I will be in an RV campground the whole week before the show. The actual show is on Sat.,with classes that week. Many of the stores in town have quilts hanging in them. There isa Quilt Expo that week in Redmond..a short distance away. They will have venders and classes...starts Wed nite I think. Bend has some wonderful quilt shops...some with classes and specials that week. In the meantime,this area is very scenic...with state parks,high mountain lakes. The 3 Sisters area is a gorgeous. BTW,quilts are being hung very early in the am. I always go to the show about 6 am,when it's less crowded,parking is easier and it's not too hot. I don't see all the quilts,but there are a lot to look at! Bring your camera.