Gateway Night Market
About this Event:
Gateway Night Market is a community-centered outdoor bazaar celebrating culture, small businesses, and neighborhood connection. Hosted by Prosper Portland in partnership with IRCO (Immigration and Refugee Community Organization) and The White Lotus Foundation, the event is designed to uplift local businesses while creating a welcoming space for the community to gather, eat, shop, and enjoy live programming.
Taking place outdoors at the Oregon Clinic parking lot, Gateway Night Market brings together local food and retail vendors, cultural performances, music, and free family-friendly activities in a vibrant night market setting.
What to Expect
Visitors can look forward to a lively and engaging community experience, including:
Local food and retail vendors
Live cultural performances throughout the event
A DJ playing music between performances
Free activities for kids and families
A welcoming, community-focused atmosphere
Whether you’re stopping by for dinner, exploring local businesses, or enjoying the performances, Gateway Night Market offers something for everyone.
Live Performances
Enjoy a lineup of cultural performances throughout the afternoon and evening:
3:00 PM — PDX LA (Haitian live band)
4:00 PM — Winnie Dance Academy (Chinese traditional dance)
5:00 PM — Lee’s Association Lion Dance (Dragon & Lion dance)
6:00 PM — Silk & Spice Lao Dance (Lao traditional dance)
A DJ and brief community remarks will take place between performances to keep the energy flowing throughout the event.
Activities & Vendors
Gateway Night Market features a curated mix of local food and retail vendors alongside free, family-friendly activities designed to create a lively and welcoming community experience.
Guests can enjoy a variety of food options, baked goods, specialty coffee, and handmade items while exploring booths from small businesses across the region. In addition to shopping and dining, attendees can take part in interactive activities offered throughout the event, including free face painting, glitter tattoos, hair tinsel, and balloon animals for kids and families.
With something to eat, explore, and enjoy at every turn, this combined vendor and activity experience reflects the spirit of a true neighborhood night market.
We invite neighbors, families, and visitors from across Portland to join us, support local vendors, and experience the energy of a community-centered night market. We look forward to welcoming you on February 7.