St. Johns Bizarre, N Lombard St at N Philadelphia Avenue, Portland, OR (2026)

05/12/2026

Alan Sparhawk closed out the St. Johns Bizarre on May 9, 2026. Rebecca Gates joined for the last three songs, ending the set (and the festival) with the majestic “Holy Ghost” by

The St. Johns Bizarre is a free, all-ages Art and Music Festival taking place annually in Portland, Oregon. See you next year on Saturday, May 8, 2027. ❤️

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05/09/2026

Our friends at Megalith consistently book some of the most interesting music bills in the city and this 10 am - noon showcase on our John St. Stage continues that trajectory with sets from Xylyn Hathaway and Muted Theory. Consider it the perfect way to start a day of music – grab a coffee, wander over, and vibe out.

starts the day off on Saturday, May 9, at 10 am. Xylyn is a cherished figure and friend in the jazz community, born on Earth, one stone’s throw west of the palpitating heart of downtown Portland, Oregon. She plays with cats like George Colligan, like Ron Steen, like anybody making big, nasty music to be hurt and healed in this wet crow city. As a band leader, their musical vision unfolds, sprouting dimly lit behemoth architecture, oozing spirits from the gills as it gasps for its first breath beneath thumps quantized in fractals. She propels a soloist or a broken poet off cliffs into Jupiter’s hurricane eye. Xylyn’s music exudes peace and play, dancing between us, around us, below the violent ocean dismembered by big old stones.

Rounding out our showcase, electronic jazz/hiphop maestro will play at 11 am. Muted Theory is a Pacific Northwest-based musician. His sound blends ambient soundscapes with swung drum grooves and syncopated textures. Taking inspiration from many different genres, Muted Theory blends experimental sounds into a unique composition.

The Bizarre — featuring two stages of FREE music, plus 220 craft and food vendors — goes from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. before, during and after the St. Johns Parade. For a full schedule, plus music samples and a list of vendors, check out the link in our bio!

Special thanks to our stage sponsors: , , , , and

05/08/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Mr. Vale’s Math Class to the 11 am slot of our Family Fun Showcase, but here’s a little secret: is NOT a kids band. In fact, we booked them more for the grownups among us, but we won’t tell your dancing, smiling kids if you don’t!) 🤫 This six-piece funk band has horns that knock down the door and percussion-laden grooves that perfectly accompany any dance party. 🪩 While you might not leave with a deeper understanding of math, you (and your little ones) are guaranteed to have a great time.

Starting the day on the Plaza Stage, right at 10 am, we’ll have Mo Phillips , a returning favorite for our littlest fans who will have them enthralled from the first note with his unique blend of oddball rock he’s dubbed Mo-Fi. What is Mo-Fi, you ask? A TERRIBLY UNSOPHISTICATED WAY TO HAVE A GREAT TIME! 🥸

And between their sets, don’t miss nationally recognized puppeteer , whose “trash” puppets not only delight with wacky characters but also show the power of reusing and recycling materials.

The Bizarre — featuring two stages of FREE music, plus 220 craft and food vendors — goes from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. before, during and after the St. Johns Parade. For a full schedule, plus music samples and a list of vendors, check out the link in our bio!

Special thanks to our stage sponsors: , , , , and

05/07/2026

BIZARRE GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🚨

We’re giving away a St. Johns Bizarre 2026 merch package and announcing the winner LIVE from the Plaza stage at 2pm during the event!

Here’s what you could take home:
👉 A set of powder‑coated, stainless steel collectible cups from
👉 An official St. Johns Bizarre t‑shirt
👉 A signed & editioned screen‑printed event poster
👉 A tote bag to carry it all home in

How to enter:
✔️ Like this post
✔️ Follow
✔️ Tag a friend you’d bring to the Bizarre (each tag = another entry 👯)

The fine print 📑
- Entries close at 1pm on Saturday
- Winner need not be present to win… but honestly, why would you want to be anywhere else on Saturday?
🍀
Good luck!

What’s the Bizarre, you say? Well, it’s an Art and music festival featuring FREE music all day long on two stages, Beer Gardens, and 220 vendors selling handmade crafts and delicious food! It all happens the same day as the St. Johns Parade and in the heart of downtown St. Johns in the midst of some of the best restaurants, bars, and retail shops in Portland. For a full schedule, plus music samples and a list of vendors, check out the link in our bio!

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05/07/2026

Growing up in México and Germany, Papi Fimbres and Shana Lindbeck found their fate when destiny led them to meet in Portland. Wanting to honor their heritages in a new and collaborative way, they set out to form DRECKIG, which means dirty in German.

Both deeply influenced by cumbia’s melodious rhythms and German electronic compositions, they have created their own unique sound within that realm. Using all vintage drum machines and synthesizers, these elements are combined and envisioned in the studio, then brought to the stage in a mystical, dance club frenzy. ☄️ , kicks the post-parade music off on the Plaza Stage on Saturday, May 9, at 2 pm. ☄️

The Bizarre — featuring two stages of FREE music, plus 220 craft and food vendors — goes from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. before, during and after the St. Johns Parade. For a full schedule, plus music samples and a list of vendors, check out the link in our bio!

