Why Music Fans from Across the Northwest Are Heading to Bend This October
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026
Song of Sunset: UNDERGROUND
Silver Moon Brewing • Bend, Oregon
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One night. Two premiere documentaries. Live music. Legendary stories from the Pacific Northwest underground.
Song of Sunset: UNDERGROUND brings together filmmakers, musicians, historians, and curious minds for an unforgettable evening exploring the hidden stories that shaped our region's culture.
From buried chapters of American history to the creative spaces that launched generations of influential artists, this immersive event combines documentary cinema, live conversation, and authentic music performances into a one-of-a-kind experience.
Whether you're traveling from Seattle, Portland, Eugene, or right here in Central Oregon, you'll spend the evening surrounded by people who believe that great stories—and great songs—still deserve to be experienced together.
6:00 PM — Doors Open
Arrive early to connect with fellow attendees, explore sponsor activations, enjoy local beverages, and settle in before the evening's program begins.
6:30 PM — Cosmic Heirloom: Buried 400 Years
Experience the premiere of a thought-provoking short documentary exploring a forgotten chapter of history that remained hidden for centuries before re-emerging in modern conversations about health, culture, and human potential.
7:00 PM — Live Panel Session Presented by Oregon Film
Join filmmakers, researchers, and special guests for a live discussion exploring the historical discoveries, cultural significance, and creative process behind the film.
7:45 PM — Unearthed Reverb
Travel beneath the surface of Pacific Northwest music history in a new documentary exploring one of the region's most influential creative spaces and the stories that continue to echo through generations of artists.
8:00 PM — Live Panel Session Presented by Oregon Film
A conversation about music mythology, creative communities, analog culture, and the places that become legendary long before the rest of the world notices.
8:45 PM — Main Music Showcase
The evening culminates with live performances celebrating the songwriting traditions and underground spirit that continue to define the Pacific Northwest.
10:15 PM — Guitar Giveaway & Closing Remarks
One lucky attendee will take home a Gretsch hollow-body guitar as we wrap up an evening dedicated to storytelling, music, and cultural preservation.
10:30 PM — Event Concludes
Leave inspired, connected, and carrying a deeper appreciation for the stories that continue to shape the Pacific Northwest.
Tickets are limited. Register today and be part of the underground.
This activity is supported in part by a grant from the Bend Cultural Tourism Fund.
