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# Lan Su Chinese Garden

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- [The Scroll](https://lansugarden.org/learn-explore/blog/) - The Scholar's Scroll Explore cultural traditions, Chinese folklore, horticulture, and more. Yuna Smile Volunteer Hey there! Welcome to our charity blog.We hope that this blog will inspire you to get involved and make a difference in the world. Thanks for reading! Donate Clothes Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Mauris purus urna. Order
- [Culture Spotlight: From Carp to Dragon: A Garden Reflection on Aspiration and Transformation](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-from-carp-to-dragon-a-garden-reflection-on-aspiration-and-transformation/) - Spring always feels like a reset button at Lan Su. The ponds brighten, the plants stretch awake, and our koi residents begin cruising around again after what looks, frankly, like a very luxurious winter nap. And this year? There are so many baby fish. In my entire 10 years at Lan Su, I do not
- [Culture Spotlight: Peony, the Only Flower Dare to Say No to the Empress Wu](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-peony-the-only-flower-dare-to-say-no-to-the-empress-wu/) - I hope your April has been filled with poetry. Earlier this week, I noticed our tree peonies starting to bloom. It reminded me of a tale involving poetry, peonies, and Empress Wu (武則天). “Who is Empress Wu?” you might ask. “Oh, just the one and only woman ruler in 3,500 years of written Chinese history,”
- [Culture Spotlight: Are You a Pluviophile?](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-are-you-a-pluviophile/) - Are you a pluviophile? Or, shall we say in Chinese, a 喜雨者 (xǐ yǔ zhě), a lover of rain? Ever since I was little, there was something deeply romantic about a spring rainy day. Rain meant poetry. Rain meant daydreaming. Rain meant curling up with a Chinese period drama and watching the main character girl
- [Culture Spotlight: The Woman Who Reminds Me of Magnolias](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-the-woman-who-reminds-me-of-magnolias/) - Every spring, I find myself waiting for the magnolias at Lan Su like I am waiting for an old friend to return. There is something almost magical about the way they bloom. Before many other trees have fully leafed out, magnolias appear with their glowing blossoms, as if spring has arrived in silk. In and
- [Hort Tidbit February 2026: The Flower Goddess of the 2nd Month, Plum Blossom (梅花)  ](https://lansugarden.org/hort-tidbit-february-2026-the-flower-goddess-of-the-2nd-month-plum-blossom/) - Plum blossoms burst into bloom on leafless branches, Scholar’s Courtyard Looking for Josie's most recent post? Read the March Hort Tidbit. “The moonlight of a former time, How often has it shone on me?— I play on a flute by the plum tree, Awakening the fair one To pluck a sprig, defying the chill!” Dim Fragrance,
- [Culture Spotlight: Why We Say “Gong Xi Fa Cai”](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-why-we-say-gong-xi-fa-cai/) - Looking for Venus' most recent post? Read A Lantern-Lit Night with the People You Love When I was a kid, the first day of Lunar New Year felt like a joyful little debut. No script, just perfect cues. You slipped into a brand new red outfit, flashed your brightest “I’m here to bring good luck”
- [Culture Spotlight: A Lantern-Lit Night with the People You Love](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-a-lantern-lit-night-with-the-people-you-love/) - Lantern Festival has always been about more than decorations. It’s about people choosing light, together, right when the year is still new and the nights are still long. We’ve been working hard on the collective experience at Lan Su, not just to show you something beautiful, but to share the stories, the references, and the whys behind it all.
- [Hort Tidbit March 2026: The Elegant Orchid 國蘭, Lan Su’s Namesake ](https://lansugarden.org/hort-tidbit-march-2026-the-elegant-orchid-lan-su-namesake/) - Learn about the orchid, Lan Su's namesake plant. How can you spot a Chinese orchid, and what kind of conditions do they grow best in? Our Curator of Horticulture shares it all!
- [Culture Spotlight: 孝 (xiào)](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-孝-xiao/) - Have I mentioned this? In less than a week, I’ll be embarking on a truly epic adventure: taking my 80-year-old mom on a Mediterranean cruise! That’s right—sun, sea, and sandals with my Taiwanese mother, who hasn’t been to Europe in over 50 years and still doesn’t understand why anyone would eat dinner after 7 PM.
- [Culture Spotlight: Lady White Snake (白蛇傳)](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-lady-white-snake-白蛇傳/) - The Dragon Boat Festival is coming up on May 31! While it's best known for zongzi, boat races, and honoring the poet Qu Yuan, it's also a perfect time to revisit the magical love story of Lady White Snake—especially fitting in the Year of the Snake. The Dragon Boat Festival is coming up on May 31! While it's best known for zongzi, boat races, and honoring the poet Qu Yuan, it's also a perfect time to revisit the magical love story of Lady White Snake—especially fitting in the Year of the Snake.
- [Culture Spotlight: Magnolia (木蘭花) and Mulan](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-magnolia-and-mulan/) - Happy Spring Equinox (Chunfen 春分)! As I’m writing this, I just got back from a curator’s tour at Lan Su, and I can’t stop thinking about all the magnolias (木蘭花, Mùlán huā) in bloom! Their white, pink, and yellow flowers bring a vibrant burst of spring to the garden. Did you know China is home
- [Culture Spotlight: Lantern Festival (元宵節)](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-lantern-festival/) - If I had to pick one event that truly captures my heart at Lan Su, it would be Lantern Viewing Evenings. Picture this: countless red lanterns adorning rooftops, stunning larger-than-life floating lanterns glowing on Lake Zither, powerful drumbeats filling the air, and an illuminated dragon soaring through the pavilions. This is the iconic Lunar New
- [7 Reasons to Bring Your Kids to Lantern Viewing Evenings](https://lansugarden.org/7-reasons-to-bring-your-kids-to-lantern-viewing-evenings/) - Families will enjoy an inspiring cultural experience with interactive performances, traditional games, and educational activities celebrating Lunar New Year.
- [Culture Spotlight: Nian Hua (年畫)](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-nian-hua/) - Explore the art of Nian Hua (年畫), traditional woodblock prints made especially for Lunar New Year. Tianjin’s Nian Hua has been around for over 400 years and is considered a nationally recognized intangible cultural heritage. These intricate prints combine woodblock printing with hand-painting, often featuring themes of prosperity, folktales, and good fortune. Dating back over 400 years, it is considered a nationally recognized intangible cultural heritage. These intricate prints combine woodblock printing with hand-painting, often featuring themes of prosperity, folktales, and good fortune.
- [Culture Spotlight: A Small Taste of China’s Blooming Cultural Tourism](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-a-small-taste-of-chinas-blooming-cultural-tourism/) - Venus Sun reflects on cultural storytelling in modern China, sharing experiences of visiting Xi’an, engaging with history through performance, themed resorts, and hanfu dress-up, transforming literature into immersive experiences.
- [Cultural Spotlight: When 25 Years Meets 1000 Years](https://lansugarden.org/cultural-spotlight-when-25-years-meets-1000-years/) - Happy New Year, friends! With the arrival of 2026, I have found myself doing what many of us do this time of year: reflecting on the past twelve months and asking, “What moments made this year feel meaningful?” There were so many incredible cultural milestones at Lan Su, yet one particular moment keeps rising to
- [Hort Tidbit January 2026: The Floral Symbol of the First Lunar Month—Narcissus (水仙）](https://lansugarden.org/hort-tidbit-january-2026-the-floral-symbol-of-the-first-lunar-month-narcissus/) - Elegant and pure, the narcissus is subtle but eye-catching Narcissus tazetta subsp. tazetta (crab-claw narcissus) forced in January The power of a forced bulb indoors! Although we, living in the 21st century, might assume our lives are tough while we’re trying to make it through the bleakest days of the year, I would argue that those who had to live by oil lamp and
- [Culture Spotlight: China Trip Chapter 2 - 不時不食: Eating with the Season in Suzhou](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-china-trip-chapter-2-eating-with-the-season-in-suzhou/) - How is it already just days before Christmas? If you know me, holiday weeks always make me think about food, not just what we eat, but why we eat it. This is the time of year when tables get fuller, schedules get looser, and the fridge becomes a rotating cast of leftovers we swear we’ll deal with tomorrow. When it comes to
- [Culture Spotlight: Cup of Green](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight/) - As I sit here writing, the weather’s been playing tricks—blue skies one minute, pouring rain the next, with a dash of hail thrown in! You know what would make it better? A nice cup of tea. There’s something magical about freshly brewed tea that just makes everything feel right. Speaking of tea, let me share
- [Culture Spotlight: Plum Blossoms (梅花)](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-plum-blossoms/) - I have to share a magical plum blossom moment from this past Sunday at Lan Su Chinese Garden. The garden was buzzing with families celebrating the final week of Lunar New Year festivities, with laughter echoing through the pavilions and kids running around excitedly. As I walked into the Scholar's Courtyard, answering a visitor’s question
- [Culture Spotlight: Butterfly (蝴蝶) Motifs](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-butterfly-motif/) - Did you know butterflies are a symbol of romance and good luck in Chinese culture? Discover the ancient legends and their hidden presence at Lan Su.
- [Lantern Viewing Evenings return bigger and brighter in 2026 for Year of the Horse](https://lansugarden.org/lantern-viewing-evenings-return-bigger-and-brighter-in-2026-for-year-of-the-horse/) - Lan Su Chinese Garden is delighted to usher in the Year of the Horse with the return of one of Portland’s most enchanting winter traditions: Lantern Viewing Evenings. From February 18 through March 8, 2026, the garden will glow with radiant lantern sculptures, lively dragon dances, soothing musical performances, and an all-new projection-mapping light show
- [Hort Tidbit December 2025: Wintersweet (臘梅)](https://lansugarden.org/hort-tidbit-december-2025-wintersweet/) - Beautiful yellow fall color reveals pale yellow blooms beginning on the much-loved wintersweet tree in the Fragrance Courtyard at Lan Su. The December cold has slowly crept in, seeping the garden in the feeling of winter truly on its way. Although most other flowers are long gone, Chimonanthus praecox, known more commonly as wintersweet or
- [Culture Spotlight: China Trip Chapter 1—Suzhou Gardens Behind the Scenes](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-china-trip-chapter-1-suzhou-garden-behind-the-scenes/) - This special edition of Culture Spotlight will be a four-part series sharing takeaways from a recent trip to our sister city, Suzhou. Enjoy! I’m writing to you just days before Thanksgiving, with the glow of a recent journey still warming me like a little lantern I’m carrying home. This fall, I spent 17 days traveling through four cities in China
- [Culture Spotlight: These are not your grocery store mums](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-these-are-not-your-grocery-store-mums/) - I’ll be honest—I didn’t always get the hype about chrysanthemums. That changed the first autumn I worked at Lan Su Chinese Garden. I walked into the garden one crisp morning and found myself surrounded by chrysanthemums in every imaginable form...
