Music scene · Pendleton
A rodeo town in eastern Oregon where country, western, and classic rock fill downtown bars and event grounds. Church halls and community events round out the calendar, with Tri-Cities the nearest market for larger shows.
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A rodeo town in eastern Oregon where country, western, and classic rock fill downtown bars and event grounds. Church halls and community events round out the calendar, with Tri-Cities the nearest market for larger shows.
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Pendleton is an eastern Oregon ranching town famous for its rodeo. Music life centers on country, western, and classic rock. The town looks toward Tri-Cities and Walla Walla for larger concerts and touring acts.
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