JOIN US FOR SUMMER’S BIGGEST WINE TASTING PARTY!
SIP
Friday, July 17, 2026
Athletic Field of Central Oregon Community College
2600 NW College Way
Bend, Oregon
Whether you’re a newbie to Cork & Barrel or a veteran KIDS Center supporter, Sip never disappoints. There is something for everyone at this fun, energetic wine tasting party that also includes local breweries! Sample wines from our guest wineries and chat with the winemakers and winery owners. Sample small bites and mingle with several hundred wine lovers while you enjoy the summer evening. Live music, a silent auction, and a little competitive fun are guaranteed to keep the evening lively!
Presented by Northwest Foundation
Sip your way through A Famous wine region!
Discover renowned wineries from a featured wine region without leaving Bend! In 2026, we’re welcoming wineries from Sonoma!
Sip offers you the chance to meet the people behind the wine. Chat with the winemakers and owners and discover mouthwatering wines at the biggest wine tasting party of the summer.
Taste local craft beer, cider and Spirits!
At Sip, you can also taste cold craft brews and cider, thanks to our local partners! We also offer non-alcoholic options. There’s something for everyone!
ENJOY small bites and sweet treats!
Wine isn’t the only thing you get to experience at Sip! This outdoor event will feature several local restaurants, food carts and caterers with famously tasty offerings!
SILENT AUCTION
Trust us when we say, this is not your typical silent auction. Support KIDS Center by bidding on incredible packages like inspiring adventures, cultural experiences, and spa getaways…and of course wine!
You can take home your winnings at the end of the evening!
MYSTERY WINE PULL & Ring toss
Everyone’s a winner at our Mystery Wine Pull! $25 lets you pull a cork and win the bottle of wine that matches the number on your cork. Bottles are valued up to $100. You never know what gems you’ll find in the wine rack! There’s no limit on the number of times you can play, so pull another cork and add to your wine collection! Our Ring Toss game requires a bit more skill…$25 gives you three rings to toss. Ring a bottle of wine and win that bottle!
PURSE RAFFLE
Three winners will receive a beautiful, artisan hobo handbag packed full of unique items. One handbag will have $1,000 cash hidden inside! Purses donated by Clementine Urban Mercantile.
Thank you to our 2025 Purse Raffle Sponsor, Saalfeld Griggs!
YETI RAFFLE
Our popular Yeti Raffle offers a chance to win one of three Yeti Coolers filled with goodies! ONE will include $1000 cash!
Thank you to our 2025 Yeti Raffle Sponsor, MidOregon Credit Union!
PARTY BOARDS
At Sip, the Party Boards come out, and guests can sign up for exclusive fall parties, like Poker Night at Hawkeye Huckleberry Lounge, a fall Winemaker Dinner, and our Haunted Masquerade sponsored by Hanai Center!
LIVE MUSIC
Enjoy live jazz while you saunter around the tent!