Bend, OR

Bend has always attracted people who seek experiences beyond the ordinary. Here you'll find craft breweries, independent record stores, historic theaters, boutique lodging, and even the world's last Blockbuster Video. Surrounded by volcanic landscapes and a creative community that values authenticity, Bend provides the ideal backdrop for discovering the underground stories and sounds of the Pacific Northwest.

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Song of Sunset Weekend

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    Song of Sunset: Cosmic Heirloom Speak Easy
    Waypoint Hotel | Bend, Oregon
    6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

    6:00 PM — Doors Open & Social Gathering

    Meet fellow attendees, enjoy drinks, and connect with travelers, filmmakers, musicians, and curious minds from across the Pacific Northwest.

    Waypoint Hotel guests who booked through the Song of Sunset lodging package receive a complimentary drink ticket.

    6:30 PM — Songwriter Showcase
    Ghost of Brian Craig

    An intimate acoustic performance featuring original songs and stories inspired by the Pacific Northwest.

    7:00 PM — Cosmic Heirloom: Buried 400 Years

    Special screening of the Song of Sunset short documentary exploring the forgotten history of psilocybin and its remarkable journey through culture, science, and time.

    7:30 PM — Featured Speak Easy Presentation
    David Moss: "The History of Psilocybin: Humanity's Oldest Trip"

    Following the film, David Moss expands on the documentary's themes with a live multimedia presentation exploring humanity's long relationship with psychedelic mushrooms—from ancient traditions and suppressed histories to modern scientific rediscovery.

    8:30 PM — Audience Q&A & Community Conversation

    An open discussion with David Moss and attendees.

    9:00 PM — Event Concludes

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    Wake up and Discover Bend

    • Coffee and bookstores

    • Vinyl and record hunting

    • Breweries and local shops

    • Outdoor adventure

    Song of Sunset: Underground

    Silver Moon Brewing | Bend, Oregon
    6:00pm - 10:30PM

    A one-night gathering where live music, independent film, and Pacific Northwest storytelling converge. Experience two original short documentaries, live discussions with the people behind the stories, and a night of music celebrating the creative spirit that thrives beneath the surface.

    6:00 PM — Doors Open

    Arrive early to grab a drink, meet fellow attendees, connect with filmmakers and musicians, explore sponsor activations, and settle in for an evening of film, conversation, and live performance.

    6:30 PM — Cosmic Heirloom: Buried 400 Years

    A short documentary exploring the forgotten history of psilocybin—from ancient traditions and cultural suppression to modern scientific rediscovery. The film follows a story that remained hidden for centuries and is now re-emerging at a pivotal moment in history.

    7:00 PM — Live Panel Session Presented by Oregon Film

    Join the filmmakers and special guests for a conversation about history, culture, documentary storytelling, and the process of bringing overlooked stories to the screen.

    7:45 PM — Unearthed REVERB

    Journey inside the legendary Robert Lang Studios, one of the Pacific Northwest's most influential recording spaces. Through stories, artifacts, and firsthand accounts, discover how an ordinary place became a destination for artists who helped shape generations of music.

    8:00 PM — Live Panel Session Presented by Oregon Film

    A discussion exploring Pacific Northwest music mythology, analog recording culture, creative spaces, and the people who preserve artistic communities long after the spotlight fades.

    8:45 PM — Main Music Showcase

    An evening of live performances featuring acclaimed Pacific Northwest songwriters and musicians whose work embodies the spirit of independent creativity celebrated throughout the event.

    10:15 PM — Guitar Giveaway & Closing Remarks

    One registered attendee will take home the Official Song of Sunset Guitar. The selected winner must be present to claim the prize.

    10:30 PM — Event Concludes

  • Coffee, reflection, and the journey home

Unlike a traditional concert or film festival, Song of Sunset brings together music, history, storytelling, and community in an intimate setting designed to create meaningful connections.

It's a chance to discover the underground stories and sounds of the Pacific Northwest while experiencing one of the region's most beloved destinations.

Explore Bend's Underground

The Pacific Northwest has always been shaped by the people working just below the surface, musicians, storytellers, artists, innovators, and independent thinkers.

Bend provides the perfect backdrop for discovering those stories.

Spend the afternoon crate-digging for vinyl, enjoying a local pint, or wandering downtown before gathering with fellow music lovers and curious minds for a one-of-a-kind evening experience.

Join us This Fall

Reserve your tickets, book your stay, and join us this October for an unforgettable weekend of music, film, and discovery.

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