Visit Central Oregon

Unconventional Conventions. Where business meets pleasure. Central Oregon, comprised of the cities Bend, Sunriver, Redmond, Sisters, LaPine, Prineville and Madras, boasting nearly 300 days of sunshine, set in spectacular surroundings between the beautiful Cascade Mountain Range and the sage-scented high desert, is a favorite destination for golf, corporate meetings, reunions, environment and health-oriented groups as well as destination weddings. Known as Oregon’s outdoor recreation capital, we are located 3 hours drive from Portland, Oregon, 8 Hours from San Francisco. By Plane: Nonstop Service to Bend/Redmond RDM Airport from San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego, Denver, Salt Lake City, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Portland and Seattle. Air Carriers include: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Allegiant, Delta and United Airlines Offering the variety of outdoor amenities are perfect for team building or after the meeting activities including Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort, 30 area golf courses, miles of hiking and biking trails, numerous alpine lakes for fishing, canoeing, swimming, stand-up paddle as well as whitewater rafting on the Deschutes River. For the Golf enthusiast, we have 30 golf courses - resorts including Eagle Crest Resort and Sunriver Resort each with three 18-hole championship golf courses and unique flexible meeting space are a meeting planners dream. For year-round adventure - there is something for everyone! Central Oregon’s diversity is also reflected in its choice of meeting venues which include a variety of hotels and destination resorts with meeting rooms: Sunriver Resort provides more than 44,600 sq.ft. of flexible meeting and banquet space. Among the most exquisite event venues in the Northwest with its magnificent fireplaces, exposed beams and distinct character, the historic Great Hall serves as the site of weddings and other elegant affairs. Offering a variety of gathering space, outdoor venues create a striking setting for special occasions. Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center (near RDM Airport) hosts sporting events, concerts, and trade shows with the best Cascade Mountain views from the property! Bend is home to the third largest convention center -the state-of-the-art Riverhouse Lodge Conference & Events Center in Bend featuring 61,000+ square feet of meeting and exhibit space, plus newly remodeled accommodations and new Currents restaurant nestled along the Deschutes River. FivePine Lodge and Conference Center nestled between the trees in Sisters with beautifully appointed cabins and luxurious Spa, Brewery and Movie House on property. At the base of the Three Sisters Mountains, the Craftsman lodge and private cabins provide an intimate experience for wedding meeting or retreat. Brasada Ranch, where the pioneering spirit of the past meet the comfort and style of today. The unique Barn venue with crackling fireplace and breathtaking Cascade Mountain Views for a memorable event. Beautifully appointed suites, spa, 17,000 sq ft athletic center, 3 outdoor pools, championship 18-hole golf course designed by Peter Jacobsen, equestrian riding trails, really do take you back to a simpler time. Other Hotels offering meeting space include: Hilton Garden Inn, Residence Inn, Springhill Suites, Element by Westin, and more! In fact, Central Oregon has so much to do and see, keeping your mind on meetings might be something of a challenge. But we think you're up for it.