Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Saturday, August 2, 2025. We’re rolling into the first full weekend of August in Bend and there’s no shortage of things to do, see, and talk about around town.
It’s a big weekend for classic car lovers, with the monthly Cars and Coffee meetup happening this morning on 27th Street from 8 to 10. Bring your ride or just come to admire everything from vintage muscle to quirky daily drivers. A little farther afield in Redmond, the Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo continues today. This 105-year-old tradition brings the whole community together for carnival rides, livestock shows, and rodeo action—and if you haven’t picked up a funnel cake this summer, today’s your day.
Music fans, you’re in luck. The Dad Bods 80’s cover band will be rocking it at Rivers Place from 6 to 9 tonight, so break out your neon and join the fun. For lovers of the classics, the Sunriver Music Festival opens its “French Soirée” concert series today, running through August 13 with performances spanning Bend and Sunriver. Tickets are still available if you’re in the mood for orchestral strings under those high desert skies.
On the news front, there’s been excitement—and a bit of tension—around town after a car theft suspect was finally apprehended yesterday while riding a bike through north Bend. The incident prompted a shelter-in-place advisory for several neighborhoods as police searched with K9 units. Thankfully, everyone’s safe and life is back to normal for neighbors in the area.
For outdoor adventurers, the forecast is hot and dry, with a red flag warning in effect for wildfire danger across Central Oregon. Please use extra caution with campfires and outdoor equipment this weekend. Trails are open and wild with summer color, though, so whether you’re hiking, biking, or just out for a scenic drive, you’ll find plenty of ways to soak up August’s beauty.
A quick heads-up for commuters and weekend drivers: Knott Road will be partially closed between SE 15th and Raintree Drive for city work. Allow a little extra time if your errands take you that way.
Rounding out the day, tonight is perfect for stargazing. As the sun sets and the air cools, throw a blanket on the grass, grab a red flashlight, and let the Central Oregon sky put on a show. And if you’re craving a little adrenaline, Skydive Bend is open all weekend for those bucket-list high desert jumps.
That’s a snapshot of Bend today—lively, laid-back, and full of ways to make your Saturday memorable. This has been Bend Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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