This place is so much fun. My friends and I went to the Portland Night Market for their 90's Night! You step in and the first thing you see are their decorations. A jumbo, sparkly Furby, Tetris pieces, gold chain balloons, dolphins, cassettes, Gameboys, Lisa Frank, Tamagotchi, and many other things. We went through the building to the back for food. There was a small variety of carts but enough to satisfy. We got the wood fired pizza. Yum! Inside there were a lot of vendors selling a variety of 90's themed creations or different things I haven't seen at other markets. This included: wooden Pokémon cards, wands, jewelry (Selena, origami), drinks and treats, caricatures, ceramics, and so much more. I had hair tinsel put in at one of the beauty vendors. There was a range of amount and cost, which I felt was fair. I got 5-6 hot pink tinsel. It took some time, but the ladies were very nice. I was highly satisfied with the result, and I've only lost 1 after 9 months! This place was a 10/10 would go again. The only issue was it was a little crowded, but that didn't stop me from getting through. Lol. read more

Really love the concept. Really underwhelmed with the quality of vendors. Pros Great concept Plenty of food and booze options Music Free event. Cons If you're looking for artisan quality handmade goods this is not the place Not a lot of vendors. I expected more Many commercial vendors. Not all are handmade. Overall it was an ok e Terence but I wouldn't come back. read more

Came to night market around Xmas time and the line was CRAZY but I'm glad I went in anyway. We were told the line was just for wristbands (required to order alcohol) so we were able to skip the line - later we found this might not be so? I can't believe I've never been to the market before and I don't know if it's always that busy. Once inside, there is a lot of space so it's not too crowded. There are loads of small local vendors then a food cart pod with a stage and music. It's like all the things you ever wanted in one place! The night we came was punctuated by a literal dumpster fire down the street so it was a peak Portland experience! read more

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Cool concept, but the execution could use some improvement. This is one of those experiences where the idea is genuinely great, but the follow-through didn't quite hit the mark for us. We arrived late, around 9pm (mistake number one), and parking was extremely tough to find. After looping the area for a while, we finally snagged a spot a few blocks away. When we walked up, the line wrapped around the corner and stretched far back--and it moved slowly (mistake number two). There is a fast-pass option, which definitely seemed like the way to go if you don't want to wait forever. Once inside, I actually loved the concept of featuring local vendors--everything from small-batch alcohol and food to handmade clothing and earrings. The variety was impressive, and the atmosphere had potential. The bar area also offered cocktails, beer, etc., and wandering with a drink in hand was a nice touch. However, the crowding made it hard to enjoy. It was packed to the point where I couldn't really browse booths, and at times I had to skip ones entirely because there were simply too many people squeezed in. Outside, there were additional food vendors and a DJ tent, which offered a fun vibe and a place to eat or hang out. Bathrooms were available both upstairs and outside, which was helpful. Unfortunately, we ended up leaving early--not just because of the crowds, but because the air became smoky. We later realized someone had started a dumpster fire across the street, and the Portland Fire Department was putting it out. Overall, the night market is something worth trying at least once, but I'd recommend going right when it opens if you want a better chance at enjoying the vendors without the overwhelming crowds. read more

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Fun, bustling, and expansive! We went to the holiday night market last night and there are so many talented vendors selling jewelry, food, ceramics, and so much more! You can go hungry because outside are plenty of food carts. There are many places to get a seasonal cocktail or beer too. I would recommend shopping here for your holiday gifts and support the amazing artists. We biked here which was so much easier than finding parking. We also went early to beat the lines. It gets busy! read more

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Night market on the east side of Portland. Happens only for two nights very couple of months. We went the second night and wow, the turnout was crazy- The line was wrapped around the block. Parking was crazy too. We did a fast pass for about $13 and was able to get right in. Lots of vendors with all different merchandise to buy. Very creative and cool. They also have food carts outside and all delicious food and drinks. A couple of bars through out the venue. It's two stories but the top wasn't as filled as the main floor. Lots and lots of people. read more

