The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree will make a special stop in Bend, at the Les Schwab Amphitheater from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Meet Smokey Bear and Father Christmas, get free hot chocolate from Strictly Organic Coffee Bar in the Old Mill District, free eggnog from Eberhard's Dairy Products. Explore craft beer options from Deschutes Brewery, arts and crafts, living history characters, booths with local organizations and more.

Plus, event-goers are encouraged to sign banners on the sides of the Central Oregon Truck Company truck carrying the tree to wish it well on its journey to the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.