge, he made the finals in the solo/duo category and was awarded the St. Blues Guitarist award for best guitarist.
His debut on the international stage in 2014, was a landmark step forward in his career from being a regional act playing primarily around the NW to a national and international touring artist. Captivating audiences and presenting himself as someone who has a lot of depth in the various soundscapes of American music, Ben is gaining fans all over the world who love his playing, singing, songs, and stage performance.
His original music blends Soul, Delta-Blues, Rockabilly, Jazz, and Funk into a Roots Stew. Influenced heavily by his parents record collection, from Al Green to Alice Cooper, Teddy Pendergrass to Marshall Tucker, at a young age Ben began investigating Blues and it’s history. Starting with B.B. King and going through the various regions and time periods, he is inspired and influenced by historical figures like Muddy Waters, Mississippi Fred McDowell, Robert Johnson, Big Bill Broonzy, and Skip James to name a few. Ben spent his college years studying Jazz Guitar at the University of Oregon as well as classical music while also playing in the Celtic Folk ensemble and Mariachi group on campus. He is well versed in a lot of musical styles that all contribute to the unique sound of his originals.
As a performer Ben looks to the greats for inspiration and is always striving to connect with the audience through his music and stories. He also has an interesting arsenal of guitars playing resophonic guitars and homemade cigar box guitars. More important than the visual appeal Ben has an amazing way of making these guitars sound, often bringing audiences to tears with his slide playing.
Ben Rice has been a growing talent in the NW, winning awards for his singing, guitar work, writing, and performing. He is stepping into the national and international scene using the vast influences of the American music to fuel his music and performance.

Hot Buttered Rum
Saturday, 8:30-10pm
Sunday
Hot Buttered Rum, a souped-up, left-coast string band, is the brainchild of uniquely gifted musicians who weave their love of bluegrass, folk, jazz and soul into a riveting strain of Americana. String bass and five-alarm fiddle merge with guitar, banjo, mandolin, drums and keyboards to frame the voices of its two contrasting writers, fueling a dance party with roots in Appalachia and its branches in California. It’s a sound that’s as tough to describe as it is easy to love. Twenty years into its journey, HBR’s music, dreamed up in the backcountry of the High Sierra and the basements of San Francisco, has found its way into the hearts, minds and bodies of fans nationwide. The band continues to tour year-round in support of its many albums and social causes. Don’t miss the chance to see them soon!

Cascade School of Music Students
Sunday, 11:30-12:30pm

Dan Martin
Sunday, 1-2pm
Originally from New York, Dan has a meditative reggae funk vibe and soothing vocals. He plays with a multi-layer loop of guitar bass and drums.

Melomania
Sunday, 2:30-3:30pm
Coyote Willow is an Americana band hailing from Bend, Oregon. This exciting artistic partnership joins Tim Coffey’s soulful guitar, Kat Hilst’s powerful cello and the duo’s rich vocal harmonies, creating a unique blend of folk, roots, blues and intricate instrumentals. Their beautiful music with grit celebrates the magical rhythms of life.
The pair have shared the stage with such illustrious musicians as Robert Earl Keen, Shawn Mullins, Sean Watkins (of Nickel Creek), David Jacobs-Strain, Keith Greeninger, and Radoslav Lorkovic.
Coyote Willow’s unique sound hails from a blend of diverse musical backgrounds. Kat started playing piano at 5 and graduated from Oberlin Conservatory in piano performance. She grew up playing the violin and later switched to the cello. Tim Coffey hit the road at 19, spending 20 years as a professional touring backup guitarist. Today his voice and songwriting is front and center, attracting the attention of Breedlove Guitars, who invited him to join their stable of artists.
The group is a regional favorite, performing multiple venues, festivals and private events throughout the Pacific Northwest year round.

The Hasbens
Sunday, 4-5pm
The Hasbens (the band that has Bens) is a funky four-piece Jam Band from Upstate New York (whom recently relocated to Bend) featuring Ben Sparks (Rhythm Guitar), Sam Ralbovsky (Lead Guitar), Ben Thompson (Bass), and Sam Gibney (Drums).
Pulling from diverse musical backgrounds, the group makes it a priority to blend styles in a manner that will keep any crowd dancing and the energy high. With a diverse catalogue of distinctive originals and familiar covers, The Hasbens will keep your attention locked and your body groovin!

Oktoberfest Activities!
The Downtown Bend Business Associate presents Oktoberfest Spirit Day!
Join us in Downtown Bend on Saturday, October 1st for Oktoberfest Spirit Day! Go to various Downtown Businesses to participate.
Costume Contest for adults, kids, and pets.
People who show up in Oktoberfest hats, Dirndl, or Lederhosen could get a prize for having the best costume at participating Downtown Businesses.

Yodeling
More info coming soon!

Flash Mob
More info coming soon on how to get involved!

Coloring Contest
Kids can grab the paper at the Downtown Bend Business Association table at Fall Fest.

