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My People's Market December 2 & 3rd at the Oregon Convention Center
 

Sparkle, Shine, and Celebrate with us at The Oregon Convention Center on December 2nd & 3rd!

 

Location and hours 

Exhibit Hall A of the Oregon Convention Center on 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland.

  • Ample street parking;

  • Accessible via Portland Blue, Green, and Red Light Rail and TriMet bus lines 6, 8, 77.

  • Free bicycle parking on site.  

11 am to 5 pm Saturday and Sunday

 
 

Community

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Community & CONNECTION &

 

Event Schedule


The Numberz Broadcasting live from the Market on Twitch, 96.7 FM, and online.

 
 

There’s Numerous Ways to Sparkle and Shine at My People’s Market

  • Send some shimmer - Crafts w/ Ideal PDX and Seasons Greetings letter writing station

  • Shine bright  - Face Painters and Photo Booth

  • Share some sparkle - Giving Tree - Equitable Giving Circle Giving Tree and Black Santa

  • Stories and art - Reading Corner Nikki Brown Clown, Bolivia Carmicheals (Drag Queen Story Time) and art showcase - Ori Gallery, and Natalia Garica

Stop By The Main Stage curated by the talented YGB Portland

  • Marilyn T. Keller, Vocal Instrument - Marilyn T. Keller, 2016 Jazz Society of Oregon Hall of Fame Inductee, is a 40-year veteran of music and stage performance in Jazz, Gospel, R&B, Pop, Blues, and theater, nationally and internationally. Her musical roots are diverse. Marilyn has built a career that has taken her as a feature artist to Denmark, Sweden, Norway, The Netherlands, Spain, Australia, Russia and the UK for concerts, festivals, nightclubs and recording work.

  • Ballet Folkorico Academia Gabriela - Ballet Folklorico Academia Gabriela was founded in 2018 with the mission to Keep Mexican traditions alive and pass down these dances to future generations.  Today the academy has over 90 Students and recently opened their own Ballet Folklorico Dance studio in Aloha OR.

  • Mestizos Dance Group - is a Colombian dance troupe with the to leave a legacy of Colombian culture, while bringing all cultures together to enjoy part of history. For this reason, they are called Mestizos, meaning to mix.

  • Candid Ramblings - Hailing from Lake City, Florida and El Paso, Texas, Candid Ramblings is a true lyricist with an undeniably smooth flow. Her metaphors and wordplay will have you hooked on phonics. Candid's sincere lyrics,  punctual flow, and ear for sonics brings the audience along for a special storytelling journey that only she can tell.

  • DJ A.T.M. - Funky Bilingual - Born and raised in Phoenix, AZ. DJ A.T.M. started djing in 1998, and moved to Portland in 2001. Since 2003 they been DJing all over Portland, and the west coast. DJ A.T.M. is a proud Chicano and their culture has had a big influence on the type of music they select when rocking a party or other settings.

Welcome Our Talented Hosts!

AmBush

Being a collector of music since the age of 14, AmBush has always had a devout interest in making people dance and have a good time. Starting out rocking the high school and basement parties, his love for music and DJ’ing has taken him all over.

AmBush’s 30 year career has led him to his current role as the Executive Director of The Numberz.FM Portland, Oregon's only Black led radio station.

Morgan Jones

Morgan Jones is a multi-hyphenate creative entrepreneur and social justice advocate from Portland, Oregon. She is passionate about building community, learning, and sharing information to dismantle systems of oppression.

As a political analyst and media personality Morgan utilizes podcasts and live radio to share knowledge and messages of solidarity. She is also a skilled facilitator and trainer, leading workshops on topics such as social justice, anti-racism, and media literacy.

 
 

EVENT FAQ


 

VENDOR QUESTIONS

 

GENERAL QUESTIONS

 
  • Read more about the process on our Vendor Page

  • Not a problem! Please reach out to our support team at vendor@mypeoplesmarket.com

 
  • Yes!

  • Dogs on a leash are welcome outdoors.

  • The Market team could always use some help! Sign up to volunteer!

 

 
 

MPM 13 Graphic Designer

Arielle Wilkins is a U.S. Portland-based artist/designer who was raised in the heart of Texas. Inspired by her father’s performing arts background, she quickly immersed herself in music and naturally visual arts.

Color, creativity and black pride intertwine in the magical mystery ride that is within Arielle’s art. Her characters exist in a world more bold and colorful than our own. Where natural hair roams free and strong yet relaxed/confident/ personas come to the forefront. Arielle’s work is meant to prompt a wide spectrum of untapped exposure and celebration of black culture. The evolution of the modern woman and man, curls and bountiful afros on deck.

You can check out more of Arielle’s work on her website, awilkywilk.com or Instagram: @awilkywilk.

 

GIFT SETS

Shop My People’s Market and find Portland-made gifts. Whether you’re shopping for a boba tea lover or the crafty person in your life, we have you covered. Come shop in person on December 2 and December 3, 11a - 5p at the Oregon Convention Center.

Fox Flame Woodshop | $100

Our gift sets include a handmade chessboard created with walnut and maple hardwoods, and our resin chess pieces which glow in the dark!

