WinterOff season ~47°F highs

Things to do in Bend in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Bend, with average highs around 47°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

Plan a December weekend Where else in December

Best picks for December

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in December.

1Indoor escape

Kam Wah Chung Company Building

hisoric building and museum in John Day, Oregon, USA

2Indoor escape

The High Desert Museum

non-profit organization in the USA

3Indoor escape

Holidays in December 2026

Christmas Day · Fri, Dec 25

Expect busier roads and pricier stays around these dates. See long weekends.

What’s on in Bend in December

Concerts, games and shows in the next few weeks. Tickets open on Ticketmaster.

Tue, Dec 1 · 7:30 PMJake ShimabukuroTower Theatre - OR Plan a weekend around it

Tue, Dec 1 · 8:00 PMCat Clyde w/ Dean JohnsonVolcanic Theatre Pub Plan a weekend around it

Bend in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Bend?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Bend, with average highs around 47°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Bend in December?

Average daytime highs are around 47°F, compared with 84°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Bend in December?

Top picks for December: Kam Wah Chung Company Building, The High Desert Museum, A. R. Bowman Memorial Museum, Baker Heritage Museum, Deschutes Historical Museum.