🍽️ Who's open on Christmas?

Restaurants open on Christmas, schedule your tree pickup, and another round of local jobs

Author

Derek Carlson
December 17, 2025

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Bend! If you need us, we’ll be watching the Bachelor snow stake cam for the next couple of days.

In today’s Bend Buzz:

  • 🍽️ Where to eat Christmas dinner (or brunch)

  • 🎄 Tree pickup from the scouts

  • 💼 More jobs in Central Oregon

Let’s get to it.

— Derek Carlson & Emily Elaro 

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SNAPSHOTS

🎄 Christmas Tree Pickups from the Scouts

We know we’re not even to Christmas yet, but if you want to make sure your tree doesn’t end up sitting in your back yard until March (that certainly hasn’t ever happened to us 😬), then now is the perfect time to schedule your tree pickup. The Scouts will be picking up trees all over Bend on the following dates: December 27th and 28th, 2025, January 3rd and 4th, 2026. You can schedule your pickup here.

📰 Local news for kids, from kids

This isn’t exactly new news, as this organization has been around for a bit, but they reached out to me on Instagram and asked to help spread the word a bit! Obsidian News is a local news organization that is run by area high schoolers through a two-year program overseen by EO Media Group’s nonprofit, The Fund for Oregon Rural Journalism. Being high schoolers, their focus is on news that impacts the younger crowd around Central Oregon.

🍽️ Christmas Dinner in Bend

Worried about the Bumpus family dogs breaking into the house on Christmas day and eating up your turkey before it's finished cooking (if you get that reference, then we can be friends)? Or just want to leave the cooking to the experts so you can enjoy a day of laps on the mountain and presents? Well then, you’re in luck, as there are a number of restaurants around town that will be open for business on Christmas Day. I know this won’t be an exhaustive list, but here are a few we’ve found so far.

BUSINESS HAPPENINGS

🧺 Update on Farewell Market: Bend Buzz reader Rienna stopped by Farewell Market after we sent out the newsletter on Monday and sent in the following update:

They are open Monday-Saturday 9am-9pm and Sunday 9am-8pm. They have lots of local products, the most gf options I've seen anywhere, and source with a focus on local, healthy, natural, and dye-free.

So there you go! If you’re looking for a new neighborhood market or are focused on locally sourced, gluten-free, or other healthy options, then it seems like this will be a go-to spot!

@THEBENDBUZZ

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TOGETHER WITH JUST-IN TIME APPLIANCE REPAIR

Meet Robert — one of the friendly faces behind Just-In Time Appliance Repair.

Robert is out in Bend every day helping folks get back to normal when an appliance decides to quit at the worst possible time. As one of Just-In Time’s lead technicians, he’s known for showing up on time, explaining what’s going on in plain English, and fixing things the right way — not rushing through the job.

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If something in your kitchen or laundry room is acting up, call the team that treats your home with care.

Book with Just-In Time Appliance Repair and get it fixed right.

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LOCAL LOWDOWN

Wednesday 12.17

☑️ Immersive Goal Setting: Set yourself up for your best year yet with this immersive goal-setting experience. All you need to bring is a pen, an open mind, and a desire to grow. 6 PM 109 NW Greenwood Ave Ste 105

🔍 Mystery Book Club: Dive into a world of whodunits, plot twists, and secret clues. Whether you’re a longtime sleuth or a casual mystery lover, this club is your chance to discuss gripping stories with fellow book fans over warm drinks and cozy conversation. 6 PM Roundabout Books

🧘‍♀️ Yoga + Community Tea Time: Flow, breathe, and sip your way into serenity. This unique session pairs gentle yoga with a cozy tea ceremony, perfect for grounding yourself midweek and leaving refreshed, centered, and a little more connected to the season. 6 PM Location TBD

🎨 Free Holiday Craft Day: Get hands-on and crafty in a cheerful, family-friendly environment. Create festive decorations, gifts, and keepsakes while enjoying a joyful afternoon with other local makers and holiday enthusiasts. 2 PM Waldorf School

💡 Lighting Up the Holidays: Join the community for a heartwarming holiday lights celebration. Festive decor, good cheer, and twinkling lights make this a perfect early-evening outing for all ages. 2 PM Desert Sage Retirement

🛷 BIPOC Wax Night: Get your skis and snowboards ready for the season at this community waxing night. All skill levels welcome—learn tips, prep your gear, and connect with fellow riders in a supportive, inclusive space. 5 PM Vamanos Outside

✍️ Sketching at The Pantry: Join Urban Sketchers at The Pantry for their last meetup of 2025. This is a group where folks meet up in a low-key setting and sketch the environment around them. 9 AM The Pantry

Thursday 12.18

❄️🔬 Winter Nights: Snowology!: Wrap yourself in the colors of the season and savor the ways winter can be warm and wonderful. Enjoy cookie decorating, gift wrapping, dance parties, beverage tastings, and photo-boothing like Jack Frost. 4 PM High Desert Museum

🎁 Holiday Skate Gather & Gift: Board House Society is spreading holiday cheer for skaters of all ages! Browse skate gear, pick up what you need, and donate items for others in the community. Plus, learn the essentials in Skate Maintenance 101: the dos and don’ts of prepping and caring for your board. 5 PM Open Arts Center

🧠 Christmas Movie Trivia: Test your knowledge of classic holiday films in this lively, laughter-filled trivia night. Expect clever questions, festive energy, and a chance to show off your seasonal cinema chops. 6 PM The Abbey at Monkless

🪴 Winter Wonderland Terrariums: Create your own stunning winter-themed terrarium that will add a touch of whimsy to your holiday decor. 5:15 PM Freak’N Art

🎷 Swingin’ Tower Christmas: Jazz, swing, and holiday cheer collide in this energetic seasonal concert. Tap your toes, hum along, and soak in a festive evening with big band sounds that put a cool, swinging spin on traditional Christmas favorites. 7 PM Tower Theatre

🎣🍺 Fly Fishing Pint Night: Cast your line into winter conversation, tips, and tales while sipping a pint. Local anglers and enthusiasts gather to share stories, gear insights, and seasonal fishing wisdom. 6 PM Cassity’s Bar & Grill

💄 Christmas Drag Bingo: Drag, dazzle, and shout “BINGO!” at this holiday-themed extravaganza. Fabulous performers, cheeky holiday fun, and prizes galore make this a festive night you won’t forget. Dogwood at the Pine Shed

🏂 DIG: An Alaskan Snowboard Film: Experience adrenaline-pumping snowboarding action from Alaska’s wildest peaks. DIG brings cinematic thrills, inspiring tricks, and a taste of winter adventure to Bend’s cozy cinema vibe. 7 PM Patagonia Bend

🧘‍♂️ Beyond Breathwork: Reset your nervous system, clear stress, and open your heart through an immersive breathwork journey led by expert facilitator Brighton Loughlin. 7 PM Hanai

🎬 Christmas Movie Trivia: Test your holiday film knowledge in this festive trivia night! Expect laughs, clever questions, and a fun evening for friends, family, or anyone who knows their Elf from their Home Alone. 6:30 PM Bend Brewing

LIVE MUSIC

Wednesday 12.17

McKenna | The Commonwealth Pub | 7 PM

Thursday 12.18

Skinny Dennis | The Lot | 6 PM 
Big Treble | River’s Place | 6 PM
Brett Newski | Silver Moon | 7 PM | Tickets
Steely Dead | The Domino Room | 9 PM | Tickets

WHO’S HIRING IN BEND

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THANKS!

Stay warm, and thank you again for reading!

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