- [Culture Spotlight: The Moon Rabbit Who Hopped Across Cultures](https://lansugarden.org/the-moon-rabbit-who-hopped-across-cultures/) - In the Chinese version of the story, the moon rabbit (月兔, also known as the jade rabbit 玉兔) is more than a pretty picture in the sky. The Jade Emperor once disguised himself as a poor old man and begged food from the animals. The monkey brought fruit, the fox brought fish, but the rabbit had nothing to give. Wanting to help, it leapt into the fire to offer itself.
- [Culture Spotlight: No Kicks, Just Cups: The Joy of Gong Fu Tea](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-no-kicks-just-cups-the-joy-of-gong-fu-tea/) - When people hear Gong Fu, their minds often jump to martial arts, but here there are no flying kicks involved. In the world of tea, gong fu (功夫) means “skill through effort.” It’s not about combat, but about care: The art of brewing tea with patience, focus, and heart. Every pour is a gentle reminder to be fully present.
- [Hort Tidbit—September: The Noble Osmanthus](https://lansugarden.org/hort-tidbit-september-the-noble-osmanthus/) - I love when the slanting rays of autumn light hit the landscape. As the hottest part of summer tapers away towards warm and sunny days of September, I genuinely look forward to sweet osmanthus season in the garden! Sweet osmanthus (Osmanthus fragrans) or 桂花 guìhuā in Chinese is the most classic and revered type of
- [Culture Spotlight: The Return of Kunqu (昆曲) Opera at Lan Su](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-the-return-of-kunqu-opera-at-lan-su/) - Learn about Suzhou's iconic art form, Kunqu (昆曲), known as the “mother of Chinese opera." See it live at Lan Su this September for the garden's 25th anniversary!
- [Culture Spotlight: Luòshén (洛神)—Flower Immortal of the Hibiscus](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-luoshen-flower-immortal-hibiscus/) - Learn the legendary tragic romance behind how Lady Zhen (甄宓) became Luòshén (洛神), Goddess of the Luo River and Flower Immortal of the Hibiscus.
- [A farewell to our volunteers from Maggie Lim](https://lansugarden.org/volunteers-farewell-maggie-lim/) - Dear Friends, After 15 wonderful years, I will be stepping away from my role as Cultural Program Manager at Lan Su Chinese Garden. I still remember the first time I walked through the garden gates in 2009—it felt like coming home. As someone born in Penang, Malaysia, and a proud descendant of the Straits Chinese,
- [Hort Tidbit: August, the Month of Hibiscus](https://lansugarden.org/hort-tidbit-august-the-month-of-hibiscus/) - Hibiscus is an emblematic symbol of late summer and early fall to China. Learn about our local collection here at Lan Su—and the ones we wish we had!
- [Culture Spotlight: The Mighty Banana Leaf that Cool You Down](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-banana-leaf/) - In the summertime, the banana leaves at Lan Su provide a refreshing ambiance. They symbolize renewal and resilience in Chinese culture, deeply rooted in history and legend. Learn about their uses through the centuries.
- [Culture Spotlight: Lion and Dragon Dances](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-7/) - Did you know Lunar New Year is just three weeks away? (I can practically hear my coworkers shout, “We know! We can’t think of anything else!”) The biggest festival of the year is so close, I can already hear the drumbeats of the lion dance! Speaking of which, let’s dive into two must-see performances during
- [Culture Spotlight: Red Envelopes](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-5/) - What’s your most unforgettable Lunar New Year memory growing up? (I can’t actually hear you, but if you’re bursting out “Visiting Lan Su!” I’ll be so proud!) Okay, here’s mine— You’ve probably heard of red envelopes, or hongbao (红包), those little packets filled with money given during Lunar New Year for good luck and prosperity.
- [Culture Spotlight: Chi Wen the Dragonfish](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-6/) - Happy National Dragon Appreciation Day! (Yes, it’s a real thing—January 16th. Who knew?) With the Year of the Dragon coming to a close, it’s the perfect time to appreciate the dragons in our garden. Well, technically, they’re dragon fish, but close enough! If you are a regular at Lan Su, you have likely seen the
- [Culture Spotlight: Gourd Heaven](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-gourd-heaven/) - If you are a frequent visitor of Lan Su, you may have noticed the gateway at our Entrance Plaza, but have you ever paused to read the banner? It says, “壺天攬勝” which means "All nature's splendors captured in this gourd heaven." Intriguing, right? Well, buckle up—it’s story time! Legend has it that during the Eastern
- [Culture Spotlight: Xi Shi 西施 - Flower Immortal of July](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-xi-shi-flower-immortal-july/) - The piece highlights July's flower, the lotus, linked to the legendary Xi Shi, a beauty who influenced history through her charm and espionage, embodying the grace and strength of femininity.
- [Culture Spotlight: The Three Friends of Winter (歲寒三友)](https://lansugarden.org/culture-spotlight-8/) - Here is a new year personality pop quiz for you— Between the pine, bamboo, and plum, which one do you think represents you the best? Let me explain: In Chinese culture, these three plants each hold special meaning: The Pine: Evergreen, strong, and wise—like a venerable scholar. The pine symbolizes wisdom, strength, and longevity. The
- [Hort Tidbit - June/July 2025: Delving into the 12 Months of Flowers](https://lansugarden.org/hort-tidbit-june-july-2025-12-flower-goddesses/) - Hello everyone and welcome to summer! In this column, I will be introducing a new concept called the “12 Flower Goddesses”(十二花神 Shí'èr Huā shén). Each goddess is representative of her month’s flower. You can also think of this as each flower’s “birthday month” as it’s been described to me before. The flower of June, Gardenia jasminoides ‘Kleim’s Hardy’
- [IPM: Beneficial Insects at Lan Su](https://lansugarden.org/ipm-beneficial-insects-at-lan-su/) - At Lan Su Chinese Garden, we practice Integrated Pest Management, or IPM. IPM is an ecosystem-based strategy that focuses on the long-term prevention of pests and the damage that they cause by monitoring for pests, cultural control, manual control, biological control, habitat manipulation, and use of resistant plant varieties. Pest control methods are selected to

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- [Home](https://lansugarden.org/) - Lan Su is #MoreThanAGarden! Discover a world of richly authentic Chinese culture at Lan Su Chinese Garden. Check out the latest cultural events, learn about exhibits on display, and other happenings. See what's in store at the Garden Shop and what's brewing at Yun Shui Teahouse.
- [Volunteer Application Thank you](https://lansugarden.org/volunteer-application-thank-you/) - Thank You! Your Volunteer Application Has Been Submitted We’ve received your application to volunteer at Lan Su Chinese Garden. We appreciate your interest in supporting our community and programs.
- [Art](https://lansugarden.org/whats-on/art/) - Art at Lan Su Pictured: Roof Tiles by Ningshu Fang, displayed at Lan Su in May 2025. A variety of the artist's prints are regularly available in the Garden Shop. Coming Soon | Threading Together: Traditional AANHPI Attire Exhibit May 1 – June 21, 2026 Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month this May with "Threading Together"—an exhibit
- [Art Submission Thank you](https://lansugarden.org/art-submission-thank-you/) - Thank You! Your Art Submission Has Been Received We’ve received your submission to showcase your work at Lan Su Chinese Garden. Our team will review your information and get back to you if there’s a potential opportunity to collaborate.
- [Spring Appeal 2026](https://lansugarden.org/spring-appeal-2026/) - Your Gift Helps Culture Blossom! Your support during our Spring Appeal helps keep Lan Su strong and open for everyone. Help sustain a place of beauty, learning, and cultural connection where visitors can deepen their understanding of the world. Helpful Info Mailing address: 38 NW Davis Street, Suite 260, Portland, OR, 97209 Contact email: development@lansugarden.org
- [Cultural Programs](https://lansugarden.org/whats-on/cultural-programs/) - Upcoming Experiences Top Can't-Miss Festivals WINTER Lunar New Year & Lantern Viewing Evenings February 17 – March 8, 2026 Lan Su is home to the most iconic Lunar New Year celebration in the Pacific Northwest! Explore the garden adorned with dazzling lantern sculptures from China and take part in interactive cultural activities that bring the
- [Partner Inquiry Thank you](https://lansugarden.org/partner-inquiry-thank-you/) - Thank You! Your Partnership Inquiry Has Been Received We’ve received your inquiry about partnering on an event or program at Lan Su Chinese Garden. Our team will review your submission and get back to you soon to explore next steps.
- [Rent the Garden](https://lansugarden.org/visit/rentals/) - Make Lan Su Yours Discover the unique, breathtaking setting you've been looking for to enchant and inspire at your special event! See Pricing Request Rental Photographer credits: Mhari Scott, Shelley Peng Availability Lan Su Chinese Garden is available for rent outside of public admission hours. Peak season is June through September; Off-peak is October through
- [Garden Inquiry Thank you](https://lansugarden.org/garden-inquiry-thank-you/) - Thank You! Your Rental Inquiry Has Been Received We’ve received your request to rent the garden. Our events team will review your details and get back to you shortly with availability, pricing, and next steps.