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I'm a frequent visitor of the PDX Night Market. I think it's such a great way to showcase local vendors with it being a rotating cast each month. There is typically a little of everything from paper goods to macrame to nail art to jewelry to clothes as well as food and alcohol. The bar always has different drinks each month and they're always tasty. Bathrooms are space so if you're there during peek time you will have a wait. The crowds get to be a lot the later you're there (parking goes hand in hand with that). I tend to go at 4 when it opens so I don't have a problem. I love the idea of the food vendors but I'm typically underwhelmed by the selection and quality of food. I'd rather walk the market and then eat elsewhere near by. All in all I love the PDX Night Market which has become a staple in town for a recurring local event! read more

I love events such as this. Getting out in the evenings, browsing some shops, eating some good food, and just enjoying the ambiance is always a must-do in my book. Been hearing about the PDX Night Market for a couple of years now, but this is the first time I was in town for it. And I must say, I had a great time. There is a lot to see and partake of here. They are in a cool converted industrial area, with stalls of assorted wares and sundries on offer from many awesome artisans. Everything from wood cuts, to candles, to stickers, to clothing. And out back is where the party was kicking off, with music and a dance floor, plus an excellent selection of food trucks and drink vendors. They even had Santa in attendance for the holiday season. My friend and I wound up with a few cocktails, including some spiked hot cocoa that hit the spot on a chilly winter's night, and some really yummy Thai savory coconut pancakes. The only real downsides were mostly related to the crowds. It is in a confined space, and the number of people can make it seem downright claustrophobic at times. Plus, you may need to go a fair ways away to find parking, so it's likely a good idea to consider taking public transit or some other means of conveyance. But that aside, I think this is a fantastic way to spend an evening, and think it should perhaps be a must-do for visitors to the Portland area. read more

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I love the concept. Underwhelmed with the quality of vendors and food options. Glad we went once, but not sure if we'll be back.

So, let's start with one question, how old are you? Did you answer under 40? This could be a really cool experience for you. I am 62, the trophy wife is younger, we had almost no business being here. Did that mean we left or felt unwanted? Heck no! Let me start from the beginning. The trophy wife and I were looking for new things to see and do across the river from our Vancouver base. We read about the PDX Night Market and decided to visit the October market. Arriving in the area we realized that parking was going to be challenging in the Industrial Zone. Somehow, as we pulled up near the entrance someone pulled out right in front of us giving us better than handicapped parking. We believe it was clean living and good karma. We also realize that it was largely luck, Wear comfortable shoes. There was a line going toward the entrance, so we started to run it back... and back... and back. Eventually a nice security guard guided us to the end of the line. He said it would be about 30 minutes from there. He lied. From looking at the express pass line it did not look like it was deal, so we stuck in the free line. We nestled into the crowd between some nice young people and watched the show. No, not the market, but the show that the people were putting on around us. It was a near psychedelic experience! So many different colors of hair, skin, tattoos, clothing. About an hour and 15 minutes later we entered the actual market. The market itself seems like it was patterned to support the food stalls outside and the DJ music. There were some bars inside and outside, there were some stalls selling some handmade crafts and candles and clothing. Not as many as we were led to believe there would be but we did some excellent candles to buy. We felt old, might be because we are, but it was somewhat energizing being around all that youth. I would suggest if you were at all interested in visiting the PDX Night Market you should do it. Wear comfortable shoes. read more

What's better than a Holiday-themed night market? I recently had the chance to visit PDX's iconic night market. I had only ever attended in summer, and the hot, crowded nights were a fun energy for my early twenties. But, having just entered my thirties, I had little interest to do the summer night market this year. Thank god for winter! We were fortunate to have no lines upon entry on the Friday night that we joined, and the beverage lines were thankfully quick. We each had at least one beer and one-holiday cocktail. After spending time indoors shopping for stocking stuffers (which you are sure to find). We then spent the rest of the night outside, dancing to the fun Christmas and remixed pop music. This was where the crowd was, and it was lovely to see heaters being used so well under the tents. I cannot wait to come back next year. So many lovely memories made here. read more

Amazing venue and the organizers are wonderful people! Although the lines may be long getting in, it's worth it if they have baby goats!

