Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents:
Hot Pipes II Motorcycle Show
outside in the Volcanic Courtyard
Saturday, August 16th 2025
Presale - $20
Milo goes to Hot Pipes Tee and Ticket $50 (Limited run of 50)
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
RAIN OR SHINE
Hot Pipes Motorcycle Show is Central Oregon’s biggest, best, and most fun motorcycle party! Okay, technically, we’re the only one in Bend—but that’s exactly why we started it. We love
living here, we love building and riding bikes here, so we figured... why not celebrate it? Hot Pipes brings together a vibrant community—not just from Bend, but from all over Oregon,
Washington, Idaho, and California—through a shared love of custom motorcycles,skateboarding, and punk rock.
Our show is a one-day event packed with bikes, live music, vendors, great food, and nothing but positive, family-friendly vibes. But it doesn’t stop there. After the main event, we keep the party going with an afterparty for the grown-ups—once the kids are asleep and you’ve snuck out to finish that epic 90-minute convo with the dude also building an Ironhead who still can’t find the
right parts.
We also host “Sunday Funday” — or as we call it, HOT Cakes & Half PIPES. We ride out to Sisters and meet up at Big Chief Vintage. Next door, they’re flipping free pancakes for anyone who shows up on a bike or vintage whip. The day usually ends at the skatepark, where people try to scratch some coping—or just find out if they’ve “still got it.” Hot Pipes is more than a show. It’s a meetup for everyone who shares the passion—and a showcase for everyone else to see what the hell’s going on here in sunny, beautiful (sometimes smoky—and not just from that devil’s lettuce we grow) Bend.
HP WEEKEND:
This year, Hot Pipes moves to a new venue: the Volcanic Theater Pub, and the show goes down Saturday, August 16th, from 12–8 PM.
The indoor space will be packed with custom bikes—every last one we can squeeze in. Outside, the large quad area will feature more hand-picked builds, vendors, and an outdoor stage for live bands. Adjacent to that is a big parking lot that’ll host our Vendor Village and the ride-in show area.
Even better? We’re surrounded by a local brewery, a weed shop, a cocktail bar, and one of Bend’s best dives: Cascade West.
We kick things off Friday night with a private VIP Preview Party just for builders and sponsors. It’s a closed event where much of the bike load-in happens—and also where the vibes really start to build. Boneyard Beer, one of Bend’s finest, is sponsoring the event, and we’ll have their tasty brews on tap for the VIP party on Friday and flowing again all day Saturday at the show. During the main event, we’ll have an epic lineup of local punk, hardcore, and metal bands. Plus,
a curated art show and auction benefiting our local skate nonprofit: Boardhousesociety.org
New for this year: The Campfire Hotel is hosting the official afterparty from 8–11 PM. Expect discounted pool passes, cult moto movies, a roaring fire, a bar—and yes—hot dogs. It’s the perfect way to wind down (or ramp up again) with good people and great vibes. And, as mentioned earlier, we nurse our hangovers Sunday with the ride out to Sisters for pancakes and skateboarding. It’s not an official group ride, but it usually turns into one.
Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents:
Yellowman
Saturday, August 23rd 2025
Genre - Reggae
Presale - $30 Door - $38
Doors @ 7PM - Show Starts @ 8PM
King Yellowman has an incredible history in Reggae music. His upbringing at the Maxfield Home orphanage in Kingston and being albino in Jamaica were two obstacles the he overcame and went on to be (at one time) the biggest reggae artist since Bob Marley. After winning a talent contest at Tastee Patties in Kingston, Yellow went on to excite reggae crowds all over Jamaica and the rest of the world with his boastful and sometimes bodacious lyrics. His ability to ride rhythm and excite a crowd made Yellow an instant hit in Jamaica. He also began to work with the Ace Sound System in St. Thomas and drew big crowds at his dancehall performances. Later in his career, Yellow began to spread out and work for a number of different producers, sometimes releasing as many as five albums per year. This led to a recording contract with CBS Records. Yellowman recorded one album with them before he was diagnosed with jaw cancer and was given six months to live. This was in 1986. After surgery an extended leave of absence from the record industry, Yellowman began his comeback with the song "Blueberry Hill", and his career was re-launched. His first album for RAS came from producer Phillip 'Fatis' Burrell and was called "Yellow Like Cheese". Coincidentally this was the start of a long and fruitful relationship with RAS and Yellowman and also RAS and 'Fatis' and his exterminator production. Yellowman has always been very professional to work with and always a respectful and reliable human being. He has managed to outlive his predicted fate of death and his performances are incredibly lively as he seems to have an unlimited amount of stage energy. We can only hope for the best for Yellowman. He has continued his hard work and his devotion to his family is to be complimented. The rudest Dancehall toaster of the 1980s, Jamaica's albino son Yellowman made as many enemies as fans with his controversial, often overtly sexist (if tongue in cheek) lyrics. Now back on the Ragga scene, singing at a slightly slower pace, Yellowman's witticisms are as cheeky, spirited and intelligent as ever, and delivered with his customary sharp, melodic style.
