Gothic - Occult - Subversive - Surreal - Odd
Where Weird is Welcome
Market for the Strange was created to make space for the growing alternative art scene around Salem, Oregon. A place where the unusual is welcome, where the odd ones fit in, and where visitors can walk away with a little bit of the unexpected.
A community Market for the strange side of Oregon
We host a monthly pop-up art market in western Oregon. We alternate event locations between Salem and surrounding cities.
Our Footprint So Far:
Salem - Eugene - Springfield - Albany - Brownsville - Portland
A place to be you
Gothic leathers? Witchy outfits? Characterful costumes? Whatever your vibe is, we're happy to help you celebrate it. Many of our visitors show up to show off their strange fashions, so don't hesitate to pull that special getup out of your closet and show us what you've got!
Our Next Event
Join us for our first event of 2025, and celebrate reading with strange and unique artists and crafters, along with several independent authors from the PNW. Pick up a new book to cozy up with during the chilly weather!Sunday, February 16th
11AM - 6PM
Salem Convention CenterApply to be a Vendor! Accepting applications
We're returning to Portland on March 15th. Take A Bite is our invitation to experience the dark, goth, and alternative art from the PNW. Sink your teeth into over 80 vendors showcasing their artistic crafts. Take home a taste of the strange and unusual with original artwork, goth decor or alternative jewelry and more.Saturday, March 15th
11AM - 6PM
Doubletree Hilton Exhibit Hall
portland, ORApply to be a Vendor!Apply to be a Vendor Join our mailing list
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2025 Event Schedule
April 27th - Salem Convention Center
May 10th - Linn County Expo Center (Albany)
June 8th - Salem Convention Center
July 19th - Bob Keefer Center (Springfield)
August 17th - Salem Convention Center
September 13th - Linn County Expo Center (Albany)
October 26th - Salem Convention Center
November 29th - Lane Events Center (Eugene)
December 21 - Salem Convention Center
As seen on Everyday Northwest Gallery
Photos from our "Freakshow" and "Punk's Not Dead" events, 2024. Courtesy of Taylor Photography (@taylorprophoto)