Good Day Bend: Boots, Boards, and Ballads (Thursday, January 15, 2026)

By Good Day Bend Editorial Team | Published 2026-01-15

Today's Vibe: Boots, Boards, and Ballads

The snow is calling, the dance floors are waxed, and the guitars are tuned. Whether you're chasing powder at Hoodoo or finding your rhythm downtown, Thursday in Bend is hitting all the right notes.

🏔️ Outdoors: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 💃 Nightlife: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 🎸 Music: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Good morning, Bend. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect mid-week excuse to ditch the desk, today is your day. From the legendary Thrifty Thursdays at Hoodoo Ski Area to intimate fireside sessions out at Suttle Lake, we’ve scouted the best of the High Desert. Stay updated with the Bend Bulletin for mountain pass conditions before you head out.

Today's Headliners

Hoodoo's Thrifty Thursdays

🕒 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM | 📍 Hoodoo Ski Area | 💵 Discounted Lift Tickets

The Central Oregon institution returns. Hit the slopes of Hoodoo Butte for a fraction of the cost. With night skiing lights keeping the stoke high until 9:00 PM, it's the ultimate budget-friendly powder mission.

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Line Dance Lessons w/ Alex Cross-Eyed

🕒 8:00 PM - 9:40 PM | 📍 Community Thread at The Commons | 💵 Free

Dust off those boots. Alex Cross-Eyed leads a high-energy night of rhythmic footwork in the heart of downtown Bend. Perfect for beginners or pros looking to burn off some winter calories in a social, inclusive setting.

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Fireside Concert Series: Jacob Miller

🕒 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | 📍 The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse | 💵 $12.24

Escape to the woods for an intimate acoustic performance by Jacob Miller. Nestled by the roaring fireplace in the rustic lodge lobby, this is the quintessential Oregon winter evening experience.

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The Rundown

Thursday Night Live: Bill Powers @ Mountain Burger 6:00 PM | NorthWest Crossing | Free
Americana and bluegrass stylings in one of the City of Bend's most eco-conscious dining hubs.
Vino & Vibes: Community Open Mic @ The Winery at Manzanita 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Box Factory | Free
Local talent, s'mores by the fire, and small-batch wines in the vibrant Box Factory district.
Open Mic @ Wildwood Taphouse 6:00 PM | Box Factory | Free
Test your new material or catch the next big local act at this industrial-chic staple.
Tumalo Tunnel Road Ride 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Tumalo Community Park | Free
A scenic 17-mile loop for the road cyclists, featuring rolling hills and Cascade views.
Documentary Screening: "Left Behind" @ Tower Theatre Evening | Downtown Bend | Check Box Office
A poignant screening in partnership with the High Desert Education Service District.
Ultimate Scavenger Bend: Downtown 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM | Wall St | $20 - $30
A tech-infused family adventure exploring hidden history and public art.

Community Notes

Deschutes County Commissioners are holding their annual retreat today at 9:00 AM—stay engaged with local governance via The Source Weekly. Also, a shoutout to the CO Disability Support Network for their open house today at 3:00 PM!

Planning ahead? Check our Full Event Calendar.