- [Educators](https://lansugarden.org/learn-explore/educators/) - Educators Inspire wonder in young scholars with every visit! Plan a Tour K-12 School Tours Spark their curiosity early with an immersive cultural visit to Lan Su Chinese Garden! Choose between a self-led visit or a 45-60 minute educational tour led by a certified Lan Su Guide. See pricing and chaperone requirements below. Chaperone requirements:
- [Tours & Guides](https://lansugarden.org/visit/tours-guides/) - Tours & Guides Public Tours Private/Group Tours Virtual & Audio Tours K-12 School Tours Maps & Guides Guided Public Tours These tours are free with admission or membership. No registration is required—you may drop in anytime! Member-Exclusive Tours Did you know that Lan Su members get access to exclusive monthly curator tours? The events are
- [Tour Inquiry Thank you](https://lansugarden.org/tour-inquiry-thank-you/) - Thank You! Your Tour Inquiry Has Been Submitted. We’ve received your request, and our team will get back to you shortly.
- [Weekly Cultural Experiences](https://lansugarden.org/whats-on/weekly-cultural-experiences/) - Weekly Cultural Experiences The warmer months bring a variety of activities to the garden, including Tai Chi, Chinese conversation, live music, and more. All of the programs below are FREE with Lan Su membership or admission! 2026 Program Lineup Weiqi/Go Teaching & Demonstrating Third Sundays, 11 AM – 1 PM, April 19 – September 20 The
- [In the News](https://lansugarden.org/in-the-news/) - Lan Su Chinese Garden is consistently recognized as a top destination in Portland, Oregon for AANHPI culture, horticulture, events, and community.
- [Careers](https://lansugarden.org/careers/) - Careers Open Positions Teahouse Server This person will contribute to creating a welcoming and intentional space for contemplation, light dining, and the experience of authentic Chinese tea service. Please see the attachment below for full job description and instructions on how to apply. Yun Shui Teahouse Server Job DescriptionDownload Equal Opportunity Employer Lan Su Chinese
- [Weddings](https://lansugarden.org/visit/rentals/weddings/) - Weddings at Lan Su A world away—right here in Portland, OR An unforgettable destination-style wedding—no passport required. Let your love blossom at Lan Su Chinese Garden! Request Info See Pricing With winding walkways, a bridged lake, and open pavilions framing an exquisitely arranged landscape of plants, water, stone, architecture and poetry, Lan Su Chinese Garden
- [Contact](https://lansugarden.org/contact/) - Contact Us Have a Question? Check out our FAQs page for answers to common questions. Don't see your answer? Reach out via phone or email, and we'll be happy to help! Department contacts are listed below. See FAQs Garden Address 239 NW Everett StreetPortland, OR97209 Mailing Address 38 NW Davis Street, #260Portland, OR97209 Email info@lansugarden.org
- [What's On](https://lansugarden.org/whats-on/) - What's On Mùlán (木蘭): The Magnolia Festival Friday, March 20 through Sunday, April 26 This spring, let magnolias steal the spotlight. Wander through stunning floral displays, discover the flower's lasting meaning in Chinese art and literature, and enjoy seasonal tours and hands-on activities for all ages. Your inner scholar is calling—follow it to Lan Su! Explore Festival
- [Garden Shop](https://lansugarden.org/shop-dine/garden-shop/) - Garden Shop When you walk into the Garden Shop, you will find a wide array of carefully curated items. Our inventory changes regularly, so stop in often! In 2025, we worked with 80 local vendors, 40+ of whom identify as AANHPI. More than half of our local vendors are from Portland. Daily Hours Spring/Summer Hours:10:00
- [Yun Shui Teahouse](https://lansugarden.org/shop-dine/yun-shui-teahouse/) - Yun Shui Teahouse 雲水茶樓 Photo by Andie Petkus Sip, Savor, and Find Inspiration Savor small bites and freshly brewed teas prepared with traditional methods such as gaiwans. Yun Shui also offers a large selection of tea, teaware, and accessories to take a bit of Chinese tea culture home with you. View Spring Menu Discover our
- [Artist Membership](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/membership/artist-membership/) - Artist Membership Lan Su's Artist Membership provides benefits created specifically for creatives, including additional access to Lan Su, the ability to sell images of the garden, and invitations to events tailored for artists. Artist Member Benefits Join Now Artist Member Policies We ask all photographers, amateur and professional, to honor our policies when using Lan Su Chinese
- [Admission & Hours](https://lansugarden.org/visit/admission-hours/) - Admission & Hours Hours Spring/Summer Hours (March 21, 2026 – October 2026) 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM Last entry at 6:00 PM Fall/Winter Hours (October 2026 – March 2027) 10:00 AM – 4:30 PMLast entry at 4:00 PM Admission Rates Read Before Purchase: Important Policies All admission sales are final and nonrefundable. Admission sales are
- [Membership](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/membership/) - Lan Su is Better as a Member Get the most out of Lan Su as a member! Enjoy exciting benefits like free daily admission, special discounts, and exclusive events—all while supporting the place you treasure. Join Now Renew Membership Tiers & Benefits Compare our most popular memberships below, or choose one of these links to
- [FAQs](https://lansugarden.org/visit/faq/) - Frequently Asked Questions Visiting Info Visitor Etiquette Photography Membership Back to Top ↑ Visitor Etiquette Our visitors, staff, volunteers, contractors, and vendors have the right to an environment free from abusive, harassment, and/or threatening behavior, including unwanted advances, lewd or inappropriate touching, and the use of derogatory or offensive language. It is the expectation that
- [Community Discounts](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/membership/community-discounts/) - We’ve teamed up with nearby businesses to offer special discounts for our members so you can make the most of your visit to the neighborhood.
- [Mulan: The Magnolia Festival](https://lansugarden.org/whats-on/cultural-programs/mulan-magnolia-festival/) - Mùlán (木蘭): The Magnolia Festival March 20 – April 26, 2026 Mulan is more than the heroine of a Disney movie. In Chinese, mùlán (木蘭) is magnolia—a flower celebrated for its feminine beauty and strength, known for elegance with quiet courage. This spring, let magnolias steal the spotlight at Mùlán (木蘭): The Magnolia Festival at Lan Su.
- [Plants](https://lansugarden.org/whats-on/plants/) - Plants of Lan Su The plant collection at Lan Su presents hundreds of species that are native to China. It is home to more than fifty specimen trees, many rare and unusual shrubs and perennials, and curated collections of several significant species. Download Seasonal Guide See More Guides Plant Guides Download information about seasonal blooms,
- [Turn Your Ticket to Membership](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/membership/turn-your-ticket-to-membership/) - Turn Your Ticket Into a Membership! Loved your visit and want to keep coming back? Upload your receipt within 7 days to have your admission applied to becoming a Lan Su member. See member benefits chart Drag and drop or click to select a file. * Ticketed events admissions are not eligible. Submit Back to
- [Moon Gate Membership](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/membership/moon-gate-membership/) - Moon Gate Membership Moon Gate memberships are available for $20/year to Oregon & SW Washington families receiving public income-related assistance. Visit the Ticket Booth or apply below to get started! Moon Gate Membership Benefits What's Included Free admission for two cardholders Free admission for up to four children under 18 (per cardholder) Access to our
- [Donate](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/donate/) - Make a Gift Your generosity helps culture blossom at Lan Su. Your support helps sustain a place of beauty, learning, and cultural connection where visitors can deepen their understanding of the world. Helpful Info Mailing address: 38 NW Davis Street, Suite 260, Portland, OR, 97209 Contact email: development@lansugarden.org Federal Tax ID number (EIN): 93-1296840 Lan
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- [Board of Directors](https://lansugarden.org/board-of-directors/) - Board of Directors Helen Ying – President National Vice President, Chinese American Citizens Alliance David Chen – Vice President General Counsel, Central City Concern Ted Johnson – Secretary Retired Marketing CH2M; Owner, Catman Cellars Winery Devin Tau – Treasurer Filmmaker, No Sunrise Wasted Hande Buyuksahin Capstone Program Coordinator, Portland State University Ashley Fenker Chief Technology & Product Officer, Mindlink Resources Tony Fung 2nd Vice
- [Lunar New Year](https://lansugarden.org/lunar-new-year/) - Celebrate Lunar New Year 2026:Year of the HorseFebruary 17 – March 8, 2026Don’t miss the Pacific Northwest’s most iconic Lunar New Year celebration at Lan Su Chinese Garden! Enjoy days filled with family fun and evenings that light up the sky with dazzling entertainment. Come blaze into the Year of the Fire Horse with us!See
- [Chrysanthemum Festival](https://lansugarden.org/whats-on/cultural-programs/chrysanthemum-festival/) - Chrysanthemum Festival November 7-23, 2025 Step into autumn’s splendor as Lan Su Chinese Garden transforms with the colors and textures of chrysanthemums, honoring the flower’s central role in China’s Double Ninth Festival.Stroll among 100+ brilliant potted mums, cascading displays along the waterfall, and sweeping floral sculptures that transform the garden into a living gallery. Celebrate
- [Mid-Autumn Night Out](https://lansugarden.org/whats-on/cultural-programs/midautumn-festival/midautumn-night-out/) - Friday, September 26 – Sunday, September 28, 2025 | 7:30 – 9:30 PM Celebrate the magic of the Mid-Autumn Festival with an evening at Lan Su Chinese Garden. Savor traditional mooncakes and tea, snap photos with the Moon Goddess, write love notes, and more under the glow of illuminated lanterns. The night will be capped
- [Mid-Autumn Across Asia](https://lansugarden.org/whats-on/cultural-programs/midautumn-festival/midautumn-across-asia/) - Friday, September 26 – Sunday, September 28, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM Join us for a festive day at the garden as we celebrate Mid-Autumn traditions from China, Vietnam, and Japan through cultural activities, family-friendly fun, and hands-on experiences. Each visitor will receive a Mooncake Pass that can be redeemed for a special Mid-Autumn prize
