Wildfang clothing store specializes in tomboy style and culture.

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Shopping

Pick up everything in Portland (everything!) without sales tax. From handmade items to designer goods, you’ll find it all, tax-free.

Wildfang clothing store specializes in tomboy style and culture.

Credit: NashCO

With no sales tax in sight, Portland is a shoppers paradise. Explore the city’s vibrant maker scene and take home a made-in-Portland souvenir; go treasure hunting at one of the city’s many thrift stores; or spruce up your style at one of the several iconic brands that call Portland home. The city also fills its calendar with surprise pop-up shops, seasonal marketplaces and annual shopping events. To check out upcoming shopping events in Portland, visit our events calendar.

Pioneer Place houses over 75 stores, an expansive food court and cinema.

Shopping Districts and Destinations

From shop-lined streets to expansive malls, you'll find great spots for tax-free shopping all around town — and beyond.

Combining an arts show, a live street concert and an open-air bazaar, this riverside market has been a beloved Portland tradition since 1974.

Portland Saturday Market

Open every Saturday from March–December, Portland Saturday Market is the largest arts-and-crafts fair in the U.S.

Pioneer Place

Downtown Portland's home for big-brand shopping houses the major brands that fashionistas crave, along with an expansive food court and a movie theater.

$Located within downtown Portland\'s Union Way shopping arcade, iconic Danner Boots has been a Pacific Northwest outdoor gear-staple for more than 80 years.$

Union Way Shopping Arcade

Evoking Paris’ intimate passageways and Scandinavian architecture, this shop-filled alley connects downtown Portland’s West End with the Pearl District.

Shoppers stroll from store to store at Cascade Station.

Cascade Station Shopping Center

Minutes from PDX on the light rail line, Cascade Station houses Oregon’s only IKEA and dozens of other big-brand favorites.

Jantzen Beach Center

Located just south of the Oregon-Washington border, the Jantzen Beach Center rewards shoppers looking for big brands with no sales tax.

$Browse bestsellers at Powell\'s City of Book\'s PDX outpost.$

Shop Local at PDX

Browse Portland brands like Nike, Pendleton, Columbia and Powell’s without leaving the airport.

Shopping Events in Portland

Portland's shopping scene offers colorful bazaars where you can score locally made goods at unbeatable prices. Better bring an extra suitcase!

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Columbia Gorge Outlets

Columbia Gorge Outlets is home to 40 stores such as Coach, Eddie Bauer, Gap and Tommy Hilfiger. Located next to the Columbia River Gorge, a spectacular 80-mile long river canyon through the Cascade Mountains and a short distance from Multnomah Falls.
Woodburn Premium Outlets

With more than 100 stores, Woodburn Premium Outlets is the largest tax-free outlet center in the West. Big name brands, skylight-covered walkways, and beautiful Northwest architecture and landscaping make this a unique and fun shopping experience.
Bridgeport Village

Reminiscent of an open-air European-style shopping experience, with outdoor sound system, outdoor dining, a fire/water fountain, Italian gazebo and kiosks, and bicycle racks.
Washington Square Mall

From shop-lined streets to expansive malls, you'll find great spots for tax-free shopping all around town — and beyond.
Columbia Sportswear Outlet Store – Sellwood

Columbia Sportswear has been creating innovative apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment for outdoor enthusiasts since 1938. Pick up Columbia apparel and equipment for discounted prices at this outlet store.

$Wyld Stallyns Vintage is one of Portland\'s many neighborhood boutiques specializing in used clothing.$

Vintage Shopping in Portland

Browse costume jewelry, tailored suits and racks upon racks of dresses at Portland's nearly 50 vintage shopping destinations.

Browse untold antique treasures at Hawthorne Vintage.

Antiquing in Portland

Mid-century furnishings, hardware, kitchsy collectibles and vintage lighting and furniture all await in Portland's carefully curated antiquing scene.

Mississippi Records in North Portland sells classic records and turntables.

Vinyl Shopping in Portland

From vintage wax to new European imports, those rare releases you’ve been searching for are surely waiting at one of these rockin’ local vinyl stores.

Portland Streetwear Shops

Portland's laidback, chic aesthetic makes it the ideal home for streetwear. Shop ‘til you drop (tax-free, of course!) at these Portland streetwear shops.

