Winter PrideFest Returns to Central Oregon March 6-8

Photo By Meg Nanna

Campfire Hotel is heating up to host one of the most vibrant weekends of the year, with a handful of on-site events in tandem with OUT Central Oregon’s annual Winter PrideFest celebration. Open to hotel guests and the local community, festivities will include the popular Diva Drag Brunch, pool parties, Canteen signature cocktails, live DJs, and more. This year, the adjacent Dogwood at the Pine Shed expands the pride-filled celebrations with additional nightly events.

Located in the vibrant Bend Central District, Campfire Hotel is recognized as one of Central Oregon’s most Pride-friendly lodging properties. Since opening in October 2020, the hotel has provided a welcoming and safe experience for guests and locals. In 2021, Campfire Hotel became one of Booking.com’s first Travel Proud certified properties in Oregon, and in 2023, received Travel Oregon’s Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion Award in recognition of its leadership in fostering a more inclusive and welcoming environment for visitors to Oregon.

"Campfire Hotel is honored to serve as a safe, welcoming, and inclusive basecamp for Winter PrideFest celebrations year after year,” says Keagan Parks, General Manager of Campfire Hotel. “We want everyone who walks through our doors to feel comfortable being their authentic selves. Whether they’re staying with us, attending an event, or simply stopping in to relax by the pool, creating a place where all are invited to gather, celebrate, and connect is at the core of who we are.”

Winter PrideFest Events at Campfire Hotel include:

Sat., March 7 & Sun., March 8 - Winter Pride Diva Drag Brunch

(doors at 11 a.m., show 12-2 p.m., $30 does not include food or alcohol, ages 21+)

Start your day right with a colorful and spirited Drag Brunch from Justin Buckles Productions’ Diva Drag. Enjoy fierce drag, burlesque, and live singing performances alongside brunch favorites and a high-energy environment.

Sat., March 7 & Sun., March 8 - Winter Pride Pool Party

(2 -6 p.m., free for hotel guests, $20 pool pass required for non-hotel guests)

After Diva Drag brunch, keep the party going poolside with local DJs setting the vibe for a winter pool party like no other. Featuring DJ Aloso and Fruity Pebblez across two days, grab your suit and get steamy in Campfire Hotel’s outdoor heated pool and hot tubfor a steamy, high-energy afternoon.

Pride Weekend Hangouts - Canteen Bar

All weekend long, swing by the on-site Canteen Bar for drinks, good vibes, and a cozy place to connect between events. Featuring creative libations like the refreshing and herbaceous Rye An’ Gosling and an array of beer, wine, and non-alcoholic options, it's the perfect PrideFest pitstop for great drinks and even better company.

When you’re ready to turn the energy all the way up, head over to the neighboring Dogwood at the Pine Shed. Kicking off the weekend, the Out Central Oregon Welcome Mixer is the perfect way to connect with the community and start the celebration. On Friday and Saturday (March 6 & 7), Winter Pride Dance Parties keep the vibes going from 9 p.m. until midnight. And to round out the weekend, Okay Karaoke (Sunday, March 8, 6-10 p.m.)  gives attendees a chance to show off their vocal chops, sing their hearts out, and belt out all their iconic favorites.

For more information, follow Campfire Hotel @campfirehotel or visit www.campfirehotel.com.