Cascade Equinox and Volcanic Theatre Pub Presents
SUMMER JAMS ~ CASCADE EQUINOX PREPARTIES
FREE CONCERT SERIES
Sunday, August 24th 2025
Left on Tenth
Event is from 5 PM - 9 PM
Left on Tenth -
Left on Tenth is a 5-7 member indie/funk rock band based out of the PNW. Performing 100's of shows a year, they have come to be a household name in their home city, Portland OR. In addition to playing larger PNW venues such as Mississippi Studios (Portland), Nectar Lounge (Seattle), and The Volcanic Theater (Bend), they are constantly looking for new exciting places to showcase their music and perform for new fans.
In addition to performing high energy live shows, they consistently release music for their fans to stream at home. Their 2024 album "Sunup", won BEST INDIE/ALTERNATIVE ALBUM at the PNW music awards for the year of 2024.
Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents:
Slow Goat, Batwave, Spina, & Elk Witch
Friday, August 29th 2025
Genre - Doom Metal Rock Night
Presale - $15 Door - $20
Doors @ 7PM - Show Starts @ 8PM
Slow Goat (Portland)
Gamy riffs cut from the flank of the Pacific Northwest.
BATWAVE (Bend)
Batwave is a three-piece sonic force melding the heavy weight of doom metal and hardcore punk with the raw spirit of grunge rock.
SPINA (Bend)
SPINA’s sound is unique, unconventional, and uncompromising. Heavy riffs, melodic bass lines, and smashing drums cultivate the core of SPINA’s dark tone.
Elk Witch (Medford)
Despite Southern Oregon's quiet, mountainous backdrop, it’s a region steeped in grit and mysticism—fertile ground for heavy, riff-driven music. Rising from this landscape, Elk Witch channels the spirit of stoner doom and psych rock with raw power and melodic depth.
Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents:
Bend Comedy Festival
Labor Day Weekend: August 29th-August 31st
Kicking off in 2025, the Bend Comedy Festival is set to become a standout comedy experience, designed with both fans and comedians in mind. BCF will feature 20+ carefully curated events, bringing together national headliners, rising stars, and local Oregon talent for an unforgettable weekend of live comedy. The Bend Comedy Festival will be held Labor Day Weekend of 2025 in, you guessed it, Phoenix, Arizona. Jk. It’ll be spread across multiple venues in and around downtown Bend, Oregon highlighting the city's unique energy and growing comedy culture.
Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents:
Trestles
Wednesday, September 3rd 2025
Genre - Beach Rock
Presale - $15 Door - $25
Doors @ 8PM - Show Starts @ 9PM
Trestles is a beach rock project from Santa Cruz, California. Formed in 2021, the new band made a name for themselves playing in the college rock circuit during the major post-pandemic scene resurgence. While Trestles definitely allows the beach town aesthetic of Santa Cruz to seep into their music, the band is more interested in creating a sound that equally criticizes and celebrates west coast garage rock tradition. By finding a balance between the pretension of 1960’s musicianship and the accessibility of modern indie rock textures and pop sensibility, the band’s sound aims to be relentlessly rooted in the present. This attitude is delivered through sarcastic, yet aware lyrics that aim to make living in the moment feel like a study in social politics. Trestles' music is plainly meant for whoever who wants to hear it.
After becoming a quintessential new band to look out for, Trestles released their first LP Halfway Up The Hill in 2022. Propelled by the success of local indie anthems Dwell & Rip Curl Sweatshirt the band embarked on a couple of west coast runs, playing numerous sold out shows in college towns. In 2024, Trestles was recognized as Santa Cruz’s “Band of the Year” for their explosive live shows, solidifying them as one to watch.
Equipped with an expansive arsenal of unreleased, road-tested songs, Trestles will be making unavoidable noise. This year brought the release of Postcard EP, and singles Tell Me What You Know and The Beach Betrayed Me.
