Places and Things to Know About In Bend If You Have Kids
Dining
Though there are lots of “family friendly” places to dine in Bend, these establishments have a corralled outdoor area with tables, chairs, and lawn games. Yes, you can actually sit back, relax, eat and visit with adults while your kids safely run amok.
Crux Fermentation Project
https://www.cruxfermentation.com
Worthy Brewing Company
https://worthybrewing.com
Looney Bean Roasting Company
https://www.looneybean.com
Bend Brewing Company
https://www.bendbrewingco.com
Something Different
Not to disregard places like the High Desert Museum or the Sun Mountain Fun Center who cater specifically to families and kids, these places are different because they are traditional, local, retail stores. The combination of cool, unique inventory matched with knowledgeable, friendly, employees who are clearly passionate about their trade, makes these stores a must visit in Bend for both young kids and grown-up kids.
The Reptile Zone
http://thereptilezone.com
Dakotas Brick Shop
https://www.dakotasbrickshop.com
Modern Games
https://moderngamesbend.com
Indoor Recreation and Fun
Though the main allure to Bend is the vast availability to outdoor activities, sometimes an indoor activity is in order. If you’re looking for something indoors to do as a family or with your kids, check out these places.
Bend Rock Gym
https://bendrockgym.com
DIY Cave
https://bendrockgym.com
Trampoline Zone and Adventure Park
https://tzbend.com
Old St. Francis Theater- McMenamins
https://www.mcmenamins.com/old-st-francis-school/old-st-francis-theater
Vector Volcano Arcade
http://www.vectorvolcanoarcade.com
Deschutes Public Library
https://www.deschuteslibrary.org
Juniper Swim & Fitness Center
https://www.bendparksandrec.org/facility/juniper-swim-and-fitness-center/