- [Staff](https://lansugarden.org/staff/) - Meet Our Team Elizabeth Nye Executive Director Diane Chalmers Director of Human Resources hr@lansugarden.org Mary Hart Director of Finance & Operations accounting@lansugarden.org Dan Barbato Director of Facilities, Safety, and Security I speak Mandarin! 我會說普通話！ Venus Sun Senior Director of Experience I speak Mandarin! 我會說普通話！ Jesse Edwin Evans Director of Philanthropy development@lansugarden.org Josie Losh Curator of
- [Visit](https://lansugarden.org/visit/) - Visit Enter the Wonderland 入勝 Step inside Lan Su to instantly transport yourself across the world and through time to a Ming-dynasty style scholar garden. Discover a richly authentic Chinese culture with endless ways to expand your worldview. Get Admission See Visitor Etiquette Admission & Hours Tours & Guides What's On Shop & Dine Rentals
- [Reciprocal Admission](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/membership/reciprocal-admission/) - Reciprocal Admission Program Your Lan Su membership entitles you and 3 guests* to free admission at select partner organizations each month, all year long. Explore cultural destinations across the state with this incredible member perk! Memberships provide critical funding that allow each participating organization to further its mission. Join one (or more!) of the participating organizations to
- [Dongzhi](https://lansugarden.org/whats-on/cultural-programs/dongzhi/) - Celebrate Dongzhi (冬至 Winter Solstice)​Weekends from December 6-21, 2025Step into Portland’s only authentic Chinese garden transformed into a festive winter wonderland—adorned with glowing lanterns and twinkling lights. Celebrate Dongzhi (冬至, the Winter Solstice) with Asian Santa, live music, hands-on fun, and a dazzling lion dance.See below for the full lineup of activities! Daytime Festivities All
- [Winter Appeal 2025](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/winter-appeal-2025/) - Make a Year-End Gift Your support during our Winter Appeal helps keep Lan Su strong and open for everyone. As we enter our next chapter after our 25-year milestone, we are embracing a period of renewed energy, growth, and community connection. Your support today helps ensure a strong foundation for the years ahead. Every gift
- [Join & Give](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/) - Support more culture in our community. Admission only covers about half of what's needed to maintain Lan Su and deliver our carefully curated programs year-round. With your support, we can continue to serve as one of Portland's treasured cultural centers. Join Donate Volunteer Sponsorship Get your brand in front of thousands of locals and tourists
- [Who We Are](https://lansugarden.org/who-we-are/) - Who We Are Explore Lan Su Chinese Garden's Mission, Vision, and Values Mission Inspire, engage, educate The mission of Lan Su Chinese Garden is to cultivate an oasis of tranquil beauty and harmony to inspire, engage, and educate our global community in the appreciation of a richly authentic Chinese culture. Vision Value, celebrate, grow Lan
- [2025 AANHPI Heritage Month – Celebrate Our Stories!](https://lansugarden.org/aanhpi-heritage-month-celebrate-our-stories/) - AANHPI Heritage Month – Celebrate Our Stories! Join Lan Su to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month! In partnership with more than 20 local cultural organizations, performers, and artists, we explore the history, traditions, and arts that make up the rich cultural tapestry of AANHPI. Every May, we highlight the
- [Mid-Autumn Festival](https://lansugarden.org/whats-on/cultural-programs/midautumn-festival/) - Mid-Autumn Festival Friday, September 26 – Sunday, September 28, 2025 Friday, September 26 – Sunday, September 28, 2025 Join us for a brand new Mid-Autumn experience at Lan Su Chinese Garden this year! We’ve designed unique daytime and evening experiences, each filled with hands-on cultural activities and memorable moments for visitors of all ages. Check
- [Yuan Together: 25 Years of Lan Su](https://lansugarden.org/yuan-together-25-years-of-lan-su/) - Share Your Lan Su Memories Do you remember your first Lunar New Year? A school tour that inspired your career? Or maybe just that perfect spot that always pulls you in when you visit? We want to see your favorites! Submit your memories here for us to share, or post your throwback photos on social
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- [Community Partner Reflections](https://lansugarden.org/community-partner-reflections/) - Community Partner Reflections If you have photos or videos to share, please upload them here: Upload Now *You're welcome to let us know if you'd like to be credited when your content is used.
- [Special Discounts](https://lansugarden.org/special-discounts/) - Special Offer BOGO 50% Off Admission to Lan Su RCCC Special: BOGO 50% Off Admission to Lan Su Are you a badge holder for Rose City Comic Con? You don’t have to wait until the convention weekend to use your super powers... ...just show your RCCC badge and get 50% off a second admission when you purchase one admission
- [Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion](https://lansugarden.org/who-we-are/diversity-equity-inclusion/) - Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At Lan Su Chinese Garden, our mission is to cultivate an oasis of tranquil beauty and harmony to inspire, engage, and educate our global community in the appreciation of a richly authentic Chinese culture. This mission drives our daily activities and interactions, creating a
- [Educator Free Weeks](https://lansugarden.org/learn-explore/educators/educator-free-weeks/) - Educator Free Weeks July 27 – August 9, 2025 Welcome, Educators! Lan Su Chinese Garden is proud to partner with four other Portland-area museums to offer free admission and special programming for all Oregon and Washington educators from Sunday, July 27 through Saturday, August 9, 2025. If you are interested in one of the special
- [Moments & Memories](https://lansugarden.org/moments-and-memories/) - Lan Su Moments & Memories As we approach our milestone 25th anniversary on September 14, we invite you to share your old photos and videos that capture your favorite moments over the years. You can upload photos below for us to use and share, or simply tag us on social media with #LanSu25 and #YuanTogether:
- [Volunteer](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/volunteer/) - Volunteer Find the perfect volunteer role for you! Event & Activity Support + Be part of the team that delivers Lan Su's iconic cultural festivals and events! Support our Culture & Community team on a wide varieties of cultural programs, garden events, and iconic celebrations such as Lunar New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, and Lantern Viewing Evenings. This is
- [Shop & Dine](https://lansugarden.org/shop-dine/) - Shop & Dine Yun Shui Teahouse Top off your visit to Lan Su Chinese Garden with a stop at our teahouse for freshly brewed tea, small bites, and a selection of fine retail items. Tea With Us Garden Shop Explore meaningful souvenirs and gifts from local AANHPI artists as well as unique Chinese imports, all
- [Orchid Legacy Society](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/orchid-legacy-society/) - Orchid Legacy Society By making a gift to Lan Su Chinese Garden via your estate plan, you help maintain the plants, buildings, art and architectural details that make the garden beautiful. Your gift provides classes, tours and celebrations of Chinese culture for future generations. Here are some ways you can include Lan Su in your
- [Business Membership](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/membership/business-membership/) - Business Membership Happier Employees, Healthier Community This special membership tier is for local businesses that want to support their community while rewarding their employees with a unique perk. Benefits can be customized for your company or organization. Reach out and we would be happy to help! Contact Our Team Shared Membership Card Help your employees
- [Scholar Society](https://lansugarden.org/join-give/scholar-society/) - Scholar Society As a donor of the Scholar Society, you become part of a diverse group of generous supporters who genuinely believe in the mission of Lan Su Chinese Garden and its valued place in the community. Your gift ensures that the day-to-day operations, programming, and overall care of the garden are sustained so that
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## Floating Elements

- [Winter Hours](https://lansugarden.org/e-floating-buttons/winter-hours/) - Lan Su Chinese Garden is closed Thursday, Nov. 27. We will reopen Friday, Nov. 28, 10AM - 4:30PM. (Last entry 4PM)
- [Basic Announcement](https://lansugarden.org/e-floating-buttons/basic-announcement/) - SEASONAL HOURS CHANGE: The garden and teahouse will close at 4:30 PM as of Wednesday, Oct. 15. The last admission is at 4:00 PM.
- [Chrysanthemum Festival](https://lansugarden.org/e-floating-buttons/chrysanthemum-festival/) - Explore Chrysanthemum Festival through November 23! Plan Your Visit
- [Veteran's Day 2025](https://lansugarden.org/e-floating-buttons/veterans-day-2025/) - Free admission Tuesday, Nov. 11 for military families with ID; Use code VETSD or visit in-person. Get Admission
- [NOTGF 2025](https://lansugarden.org/e-floating-buttons/notgf-2025/) - Experience Nights of the Golden Flower this weekend! • Nov. 7-9, 5-7 PM Get Tickets
- [Early Bird Chrys Fest](https://lansugarden.org/e-floating-buttons/early-bird-chrys-fest/) - Save 15% now through Oct. 10 on Early Bird Tickets for Nights of the Golden Flower (Nov. 7-9) | Code: TAOYM Details
- [Carol Isaak Book Launch](https://lansugarden.org/e-floating-buttons/carol-isaak-book-launch/) - BOOK LAUNCH: "Seasons: Lan Su Garden" by Carol Isaak | Tuesday, Sept 16, 4-6 PM Get Tickets
- [$6 admission](https://lansugarden.org/e-floating-buttons/6-admission/) - SPECIAL OFFER: $6 retro admission September 13-14 for our 25th anniversary! Details
- [Early closure 9/12/25](https://lansugarden.org/e-floating-buttons/early-closure-9-12-25/) - EARLY CLOSURE: Lan Su will close early at 3 PM on Friday, September 12. Last entry is at 2:30 PM. See Events
- [Early Bird Mid-Autumn Night Out](https://lansugarden.org/e-floating-buttons/early-bird-mid-autumn-night-out/) - EARLY BIRD OFFER: Save $5 on Mid-Autumn Night Out tickets through August 24! More Details
- [Tastings cancelled 8/18/25](https://lansugarden.org/e-floating-buttons/tastings-cancelled-8-18-25/) - Note: All tea tastings for Monday, August 18, are cancelled due to instructor availability. Our team is contacting ticket purchasers.

