Jefferson County music fans have something to look forward to later this month: the Bend Pops Orchestra is coming to Madras. The ensemble is set to perform its "Spooky Holiday" program at the Madras Performing Arts Center on Saturday, November 21, with the curtain at 2 p.m.
For many in Jefferson County, it's the kind of event that doesn't come along often — a full professional orchestra, in town, without the drive to Bend.
About the Bend Pops Orchestra
The Bend Pops Orchestra has built a following across Central Oregon through accessible, crowd-pleasing programs that balance classical staples with popular arrangements and seasonal themes. The ensemble is known for concerts that feel welcoming to first-time orchestral listeners and longtime classical fans alike — a reputation that makes the Madras visit an especially good fit for a broad community audience.
The "Spooky Holiday" program bridges the transition from Halloween into the holiday season, blending theatrical energy with music that works for families with young children as well as adult attendees looking for an afternoon of live performance.
At the Madras Performing Arts Center
The Madras Performing Arts Center serves as Jefferson County's primary venue for performances, hosting traveling programs and local productions throughout the year. The venue provides a comfortable, full-service setting for the kind of concert the Bend Pops is known for delivering.
Bringing professional-caliber touring performances to the Madras stage reflects an ongoing effort to extend cultural programming beyond Bend and Redmond, recognizing that Jefferson County residents have the same appetite for arts and entertainment as their neighbors to the south.
Event Details
- What: Bend Pops Orchestra — "Spooky Holiday"
- When: Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
- Where: Madras Performing Arts Center, Madras, OR
Ticket information was not publicly available at press time. Residents are encouraged to contact the Madras Performing Arts Center directly for admission details, or watch community social media channels and the Jefferson County Community and Senior Center for updates.
More Coming in November
The Bend Pops performance isn't the only community gathering on the November calendar. The Jefferson County Community and Senior Center is hosting a "Give Thanks Lunch and Raffle" at noon on November 19, with Bingo to follow at 1 p.m. — a gathering in honor of veterans and first responders. With the holidays approaching, November is shaping up to be a full month for Jefferson County community life.