Such a fun place, we went Friday this may. It was such an amazing experience. The atmosphere was fun and inviting. The outside had food and drinks with a DJ playing great music. Many vendors with all sorts of items. Art, jewelry, interactive photo shoots. All the above. The drinks were great with good prices. Would 100% recommend. read more

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Overall the vibes are great here, the space is super cool, & it's a very lively event. So why 3 stars? Well..there are like 5 bars here, and not a single one selling mocktails. My only option to drink tonight was a can of soda. To me that's wild, especially from a market advertising to be friendly for all ages. Since when is THE thing, and the only thing to drink alcohol? I was not expecting this. Along the same lines is the issue I found with the food. Not impressed with the selections and the prices were absolutely wild. What we settled with we took two bites & the rest went in the trash. The whole building is unbelievably hot, even on a cool April night. I eventually began dripping sweat and was racing to the front door to leave this place. The crowds were insane and you can barely move. There are Disneyland style lines to the bathrooms. Lastly, the most annoying part of this evening was the balloon guy. The pretentious, "artist" and his crew were moving around the space ALL evening, putting up balloons & talking about their art with people. Not a problem inherently, until at one point (in said crowded building) I had one small spot to walk through and the balloon guy sticks out his entire arm to put his finger LITERALLY in my face to tell someone all about his art and show the QR code. This can happen, I get it, (but then you say, oops sorry, and move) but he just held his f-ing finger directly across my face for nearly a minute as I stood there like a deer in headlights waiting for him to finish his story so I could resume walking. I regret not going full Karen mode in that moment but I didn't have the energy tonight & this was clearly his castle & my peasant self doesn't stand a chance against a mega star such as himself. read more

PDX Night Market - Festivals Near Me - Portland, Oregon

It's a fun event with some interesting vendors and some predictable vendors (candles, lotions, and jewelry). I found a coffee liqueur of my dreams and a few cards to send just in time for birthdays. I enjoy myself here and can always find something to amuse myself and my friends. The food and drinks are wonderful and the vibes are mostly great. It's an event that feels vibrant and different from most Saturday markets. I think the quirky warehouse is part of the charm. read more

PDX Night Market is a very cool place to go! The event is free although we always pay for the fast pass just in case! Parking can be a nightmare so either car pool or max if you don't want that struggle. We tend to go around 6-7 pm so before it gets to to crowded. They have amazing vendors and they are ever changing. We normally start with grabbing a drink then walking through all the vendors! Food is next! We love that there is always a variety of food options. There is always something for some one. Some things to note! There are bathrooms inside and outside. There is always a line so be prepared! They have a upstairs which is 100% worth it. Last time there was sake tasting we went home with a bottle. Outside is loud so if you have issues with loud music.. it wouldn't be the place to be. Music last time was 2000's and frankly it was on point for the crowd! They were eating it up! The night market is a great way to kill a few hours if you just don't know what to do but you don't want to be inside. read more

I've been to Farmers Markets, but this was my first time going to a night market, and we had lots of fun. We got there around 9pm, and there was a long line to get in, but it moved pretty quickly. We got a cocktail right when we got in, then explored the food in the outdoor area. Got some food, petted an alpaca, and enjoyed the music. Then we went indoors to explore all the shops, and bought some stuff. We had a good time, and I would definitely come to one of these again. read more

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This monthly market was fun to try once. But my husband doesn't want to go back again. The prices are high and it's super crowded. We got some pretty good food at the food carts in the back. I got Korean fried chicken that was more than I could eat. We also couldn't pass up the Pip's donut truck-as good as the brick & mortar store. The most annoying thing was that we parked on the other side of the railroad tracks from the venue. When we were ready to go there was a stopped freight train that made it impossible to get to our car. We were tired, had had enough of the night market and just wanted to go home. Some daring people climbed up and between the train cars but it looked unwise, as who knew when the train would start up again. It was stopped a total of about an hour. So if you go, don't park on the west side of tracks! read more