Gear up

Peruse handcrafted leather products at Tanner Goods, including wallets, bags, belts, guitar straps and even chairs.

Shop for Made-In-Portland Goods

These companies churn out consistently cool made-in-Portland products, from fashionable swimwear and accessories to leather goods and lighting.

Beach Bones pieces feature organic lines and translucent colors.

Portland Jewelry Designers

Shop these Portland jewelry designers for beautiful, wearable art that exudes personal expression with a local touch.

Portlander Christopher Bevans designs futuristic athleticwear for his label, DYNE.

Portland Designers of Color

Ready to upgrade your wardrobe, Portland-style? Turn heads with the latest fashions from these celebrated Portland designers of color.

Alberta Arts District Shopping

With its many boutiques, galleries and indie shops, Alberta Street is made for leisurely shopping strolls.

Peruse local art, crafts, furniture, food and much more at Portland Saturday Market.

Old Town Chinatown Shopping

If you're looking to load up on made-in-Portland souvenirs, unusual artwork and Northwest heritage home goods, look no further than Old Town Chinatown.

Hawthorne Shopping

Hawthorne's indie boutiques and homegrown shops peddle plenty of only-in-Portland wares.

$Find eclectic vintage goodies at Noun: A Person\'s Place for Things.$

Belmont Shopping

Selling everything from eco-friendly hats to vintage cowboy boots, Belmont's shops can help pull together a made-in-Portland look.

Haunt is one of several boutiques on East Burnside Street.

Central Eastside Shopping

With galleries, boutiques, design studios and showrooms, the Central Eastside is beginning to rival downtown as Portland's fashion hub.

Northwest Portland Shopping

In Northwest Portland, century-old Victorian and Craftsman-style storefronts housing unique boutiques stand alongside national retailers.

Lloyd Center is minutes from downtown and houses more than 200 stores.

Lloyd Shopping

With Lloyd Center’s 150+ stores, and more shops on Northeast Broadway, Lloyd offers a bounty of shopping options close to downtown.

Shopping at Xtabay Vintage on Southeast Clinton Avenue

Division/Clinton Shopping

Tucked within a dense residential enclave, the shops of Division and Clinton streets offer some of the city's most authentic souvenirs.

Shopping can be a family affair in the Pearl.

Pearl District Shopping

The walkable Pearl District houses national retailers and local favorites, from a vast independent bookstore to stylish boutiques.

$One of more than 200 vendors\' stalls at Stars Antiques Mall$

Sellwood-Moreland Shopping

The walkable retail stretches of historic Sellwood-Moreland evoke a bygone era, and have enough surprises to turn anyone into a collector.

$Gorgeous Portland-designed trinkets abound at downtown\'s North of West.$

Downtown Shopping

Downtown Portland boasts a wide array of shopping options, from major national and international retailers to locally owned boutiques and specialty shops.

Browse a broad array of stylish sneakers at Compound.

The Portland Sneakerhead Scene

Casual collectors and seasoned sneakerheads can dive into the Portland sneakerhead scene at these Old Town Chinatown shops and businesses.

Sneaker Week

Sneaker Week offers fun events for sneaker addicts and footwear newbies alike.

At Nike Portland, shop for trendy shoes designed only a few miles away.

Portland Shoe and Sportswear Brands

Portland is the athletic gear capital of America. Here's where to shop for the best designed-in-Portland shoes and sportswear.

A family browses school supplies at Scrap.

Portland’s Best Back-To-School Shopping

This fall, ditch the chain stores and get your kids ready to learn in style by shopping at these distinctly Portland spots.

Shop for imaginative footwear designed by John Fluevog in downtown Portland.

Shoe Shopping in Downtown Portland

Has trekking around Portland worn holes in your shoes? Head to these tax-free footwear staples and you’ll be back to exploring in no time!

Maria Vashakidze prepares her magical products at Seagrape Soap.

Portland’s “Mystic District”: Three Magical Shops in One City Block

Whether you’re curious about crystals, dreaming of divination decks or just seeking sweet-smelling soap, Portland’s Mystic District has the store for you.

