Portland Saturday Market: A Mixed Bag of Crafts & Culture

📍 Location: Under the Burnside Bridge, Old Town Portland (Water Ave & W Burnside St) ⏰ Hours: Sat-Sun 10AM-5PM (March-Christmas Eve) The Good, The Bad, The...Urgent? As the oldest continuously operating arts market in the U.S. (since 1974), this iconic spot delivers: 🛍️ 300+ Artisan Stalls: Handblown glass $40+ Leather journals $25+ (yes, pricey for trinkets) 🦁 Unexpected Delights: Lion dance performances (2nd Sundays) Chinese-style fried skewers ($6/stick—worth the line!) 🚻 The Catch: Zero on-site restrooms (nearest option: 5-min walk to Starbucks) Distinct "urban aroma" (thanks to Portland’s...free-spirited residents) Pro Tips 🍢 Follow Your Nose: The food cart pod saves the day with: Bao buns from Bao Bao Matcha soft serve with gold leaf ($9, because Portland) 🅿️ Parking: $7 at SmartPark Garage (333 SW 5th Ave) #PortlandMarket #ArtisanVibes #FoodCartPDX #OnlyInPortland