Experts' Choice Award Portland Saturday Market
What the experts agree on
Portland's largest outdoor crafts market draws crowds weekends March-December with hundreds of local artisans, street performers, and food vendors. Expert consensus: genuinely talented crafters make it worth the weekend trip to Old Town.
“On weekends from March to Christmas, the west side of the Burnside Bridge and the Skidmore Fountain area has North America's largest open-air handicraft market.”
– Fodor's
Frommer's "The Portland Saturday Market (actually held on both Sat and Sun) is arguably the city's best-loved event." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The best time to hit the river walk is on a weekend to catch the famous market, which showcases handicrafts, street entertainers and food booths." Full review
Travel + Leisure "On Saturdays, the nation’s largest ongoing outdoor arts and crafts market unfolds." Full review
Afar Magazine "It lived up to its hype! I spent a few hours Saturday morning wandering around the market and was floored at the talent of the vendors. " Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Old Town is liveliest on weekends from March to December when hundreds of people descend on the Portland Saturday Market, billing itself the largest outdoor crafts market in the US." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Portland Saturday Market is the oldest continuously operated outdoor market in the U.S. selling goods from local artisans."
Portland Travel Guide
August 18, 2021
"Looking to pick up a souvenir on your way out of town? Swing by the Saturday Market and visit the kiosks of hundreds of local artists, jewelry-makers, and chefs. A bite from a local food..."
National Geographic
