The unofficial start of the summer festival season — the St. Johns Bizarre! — is just weeks away, on May 9, 2026. We’re getting ready for another year bringing thousands of Portlanders a dynamite lineup of musicians, artisans, makers, creators, food vendors, community groups, and more.
But we’d love to add you to the team to make this year’s — our 17th — another one for the ages. Volunteer or donate if you can!
Every year, volunteer crews are what make the St. Johns Bizarre possible! The majority of our needs come on event day, but we might also need some assistance before the big day, on Thursday and Friday.
If you’re interested, click the button above to see our Volunteer Page, which includes a signup link that has a detailed list of shifts, times and opportunities.
And, please, if you’re able, we’d also welcome any donations you can spare to help us ensure the Bizarre remains one of the stalwart institutions that makes St. Johns so special!
Thanks, and we can’t wait to see you!
The 2024 St. Johns Bizarre. Photo by Jason Quigley.
Here it is, folks — the music lineup for the 2018 St. Johns Bizarre.
We are pretty excited about seeing these bands with the majestic St. Johns Bridge as their backdrop and look forward to rubbing elbows with all of you in the front row. And remember the entire event, including all of the music is all-ages and *entirely free*, so please join us on Saturday May 12th!
Wild Ones
Vursatyl
Wimps
BlackWater HolyLight
Tribe Mars
Melt
Old Unconscious
Fritzwa
and more to come…
The St. Johns Bizarre is back — May 13, 2023 — for its 14th year. And we’ll be picking up right where we left off.
Vendors, that means it’s time to send in your applications, so you can help make this year’s event the best one yet! Please take a look at dates, details and other helpful information and apply now!
We’re as committed as ever to curating a balanced selection of vendors that appeals to the entire community.
Just some of food, arts/crafts and community vendors at the 2019 St. Johns Bizarre. (Photo by Jason Quigley)
In 2019, the Bizarre welcomed over 125 local vendors, selling an impressive array of handmade arts and crafts items, including jewelry and clothing, home goods, photography, and painting. Also featured each year are a delectable roster of food vendors, as well as booths where you can learn more about getting involved with our local community organizations.
Here it is, folks — the music lineup for the Plaza Stage.
We are pretty excited about seeing these bands with the majestic St. Johns Bridge as their backdrop and look forward to rubbing elbows with all of you in the front row. And remember the entire event, including all of the music is *entirely free*, so please join us on Saturday May 13th!
The Plaza Stage
The Thermals
Y La Bamba
Dude York
Illmac
Little Star
Thanks for your interest in volunteering at the 13th Annual St. Johns Bizarre. Our volunteer crew makes this event possible! The majority of our needs come on event day, Saturday, May 13th, but we also need some assistance on Friday and a little on Sunday.
We hope you can find a time and task that suits your availability and interests. And oh, did we mention that all volunteers get a free St. Johns Bizarre stainless steel pint cup? Thanks for helping out at the best neighborhood street festival in Portland!
This year, we’re using SignUp to organize our volunteer shifts. Sign-up to volunteer at this year’s Bizarre in 3 easy steps:
1) Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com: http://signup.com/go/NjZsBzC
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It’s Easy – you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com.
Get ready! Here’s how you can volunteer to support the 17th annual St. Johns Bizarre!
Last Updated: April 1, 2026 by Denis Theriault
The unofficial start of the summer festival season — the St. Johns Bizarre! — is just weeks away, on May 9, 2026. We’re getting ready for another year bringing thousands of Portlanders a dynamite lineup of musicians, artisans, makers, creators, food vendors, community groups, and more.
But we’d love to add you to the team to make this year’s — our 17th — another one for the ages. Volunteer or donate if you can!
Every year, volunteer crews are what make the St. Johns Bizarre possible! The majority of our needs come on event day, but we might also need some assistance before the big day, on Thursday and Friday.
If you’re interested, click the button above to see our Volunteer Page, which includes a signup link that has a detailed list of shifts, times and opportunities.
And, please, if you’re able, we’d also welcome any donations you can spare to help us ensure the Bizarre remains one of the stalwart institutions that makes St. Johns so special!
Thanks, and we can’t wait to see you!
Music Lineup Announced: Wild Ones, Wimps, Vursatyl and more…
Last Updated: February 1, 2019 by Ian
Here it is, folks — the music lineup for the 2018 St. Johns Bizarre.
We are pretty excited about seeing these bands with the majestic St. Johns Bridge as their backdrop and look forward to rubbing elbows with all of you in the front row. And remember the entire event, including all of the music is all-ages and *entirely free*, so please join us on Saturday May 12th!
Wild Ones
Vursatyl
Wimps
BlackWater HolyLight
Tribe Mars
Melt
Old Unconscious
Fritzwa
and more to come…
Read more about the bands and listen to their music on our Music page
Over the next weeks we’ll be sharing updates on this blog as well as our Facebook and Twitter pages. Follow us to stay in the loop!
Calling all vendors! Apply today for your spot at the 14th annual St. Johns Bizarre!
Last Updated: March 26, 2023 by Ian
The St. Johns Bizarre is back — May 13, 2023 — for its 14th year. And we’ll be picking up right where we left off.
Vendors, that means it’s time to send in your applications, so you can help make this year’s event the best one yet! Please take a look at dates, details and other helpful information and apply now! We’re as committed as ever to curating a balanced selection of vendors that appeals to the entire community.
Just some of food, arts/crafts and community vendors at the 2019 St. Johns Bizarre. (Photo by Jason Quigley)
Main Stage Lineup Announced: The Thermals, Y La Bamba, Dude York and more…
Last Updated: April 14, 2018 by Ian
Here it is, folks — the music lineup for the Plaza Stage.
We are pretty excited about seeing these bands with the majestic St. Johns Bridge as their backdrop and look forward to rubbing elbows with all of you in the front row. And remember the entire event, including all of the music is *entirely free*, so please join us on Saturday May 13th!
The Plaza Stage
The Thermals
Y La Bamba
Dude York
Illmac
Little Star
and in the morning for the kids:
Red Yarn and Friends
Read more about the bands and listen to their music on our Music page
Over the next weeks we’ll be sharing updates on this blog as well as our Facebook and Twitter pages. Follow us to stay in the loop!
We couldn’t do this without our volunteers. Join us!
Last Updated: February 13, 2020 by Ian
Thanks for your interest in volunteering at the 13th Annual St. Johns Bizarre. Our volunteer crew makes this event possible! The majority of our needs come on event day, Saturday, May 13th, but we also need some assistance on Friday and a little on Sunday.
We hope you can find a time and task that suits your availability and interests. And oh, did we mention that all volunteers get a free St. Johns Bizarre stainless steel pint cup? Thanks for helping out at the best neighborhood street festival in Portland!
This year, we’re using SignUp to organize our volunteer shifts. Sign-up to volunteer at this year’s Bizarre in 3 easy steps:
1) Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com: http://signup.com/go/NjZsBzC
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It’s Easy – you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com.