MOST RECENT POSTS
MOST RECENT POSTS
Somewhere That’s Green plant shop opening in the Old Mill District!
Innovative store will offer plants, products and workshops beginning in early July A leader in urban greenification in Central Oregon, the plant shop Somewhere That’s Green is opening a new storefront in Bend’s Old Mill District. [...]
Staycation celebration with Wheel Fun
Bike rentals now available every day in the Old Mill District Watch out world, Wheel Fun Bike Rentals is up and running for the spring and summer in Bend! There’s not a better way to [...]
Copper River Salmon back at Anthony’s for a limited time
Anthony's at the Old Mill District just received its first shipment of salmon from Alaska's famed Copper River this spring. Born free and caught wild, Copper River King and Sockeye salmon are deep in color [...]
SHOPPING + SPECIALS
SHOPPING + SPECIALS
LSA Locals’ Deal at the Ticket Mill
Buy concert tickets at the Ticket Mill and save on service fees We take a lot of pride in doing everything we can to get as many Les Schwab Amphitheater concert tickets in the hands of Central Oregonians. For almost every show at the Amphitheater, approximately 300 tickets are available [...]
Ideas for an epic Valentine’s Day in Bend
Happy Valentine's Week! Yep, depending on when you're reading this, there's just seven days - or less - to come up with a little something special for that special someone in your life. Don't fret, we've got some ideas for you! Oregon WinterFest Wine Walk, Feb 14 from 5-8 p.m.: [...]
Small Business Saturday in the Old Mill District
Great deals from the Old Mill District's many locally owned stores and shops CycleBar Bend: Get a 6-month membership for $599, available November 25 – December 2. Free Spirit Yoga + Fitness + Play: Take 20% off all retail and equipment from Monday, November 25 to Monday, December 2. This [...]
DINING + DRINKING
DINING + DRINKING
Takeout and delivery options in the Old Mill District
Grab meals to-go or have the sent right to your door from Old Mill District restaurants Restaurants in the Old Mill District are offering a variety of takeout, delivery and curbside services during these unprecedented [...]
Anthony’s celebrates Oyster Month this March
Anthony’s at the Old Mill District is celebrating the bounty of Northwest oysters this March with it's annual Oyster Month! Featuring fresh oysters carefully selected from cold, clean Pacific waters, Anthony's is serving up oysters [...]
Ginger’s taps into new cooking oils
Longtime Old Mill District kitchenware store ads olive oils and vinegars on tap By: KM Collins Ginger's Kitchenware is tapping into a whole new world of products. The longtime Old Mill District cooking and kitchenware [...]
EVENTS
EVENTS
Bend Brewfest applications to open Feb. 1
Annual Bend, Oregon beer festival is scheduled for August 13-15 The annual Bend Brewfest will begin accepting brewery applications on Feb. 1 for participation in its 2020 event, held August 13-15 this year at the Les Schwab Amphitheater. Each summer, more than 70 breweries share their unique creations with over [...]
Oregon WinterFest Wine Walk 2020
Kick off WinterFest by sampling wines around the Old Mill District The 2020 Oregon WinterFest officially gets underway Friday, Feb. 14 with its annual Wine Walk through the Old Mill District. Join friends and neighbors for a fun soiree, as participating businesses in the Old Mill District offer samples of [...]
LIVE MUSIC
LIVE MUSIC
Arts & Music Roundup in the Old Mill District
Several art and music events are coming up in the Old Mill District, including the return of the Art in the High Desert festival for the 12th consecutive year. Highlighting the district’s commitment to nurturing [...]
Jason Isbell + Father John Misty photos
What a fantastic first show! Thanks to everyone that came out to the Jason Isbell + Father John Misty concert on Sunday. Here's some of our favorite pics from Thomas & Velo Photography . Also, here's [...]
Les Schwab Amphitheater 2019 concert schedule filling up
Thirteen shows scheduled! We're getting crazy excited for the 2019 summer concert lineup at the Les Schwab Amphitheater. Interested in two of the country's most thoughtful and introspective singer-songwriters? Hello Jason Isbell and Father John [...]
ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIESStaycation celebration with Wheel Fun
Bike rentals now available every day in the Old Mill District Watch out world, Wheel Fun Bike Rentals is up and running for the spring and summer in Bend! There’s not a better way to [...]
Bend Brewfest applications to open Feb. 1
Annual Bend, Oregon beer festival is scheduled for August 13-15 The annual Bend Brewfest will begin accepting brewery applications on Feb. 1 for participation in its 2020 event, held August 13-15 this year at the [...]
Guided winter tours in Bend
Let the experts show you the best of Central Oregon By Beau Eastes Whether you're interested in an epic snowshoeing adventure with buddies, exploring underground lava tubes with the kiddos, or finding the best winter [...]
CONTESTS + COMMUNITIES
CONTESTS + COMMUNITIES
From One Star to Another
It's Love Letter Week! Enter to Win Dinner for Two at Hola!, Two Tickets to One of Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe’s Old Mill District Full Moon Paddle Tours, and a $100 Old Mill [...]
To a Life Uncorked
It's Love Letter Day! Enter to Win a Bottle of Wine from Va Piano Vineyards & Naked Winery. Plus, Two Wine Glasses and a Bottle of Wine from Ginger's Kitchenware We're celebrating the connections [...]
Don’t Stop Believing
It's Love Letter Day! Enter to Win a $100 OLD MILL DISTRICT GIFT CARD We're celebrating the connections that tie us all together with a series of Love Letters. They’re fun, they’re original, and [...]
HOLIDAYS
HOLIDAYS
SantaLand in the Old Mill District
We love the Man in Red in Bend. After flying in on an AirLink helicopter on Friday, Nov. 29, Santa Claus will make his way to SantaLand in the Old Mill District, located this year [...]
Carolers in the Old Mill District
Come experience glorious sounds of local choir groups this holiday season in the Old Mill District. Throughout December we’ll feature various choral groups along the river and throughout our shops and restaurants. Here’s the complete [...]
Bend’s Tree of Joy program
The Tree of Joy is a special project we're again extremely proud to be a part of. A partnership between the Salvation Army, the four Rotary Clubs of Bend and the Old Mill District, the [...]
HISTORY
HISTORY
Upcoming museum exhibits
History, science and art exhibits on display in Central Oregon Our local museum's in the Bend area do a phenomenal job telling the story of this place we call home. Be sure to check out [...]
A Look Back at the Old Mill District
Encompassing close to 270 acres right in the heart of Bend, the Old Mill District lies along the banks of the beautiful Deschutes River. The land was purchased 26 years ago this year. It took [...]
Memorial Plaques along the Deschutes
Celebrating Central Oregon's pioneering spirits You may have been jogging down one of the many trails by the Deschutes River or playing around with your dog on the lawn at the Les Schwab Amphitheater when [...]