Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Saturday, October 11th, 2025.
We’re waking up to another crisp and colorful October weekend here in Central Oregon and the calendar is absolutely brimming with ways to celebrate autumn and connect with your community. For families itching for festival fun, the Sunriver Fall Festival is in full swing all weekend, offering pony rides, a petting zoo, pumpkin painting, and tasty s’mores by the fire. It’s the perfect spot to soak up the changing leaves and give the kids a memory to talk about come Monday.
If you love history with a twist of nostalgia, Blockbuster’s 40th birthday bash is happening today. Drop by the iconic Last Blockbuster for some ‘80s-themed music, karaoke, trivia and a costume contest plus local food and fun prizes. Whether you’re reliving the days of VHS tapes or just love a good party, this one is for you.
Music fans have plenty to tap their toes to tonight. The Oxford Hotel hosts an evening of live jazz and soul, culminating at 8pm with the acclaimed Marc Broussard, bringing his signature bayou sound to downtown Bend. And for those seeking something a little more theatrical, Stereophonic is playing at the Hult Center, promising a night of immersive sound and storytelling.
Sports lovers, you’ve got even more to cheer about this weekend. After some big wins on Friday—Mountain View’s shutout against Caldera and Summit Storm’s continued dominance over Bend—local high school football fans are riding high. If you missed the action, you can catch highlights and updates from all the local matchups on KTVZ.
In community developments, keep your eyes peeled on the north end of town, where construction for the new indoor sports arena and Bailey’s Sports campus is well underway. This ambitious project will soon offer everything from gymnastics and cheer to volleyball, ninja warrior courses, and a state-of-the-art skatepark, making year-round activities accessible to every kid in Central Oregon. It’s a major investment in our youth and aims to cement Bend as a true regional destination for sports.
A quick traffic note: expect a single-lane closure with some shifts along NW Bond Street near the Deschutes County Courthouse today as work continues in that area.
And for those feeling reflective, be aware that the ongoing federal shutdown is starting to affect some services and workers across the region. While the day-to-day impact has been modest so far, local economists note growing pressure points, especially for families relying on federal programs.
Before we sign off, remember there’s plenty to explore outdoors. Several Oregon State Parks, just a short drive away, are hosting guided mushroom walks and fall hikes today—an ideal way to get your nature fix and learn something new.
That’s your news, happenings, and need-to-know notes for Saturday in Bend. This has been Bend Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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