## My Templates

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- [Day & Night Programs](https://lansugarden.org/?elementor_library=day-night-programs) - Celebrate Dongzhi (冬至 Winter Solstice)​Weekends from December 6-21, 2025Step into Portland’s only authentic Chinese garden transformed into a festive winter wonderland—adorned with glowing lanterns and twinkling lights. Celebrate Dongzhi (冬至, the Winter Solstice) with Asian Santa, live music, hands-on fun, and a dazzling lion dance.See below for the full lineup of activities! Daytime Festivities All
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- [Related posts](https://lansugarden.org/?elementor_library=related-posts) - Culture Spotlight Culture Spotlight: From Carp to Dragon: A Garden Reflection on Aspiration and Transformation Read More » April 16, 2026 Culture Spotlight Culture Spotlight: Are You a Pluviophile? Read More » March 26, 2026 Culture Spotlight Culture Spotlight: The Woman Who Reminds Me of Magnolias Read More » March 12, 2026
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- [The Events Calendar - Dynamic template](https://lansugarden.org/?elementor_library=the-events-calendar-dynamic-template) - « All Events This event has passed. postponed (DEMO) This event has been postponed. Your Events Calendar Template April 25 @ 8:03 PM $10 Spring always feels like a reset button at Lan Su. The ponds brighten, the plants stretch awake, and our koi residents begin cruising around again after what looks, frankly, like a
- [Dark Green Bar](https://lansugarden.org/?elementor_library=dark-green-bar) - SPECIAL OFFER: $6 retro admission September 13-14! Details
- [The Events Calendar - Starter](https://lansugarden.org/?elementor_library=the-events-calendar-starter) - « All Events This event has passed. postponed (DEMO) This event has been postponed. Your Events Calendar Template April 25 @ 8:03 PM $10 Categories: Demo Category Tags: demo-tag-1, demo-tag-2 Website: http://theeventscalendar.com John Doe 555-555-5555 View Organizer Website info@theeventscalendar.com Mock Venue 1005 S Michigan Ave Chicago, Illinois United States + Google Map 123-456-7890 View Venue

## Venues

- [Hollywood Theatre](https://lansugarden.org/venue/hollywood-theatre/)
- [Lan Su Office](https://lansugarden.org/venue/lan-su-office/)
- [38 Davis](https://lansugarden.org/venue/__trashed/)
- [Lan Su Chinese Garden](https://lansugarden.org/venue/lan-su-chinese-garden/) - Much more than just a beautiful botanical garden, Lan Su is a creative wonder — a powerfully inspiring experience based on a 2,000-year-old Chinese tradition that melds art, history, architecture, design, and nature in perfect harmony. Offering more than 500 cultural and botanical programs each year, Lan Su is a window into authentic Chinese culture and
- [Lan Su Chinese Garden](https://lansugarden.org/venue/)
- [Lan Su Annex](https://lansugarden.org/venue/)

## Organizers

- [Lan Su Chinese Garden](https://lansugarden.org/organizer/lan-su-chinese-garden/) - Much more than just a beautiful botanical garden, Lan Su is a creative wonder — a powerfully inspiring experience based on a 2,000-year-old Chinese tradition that melds art, history, architecture, design, and nature in perfect harmony. Offering more than 500 cultural and botanical programs each year, Lan Su is a window into authentic Chinese culture and

## Events

- [Steep & Paint: Penjing with Nora Sherwood](https://lansugarden.org/event/steep-paint-penjing-with-nora-sherwood-2/) - Instructor | Tickets | Series Schedule | Parking Enjoy a blossom-filled afternoon at the beautiful Lan Su Chinese Garden with the return of Steep & Paint. With all materials provided and admission included, all you need to bring is yourself! We're bringing this series back by popular demand and newly reimagined in partnership with the Oregon Botanical Artists
- [AANHPI Heritage Month – Celebrate Our Stories!](https://lansugarden.org/event/aanhpi-heritage-month-celebrate-our-stories/) - Join Lan Su to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month! In partnership with more than 20 local cultural organizations, performers, and artists, we explore the history, traditions, and arts that make up the rich cultural tapestry of AANHPI. Every May, we highlight the stories, the culture, and the expressions of
- [Threading Together: AANHPI Traditional Attire Exhibit](https://lansugarden.org/event/threading-together-aanhpi-traditional-attire-exhibit/) - Regular hours: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM; Saturday, May 2 hours: 12:00-6:30 PM (Last entry at 6:00 PM daily) Clothing is a powerful expression of culture, reflecting history, identity, and tradition through form, color, and pattern. Threading Together brings together traditional attire from local AANHPI community members, each piece offering a window into lived experience
- [Threading Together Show & Tell: Japan](https://lansugarden.org/event/threading-together-show-tell-japan/) - Come join us for Threading Together Show & Tell, an interactive visitor experience that brings the stories behind traditional attire to life. This program is part of our Threading Together: AANHPI Traditional Attire Exhibit. On May 29, step into traditional Japanese style with Misao, Paula, and Masayo of the Portland Kimono Club. Explore the meaning,
- [Steep & Paint: Penjing with Nora Sherwood](https://lansugarden.org/event/steep-paint-penjing-with-nora-sherwood/) - Instructor | Tickets | Series Schedule | Parking Enjoy a blossom-filled afternoon at the beautiful Lan Su Chinese Garden with the return of Steep & Paint. With all materials provided and admission included, all you need to bring is yourself! We're bringing this series back by popular demand and newly reimagined in partnership with the Oregon Botanical Artists
- [Steep & Paint: Lotus with Robin Phillips Occhipinti](https://lansugarden.org/event/steep-paint-lotus-with-robin-phillips-occhipinti/) - This immersive afternoon experience invites you to connect with plants through tea, conversation, and hands-on art-making. Our August 28 Bamboo session with Robin Phillips Occhipinti will use graphite and colored pencil as the medium.
- [Steep & Paint: Lotus with Rhiannon Leonard](https://lansugarden.org/event/steep-paint-lotus-with-rhiannon-leonard/) - Back by popular demand, Steep & Paint returns reimagined with the Oregon Botanical Artists—an immersive afternoon of tea tasting, plant exploration, and guided botanical art.
- [Steep & Paint: Peony with Morgan McGuirk](https://lansugarden.org/event/steep-paint-peony-with-morgan-mcguirk-2/) - Instructor | Tickets | Series Schedule | Parking Enjoy a blossom-filled afternoon at the beautiful Lan Su Chinese Garden with the return of Steep & Paint. With all materials provided and admission included, all you need to bring is yourself! We're bringing this series back by popular demand and newly reimagined in partnership with the Oregon Botanical Artists
- [Steep & Paint: Peony with Rhiannon Leonard](https://lansugarden.org/event/steep-paint-peony-may-15/) - Back by popular demand, Steep & Paint returns reimagined with the Oregon Botanical Artists—an immersive afternoon of tea tasting, plant exploration, and guided botanical art.
- [Steep & Paint: Magnolia with Rhiannon Leonard](https://lansugarden.org/event/steep-paint-magnolia-april-24/) - This immersive afternoon experience invites you to slow down, look closely, and connect with plants through tea, conversation, and hands-on art-making. Our April 24 session with Rhiannon Leonard will use pencil, ink, and watercolors as the medium.
- [Cultural Immersion Saturday: China](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-immersion-saturday-china/) - Each Saturday in May highlights a unique AANHPI culture, with community partners taking the lead on experiences, performances, and vendors to showcase their heritage. Join us Saturday, May 23, as Oregon Chinese Coalition brings us a full day honoring and celebrating Chinese culture. Meet the Community Partner: The Oregon Chinese Coalition is a local Chinese organization dedicated
- [Cultural Immersion Saturday: Pacific Islanders](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-immersion-saturday-pacific-islanders/) - Each Saturday in May highlights a unique AANHPI culture, with community partners taking the lead on experiences, performances, and vendors to showcase their heritage. Join us Saturday, May 30, as Teva Oriata brings us a full day honoring and celebrating Pacific Islanders culture. Meet the Community Partner: Teva Oriata is a Tahitian dance school founded from Angie’s
- [Cultural Immersion Saturday: Vietnam](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-immersion-saturday-vietnam/) - Each Saturday in May highlights a unique AANHPI culture, with community partners taking the lead on experiences, performances, and vendors to showcase their heritage. Join us Saturday, May 9, as Vietnamese Community of Oregon brings us a full day honoring and celebrating Vietnamese culture. Meet the Community Partner: The Vietnamese community of Oregon embodies a story of
- [Cultural Immersion Saturday: India](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-immersion-saturday-india/) - Each Saturday in May highlights a unique AANHPI culture, with community partners taking the lead on experiences, performances, and vendors to showcase their heritage. Join us Saturday, May 16, as Kalabharathi School of Dance brings us a full day honoring and celebrating Indian culture. Meet the Community Partner: Kalabharathi School of Dance is a premier dance institution
- [Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon 臥虎藏龍 (35mm) - Benefit Screening at Hollywood Theatre](https://lansugarden.org/event/crouching-tiger-hidden-dragon-benefit-screening-at-hollywood-theatre/) - Hollywood Theatre presents a special screening of Ang Lee's "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" 臥虎藏龍 in support of Lan Su Chinese Garden this AANHPI Heritage Month. The evening features a special martial arts demonstration by Summit Wushu Academy.
- [Steep & Paint: Bamboo with Robin Phillips Occhipinti](https://lansugarden.org/event/steep-paint-bamboo-robin-phillips-occhipinti/) - This immersive afternoon experience invites you to connect with plants through tea, conversation, and hands-on art-making. Our August 28 Bamboo session with Robin Phillips Occhipinti will use graphite and colored pencil as the medium.
- [Mother’s Day Chinese Song Sing-a-long with Alan Liang](https://lansugarden.org/event/mothers-day-chinese-song-sing-a-long-with-alan-liang/) - Join Alan Liang for a joyful Mother’s Day Chinese music experience. Open to all, this welcoming program invites guests to celebrate through song, whether you would like to learn a Chinese song, a verse, or even just a single line with Alan. No language background is needed!
- [Mother’s Day Card Making with Oregon Chinese Coalition ](https://lansugarden.org/event/mothers-day-card-making-with-oregon-chinese-coalition/) - Create a handmade Mother’s Day card with thoughtful touches to share love and appreciation. Hosted with Oregon Chinese Coalition, this drop-in activity is welcoming for guests of all ages.
- [Floral Surprise: Corsage-Making](https://lansugarden.org/event/floral-surprise-corsage-making/) - Join Michael Martin of Blossom Bar for a cheerful hands-on corsage-making activity inspired by the beauty of spring. Create something fresh and lovely to wear or gift in celebration of Mother’s Day.
