Events
Events
One thing about Old Town is that there is never a dull moment, visit us every single Saturday for fun shopping, music, and unique experiences.
The last Saturday of every month will be FREE artist demonstrations as well as occasional signature events and specialty community features you don’t want to miss out on any of the action.
Subscribe to our Events Newsletter HERE and apply to perform on our Main Stage HERE
Last Market of the 2025 Season
Last market of the 2025 Portland Saturday Market season… we cannot wait to see you on Saturday, March 7th 2026 for opening day.
Halloween EEKstravaganza
Portland Saturday Market, ReClaim It, and Portland Pickles Halloween EEKstravaganza event
CRAFTernoon Collab with Shane Reaney Studios and Olander Earthworks!
Our September Crafternoon is one you do not want to miss! Come on down to craft with the wonderful Andrew and Sarah of Olander Earthworks & Shane of Shane Reaney Studios!
Enjoy Texturing a 7 inch disc of clay using Olander Earthworks spheres and then watch it transformed into a plate by Shane on a pottery wheel. Choose a glaze to later be applied and come back and get your treasure in a few weeks! (or we can ship)
When: Saturday Sept 20th
Two class sessions will be offered from 12:00pm - 1pm and from 1:00pm - 2:00pm
What: 20 total participants (two friends may work on one plate), registration will be first come first serve!
Portland Saturday Market Documentary Announcement
On site meet and greet with filmmaker Keelan Booth, she will be on site with information on how to stream the film and where to watch it next!
Exciting announcement! We have made it to the online portion of the Seattle film Festival. For $18 you can view all the films and download your favorite.
Click HERE to vote!
August Crafternoon: Quill & Chill
Quill & Chill with Eclecto Studio
Come craft with our talented paper arts vendor… Eclecto Studio!
Learn the basics of quilling and shape your own mini art piece to hang or use as a magnet. Two one-hour sessions will be offered, seating is limited. Register to attend and reserve your spot today!
What: Free artist workshop at Portland Saturday Market, all materials are provided and all ages are welcome
When: Choose from one of two class sessions on Saturday August 30th
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1:15pm - 2:15pm
Click HERE to register and secure your spot!
Helium Comedy Club
Let the laughter begin! Helium Comedy Club is back at Portland Saturday Market with a jolly good lineup of local comedians.
Pugapalooza
Portland Saturday Market Pugapalooza in collaboration with the Pacific Pug Rescue
Group Bike Ride
Our lovely local partner Nomad Cycles PDX will be on site and leading a group bike ride! Meet on the Ankeny side of our market near Skidmore fountain at Noon… wheels will start turning at 12:30!
After refuel your stomachs at our delicious food court!
July Crafternoon: Contemporary Folk Art Painting
Come and create your own mini tall black cat or a tall black dog painting, in the signature contemporary folk art style of Tonya Gray!
WHEN: Saturday July 26th from 12:00pm-2:00pm
WHAT: All materials are provided*, all ages are welcome, and its a completely FREE event!!
Join us the last Saturday of EVERY MONTH for a free fun artist workshop led by one of our talented artists!
*While supplies lasts
Group Bike Ride
Our lovely local partner Nomad Cycles PDX will be on site and leading a group bike ride! Meet on the Ankeny side of our market near Skidmore fountain at Noon… wheels will start turning at 12:30!
After refuel your stomachs at our delicious food court!
Group Bike Ride
Our lovely local partner Nomad Cycles PDX will be on site and leading a group bike ride! Meet on the Ankeny side of our market near Skidmore fountain at Noon… wheels will start turning at 12:30!
After refuel your stomachs at our delicious food court!
Summer Screams! Watercolor Ghost Workshop
You’ve heard of Christmas in July, what about Halloween in June!!
Come and celebrate the start to a ghoulish good summer with Summer Screams! Watercolor Ghost Workshop led by the talented Teala of Espresso Vampire Art!
WHEN: Saturday June 28th from 12:00pm-2:00pm
WHAT: All materials are provided*, all ages are welcome, and its a completely FREE event!!
Join us the last Saturday of EVERY MONTH for a free fun artist workshop led by one of our talented artists!
