COCC 2025 Salmon Bake

A traditional Native American feast and celebration now in its 25th year, the Salmon Bake at Central Oregon Community College (COCC) is set for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, at the Bend campus’s athletic field, put on by the college’s Native American program and its First Nations Student Union Club.

This is a free community event with entertainment for the whole family, featuring food, music, dance, vendors and a silent auction. All donations and auction proceeds go to support the COCC First Nations Student Union scholarship program.

Traditionally baked salmon — skewered on sticks, ringing an open fire — will be served beginning at 1 p.m., with fish provided and prepared by Sandra Greene of Quartz Creek. Frybread and other side dishes will also be served.