The PDX Night Market is a cool place to find local makers and hang out with friends! It is a free event to attend, unless you'd like to pay for a fast pass that lets you skip the entry line. The length of this line ebbs and flows, when I went around 5pm we could walk straight in, so I'm not sure I'd buy the pass. I'm not sure if the pass comes with other perks. Parking in the area is very difficult. Inside the market is incredibly busy - the main floor gets crowded enough that moving through it is one-directional. Stopping at booths can feel claustrophobic and like you're blocking someone else, making you rush. Not exactly the experience I want with a new-to-me business. I do think some kind of ticketing could help with this. I think many people would be glad to pay $5 to reserve a 60-minute entry time and deal with less of a crowd. It would be even cooler if that entry cost went to charity, or sponsored a spot at the next market for a deserving business. There's a huge range of vendors and the vendors change each market! There are lots of cool businesses, ones who have brick and mortars elsewhere in Portland and ones that are online or pop-up only. It's cool to interact with small local businesses and even grocery store type brands. Clothes, jewelry, beauty, alcohol, snacks, butters, desserts, shoes, home goods, knick knacks, so much more. I wish there was a map or organization pattern to help me find specifics vendors or types of businesses. There are a couple of bars. The one closest to the entry tends to get busy and build up a line, but you don't have to wait - just go to another bar. The hot food is okay. No heavy hitters from the Portland restaurant scene, and the prices are pretty high, but I can imagine it's not easy to cook in this situation. You have to have a tent and portable cooktop and stuff. The tables to eat at fill up quickly, so my recommendation is to get some snacks/light bites/finger foods and plan on a full meal elsewhere. The highlight of the PDX Night Market for me are the decorations/themes. The organizers go all out in choosing a theme and creating decor to match. From the entry foyer, to an activity upstairs, to photo booth opportunities, to large displays outside. Super fun and creative. So, many pros and cons to this event. I recommend going at least once to see what it's all about! Then it's up to you whether you want to go back - maybe during their slow hours, or maybe only when a friend from out of town is visiting. I'll probably be back to enjoy their themes and do some holiday gift shopping! read more

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The PDX Night Market has returned to its full, former glory, after suffering at the hands of COVID (like the rest of us). For a while there, it was pretty Spartan inside, in both booths and attendees. That's certainly not the case anymore! You'll be ducking and weaving through an endless throng of oncoming shoppers as you wind your way through this warehouse funhouse of locally made goods and foodstuffs, enduring wave after wave of bumps, nudges and elbows as you survey and sample everything from liquors, hot sauces, baked treats and more! Out back, a massive food courtyard entices you with a sizeable selection of cuisine options, from street-side standards such as Mediterranean and Mexican, Polish sausages, Vietnamese sandwiches and noodles; all the good things, plus a few dessert options as well. Your devouring and digesting is aided by the thundering, pumping, pulsing beats emanating from the massive stage nearby, covered in glitzy lights and seasonal décor, in front of which an impromptu dance stage breaks out at irregular intervals. Hold those drinks with both hands as you pass by! Although you wouldn't know it from my review thus far, but there's more than just food and drinks for sale here at the Night Market. You'll find everything from apparel, jewelry and accessories, to lotions and creams, household plants (hi Casey!), hand-crafted trinkets, artwork, candles, you name it...the vendors and their wares rotate with the seasons, likely due to some fierce competition for available table space. Grab a cocktail to sip while you shop, from the one of the three or four pop-up bars scattered throughout this ramshackle labyrinth, usually tucked away in the corners. There's also a not-so-obvious bar upstairs behind a narrow, rickety door that serves up a separate selection of drinks than the rest, many of them in slushie form, as well as a newly-added wine bar, movie theater, and ceramics studio (hi Liz!) in a recently renovated space above one of the main shopping galleries. City Liquidators is the sponsor of the event as well as the landlord of the building, although their presence is relatively understated, other than their seasonally-rotating mini-market off to the right of the docking bay doors leading to the exterior food court. They usually put together an entertaining little play space, showcasing some their goods in a playful manner consistent with the season and the theme of the market, depending on the time of year in which it appears (the Night Market recurs quarterly, for one weekend at a time). They also devote most of the upper level to various art installations, galleries, DIY craft tables (there's usually at least one "help yourself" craft project available here), and Instragrammable decorations and backdrops, for the selfie-obsessed narcissist in all of us. Oh, and did I mention...baby goats? Yeah, there's a baby goat petting zoo that has appeared for at least the last three or four iterations of the market; for $5 per person, you get 5 minutes of cuddle time with an adorable army of little spawns of Satan, bleating and baa-ing their way into your hearts, and devouring your soul! Totally worth it! Admission to the Night Market is free, but the line out front, which regularly wraps around the building, may seem intimidating at first. Thankfully, it moves at a pretty good clip; a "fast pass" is available for purchase online that bypasses the crowd, but it's not worth it, unless it's *really* backed up for some reason. The hold-up is usually due to people showing IDs to get a 21+ wristband for ordering drinks, but the gatekeepers at the door are reasonably efficient at slapping these on wrists and getting people inside. Now that things are back in full swing, the PDX Night Market is absolutely one of the best free, accessible, and family-friendly (well, maybe not *all* of the music they play, but...eh) events in the greater Portland area, and one that showcases and celebrates the community and craftsman ship that makes our city welcoming, diverse and...you guessed it: weird. read more

