YOU’RE INVITED: Bend’s Terranaut Beer celebrates one year in business as other stores struggle to stay open
KTVZ – News Team
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Terranaut Brewery is marking its first anniversary in Bend this weekend with an all-day celebration, highlighting both its success and the challenges facing local businesses. The milestone comes as many restaurants across Central Oregon grapple with rising costs and higher rents.
The anniversary event runs from noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, featuring new specialty beers unveiled every three hours until 6 p.m. Guests can also enjoy live music, a raffle, and a food truck serving fresh fajitas.
Co-owner Katie Dunbar says building a welcoming space has been key to Terranaut’s growth in Bend’s competitive craft beer scene. “We knew we had to set ourselves apart,” she said. “For us, atmosphere and community were just as important as our brews.”
The celebration will also include a friendly “Hammerschlagen” competition, where participants race to drive nails into a wooden board—a favorite among local brewers.
Terranaut Brewery is located on High Desert Lane, just off Empire Avenue in Bend.