- [Floral Polaroid Photo Op](https://lansugarden.org/event/floral-polaroid-photo-op/) - Capture a beautiful Mother’s Day moment beneath a spring floral arch created by Michael Martin of Blossom Bar. Take home an instant Polaroid keepsake from your day at Lan Su.
- [Blooms for Mom: Mother’s Day Plant Sale](https://lansugarden.org/event/blooms-for-mom-mothers-day-plant-sale/) - Shop a special selection of rare and unique plants, floral merchandise, and the beloved Camellia sinensis — the remarkable plant that gives us tea.
- [Mother’s Day Tea Tasting (3:30 PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/mothers-day-tea-tasting-330-pm/) - Mother’s Day Tea Tasting Ticket Tickets Tea Master Parking & Directions Sunday, May 10 | 12:00 PM & 2:30 PM & 3:30 PM This special experience is sure to make her feel like royalty. Join Lan Su Tea Master Hannah Ma for an intimate small-group tea tasting exploring the history and stories behind three single-origin
- [Mother’s Day Tea Tasting (2:30 PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/mothers-day-tea-tasting-230-pm/) - Mother’s Day Tea Tasting Ticket Tickets Tea Master Parking & Directions Sunday, May 10 | 12:00 PM & 2:30 PM & 3:30 PM This special experience is sure to make her feel like royalty. Join Lan Su Tea Master Hannah Ma for an intimate small-group tea tasting exploring the history and stories behind three single-origin
- [Mother’s Day Tea Tasting (12 PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/mothers-day-tea-tasting-12-pm/) - Mother’s Day Tea Tasting Ticket Tickets Tea Master Parking & Directions Sunday, May 10 | 12:00 PM & 2:30 PM & 3:30 PM This special experience is sure to make her feel like royalty. Join Lan Su Tea Master Hannah Ma for an intimate small-group tea tasting exploring the history and stories behind three single-origin
- [Fleet Week: Free Admission for Active Military](https://lansugarden.org/event/fleet-week-free-admission-for-active-military/) - In honor of Portland Rose Festival Fleet Week, Lan Su Chinese Garden welcomes active military and service members to enjoy free admission from June 3–7, 2026 with a valid military ID.
- [Steep & Paint: Magnolia with Amy O'Neill](https://lansugarden.org/event/steep-paint-magnolia-april-10/) - Instructor | Tickets | Series Schedule | Parking Enjoy a blossom-filled afternoon at the beautiful Lan Su Chinese Garden with the return of Steep & Paint. With all materials provided and admission included, all you need to bring is yourself! We're bringing this series back by popular demand and newly reimagined in partnership with the Oregon Botanical Artists
- [Chinese Song Sing Along](https://lansugarden.org/event/chinese-song-sing-along-2/2026-05-10/) - Sing, play, and explore Chinese music with Alan in an enjoyable and accessible session on Sundays. 3:00 – 4:00 AM | Sundays, May 10 – September 27, 2026 Join Alan for an enjoyable and accessible Chinese music experience! If you love music and are eager to try something new, you are warmly invited to learn
- [Taste of Home, Where the Heart Belongs — Chinese Homestyle Cooking Demonstration](https://lansugarden.org/event/chinese-homestyle-cooking-demonstration/2026-06-13/) - Explore the flavors of home with culinary expert Anna in a Chinese cooking demonstration featuring simple, authentic dishes. 11 AM – 12:30 PM | Every 2nd Saturday, May 23 – December 12, 2026 Food in Chinese culture is more than nourishment—it is culture, history, and a vital medium for social connection, care, and love. It plays
- [Music in The Garden](https://lansugarden.org/event/live-chinese-music-in-the-garden/2026-04-24/) - Enjoy the gentle sounds of live Chinese music on traditional instruments such as erhu, ruan qin, and pipa. Noon – 3 PM | Fridays, April 24 – September 25, 2026 As you stroll the garden pathways, enjoy traditional Chinese music of erhu or guzheng by Lan Su musicians. The erhu is a bowed, two-stringed Chinese
- [Chinese Conversation Corner](https://lansugarden.org/event/chinese-conversation-corner-2/2026-05-03/) - Brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of native speakers from Oregon Chinese Coalition. 2–4 PM | Sundays, May 3 – September 27, 2026 Practice your Mandarin skills with volunteers from the Oregon Chinese Coalition! Learn useful phrases and words in Mandarin and brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of
- [Tai Chi Fundamentals](https://lansugarden.org/event/tai-chi-fundamentals-2/2026-05-03/) - Get moving with a beginner Tai Chi class by Many Roads Martial Arts Center on Sundays. 10:30 – 11:30 AM | Sundays, May 3 – October 25, 2026 Many Roads Martial Arts Center is offering an introductory Tai Chi class at Lan Su on Sundays at 10:30AM. This class will introduce the fundamental principles of Tai Chi
- [Wild Goose Qigong](https://lansugarden.org/event/wild-goose-qigong-2/2026-05-01/) - Join Wen Wu School Portland for weekly Wild Goose Qigong practice, including tai chi warm-ups, acupressure self-massage, and walking meditation. 11 AM – Noon |Fridays, May 1 – October 30, 2026 Join Wen Wu School Portland in exploring Dayan, or Wild Goose Qigong, an ancient Chinese movement art developed to promote health, well-being, and longevity.
- [Weiqi/Go Teaching and Demonstrating](https://lansugarden.org/event/weiqi-go-teaching-and-demonstrating-3/2026-04-19/) - The Portland Go Club provides interactive teachings on the rules, strategies, and history of Weiqi. 11 AM – 1 PM | Every 3rd Sunday, April 19 – September 20, 2026 Weiqi, also known as Go, holds the distinction of being the oldest continuously played strategy game globally, with origins dating back at least 3,500 years. While
- [Calligraphy Demo](https://lansugarden.org/event/calligraphy-demo-2/2026-04-28/) - Enjoy expert demonstrations and gain insights into the beauty and history of calligraphy. 12 – 2 PM | Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 28 – September 29, 2026 Experience the harmony of calligraphy and other art forms. Enjoy expert demonstrations and insights into the beauty and history of calligraphy. Drop in anytime during the Calligraphy Demo. Get Admission Parking
- [FREE Face Painting with Strawberry Paint Shop](https://lansugarden.org/event/free-face-painting-with-adrienne-hentschel-of-strawberry-paint-shop/) - Bring the kids to Lan Su this Easter weekend for a little extra springtime fun! On Saturday, April 4 only, visitors can enjoy free face painting during your visit to the garden. It’s a fun bonus for families exploring the beauty of the season at Lan Su.
- [Weekly Member Hour](https://lansugarden.org/event/weekly-member-hour-3/2025-12-03/) - Members and their guests are invited to enjoy an exclusive hour in the garden in the early evening glow.
- [Steep & Paint: Lotus with Zebith Thalden](https://lansugarden.org/event/steep-paint-lotus-zebith-thalden/) - This immersive afternoon experience invites you to connect with plants through tea, conversation, and hands-on art-making. Our August 14 Lotus session with Zebith Thalden will use colored pencils as the medium.
- [Steep & Paint](https://lansugarden.org/event/steep-paint/2026-09-11/) - Back by popular demand, Steep & Paint returns reimagined with the Oregon Botanical Artists—an immersive afternoon of tea tasting, plant exploration, and guided botanical art.
- [Garden Tea Tastings with Hannah Ma (3 PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/garden-tea-tasting-3pm/2026-05-01/) - Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by tea master Hannah Ma. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
- [Garden Tea Tasting with Hannah Ma (1 PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/garden-tea-tasting-1pm-may/2026-05-01/) - Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by tea master Hannah Ma. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
- [Floral Artist Meet & Greet / Demo](https://lansugarden.org/event/floral-artist-meet-greet-demo/2026-03-21/) - Watch floral artistry in action and learn from our partnering artist, Lauren Say.
- [Magnolia Walk in the Garden](https://lansugarden.org/event/magnolia-walk-in-the-garden/2026-03-22/) - Join a Lan Su gardener for a guided Magnolia Festival stroll through the garden, exploring beautiful magnolia varieties and their history, symbolism, and botanical features. The walk includes a look at Fengchun (__ ÒPhoenix of SpringÓ), a magnolia tree chosen by Lan Su's original Suzhou landscape architect, He Fengchun, when the garden first opened.
- [Magnolia Coloring Corner](https://lansugarden.org/event/magnolia-coloring-corner/2026-03-20/) - Enjoy a drop-in, family-friendly craft activity inspired by magnolia. Enjoy at your own pace and take a unique piece of art home with you!
- [Magnolia Floral Showcase](https://lansugarden.org/event/magnolia-floral-showcase/2026-03-21/) - Enjoy large-scale magnolia installations throughout the garden, along with interpretive displays featuring educational posters, huayi floral pieces, and a magnolia penjing. 
- [Magnolia Cultivation Talks](https://lansugarden.org/event/magnolia-cultivation-talks/2028-04-11/) - Hear from a Lan Su horticulturist how to best cultivate magnolias in the landscape. Get an insider perspective on our favorite specimens and learn how to maintain them for health and beauty for years to come.
- [*Sensory Friendly* Music + Lantern Viewing Night](https://lansugarden.org/event/music-lantern-viewing-night-sensory-friendly/) - Enjoy the nighttime glow of the garden, free from any performances. KultureCity Sensory Bags will be available.
- [Garden Tea Tastings with Hannah Ma (1 PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/garden-tea-tasting-1pm/2026-03-21/) - Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by tea master Hannah Ma. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
- [Garden Tea Tastings with Hannah Ma (11 AM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/garden-tea-tasting-11am/2026-03-21/) - Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by tea master Hannah Ma. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
- [Family Craft Activities](https://lansugarden.org/event/family-craft-activities-3/2026-02-21/) - Explore traditional art forms and cultural symbols through fun, interactive projects. From folding simple paper lanterns to creating vibrant Nian Hua (年畫) woodblock prints, each session offers a way to bring a piece of the celebration home to share and display.
