Good Day Bend: Folk Harmonies & Community Conversations (Tuesday, January 20, 2026)
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Vibe: Folk Harmonies & Community Conversations
Family: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Nightlife: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Good morning, Bend. Today’s rhythm is a soulful blend of high-energy folk and the kind of deep community dialogue that defines the High Desert. Whether you’re catching the technical wizardry of local skaters indoors or leaning into the history of the LGBTQ+ movement, today is about connection. Bundle up, grab a brew, and let's dive into the Tuesday pulse.
Today's Headliners
Briscoe Live at Volcanic Theatre Pub
Rising folk-rock duo Briscoe brings their high-energy performance and soulful harmonies to the Westside. Known for bridging classic Americana with modern indie-rock, Truett Heintzelman and Philip Lupton deliver a multi-instrumental show that feels right at home in Volcanic’s gritty, intimate warehouse setting.
📍 Map ItWhen We Rise: My Life in the Movement with Cleve Jones
A heavyweight evening of history at the historic Tower Theatre. Join world-renowned activist Cleve Jones, mentee of Harvey Milk and founder of the NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt, for a discussion on his memoir "When We Rise." This is a rare opportunity to hear firsthand accounts of the struggle for LGBTQ+ civil rights.
📍 Map ItBoardhouse Game of Skate
The local skate scene moves indoors for a technical showdown. This bracket-style 'S-K-A-T-E' competition brings Central Oregon’s best flat-ground skaters together for an electric, high-stakes battle on the Volcanic floor. Expect films, music, and local vibes.
📍 Map ItThe Daily Rundown
🎵 Music & Nightlife
- Tuesday Night Jazz: T5 Jazz brings bossa nova and standards to The Commonwealth Pub on the Westside. (6:30 PM | Free)
- Adam Moezinia Folk Element Trio: A sophisticated blend of folk and jazz at The Rosebud Theatre. (7:00 PM | $20-$30)
- Constant Smiles: Pastoral indie-pop soundscapes at Silver Moon Brewing. (6:30 PM)
- Be Brave: High-energy live music at Father Paddy’s Public House. (8:00 PM | Free)
- Bachata Classes: Warm up with beginner Latin dance steps at Foundation Health and Fitness. (7:30 PM | $15)
🏔️ Outdoors & Learning
- Know Before You Go: Essential avalanche safety and snowpack awareness session at Mountain Supply in Downtown Bend. (6:00 PM | Free)
- Parker McMullen Bushman: A talk on equity and inclusion in our parks at the High Desert Museum. (5:00 PM | Free)
- Hoodoo’s Snowballers Bingo: Grab a pint at Crux Fermentation Project to support the Central Oregon Avalanche Center. (6:00 PM | Free to Attend)
🏫 Community & Family
- Choice High School Info Night: Learn about specialized learning tracks at the Bend-La Pine Schools Education Center. (6:00 PM | Free)
- Landmarks Commission Meeting: Dive into local historic preservation at City Hall. (6:00 PM | Free)
- Ultimate Scavenger Bend: Interactive citywide adventures for kids and adults starting in Downtown Bend. (10:00 AM | $22.94)
- Epic: The Musical Karaoke: Teen-only karaoke night (ages 13-18) at the North Bend Public Library. (4:00 PM | Free)
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