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I love this Night Market! My kid and her friends brought me here recently, saying it's only held a few times a year. It was a hot, summery evening when we visited (July 8), and despite having tons of parking in the area, not a spot was to be found! It was so busy, we drove around for a long, long time, looking for a parking spot. (My kid says that it's usually way easier to find a spot). Finally, after parking, we joined the line to get in. And it snaked around the block. Again, my kid and her friends said that they've never seen the line this long, ever. So I know that we visited on an unusually busy evening. The line at least did keep moving. And the folks at the door checked everyone's ID to ensure that no minors gained entry. We all got an admission bracelet to enter (note: there was no admission fee. But you needed a bracelet to get in, assuring employees that your ID was checked). It was bustling inside the warehouse venue. Tons of people. A bit difficult to navigate the throngs but not impossible. I was impressed with the huge amount of vendors and artisans selling their wares, and the sheer variety of things available: candles and lotions, jewelry, stickers greeting cards, clothing, textiles, hair accessories, posters and artwork, pet stuff, kid stuff, baby stuff.... lots of stuff. Some were kitschy but others, not. The two greeting card vendors I saw were fabulous and the artwork and/or messages on these cards were original and twisted and I loved them! (I got a lot of cards!). There was a lovely Israeli jewelry maker there, and a few other artsy jewelry makers whose designs and materials were quite impressive (not cheap, mind you, but beautiful designs and real gemstones and/or gold and silver). There was plenty of quality artisanal works to be found. I was in the market to find some gourmet Portland chocolate to bring home as a gift for a neighbor, but surprisingly, there were no chocolatiers at the market when we visited. We ventured up the stairs to investigate what was located on the upper level. There were some cool, smaller, dim winery/brewery rooms, a craft room to make your own stickers and temporary tattoos (!), an area to take selfies and photos, and other strange/funky nooks and niches. (Note: to gain access to these areas, there are narrow wooden staircases in various areas. If one is mobility-challenged, not sure you can get to the upper levels. I did not see any elevator access - although, to be fair, I might have just missed it. If you have mobility issues, I would definitely call before going to find out the details). Upon exiting the warehouse, there is a HUMONGOUS outdoor area, still fenced in, where all the food and beverage trucks are located. There were flashing lights, lit-up balloons, a loud DJ, and pulsating music. Like a real block party going on. That's what it felt like: like a block party. Oh to be in my 20's again! I could see everyone was having a wonderful time, some were dancing, everyone eating and drinking. Clearly a younger crowd (well, younger than me, anyhow! lol. The vast majority of people were in their 20's and 30's). Very crowded and clearly a popular place to be. Fun! (Note: I see other reviewers mention the presence of baby goats. There were NO baby goats or ANY animals there when we visited. Bummer! So don't assume you'll see cute farm animals if and when you visit; they're not always there. FYI). read more