$Find Danner\'s American-made boots and other outdoor gear inside Union Way.$

Men’s Shopping in Downtown Portland

Follow our itinerary to find 10 terrific shops offering high-quality fashions with Northwest flair within a few walkable blocks in downtown Portland.

The Martinez family handcrafts heirloom-quality leather at Orox.

Luxe Local Leather

Portland artisans are using high-quality, beautifully tanned and sustainably dyed leather for their goods, crafting pieces that will last for decades.

Speck’s founders Maia and Michael Gersten say they “fell in love through music.”

Speck’s Records & Tapes

When founders Maia and Michael “Speck” Gersten opened Speck’s Records & Tapes in North Portland's Kenton neighborhood, they created a space for music-lovers to gather, connect and discuss music while browsing vinyl and tapes.

Help out a good cause by sipping a latte at Happy Cup Coffee.

Socially Conscious Businesses in Portland

Enjoy shopping, beer and coffee in Portland while supporting B-corps and other businesses who share their profits with people in need.

Brianne and Jared Mees founded the Tender Loving Empire label in 2007.

The Wide, Wild World of Portland’s Tender Loving Empire

Part record label, part handmade art showcase, this hybrid creative marketplace puts Portland artists first.

Hit up Hollywood Vintage for the perfect Halloween costume.

Portland Costume Shops

People in Portland like to dress up all year! Find vintage duds, professional makeup and fabulous wigs at these favorite Portland costume shops.

The equipment in action in the Columbia River Gorge.

Outdoor Clothing and Gear

The great outdoors isn't just a way of life for Portlanders, it's also big business for local outfitters whose gear will keep you dry and warm in the Northwest and beyond.

Editor's Pick

Saturday, Apr. 24, 2021

Portland Indigenous Marketplace – Spring

Virtual

VIRTUAL EVENT. Please visit the event website for current information. Portland Indigenous Marketplace is organized by the group Indigenous Come Up, a local organization selling Indigenous-made and -designed art, crafts and jewelry at local Powwows and Portland events.

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Ongoing

Portland Saturday Market

Tom McCall Waterfront Park Free

Open every Saturday from March–December, Portland Saturday Market is the largest arts-and-crafts fair in the U.S.

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Food

Makers

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Ongoing

Portland Flea + Food

Nova Building Free

The Portland Flea + Food is a monthly market held on the last Sunday of the month in Portland, Oregon. Every market features 80+ local artists, makers, and curators of the best vintage, handmade and locally-sourced goods in town.

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Ongoing

Portland Night Market

Central Eastside Industrial District

The Portland Night Market showcases many unique businesses that call Portland home. Blending food, culture, music, drinks and retail together for an adventurous evening in the Central Eastside. Come meet some of Portland’s best makers and creators! The Portland Night Market is a bimonthly, free event and open to all ages. See the latest health…

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Canceled

Saturday, May 8, 2021

St. Johns Bizarre & Parade

St Johns Portland, OR 97203 Free

The 2021 St. Johns Bizarre has been canceled. The St. Johns Bizarre is a uniquely crafted celebration that kicks off the summer street fair season in Portland with music, kids’ activities and more. Held annually on the second Saturday in May, the Bizarre brings music, crafts and food to the crowds attending the St. Johns…

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July 24–25, 2021

Portland Zine Symposium

Virtual

The 2021 event will be held virtually; please visit the event website for current information. The Portland Zine Symposium is an organization that hosts, among other events, a yearly free conference and zine social exploring facets of independent publishing and DIY culture. This event has been held in Portland, Oregon every summer since 2001 and…

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Conventions

Exhibition

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Sept. 25–26, 2021

GeekCraft Expo

Oregon Convention Center Free

GeekCraft Expo is a curated craft market specializing in handmade, “geek”-themed crafts of all kinds; clothing, accessories, toys, home decoration, furniture, art . . . if it’s geeky and made by hand, it can be found at a GeekCraft Expo. Cosplay is highly encouraged and admission is free (you just need to pre-register).

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Postponed

Dec. 2–4, 2021

Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival

Portland Expo Center $10 for all three days. 50% off admission coupon available at event website.

At the Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival, you will find a wide variety of sewing, quilting, needle-art and craft supply exhibits from many quality companies, along with make ‘n’ takes, free demos, daily door prize drawings and more.

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