*While supplies lasts
Crafternoon: Pottery Palooza
Mays Crafternoon you do not want to miss! Come and glaze your very own hand thrown cup by Aby of Bridgetown Sparrow Ceramics!
Time: May 3rd from 11am-1pm
This is a FREE workshop
There are LIMITED spaces and you MUST register HERE!
All materials will be provided and Aby, will lead you through all the best techniques to glaze your cup!
After firing, your cups will be ready to pick up on May 10th (Mother's Day Weekend).
Thank you to the Old Town Community Association for sponsoring our Crafternnoons for April and May
documentary premiere!
Portland Saturday Market - 50 Years of Craft and Community Documentary premiere
Crafternoon: Coffee and Color
This week as a part of our monthly Crafternoon series is Coffee and Color with Whatif Creations!
Come relax and color your very own creation from Whatif Creations while sipping on some coffee from Simple Local
Turn in your drawing to our contest to be ENTERED TO WIN a copy of her coloring book and be featured on our social media
When: 12-2pm
Price: FREE
Who: All Ages
What: Drawing supplies, and coffee are all provided while supplies last!
Thank you to our sponsor: OTCA
Put a Bird on It: PSM Collage Workshop
Come and create your own unique watercolor bird collage!
From 12:00pm - 2:00pm led by the talented Gina Nash of Gina Nash Art!
FREE all ages event, while supplies last.
The fun doesn’t end there! Shop our market of over 100 artisan makers, and then grab lunch at one of our delicious food vendors. The Saturday Market is open 10-5pm every Saturday.
Opening Day
Join us for the FIRST DAY of our 51st SEASON!
Exciting event announcements coming soon… stay tuned
We cannot wait to see you!
Crafted Cocktails
Save the date to sip and shop with us! Seasonal delights await you at the Portland Saturday Market's very own Crafted Cocktails Festival, which puts a modern artisanal twist on the classic Spirits Festival from years past.
Seven local distilleries will be offering FREE tastings of their classic and festive drinks. Cocktails, bottles, and gift sets will also be available for purchase.
Be sure to keep an eye on our social media for the distillery lineup!
Event Information:
FREE Entry
Saturday Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday Hours: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Last Call: 30 minutes before event close
Minors are welcome, though you must be 21+ to drink or purchase alcohol.
Adaptive mobility Demonstration and Discussion
Join Brad from Nomad Cycles on our Main Stage where he will give an interactive presentation on custom e-bike solutions, focused on the importance of giving people agency over their own mobility!
Helium Comedy Club Stand-Up Comedy Event
The best of both worlds, Helium Comedy Club is bringing their premier Portland locals to perform a stand-up comedy routine on our very own main stage!
A can’t miss event where you won’t leave empty handed, with chances to win FREE tickets to Helium Comedy Club shows and other laugh out loud prizes.
Paint & Sip
You’re Invited to Our Paint & Sip Sunday!
Come sip, shop, and paint. Facilitated by the lovely Gina Nash, a long-time vendor and friend of the Portland Saturday Market. Drop in from 1 to 3 PM to enjoy some specialty drinks and watercolor your own version of a Gina Nash original.
What to Know:
The event is FREE, and everyone who registers by Friday 11/15 will receive a FREE drink voucher
Catman Cellars is our alcohol partner for this event
Follow the Portland Saturday Market on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date on any and all relevant event information
Kids are encouraged to attend!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Registration link: Closed
Please preregister no later than Friday 11/15 to secure your free drink voucher
Halloween Spooktacular
In search of a spooky Saturday? Look no further than the waterfront! Come on down to trick-or-treat at vendor booths, vote for the best-dressed vendor, and win a scary good handcrafted prize at our costume contest.
Kids’ Costume Contest: Contest begins at 1 PM and will take place at the stage. Pre-registration is NOT needed but please arrive to the stage 15min early (12:45pm) if interested.
Trick-or-Treating: All market long at marked vendor booths from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, stop by the info booth to grab a trick-or-treat bucket to use! Participating booths will be marked by an orange paper pumpkin hanging out front.
DON’T FORGET to stop by the info booth on your way out to vote for your favorite vendor’s costume! EVERYONE who votes gets a free bus pass or parking validation, just ask the info booth!