I had heard of this event from Instagram and it looked like a cool event that they do about every few months or so. I went to the one that happened this month and it's cool how it's a free event. I wasn't sure exactly what to expect but it was like a big Saturday market with alcohol! This event is free though you can buy fast pass tickets online for $10 which allows you in before the general admission folks. I honestly recommend coming 15-30 minutes before the event starts and fall in line because it wasn't that busy when we went and got in within 2 minutes of the event opening. There are a lot of vendors throughout the space which is a huge industrial center. Outside were all the food vendors for meals such as Chinese food, boba, tacos, etc. Inside, some fun vendors included Portland Gear, Treats by Mel (cheesecakes), Wild Roots, mushroom jerky, and other local clothing and crafts. Overall, I recommend going if you are into the Saturday market and shopping local! I loved the decorations throughout too. This took me about an hour an a half to go through all the vendors and eat. read more

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The Portland night market was an amazing event ! There were dozens of vendors and food trucks . The dj was killer and all the small business owners were delightful . The drinks were on the pricier side but delicious nonetheless . We arrived at 5 and there was no line but beware by 7 pm the line starts to get busy and crowded . Its such an awesome choice if you're looking for Portland nightlife but still love the outdoors . Round of applause for the organizers , this was an incredibly memorable evening ! What we got : - Jalapeño and cheese pupusa's - $8 each - Hummus and pita bread - $6 - Mango Pineapple aqua Fresca - $4 - Blueberry mint lemonade - $4 - Passionfruit guava margarita - $11 read more

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I absolutely love the night market. I've gone throughout the years and each time I go I'm more and more excited. They choose their vendors well. From "window" shopping for actually shopping there's lots to see, find, and buy. The line to get in can be long but there's usually a street performer or two to keep the wait feeling good. You can buy passes to skip the line at a cost but depending on the time that can also have a (shorter) line. The food choices very each time and always seem to have a pretty long line, so either eat before or come prepared to wait. They have several spots to get drinks at so know that if one line seems long there's another area (or two) to get drinks at. read more

We always have sooo much fun here! We've done the winter one and this was our first spring night market! There are tons of vegan options for snacks and foods. So many creative people showcasing their art and jewelry. There is truly something for everybody and I love the showcase of everybody's individuality read more

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We flew from Los Angeles took uber to night market which on the website stated open when we arrived it was all close and occupied by homeless people. They should update the website it's very inconvenient for the tourists we had to pay uber for nothing and pay extra to drop us off read more

The night market happens every month-ish (check their website) and there's a variety of makers inside and food trucks/stands in the outside as well as little secret areas and artwork to explore. It's a free event unless you pay for VIP express but we got in just fine, barely any line. It's usually quite packed so brace yourself with that. Parking is a little crazy around the area, but once you find a spot you feel so accomplished so that's a win to the start of the night. You may be driving anywhere from 10-20+ minutes to look. The majority of makers on the main floor indoors ranging from clothes, candles, and other knit-knacks and take-home foods like deserts and chili oil. Lots of similar makers but it was cool to see them. One that I stopped at was a whipped marshmallow fluff in the containers liked whipped cream. It was yummy! Outside are the majority of food vendors and even a flash tattoo bus (so Portland)! I'm too chicken to get that done but it was a cool activation. Food was so/so with a stroopwafel cart to tacos/pupusas/elotes and more. I wasn't too drawn to anything but I did try the honeycomb ice cream. It's massive and with a higher price at $16-20(?), it should be. The ice cream was good, had to eat it fast but the outer honeycomb shell did have that fresh crunch I was hoping for. There's also a DJ outside to bring all the vibes! Don't be fooled by going to the first bar as you enter because there are plenty others. Upstairs inside is more seating and also had almost a little speakeasy saloon with espresso martinis - super cute! I loved walking around seeing all the artwork (even a mandalorian) which made me really see the 'Portland vibe.' Sometimes with the crowds, it was hard to stop and admire but you could make it work. Expect crowds and perhaps go right when they open to experience it in all it's glory. When the weather is rainy (often in PDX), it's hard to enjoy the outdoor space but there is a large covered area. read more

