Thanksgiving feasts, family fun, and the beginning of ski season at Mt. Bachelor! If you want to create warm memories packed full of flavor and adventure, Bend, Oregon is the place to be in November.
BEND PICK OF THE MONTH
Thanksgiving Celebrations at Pronghorn Resort!
We have a full weekend of events planned for you and your family November 24-26, starting with Thanksgiving Harvest. Stay with us Thanksgiving weekend starting at only $124 per night!*
Golf Shop Holiday Sale
November 23-17
November 24 – ALL IN STOCK shoes 25% OFF
November 25 – ALL IN STOCK outerwear 30% OFF
November 26 & November 27 – ALL IN STOCK golf polos, shorts and skorts 40% OFF
Thanksgiving Harvest
November 24
Chef Kevin Linde has a special menu planned for your Thanksgiving table. Join us in Chanterelle for seatings beginning at 11am and leave all of the preparations, cooking and cleanup to us! All of your favorite dishes will be there — Savory Roasted Turkey with gravy, Carved Herb Rubbed Prime Rib, Cornbread Stuffing, Brussels Sprouts, Whisky Pecan Tarts, and so much more. $55 per per person, children 6-12 years is $19. Please call Guest Services at 541-693-5300 to reserve.
Family Cooking Class
November 25
Come learn how to make Butternut Squash Ravioli! This fun, interactive cooking class is suitable for all ages and will be held right here at Pronghorn. Ages 13 and up the cost is $20 per person, kids 12 and under are free. Class begins at 3pm. Call Guest Services at 541-693-5300 to reserve your spot today.
Family Footgolf
November 25
If you haven’t had a chance to try the latest craze on the golf course (and even if you have), gather the family and get outside to work off that Thanksgiving feast for a game of footgolf! All ages, free of charge at Pronghorn! (Dependent on weather.)
Civil War Party
November 26
It’s an Oregon tradition and one of our favorite parts of the holiday weekend: University of Oregon Ducks vs Oregon State Beavers football game. Come to Cascada and enjoy appetizer and drink specials during the game!
Thanksgiving Weekend Brunch
November 27
Join us for a special a la carte holiday brunch and continue the delicious Thanksgiving celebrations! Pumpkin-Pear and Marscarpone Blintz, Chorizo and Cornbread Stuffing Waffle, Bloody Marys and Bottomless Mimosas! May the weekend never end.
Mt. Bachelor Opening Day
November 25
It’s one of the most anticipated days of the year and with early snow accumulations on Mt. Bachelor it’s looking like the 2016-2017 season is going to incredible. Rest up Thanksgiving night because Friday is best spend on the slopes! Let our Concierge help you plan the perfect day on the mountain. Opening day is tentative, so be sure to stay informed of the latest snow reports at Mt. Bachelor.
Here’s what the mountain looked like after an early season storm in October!
The Capitol Steps at The Tower Theatre
November 1-2
Bring a little humor and parody into this election season with a performance of political satire at the Tower Theatre “What To Expect When You’re Electing.” The Capitol Steps have been around for 30 years and they’ve been making over-politicized audiences laugh at themselves and each other ever since.
Bourbon and Whiskey Tasting with Crafted Life
November 11, 5-6:30pm
Join us in Cascada for complementary tastings of bourbon, whiskey and crafted cocktails. Tastings and cocktails from Ottis Webber Oregon Wheat Whiskey, Vinn Whiskey, Strong American Light Whiskey, Stein Distillery Straight Bourbon and Cascade Alchemy Bourbon. Following the tasting, join us in Chanterelle for special bourbon-inspired dinner selections from Chef Kevin Linde. Reservations requested for tasting and dinner with Guest Services by calling 541-693-5300.
17th Annual Veterans Day Parade
“Honoring The Military Order of the Purple Heart”
November 11
The Veterans Day Parade in Bend, Oregon is truly something special. The entire community comes out to pay respect and gratitude to our veterans. Come see an array of American flags and small-town patriotism as veterans, schools, bands, businesses and organizations this year honor the Central Oregon Military Order of the Purple Heart.
Downtown Bend
I Like Pie Run
November 24
You might say, well, who doesn’t like pie? Especially on Thanksgiving Day! Combine it with a fun walk/run, and you have one of the most-loved courses in Bend. This 2k, 5k, or 10k is a tradition for many and includes a pie baking contest and community food drive. Bring the whole family and get moving before the big meal begins.
10 Barrel Pray For Snow Party
November 25
Every year, one of Bend’s most popular breweries, 10 Barrel Brewing, hosts a “Pray For Snow” Party. Celebrate the amazing winter season ahead, as well as the release of 10 Barrel’s 2016 Pray for Snow Winter Ale. Plus the custom 10 Barrel snowboarding rail jam truck, live music, food, and of course, beer. Family friendly and free entry. Join them at their brewing facility on NE 18th Street in Bend.