Special thanks to our stage sponsors: , , , , and

05/07/2026

Artist spotlight! 🎥 We won’t set our alarm for 4:30 am for just anyone 🥱 but one exception is Kohr Harlan from 😎.We had a blast telling him about the magic we’ll be making on Saturday 🪄. We were happy to shine a light on six of our craft vendors and learn more about what they have in store on Saturday! Hint: It’s made with heart and it’s all great! Come see for yourselves on Saturday, May 9, from 10am-6pm (music until 8pm). There will be 220 of the finest local craft vendors, makers, food vendors, and community organizations setting up shop in downtown St. Johns for a day of art, music, and celebration of this great community. Come out! 🏃‍♀️

🎥 Slide 1: - Booth # 199
🎥 Slide 2: - Booth # 141
🎥 Slide 3: - Booth # 92
🎥 Slide 4: - Booth # 190
🎥 Slide 5: - Booth # 166
🎥 Slide 6: - Booth 131

Thanks again to this year’s official Craft Fair Sponsors for their support: , , and

05/07/2026

Singer/songwriter and violinist Chibia Ulinwa weaves introspective musings, inventive melodies, and lush productions to create a uniquely soulful sound and bring life to her carefully Crafted compositions.

Whether performing an intimate duo set or fronting her full band, Chibia captivates audiences with her genre-bending originals and reimagined covers. Her live sound features a complex combination of neo-soul and R&B, with elements of alternative rock, folk, jazz and funk. She has shared stages with Macy Gray, Lamont Landers, serpentwithfeet and many others. 🌟 Chibia plays the John Street Stage at on Saturday, May 9, at 5:45 pm 🌟

The Bizarre — featuring two stages of FREE music, plus 220 craft and food vendors — goes from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. before, during and after the St. Johns Parade. For a full schedule, plus music samples and a list of vendors, check out the link in our bio!

Special thanks to our stage sponsors: , , , , and

05/07/2026

Artist spotlight! 😎 Here’s another batch of artists who’ll be vending on Saturday, May 9, from 10am-6pm (music until 8pm). There will be 220 of the finest local craft vendors, makers, food vendors, and community organizations setting up shop in downtown St. Johns for a day of art, music, and celebration of this great community. Come out!

😎 Slide 1: .glass - Booth # 38
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😎 Slide 3: - Booth # 9
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😎 Slide 5: .crafthaus - Booth # 188

Thanks again to this year’s official Craft Fair Sponsors for their support: , , and

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05/06/2026

“Meet Black Shelton, an artist who defies traditional labels, yet exudes a timeless quality that can only be described as fierce, passionate, sincere, and dynamic. In his music, you will hear influences of soul, 60s psychedelia, 70s hard rock, and 80s synths and samples, yet Black Shelton is no retro throwback. He’s in a genre of his own. From lead guitar to bass and saxophone, his musical prowess is on constant display, but it’s the way he roars with that baritone voice that forces all crowds to pay attention. Anger, irony, and humor are key ingredients in the musical mix, enticing diverse crowds throughout the PNW to listen, relate, reflect and enjoy what a great artist can teach to those with the ears to listen.” —

🫶 .shelton.official, closes down the John Street Stage on Saturday, May 9, at 7 pm 🫶

The Bizarre — featuring two stages of FREE music, plus 220 craft and food vendors — goes from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. before, during and after the St. Johns Parade. For a full schedule, plus music samples and a list of vendors, check out the link in our bio!

Special thanks to our stage sponsors: , , , , and

05/06/2026

EVENT MAP IS HERE! Start planning your shopping strategy and entertainment itinerary now for the event on Saturday, May 9 starting at 10 am! And if you need a bigger version of this map and a booth list to reference or print, you can find a link in our bio where you can zoom in and track everything, including all of our 220 craft and food vendors.

MUSIC SCHEDULES! Check out the lineups for the Plaza Stage and our John Street Stage. Swipe for the stage details. 👀 Who’s on your must-see list this Saturday?

WHERE IS ALL THIS? It’s all in the heart of downtown St. Johns about a block away from the St. Johns Bridge! Our Plaza Stage is next to the beer garden, while the John Street Stage, sponsored by , boasts its own beer garden and leads right into our Kellogg St. and John Ave. craft fair sections.

CHEERS! With plenty of food choices from food vendors and local restaurants, you won’t need to wander far to get your fill of deliciousness. Plus, with your help and support, we’ve eliminated all single use plastics in the Occidental beer garden: bring your Bizarre cup from previous years or snag a 2026 edition. 🍻☀️😎

RADIO! And remember, our sponsor will be ⚡broadcasting live⚡ from the Plaza Stage from 2-8pm!

Special thanks to our stage sponsors: , , , , and

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