Love this family friendly event! Perfect time for something to do on the lunar new year this weekend and a perfect precursor to the light festival currently going on. Tons of vendors although they're mostly Portland prices. The bars aren't badly priced for an event and the music is bumpin'. The ticket price isn't terrible but for an event you walk into to spend money, well let's just say I'm glad the light festival is free so I can justify going to both. It's a two hour drive for me to Portland, without both I wouldn't be here, but if you're local? Or pairing it with the light festival? Totally worth it. I love the area of Portland too. It's in that stage of just starting to gentrify so go experience it while it's still awesome before the yuppies ruin it. The building is so much fun, but it gets packed. I like that feel, if you need wide open spaces, stick to the food truck area. Parking is best early and everyone seems friendly. Will be back. read more

PDX Night Market - Festivals Near Me - Portland, Oregon

free entry or optional $10 fast past I visited the October Friday Night market 4pm -11pm 100 SE Alder Street Portland, Oregon 97214 Future 2022 dates will be: December 1 - 4 February 10 + 11 175+ of Portland's best vendors celebrating local food, culture, music, drinks and retail. Fun things included: Cuddling miniature goats for $5 Choose your price choose your topic custom poems Tons of yummy food vendors An upstairs art exhibit Lots of local distilleries with free tastings Free samples of vegan baked goods Flower and balloon photo op locations Arts and crafts Tons of local handmade goods to peruse Definitely would recommend visiting, it was a very cool event. Either go early in the evening or buy the fast pass if the line is too long when you get there. I went at 9pm and had no issue finding street parking nearby from people leaving. But by 9pm the free entry line was wrapped around the block! Only downside is that it was absolutely packed so if you're not a big fan of crowds, this is not the event for you. Best food tents there was Hapa pizza and sunrice. read more

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Loud music, great food trucks, small private vendors, served alcohol. Come here before dinner. read more

The PDX Night Market exceeded all expectations! Wow it was so nice to attend an event with so many local vendors. I really felt all the Portland charm I was missing in the pandemic. There was probably 10ish food vendors and TONS of vendors inside with jewelry, vintage, art, food goods, etc. Tons to look at all to the tune of a live dj with a cocktail in hand. I went rather early arriving before 5:30 and street parking was much easier than I expected. Also I walked right in! Line was almost non existent. I heard it gets quite busy later so definitely recommend getting inside earlier and then hanging out into the evening. Will absolutely be attending the next one! read more

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TLDR: average Pro Tip: get the fast pass if you don't want to wait in a line around the block. Food: 2/5 - only 3-5 food trucks. Be prepared to wait 30 mins for decent looking food truck and the food is average. Drinks: 5/5 yum! Line was pretty quick, decent fall themed cocktails. Super pleasant staff! Vendors: 4/5 seemed smaller than last year but decent selection. Love the 2 angry cat hot sauces! Atmosphere: Decent crowd but not overwhelming. Everyone wears masks inside, plenty of social distancing outside when people weren't wearing masks. read more

Every element of this event sounds fantastic and should add up to a 5* review, but somehow it always falls short for me. No one is more surprised than me because I prefer unique items from vendors over mainstream, mass produced merchandise; food carts are my jam; and I love street fairs. But every time I visit the night market, I enter with excitement and leave unsatisfied. Since I'm not a " crowd" person, I go between 4:00-4:30 and leave by 6:00 just when groups are entering and the lines are forming. If you go earlier, you can walk right in, both the no-alcohol and alcohol lines. Better yet, you can peruse the entire venue and actually access the booths easily and walk around without bumping into people. For me, this is ideal. There are always an assortment of craft and food items from amazing and talented vendors: jewelry, clothing, candles, soaps, catnip, CBD products, plants, leather goods, chocolates, flavored peanut butter, and so much more. Some of my favorites: - Peace's by Lauren is my favorite jewelry vendor. Unique, some retro, and all affordable. - The homemade chocolate truffles and salted caramels by Whimsy are divine! The packaging as beautiful as the unique flavors. Habanero and Wine are my two favorites. - Portland Syrups makes some darn good syrup that you mix with soda and or liquor. Get their spicy Ginger for the best Moscow Mules ever. - If you have a cat, Wooly Bowls makes the most adorable and comfortable cat beds. - Eliot's nut butters. Get the Spicy Thai. Delish. Outside has been converted into a food cart Heaven with carts lining the perimeter and a tented area in the middle. Wish there were more bar hight tables so you had a place to rest your dish while you ate. There are a handful of tiny tables but dozens of people, sometimes hundreds. Food carts range from Hawaiian food, fried chicken, dim sum, tacos, crepes, gyros, s'mores, coffee and more. I had the fried chicken slider and it was just ok. Also tried the s'more from 1927 S'mores Company. Love the concept but the S'more was mediocre. The marshmallow was toasted on the outside but inside was not melted at all. They use chocolate syrup instead of a chocolate bar, and it was too sweet. Even though S'mores are so my thing, I will pass on this next time. For me, it was a nice way to spend an hour. It was OK, not great. Will I come back? The night market is open several times a year so I will probably be back at some point, but it's not a must do for me. read more