Cascade Equinox and Volcanic Theatre Pub Presents
SUMMER JAMS ~ CASCADE EQUINOX PREPARTIES
FREE CONCERT SERIES
Sunday, September 7th 2025
Free Creatures
Event is from 5 PM - 9 PM
Free Creatures -
The Pacific Northwest brings us yet another new musical flavor in the alt hip hop indie fusion trio, Free Creatures. The trio features emcee & producer Marv Ellis remixing original beats on an MPC live while rapping and freestyling in his beloved and charismatic style. Marv is joined by the smooth, sweet, feminine swagger of upright bassist and singer Emily Turner, and the riveting soul effects of intentional riffs and mind-bending solos from electric guitar wizard Skyler Squglio.
Free Creatures have enjoyed steadfast, all-organic, independent growth since their inception in 2019. The group started 2024 off with a bang, opening as direct support for Dirtwire in 8 major cities in the PacNW. The group will spend 2024 continuing to tour nationally and promoting their upcoming releases, planned throughout 2024. Catch Free Creatures in your habitat, while you can!
Volcanic Theatre Pub, 1988 Entertainment Presents, Tallman Brewing, & Breaking Free Media Presents:
TALLMAN BREWING’S TAPPIN’ TALENT SEARCH
Thursday, September 11th 2025
RSVP - Free!
Doors @ 5PM - Show Starts @ 6PM
A complete copy of these rules can be obtained at 2055 Primrose St, Lebanon OR 97355, during normal business hours or by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the above address. Tallman Brewing will conduct Tallman Brewing’s Tappin’ Talent Search as described in these rules, and by participating, each participant agrees as follows:
★No purchase necessary to enter.
★Void where prohibited by law.
★ All federal, state and local regulations apply.
★ Limit one (1) entry per person.
★ Must be 18 years or older.
★ Eligibility. This Contest is open to individual artists (Entrant) that are legal U.S. residents, have a valid Social Security number and who reside in Oregon. Entrants must attend a Spotlight Event. If selected to move on, Entrants will be required to perform at the Final Event as defined below to be eligible to participate in this Contest.
★How to Enter. Online @tallmanbrewing.com/events. Click on Tappin’ Talent Search Contest link and complete an entry form or contact Breaking Free Media at jenniferbreakingfree@gmail.com or call (541)815-0574.
★Spotlight Period. At the Spotlight Events, Qualifying Entrants will be given up to Five (5) minutes to showcase their talent. Appointed Judges will select Entrants to move on to the Final Event.
★Events will begin at 6pm PST at Volcanic Theatre Pub with the physical address as 70 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702 according to the following schedule:
Thursday Nights Doors 5pm Show 6pm
● Sept 11th-Spotlight
● Sept 18th Spotlight
● Sept 25th Spotlight
● October 2nd FINAL
★If Qualifying Entrants are not present at the Spotlight Event to showcase their talent, the Qualifying Entrant will be disqualified from the remainder of the Contest. If unseen circumstances arise, Breaking Free Media can make an exception based on sole discretion.
★Final Event. Qualifying Entrants selected by Appointed Judges will be required to perform up to 20 minutes showcasing their talents.
★Winner Selection. Judges & Procedures will select the winners at the Final Event.
★Prizes. A complete list of prizes and total value will be posted by October 2nd, 2025 and announced during the Final Event. Winner is responsible for all taxes associated with prizes. There is no substitution, transfer, or cash equivalent for prizes. The following cash/prize total value will be awarded in this Contest based on 1st thru 6th place:
-1st Place $3500 Cash & Prizes
- 2nd Place $2500 Cash & Prizes
- 3rd Place $1500 Cash & Prizes
- 4th Place $1000 Cash & Prizes
- 5th Place $500 Cash & Prizes
- 6th Place $250 Cash & Prizes
-1988 Production Choice Award-Recording (1) song with 1988 Productions in a Professional Recording Studio in Bend Oregon.
★Photo/Video Release. By entering into this contest you authorize Breaking Free Media, Sponsors and Media affiliates to publish the photograph(s) and/or video(s) taken of you for use in promotional materials, printed publications, television and websites, and release Breaking Free Media from any expectation of confidentiality. You acknowledge that since participation in publications, TV commercials and websites produced by Breaking Free Media is voluntary that you will receive no compensation. You further agree that participation in any publication or website produced by Breaking Free Media confers no rights of ownership whatsoever and by entering this contest you release Breaking Free Media, its contractors and its employees from liability for any claims made in connection with my participation.
Volcanic Theatre Pub & 1988 Entertainment Presents:
ORB
Friday, September 12th 2025
Genre - Psychedelic Rock
Presale - $20 Door - $28
Doors @ 8PM - Show Starts @ 9PM
Geelong psych band ORB return after a five year hiatus with new album Tailem Bend. Expanding the band to a four piece and taking their sound into laidback and groovier territories, it feels like a natural progression in their discography. Stoners need not worry though, there is still plenty of fuzz to go round.