The unofficial start of the summer festival season — the St. Johns Bizarre! — is just weeks away, on May 10, 2025. 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 16th — 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!