Family Fun
The Bend Family Play Zone
Saturday 11am-6:30pm & Sunday 11am-5pm | Brooks Alley between Franklin and Oregon
Enjoy two days of family fun from First Interstate Bank Bend Fall Festival. It will be more fun than ever. Bounce houses, kids’ activities and more!

Pumpkin Painting
Every child at Bend Fall Festival gets to leave with a perfectly painted pumpkin to take home. Select the perfect size pumpkin from our local selection and then let your imagination run wild! Paint spooky faces, fall scenes or a colorful abstract masterpieces. All art materials are included so little ones can spend the day getting creative!

Kids Harvest Run
A PacificSource Kids Rock the Races event
Join us on Saturday, October 1st for an exciting PacificSource Kids Rock the Races event! Kids between the ages of 3-10 will have a blast on this fun course at Troy Field (just south of the Bend Fall Festival). Each little runner will receive a pumpkin to take back to the Bend Family Play Zone’s Pumpkin Painting Station after the race.
Saturday, Sept 30th | Noon | Troy Field
Ages 3 to 4 — 12:00pm
Ages 5 to 7 — 12:10pm
Ages 8 to 10 — 12:20pm


About PacificSource Kids Rock the Races
Does your kid want to join in on the fun? Are you hoping to instill your love for running and the outdoors? Not only is this race series a chance for little ones to be a part of the “Big Kid” races, but it’s also a great way to teach children how to lead a healthy lifestyle.
The races are non-competitive — everyone receives a finishers ribbon and a punch card for earning more prizes! Run multiple races, earn more prizes! Learn More >>>
Art In Action Avenue
Saturday & Sunday | Brooks Alley
Catch artists in the act of creating on Art Adventure Avenue, a gigantic art studio for you to explore. Discover your inner artists with printmakers, clay sculptors, chalk artists and pumpkin painters! Stand back as the massive steamroller prints amazing works for art, transform clay from a lump to a bowl, discover your inner artist with painting a pumpkin. Fun for all ages!

Steam Roller
Stand back! Prepare to see several thousand pounds of raw machine muscle create stunning art work right on the street, right in front of you. Some of Central Oregon finest artists will be expanding the dimensions of their typical printmaking boundaries onto relatively massive expanses of paper. This is big art!

Clay Magic
It is indeed magic to see the transformation of clay. Watch Central Oregon ceramic artists in action as they transform a lump of clay into a realistic or whimsical sculpture, or a beautiful piece of pottery as they demonstrate their skill at the potter’s wheel.

Conscious Living Showcase
Take a journey through the healing and wellness showcase and discover compassion, purpose and contribution. Be empowered to make changes in ourselves and in our daily lives to create a sustainable environment and a peaceful world.
The Pizza Cart produces 10” hand rolled thin crust pizzas. We believe that by using quality product from local purveyors we will simply produce a more delicious pizza. We make our dough and sauce from scratch using less than 7 ingredients in each. Our personal thin crust pizza delights our hungry guests. We offer gluten free, vegetarian, vegan, egg free and soy free options and pride ourselves on catering to even the most restrictive diets.
We sell Argentinian Empanadas, handmade from scratch. Made in small batches, all vegetarian, with mostly organic and locally sourced ingredients.
Gyros, lemonade, garlic fries and more!
Corndogs, fried cheese, fried candybars
Dippin’ Dots Ice Cream, Miniature Donuts and drinks

Food and Libations
Check out this year’s food options!
Local favorites serving up deliciousness all weekend long.
A great selection of craft brews from Sunriver Brewing and northwestern wines and classic cocktails will also be available!
The Pizza Cart produces 10” hand rolled thin crust pizzas. We believe that by using quality product from local purveyors we will simply produce a more delicious pizza. We make our dough and sauce from scratch using less than 7 ingredients in each. Our personal thin crust pizza delights our hungry guests. We offer gluten free, vegetarian, vegan, egg free and soy free options and pride ourselves on catering to even the most restrictive diets.
We sell Argentinian Empanadas, handmade from scratch. Made in small batches, all vegetarian, with mostly organic and locally sourced ingredients.
Gyros, lemonade, garlic fries and more!
Corndogs, fried cheese, fried candybars
Dippin’ Dots Ice Cream, Miniature Donuts and drinks

Soul Collective
Saturday 11am-6pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
Oregon Ave between Brooks Alley & Wall St
Explore clothing and accessories that exhibit the influences of rich textiles from vintage to global. Indulge your creative side and discover a source of inspiration through artfulness and good design. Escape from the everyday and fulfill your soul by embracing mind-fullness and well-being.
Bend Business Showcase
Saturday & Sunday | Wall Street – Between Oregon and Greenwood Avenue
The Bend Business Showcase is located on Wall St. and is a valuable opportunity for event-goers to become acquainted with Central Oregon business owners. Meet the biggest names in a variety of industries, including healing and wellness, nutrition, tiny homes, home improvement, insurance, banking, solar power, recreational and sporting goods, social media management, and more!