where cinema and live music meet. be part of Bend, Oregon’s Creative Travel Experience.
SONG OF SUNSET PRESENTS:
UNDERGROUND 2026
October 24, 2026 — Silver Moon Brewing — Bend, Oregon
A one-night cinematic and live music gathering in Bend connecting visitors and locals through independent film, analog culture, and Pacific Northwest storytelling.
Created by Brian Craig Hinderberger that celebrates independent artists, live music, and community storytelling across Oregon. Through film, live performances, and collaborative events, the project highlights intimate music venues while supporting musicians through artist-centered storytelling and creative partnerships.
This activity is supported in part by a grant from the Bend Cultural Tourism Fund.
PARTNER WITH UNDERGROUND
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This year, Song of Sunset explores the theme UNDERGROUND through independent film, live music, conversation, and community gathering experiences.
The event is designed as an immersive cultural experience blending:
film
live music
discussion
storytelling
community connection
into a one-night gathering centered around underground history, analog culture, and Pacific Northwest creativity.
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3:00 PM — Doors + Ambient Social
Vinyl lounge • drinks • community gathering
4:00 PM — Opening Live Performance
5:00 PM — Cosmic Heirloom: Buried 400 Years
Short documentary screening
5:30 PM — Live Conversation Session
Culture • history • storytelling
6:15 PM — Songwriter Showcase
7:15 PM — Featured Live Music Performance
8:00 PM — Unearthed Analog
Short documentary screening
8:30 PM — Live Conversation Session
Pacific Northwest music mythology + analog culture
9:00 PM — Main Music Showcase
10:30 PM — Closing Vinyl Social
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Independent music fans
Independent music fans
Creative professionals
Pacific Northwest art travelers
Vinyl, Cinema and analog culture enthusiasts
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tourism impact
overnight visitation
local economic activity
cultural positioning
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UNDERGROUND is designed as a regional cultural tourism event that fosters gatherings that strengthens community through storytelling, music, and shared creative experiences.
As part of the event’s programming and outreach efforts, Song of Sunset will actively seek opportunities to collaborate with Native American and Hispanic artists and musicians while creating space for community-centered conversations through film, music, and live experiences.
In support of youth mental health and creative community building in Bend, 5% of event proceeds will be donated to HÚE: Hearts Unknown, a Bend-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
HÚE is a space where kids can find peace in community and creativity, grow their confidence, and connect with additional mental health resources throughout Central Oregon.
Song of Sunset: UNDERGROUND is committed to building an inclusive cultural experience that highlights diverse voices, regional storytelling, and meaningful community connection throughout the Pacific Northwest.