- [Family Craft Activities](https://lansugarden.org/event/family-craft-activities-2/2026-02-21/) - Explore traditional art forms and cultural symbols through fun, interactive projects. From folding simple paper lanterns to creating vibrant Nian Hua (年畫) woodblock prints, each session offers a way to bring a piece of the celebration home to share and display.
- [Lantern Viewing Dragon + Light Show (7:30PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/lantern-viewing-dragon-light-show-730pm-2/2026-02-25/) - Ring in the Lunar New Year the Chinese way—with dazzling light, roaring dragons, and the magic of spring arriving in a classical Chinese garden.
- [#PlantWednesday Spotlight](https://lansugarden.org/event/plant-wednesday-spotlight/2025-01-01/) - Join our horticulture team every Wednesday for a tour diving into a plant in its peak, gardening tips, and more.
- [#PlantWednesday Spotlight: Discovering Bamboo: What Makes This Plant So Remarkable](https://lansugarden.org/event/plantwednesday-spotlight-discovering-bamboo-what-makes-this-plant-so-remarkable-2/) - Join our horticulture team every Wednesday for a tour diving into a plant in its peak, gardening tips, and more.
- [#PlantWednesday Spotlight: Discovering Bamboo: What Makes This Plant So Remarkable](https://lansugarden.org/event/plantwednesday-spotlight-discovering-bamboo-what-makes-this-plant-so-remarkable/) - Join our horticulture team every Wednesday for a tour diving into a plant in its peak, gardening tips, and more.
- [#PlantWednesday Spotlight: Discovering Bamboo: What Makes This Plant So Remarkable](https://lansugarden.org/event/plantwednesday-spotlight-3/2026-03-11/) - Join our horticulture team every Wednesday for a tour diving into a plant in its peak, gardening tips, and more.
- [Martial Arts Demo - Many Roads Martial Arts Center](https://lansugarden.org/event/martial-art-demo-many-roads-martial-art-center/2026-02-22/) - Watch an exciting demonstration by skilled local martial artists from Many Roads Martial Arts Center. From self-defense to personal wellness, this ancient art offers long-term physical and mental health benefits including strength, flexibility, balance, memory, and focus. No registration needed—just drop in and check it out! Admission Rates | Parking & Directions | More FAQs
- [Mini Horse Meet & Greet](https://lansugarden.org/event/mini-horse-meet-greet/2026-02-20/) - Meet miniature horses at Lan Su Chinese Garden for a hands-on Year of the Horse experience. Pet, take photos, and enjoy a gentle, family-friendly introduction to these beloved zodiac animals—perfect for young children and Lunar New Year memories.
- [Lantern Viewing Dragon + Light Show (5:30PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/lantern-viewing-dragon-light-show-530pm/2026-02-18/) - Ring in the Lunar New Year the Chinese way—with dazzling light, roaring dragons, and the magic of spring arriving in a classical Chinese garden.
- [Lantern Viewing Dragon + Light Show (7:30PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/lantern-viewing-dragon-light-show-730pm/2026-02-18/) - Ring in the Lunar New Year the Chinese way—with dazzling light, roaring dragons, and the magic of spring arriving in a classical Chinese garden.
- [Cultural Performance - Palisades World Language School](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-performance-palisades-world-language-school/) - Enjoy an elegant and energetic performance by Bluebell Dance Team, bringing joy, cultural pride, and festive spirit to the garden.
- [Lunar New Year Opening Day](https://lansugarden.org/event/lunar-new-year-opening-day/) - Kick off Lunar New Year at Lan Su with a packed day of fun cultural traditions for the whole family! We're starting the Year of the Horse in style, with mini horses, a lion dance, calligraphy and more to help you welcome a fresh year and prosperous energy. Come celebrate Lunar New Year at Lan
- [#PlantWednesday Spotlight: Mosses, Liverworts, and Lichens](https://lansugarden.org/event/plantwednesday-spotlight/) - Join our horticulture team every Wednesday for a tour diving into a plant in its peak, gardening tips, and more.
- [#PlantWednesday Spotlight: Mosses, Liverworts, and Lichens](https://lansugarden.org/event/plantwednesday-spotlight-2/) - Join our horticulture team every Wednesday for a tour diving into a plant in its peak, gardening tips, and more.
- [Intangible Cultural Heritage Artists at Lan Su](https://lansugarden.org/event/intangible-cultural-heritage-artists-at-lan-su/) - Nationally recognized inheritors of China’s intangible cultural heritage present living folk traditions seldom seen outside China. These master artists—whose works are collected by major museums and celebrated around the world—will create each piece live before your eyes. Enjoy tastings, demonstrations, and close-up conversations with the grand masters.
- [Cultural Performance - Hua Yun Art Group](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-performance-hua-yun-art-group/) - Join us for a free performance by Hua Yun Art Group as they share the beauty of Chinese culture through artistic movement. Admission Rates | Parking & Directions | More FAQs Meet Hua Yun Art Group Northwest Chinese Alliance (NWCA) is an all-volunteer organization founded in 2010 whose vision is to use the best of
- [Cultural Performance - Chinese Friendship Association of Portland](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-performance-chinese-friendship-association-of-portland/) - Enjoy a free performance by Chinese Friendship Association of Portland as they bring traditional Chinese and other dance styles together. Admission Rates | Parking & Directions | More FAQs Meet Chinese Friendship Association of Portland The Chinese Friendship Association of Portland, founded in 1993, is a community-based nonprofit dedicated to fostering cultural understanding in Oregon.
- [Family Craft Activities](https://lansugarden.org/event/family-craft-activities/) - Celebrate Lunar New Year with hands-on creativity the whole family can enjoy! Our Family Craft Activities invite kids and adults alike to explore traditional art forms and cultural symbols through fun, interactive projects. For opening day, we're diving into the gardens of Suzhou with beautiful stamps sent from our sister city. Choose your favorite and
- [Cultural Performance - Bluebell Dance Team 蓝风铃舞蹈队](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-performance-bluebell-dance-team/) - Enjoy an elegant and energetic performance by Bluebell Dance Team, bringing joy, cultural pride, and festive spirit to the garden.
- [Feng Shui for a Lucky New Year](https://lansugarden.org/event/feng-shui-for-a-lucky-new-year/2026-01-16/) - Fridays, January 16, 23, & 30 | 12:00–1:00 PM | Free with admission or membership Join Gwynne of 10,000 Blessings Feng Shui and prepare for an auspicious new year! Learn Feng Shui techniques to invite fresh energy and support a calm mind, body, and spirit in the forthcoming fast and furious year of the Fire
- [Crab-Claw Narcissus Bulb Carving Workshop](https://lansugarden.org/event/crab-claw-narcissus-bulb-carving-workshop/) - Learn how to carve a Crab-Claw Narcissus bulb that you can take home and see bloom for Lunar New Year. Your ticket also includes garden admission for the day!
- [Chinese Calligraphy](https://lansugarden.org/event/chinese-calligraphy/) - Calligraphy is a revered art form that has existed for thousands of years and is considered a high art in Chinese culture. To welcome Year of the Horse, drop in anytime during the scheduled demonstrations to learn more about this art and watch calligraphers share techniques of this ancient practice. Admission Rates | Parking &
- [Cultural Performance - Vancouver Jasmine Dance Troupe](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-performance-vancouver-jasmine-dance-troupe/) - Enjoy a free performance by Vancouver Jasmine Dance Troupe as they bring traditional Chinese and other dance styles together. Admission Rates | Parking & Directions | More FAQs Meet Vancouver Jasmine Dance Troupe The Vancouver Jasmine Dance Troupe is a Vancouver, Washington based dance group. It has become a locally popular ambassador promoting the depth
- [New Year Storytime](https://lansugarden.org/event/new-year-storytime/2026-02-21/) - Have you ever wondered why Chinese people display red items and set off fireworks during Lunar New Year? Join a Lan Su storyteller for a fun Lunar New Year storytime for the whole family, with lively storytelling and playful puppets that spark imagination and bring the stories to life! Suitable for all ages. Admission Rates
- [Cultural Performance - International School of Portland Chinese Track](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-performance-international-school-of-portland-chinese-track/) - Join the students of the International School of Portland's Chinese Track as they demonstrate various art forms and cultural traditions. Admission Rates | Parking & Directions | More FAQs Meet International School of Portland International School of Portland has provided full language and cultural immersion since 1990, offering three complete immersion programs—Chinese, Japanese, and Spanish—under
- [Lion Dance Performance (1:00 PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/lion-dance-performance-1pm/2026-02-21/) - Enjoy Southern-style lion dance performances by Portland Lee’s Association and White Lotus Foundation as playful lions roam Lan Su, spreading good fortune for all ages
- [Lion Dance Performance (3:00 PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/lion-dance-performance-3pm/2026-02-21/) - Enjoy Southern-style lion dance performances by Portland Lee’s Association and White Lotus Foundation as playful lions roam Lan Su, spreading good fortune for all ages
- [Cultural Performance - Mulan Drum Team](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-performance-mulan-drum-team/) - Don't miss the Oregon Chinese Coalition's Mulan Drum Team (木兰鼓队)—an all-female group of powerful musicians celebrating Chinese culture through sound and rhythm. Admission Rates | Parking & Directions | More FAQs Meet Mulan Drum Team The Mulan Drum Team is an all-women drumming group comprised of community members from diverse backgrounds. They come together to
- [Cultural Performance - Portland Chinese Dance Troupe](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-performance-portland-chinese-dance-troupe/) - Join us for a free performance by Portland Chinese Dance Troupe (PCDT) as they share the beauty of Chinese culture through artistic movement. Admission Rates | Parking & Directions | More FAQs Meet Portland Chinese Dance Troupe The Portland Chinese Dance Troupe was founded in 2003 as a recreational dance group. All ladies in the
- [Music + Lantern Viewing Night](https://lansugarden.org/event/music-lantern-viewing-night/2026-03-04/) - Enjoy an enchanting lantern-lit evening accompanied by live Chinese music, perfect for those who love the garden’s nighttime glow at a slower, more intimate pace.