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this was my second time here and i have to admit it wasn't as good as the first. my second experience here, there was too many food carts that served similar items and nothing really seemed unique or exciting to try. i do love that there's a variety of different types of booths inside the building, but the air conditioning in the building isn't the greatest, so it was pretty hot during the time that i went. besides that, i do appreciate the fun activities on the second floor and i love how this night market brings to community together and supports small local businesses. i would still come back here, i just hope to see more improvements in future markets. read more

PDX Night Market - Festivals Near Me - Portland, Oregon

In the location of the PDX Night Market, today is Snack Fest! So many food vendors but most are open in the afternoon or late.. We tried @twistedgyros and @pipsoriginal for our lunch and wasn't disappointed. For drinks, we tried @bubblesandtreatspnw which is an old fashion style of making sodas, which is always a treat of course. Lest we forget the crepes from the @creperielbt . The music, of course is jamming and from the 80's, which I love. So many things to buy from locals too inside and more food! There's a bubble tea mason jar seller inside which comes with stainless steel straws, a knitted carrier and other goodies... read more

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Its cool. I do love going to events like this. I am glad we were lucky enough to visit Portland on the weekend it was happening. I had a lot of fun. One complaint, music by the food truck was too loud and while hungry, ended up leaving to get food anywhere else because my ears were bleeding. Its also the night I learned I am just getting too old. Would still recommend! read more

We got there around 7:30 and the line wasn't too long. It was pretty crowded on the inside so shopping for things was a little difficult without shoving your way through people, but so many good vendors to check out. The music was popping and the food options were very good, but only had two food carts with vegan food available for my friend. read more

PDX Night Market - Banh-Mi from Little Bear - Festivals Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I loved it. Cool vibe, good food, interesting gift items. I would go again. No admission fee. I would like to see more seating, or have a VIP area and charge for an entrance to that if it had seating. No place to just sit an enjoy your food, at least nothing that was obvious to me. Parking in the area wasn't too bad. read more

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Great place to try unique and new local vendors and foot cart. Love the vibe and the effort to put together an event like that. I had a fun time with my friends every time I visit there. read more

I was really excited for the PDX night market because it's yet another unique to Portland type market. It reminded me of an antique/shabby chic market in St. Pete, FL where we moved from. I wish there were more vendors with gift type items instead of vendors with alcohol and chocolates and baked goods. The vendors that were there, for the most part, had some really nice quality goods. But the selection was not great. We probably went around a peak time (7pm) so it was much like walking through Grand Central terminal in NYC during rush hour. Herds of people and no where to go if you weren't following the flow of traffic. For the amount of people they definitely don't have enough restrooms. Women had to wait 15-20 minutes to use the indoor restrooms. And there were 3 total? Yikes. The worst part of the market was the outdoor area. It was damn cold. It snowed on our way home tonight so that should provide frame of reference. It was raining outside (there is a covered area under the tent but the heat did not disperse from the heating towers.) The variety of food trucks was mediocre at best with nothing being really exciting. It's a market to try out but if you aren't into being stuffed into a building like a sardine without a lot of variety for food or vendors then skip it and do the usual weekend PSU market. read more

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