Looking for some communal good cheer? No problem; there are plenty of Christmas activities scheduled throughout Central Oregon. Here’s a look a a few of your options.
Through Jan. 9:
Starfest Holiday Light Display — Annual mile-long animated holiday light exhibit, from 5:30-9:30 pm. Eagle Crest Resort. Free; donation of nonperishable food items encouraged. 541-504-2316.
Friday, Dec. 21:
Winter Solstice Wine Dinner — Featuring wines from Basel Cellars Estate Winery. 2:30-5 pm, Lodge Restaurant, Black Butte Ranch. Adults $35.95; children 6-12 $18; 5 & under free. 541-595-1260 for reservations.
Friday, Dec. 21-Dec. 23:
A Christmas Carol –– A unique local version presented by Cascades Theatrical Company. Tower Theatre, Bend. Reserved seating: $24 adults, $14 students/children. 541-317-0700.
Saturday, Dec. 22-Jan. 1
Carriage Rides — Ride over Big Meadow & through the woods. Lodge, Black Butte Ranch. Rides begin every half hour from 11 am–2:30 pm. $9. 541-595-1252 for reservations.
Saturday, Dec. 22-Sunday Dec. 23:
Breakfast with Santa — Visit with Santa, hear his stories & join in a sing-along. Lodge Restaurant, Black Butte Ranch. Two seatings each day at 9 & 11 am. Adults $10, kids $6, 4 & under free. 541-595-1260 for reservations.
Monday, Dec. 24:
Community Christmas Eve Service — Bend’s Bob Shaw hosts, with musical guests Grace Laxson, Jena Rickards & Annie Bethancourt. 3 pm, 5 pm & 7 pm (each services lasts 1 hour); doors open 30 minutes before each service. Reserved seating $6; children under 11 free but ticket required. 541-317-0700.
Christmas Eve Buffet — 3-6 pm, Brand 33, Aspen Lakes Golf Course. Adults $35; children 5-12 $17.50; children under 5 free. Reservations requested: 541-549-3663.
Christmas Eve Brunch — Special menu served from 10 am-1 pm. The Open Door, Clearwater Gallery, Sisters. 541- 549-4994; reservations recommended.
Brunch With Santa — Great food & fun characters to mix & mingle with. 9 am-2:30 pm, The Great Hall, Sunriver Resort. $36 adults; $18 children 12 & under; free for kids 5 & under. Reservations required; 541-593-3740.
Christmas Dinner — Crossings at the Riverhouse, Bend. 5-8 pm. Turkey dinner: $23.95; ham dinner: $21.95; combo plate: $25.95. 541-389-8810 for reservations.
T’was the Night Before Christmas — Holiday trivia, caroling & live presentation of the treasured holiday poem. 7 pm, The Homestead, Sunriver Resort. Free; donation for Wonderland Express nonprofit charity requested.
Tuesday, Dec. 25:
Christmas Brunch — Elaborate Holiday Brunch Buffet with live music. 8 am-1 pm, Meadows at the Lodge, Sunriver Resort. $39 adults, $19 children 6-12; 5 & under free with paid adult. $8 for bottomless champagne & mimosas. Reservations required; 541-593-3740.
Christmas Day Buffet — Lodge Restaurant, Black Butte Ranch. 12:30-5 pm. Adults $35.95; kids 6-12 $18; 5 & under free. 541-595-1260 for reservations.
Christmas Dinner — Crossings at the Riverhouse, Bend. noon-8 pm. Turkey dinner: $23.95; ham dinner: $21.95; combo plate: $25.95. 541-389-8810 for reservations.
Christmas Dinner — Three diverse options (The Great Hall, Meadows at the Lodge, Grille at Crosswater). Sunriver Resort. Prices & times vary. Call 541-593-3740 for more info.
Wednesday, Dec. 26:
Family Starlight Snowshoe Trip — Free family snowshoe trip (weather permitting). 6 pm at Lodge Rec Barn, Black Butte Ranch. Dress warm & bring a flashlight or headlamp. Snowshoes available at the Glaze Meadow Rental Shop. 541-595-5877.
Christmas Cheer: Holiday Events in Central Oregon