Essance Skincare | $50

Organic Body Butter Gift Collection

National Beard League®️ | $100

8 Piece Beard Kit

La Tienda del Sol | $475

A photo frame, A small notebook, a small box, one ornament of a deer, a small bag, 2 pairs of small earrings, a pair of sunset earrings, a pair of chocolate earrings, a pair of olive earrings, a pair of paradise earrings.

HAB Sauce | $39.99

Bundle up and relax by the fire 4-Pack Hot Sauce gift set for the flavor lover in your life.

Ishq Skincare | $87

Ishq Organic Complete Hair Oil Set

Portland Love Clothing | $85

Hoodie & Beanie set

Deal Available Only at My People’s Market!

Barro Conchas

Barro | $20

Deluxe Concha Box. Conchas are amazing but sparkly holiday concha’s are even better. These sweet bread rolls with cookie like topping go great with all of your favorite holiday beverages.

Sage Planta | $35

Start or continue your air plant journey with a quality low nitrogen fertilizer to nourish to flourish, a handmade cement air plant "knot" holder and a beautiful tillandsia.

Felton & Mary's Artisan Foods | $40

BBQ Prayer Box - All three delicious barbecue sauces, our Classic Spice Rub, recipes & barbecuing tips from Felton, and the box can be repurposed into a seedling starter for your garden.

Elegant Boutique Beauty Supply

EBIN wig glue, EBIN edge control, edge scarf and 3n1 edge brush

F.F.A.W.M. | $45

The perfect haircare box includes all three of our amazing handcrafted, all natural products. Also, our signature detangling brush perfect to defeat the detangling process. This gift set also includes some fashionable hair scrunchies.

JETT Woodworking | $25 for 1 / $45 for 2

Hardwood laser engraved puzzles with box, available in maple or cherry

Mimi’s Fresh Tees | $55

Mimi’s Fresh Tees Love, Light, and Hope Gift Box includes an exclusive fashion tee, candle, and gift card.

Nana's Exquisite Confections | $20

Mini Tart Assortment (Lemon, Cherry, Sweet Potato, Marionberry and Peach)

Deal Available Only at My People’s Market!

Culzzles | $35

Culzzles has 2 amazing ABC puzzles, and you can get both for one low price. Once assembled, there are multiple ways to play with the puzzles. The puzzles include vibrant colors and engaging illustrations to keep children interested and motivated while learning.

Helen Rose Skincare Co. | $69.99

Rose Routines Skincare Bundle: includes 3 oz Cupuacu Butter glass jar with wooden lid, 2 oz Rose Petal and Aloe toner, 1 oz Deep Moisture Skin and Hair Oil, 3.5 oz Liquid Black Soap, Ayate Weave Washcloth, Rose Petal bath soak tube.

SooJ and Jef | $40 Small kit $60 Large kit

Customized punch needle kit for one (small kit) or two (large kit). Let us know what you want to make and we can make you a customized kit.

BBTEA Jars | $60

Comes with a 20oz reusable glass boba jar, choose of tea: jasmine oolong, earl grey, taro, jasmine rose, or rose earl grey, premium boba pearls, a bamboo lid, large boba straw, regular steel straw, and bamboo bristle straw cleaner

N'Kossi Boutique | $50

Mix-and-Match: choose from a selection of bespoke rings and earrings, handmade of ebony hardwood and silver in Lome Togo. Gift set includes one ring and one pair of earrings, with additional discounts offered towards the purchase of matching necklaces and bracelets.

AMBELI | $20 - $25

Set of two headband gift sets comprising of elegant and vibrant African print fabric headbands and stretchy turban headbands for a modern and sophisticated look.

Polk Apothecary | $37

Gold Dust Body Care Gift Set: 2 oz Amber Woods Body Mist, 5 oz Amber Oats Body Bar, 4 oz Golden Butter Marigold Mango Butter with Gold Dust and zip up travel bag (scent: Amber Woods)

Yancy Handmade | $55

Handmade bag and handmade bracelet by indigenous women from Colombia. You can choose your favorite color. We also include a box of chocolate.

Lily Henry Jewelry | $52

Turquoise Uranium Glass Buttons Pendant and Earrings Gift Set

Mister OK’s Essentials | $25

Your choice of a 1 oz room refresher, body cream, and 3-pack mini cubed soap

Asiyah Rose Candles

Asiyah Rose Candles | $72.99

Perfume with candle

Deal Available at My People’s Market & Online!

 
 

Get to know all 160+ of our BIPOC vendors before getting to the market!

 
 
 
 
 
 

Thank you Sponsors!


 
 
 
 

 
 

Connect with friends new and old for an experience only My People’s Market can deliver. Launched in November 2017, My People's Market grew from a desire to create pathways for entrepreneurs of color to connect with the travel industry and new market opportunities. 

My People’s Market centers communities of color in a celebration of business, arts, and culture by prioritizing the well-being and comfort of people of color; providing space and resources for new and existing businesses to grow and reach new markets; and honoring local artists and performers for the vibrancy and joy they bring to space and place.