Arts, crafts, and food market along the waterfront























"At Kathmandu Cafe, available at the Portland Saturday Market, I can get dal bhat served with a curried protein, and they also offer momos." - Nathan Williams
"I can browse the Portland Saturday Market for art, crafts, and food between March and December, making it a budget-friendly weekend outing." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

"The inaugural Portland Farmers Market took place on June 13, 1992 at the Albers Mill parking lot along Northwest Naito Parkway. The nonprofit, which operates five farmers markets across Portland, will celebrate its 30th anniversary with an all-day party at its flagship Portland State University Market on Saturday, September 17 starting at 8:30 a.m." - Janey Wong

"Artisan Mecca The #1 thing recommended to me to see in Portland was the Saturday Market. 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. I was also shocked at how reasonably priced everything was. I purchased a catnip-filled body pillow to bring home for my cat and two hand-painted, extra-large ceramic mugs ($20 each). My only regret was that I didn't have enough room in my suitcase to bring more stuff home! By Erica House"
Since 1974, this artist-run market has showcased handmade goods and live music on the riverfront. Recognized as an Oregon Heritage Tradition and listed by Travel Portland; in 2025 it operates every Saturday, March–December.