Get ready! Here’s how you can volunteer to support the 17th annual St. Johns Bizarre!

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,… Read More

Calling all vendors! Apply today for your spot at the 14th annual St. Johns Bizarre!

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… Read More

Main Stage Lineup Announced: The Thermals, Y La Bamba, Dude York and more…

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… Read More

We couldn’t do this without our volunteers. Join us!

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… Read More

A Love Bizarre ft. Erotic City + Sean Jordan: St. Johns Bizarre 10th Anniversary Fundraiser coming Feb. 19

Help us kick off the 10th Anniversary of the St. Johns Bizarre with a fundraiser to support your favorite neighborhood festival! We hope you’ll join us Friday, February 19th, 2016 at Occidental Brewing Co (6635 N Baltimore Ave, Portland,… Read More

Vendor applications now available

The 10th Annual St. Johns Bizarre is now accepting vendor applications! Please take a look at dates, details and other helpful information. We seek to create a balanced offering of vendors that appeals to the entire community. Last year,… Read More

Main Stage Lineup Announced: Tango Alpha Tango, Mic Capes, The Shivas and More…

Tango Alpha Tango at St Johns Bizarre

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… Read More

2015 featured artist: Jolby & Friends!

We are bursting with excitement to share with you a preview of our artwork for this year’s St. Johns Bizarre! The masterful creators over at Jolby & Friends are at the helm this year and have crafted some… Read More