May Events
Embrace spring with events celebrating local food, crafts and Latinx culture.
Know Before You Go
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Oregon’s governor has limited large events based on the current risk level. Some events may be canceled or postponed. For details on the events listed below, please visit their websites.
May in Portland brings back the Portland Farmers Market, Crafty Wonderland (a celebration of the city’s makers) and one of the biggest citywide events, the Portland Rose Festival. Read on for our top picks of things to do and see in March in Portland, or search our full events calendar to see everything on offer.
Portland Farmers Market
Most of the area’s farmers’ markets open in May. Among the items featured are fresh produce, flowers, seafood, breads and berries. The flagship Portland Farmers Market is at Portland State University, but the organization operates more throughout the city. In addition to shopping, the markets can feature chef demonstrations, spontaneous music performances, fresh flowers, coffee, food carts and more. Enjoy strolling through the market, then spend an afternoon exploring downtown Portland.
Memorial Weekend in Wine Country
During Memorial Weekend in Wine Country, more than 100 Willamette Valley wineries — many not usually open to the public — open their doors to visitors. Enjoy live music and tasty food pairings, along with locally-made art and spectacular views of the surrounding scenery.
Crafty Wonderland Spring Art + Craft Market
The Crafty Wonderland Spring Art + Craft Market from the popular purveyor of local crafts, Crafty Wonderland, turns the Oregon Convention Center into a true wonderland of all things handmade each spring and winter. Get a made-in-Portland souvenir while perusing art and products crafted by dozens of the city’s makers.
More May Events
Explore more exciting events and things to do and see every May in Portland.
More May Events
Check out our editor's picks for top things to do in May in Portland.
Portland Flea + Food
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.
St. Johns Bizarre & Parade
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…
Mt. Tabor Art Walk
The Mt. Tabor Art Walk is a Portland tradition. This juried show and sale is a great opportunity to see quality visual art and meet artists in their studios and homes. Diverse media are represented including photography, painting, ceramics, sculpture, prints, metal arts, photography, glass, jewelry, book arts and mosaics.
Filmed by Bike Film Festival
The festival will take place as a YouTube livestream event in 2021. Filmed by Bike is a film festival that features the world’s best bike movies. The packed weekend includes a bike ride, visiting filmmakers, six film showtimes, dozens of films, afterparties and much more.
Memorial Day Weekend in Wine Country
Join one of the region’s longest-running events where more than 150 wineries and tasting rooms will host special events, capping off the state-wide celebration of Oregon Wine Month. Taste new wines from your favorite labels, sample from the barrel with winemakers or savor specialty food pairings and live music. Enjoy a winery tour or vineyard…
Portland Rose Festival
Portland Rose Festival features multiple parades, waterfront carnival rides, concerts, dragon boat races, fireworks and plenty of roses.
Edgefield Concerts on the Lawn
With acts that have ranged from Al Green to ZZ Top, McMenamins Edgefield Concerts on the Lawn are an annual rite of summer and the hottest ticket in town.
UFO Festival
Every May, thousands of visitors flock to the city’s famous UFO Festival, featuring four days of parades, costume contests, expert speakers
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