Good Day Bend: Alpine Slopes & Social Soirees (Thursday, February 12, 2026)

By Good Day Bend Editorial Team | Published 2026-02-13

Today's Vibe: Alpine Slopes & Social Soirees

The Cascades are calling and the city is responding with a world-class lineup. Whether you're chasing $31 powder turns at Hoodoo Ski Area or sipping Pinot at a Parisian pop-up, Thursday in Bend is hitting all the right notes.

Outdoors: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Social: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Nightlife: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Pro Tip: Check the TripCheck cameras before heading up the pass, and stay tuned to KTVZ News for the latest local weather updates.

The Headliners

Hoodoo's Thrifty Thursdays

🕒 9:00 AM | 📍 Hoodoo Ski Area | 💵 $31

Central Oregon’s favorite mid-week tradition is back. Grab a full-day lift ticket for just $31 and join the local crowd for a high-energy day on the slopes. It’s the ultimate value-play for those looking to skip the weekend lines and soak in the fresh mountain air of the Cascades.

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FEATURED

OUT Central Oregon Winter PrideFest 2026

🕒 TBD | 📍 Various Locations | 💵 $TBD

The vibes are vibrant and inclusive as Winter PrideFest kicks off! Featuring RuPaul's Drag Race superstar Miz Cracker, this festival celebrates the LGBTQ+ community in the snowy heart of Bend. Check the Bend Source Weekly for detailed event schedules and party locations.

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Bistro Colette Pop-up

🕒 3:00 PM | 📍 Flights Wine Bar | 💵 Varies

Executive Chef Jeremy Buck transforms Flights Wine Bar into a Parisian escape for one night only. Located on the West Side, this pop-up features classic bistro fare paired with curated French wines. A perfect, sophisticated pre-Valentine's date night setting.

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The Daily Rundown

🐶 Find Your Next Love: Adoption event at UPP Liquids on Century Drive during $4 Happy Hour. Meet your new best friend!
🎸 Live Music in Father Luke’s Room: Cozy up at McMenamins Old St. Francis School for free regional tunes starting at 7:00 PM.
🧠 Trivia Night Double-Header: Test your wits at either Silver Moon Brewing (7 PM) or the East Side's favorite food cart hub, River’s Place (6 PM).
🎙️ The Bend Comedy Open Mic: Catch raw, local humor at Craft Kitchen & Brewery in NE Bend. Doors at 8:00 PM.
🎷 The Moanin' Frogs: A first-rate musical performance at the historic Tower Theatre downtown. 7:30 PM.
🎱 Weekly Bingo Night: High-energy fun and craft beers at Worthy Brewing's Beermongers hall. Starts at 6:00 PM.
🏗️ COROA Lunch & Learn: Networking for rental owners at the iconic Boneyard Pub on Division. 12:00 PM.

Looking to get involved? The Housing Options Made for Everyone (HOME) Committee meets at Bend City Hall at 1:30 PM to discuss the future of our urban development.

Planning your weekend early? Check our Full Events Calendar for more upcoming fun. For more details on our local forests, visit the Deschutes National Forest (USFS) website.

STAY VIBRANT, BEND.