- [Cultural Performance - Vietnamese Community Of Clark County](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-performance-vietnamese-community-of-clark-county/) - Enjoy a free performance by the Vietnamese Community Of Clark County's dance team. Admission Rates | Parking & Directions | More FAQs Meet Vietnamese Community Of Clark County Vietnamese Community of Clark County is a non-profit voluntary organization that provides variety programs for the people in Clark County. It was established in 1992 to help
- [Cultural Performance - YZ Dance Academy](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-performance-yz-dance-academy/) - Enjoy a free performance by YZ Dance Academy, specializing in various Chinese dance styles as well as jazz and modern dance. Admission Rates | Parking & Directions | More FAQs Meet YZ Dance Academy YZ Dance Academy primarily offers dance training for different age groups, including a 4-5 year-old beginner class, a 6-9 year-old children's
- [Cultural Performance - MeiGui Wellness Choir](https://lansugarden.org/event/cultural-performance-meigui-wellness-choir/) - Bring beautiful melodies into your Lunar New Year celebration with MeiGui Wellness Choir! The group's repertoire centers on Chinese musical heritage, particularly Chinese folk songs. They are led by Music Director Rongrong Wang (王荣荣) and Choir Conductor Dr. Melody Qianwen Cen (岑倩文博士). No RSVP required—just show up and enjoy the music! Admission Rates | Parking
- [Artist Member Hour](https://lansugarden.org/event/artist-member-hour-5/2026-01-06/) - Bring your easel, tripod, or other tools of choice for creative time in the garden.
- [Meet Asian Santa](https://lansugarden.org/event/meet-asian-santa/2025-12-06/) - Enjoy a unique cross-cultural holiday experience with Asian Santa!
- [Dongzhi: A Chinese Holiday Party](https://lansugarden.org/event/dongzhi-a-chinese-holiday-party-3/2025-12-12/) - Celebrate the Winter Solstice with Asian Santa and family fun that blends cultural traditions with holiday cheer.
- [Weekly Member Hour](https://lansugarden.org/event/weekly-member-hour-2/2025-10-08/) - Members and their guests are invited to enjoy an exclusive hour in the garden in the early evening glow.
- [Warm Hearts, Warm Ears: The Story of Dumplings](https://lansugarden.org/event/warm-hearts-warm-ears-the-story-of-dumplings/2025-12-13/) - At the Lan Su Chinese Garden Dongzhi celebration, uncover the tale of compassion and cleverness wrapped inside every dumpling.
- [Holiday Shopping: Member Preview Night](https://lansugarden.org/event/holiday-shopping-member-preview-night/) - Experience a members-only holiday shopping night featuring specially curated halls, first-look exclusive merchandise across the garden, and 20% discount.
- [Holiday Shopping Pop-Ups](https://lansugarden.org/event/holiday-shopping-pop-ups/) - Explore themed shopping rooms—Lounge, Scholar’s, and Four-Sided—each offering brand-new merchandise revealed for the first time during this garden-wide experience! Four-Sided Hall: Celebrate Culture Location: Hall of Brocade Clouds Cookbooks and kitchenware, local art, greeting cards, mid-range jewelry, hair accessories, and more! Lounge Hall: Celebrate Family Location: Reflections in Clear Ripples Toys, books, stuffies, puzzles, games,
- [Nourishing the Body and Mind: Tea Chat with Tea Master Eric](https://lansugarden.org/event/nourishing-the-body-and-mind-tea-chat-with-tea-master-eric/2025-12-13/) - This season let's step into Lan Su to experience the gentle side of winter. Discover how ancient Chinese scholars cultivated health and happiness with tea.
- [Scholar’s Centerpiece: Exploring Qing Gong (清供)](https://lansugarden.org/event/scholars-centerpiece-exploring-qing-gong-清供/2025-12-14/) - his display is a collection of scholarly and aesthetic items that someone in their peak years would have been proud of. Lan Su’s Curator of Horticulture, Josie, will be explaining the intention behind the elements included.
- [Scent and Seal: An Incense Art Experience (打香篆)](https://lansugarden.org/event/scent-and-seal-an-incense-art-experience-打香篆/2025-12-14/) - Using special tools, participants gently smooth the ash and press a mold to create intricate incense patterns. The process is both calming and creative. Join us to discover how Chinese scholars transformed this simple ritual into a moment of peace and inspiration.
- [Autumn Tea Tasting (3 PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/autumn-tea-tasting-3-pm/2025-10-04/) - Taste three seasonal teas, learn traditional brewing techniques, and dive into centuries of tea culture.
- [Autumn Tea Tasting (1 PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/autumn-tea-tasting-1-pm/2025-10-04/) - Taste three seasonal teas, learn traditional brewing techniques, and dive into centuries of tea culture.
- [Autumn Tea Tasting (11 AM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/autumn-tea-tasting-11-am/2025-10-04/) - Taste three seasonal teas, learn traditional brewing techniques, and dive into centuries of tea culture.
- [Floral Design Showcase](https://lansugarden.org/event/floral-design-showcase/2025-11-07/) - Discover stories of creativity and passion with stunning chrysanthemum displays crafted by more than 20 local floral designers.
- [Make Your Own Chrysanthemum Wind Chime](https://lansugarden.org/event/make-your-own-chrysanthemum-wind-chime-2/2025-11-09/) - Stop by this drop-in craft station to design your own chrysanthemum-inspired wind chime to take home.
- [Chinese Floral Art Foundation Workshop: Holiday Arrangement](https://lansugarden.org/event/chinese-floral-art-foundation-workshop/) - Rosa Zee of the Chinese Floral Arts Foundation will lead this workshop for a beautiful arrangement you can take home and share for the holidays. Go beyond the basics of Chinese floral tradition and learn how every bit of this art form is imbued in symbolism and scholarly habit.
- [Mums of Lan Su Plant  Tour ](https://lansugarden.org/event/mums-of-lan-su-plant-tour/2025-11-08/) - This walking tour will showcase the highlights of our mum collection and teach visitors the importance of chrysanthemums to Chinese culture.
- [Write Like a Scholar: The Character for “Chrysanthemum” 菊](https://lansugarden.org/event/write-like-a-scholar-chrysanthemum-character/2025-11-08/) - Learn how to hold a traditional calligraphy brush and write the character 菊 (jú), meaning chrysanthemum, one stroke at a time.
- [Growing Mums Talk & Tour](https://lansugarden.org/event/growing-mums/2025-11-09/) - Join a behind-the-scenes tour with one of Lan Su’s gardeners to discover how chrysanthemums are grown, styled, and transformed into the stunning displays featured throughout the garden.
- [#PlantWednesday: Chrysanthemums](https://lansugarden.org/event/plantwed/) - Learn how they’re propagated, grown and prepared for display as well as why they’re still a revered flower and symbol of the fall season in Chinese culture.
- [#PlantWednesday: Chrysanthemums](https://lansugarden.org/event/plantwednesday-chrysanthemums/2025-11-05/) - Learn how they’re propagated, grown and prepared for display as well as why they’re still a revered flower and symbol of the fall season in Chinese culture.
- [Chinese Floral Art Foundation Demo: Chrysanthemums in Chinese Floral Art ](https://lansugarden.org/event/chinese-floral-art-foundation-demo-chrysanthemums-in-chinese-floral-art/) - Join Rosa Zee and Vivian Chan of the Chinese Floral Art Foundation to get a deeper understanding of the many styles of arrangement chrysanthemums can be used in Chinese floral art tradition.
- [*SOLD OUT* Dried Flower Wreath Workshop](https://lansugarden.org/event/dried-flower-wreath-workshop/) - Participants will be provided all materials necessary and guided through creating their own 100% locally grown 10" dried flower wreath, perfect for the holiday season.
- [Floral Crown Demo with Annie Chen](https://lansugarden.org/event/annie-chen-floral-demo/) - Join Annie Chen for a demo on creating floral crowns — perfect for festivals, events, or simply adding a touch of floral flair to your everyday look.
- [Nights of the Golden Flower](https://lansugarden.org/event/nights-of-the-golden-flower/2025-11-07/) - Discover stories of creativity and passion with stunning chrysanthemum displays crafted by more than a dozen local floral designers.
- [Weekly Member Hour](https://lansugarden.org/event/weekly-member-hour/2025-06-04/) - Members and their guests are invited to enjoy an exclusive hour in the garden in the early evening glow.
- [Golden Hour: Shanghai Jazz Night](https://lansugarden.org/event/golden-hour-shanghai-jazz-night/) - Step into 1920s Shanghai for a night of live jazz, stunning Qipao fashion, and speakeasy-style fun in the garden.
- [What's The Tea? Sensory Activity](https://lansugarden.org/event/whats-the-tea-sensory-activity/2025-10-05/) - Become a tea detective at Lan Su Chinese Garden! Use your nose and hands to smell, touch, and determine which teas are hiding in the scholar’s stash.
- [Summer FUNgarden](https://lansugarden.org/event/summer-fungarden/2025-06-13/) - Explore Lan Su in joyful, hands-on, and thoughtful ways this summer like hands-on crafts and games.
- [Catch a Koi! Plushie Shop](https://lansugarden.org/event/catch-a-koi-plushie-shop/2025-06-14/) - Awaken your sense of wonder with this interactive experience where you get to catch a new finned friend!
- [Blossom & Bounty: AANHPI Summer Market](https://lansugarden.org/event/blossom-bounty-aanhpi-summer-market/2025-06-22/) - Explore a rotating lineup of local AANHPI businesses, creatives, cultural organizations, and more. Every Sunday also features live music and free activities like henna and roller skating.
- [Summer Tea Tasting (3 PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/summer-tea-tasting-3pm/2025-06-30/) - Taste three seasonal teas, learn traditional brewing techniques, and dive into centuries of tea culture.
- [Summer Tea Tasting (1 PM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/summer-tea-tasting-1pm/2025-06-30/) - Taste three seasonal teas, learn traditional brewing techniques, and dive into centuries of tea culture.
- [Summer Tea Tasting (11 AM)](https://lansugarden.org/event/summer-tea-tasting-11am/2025-06-30/) - Taste three seasonal teas, learn traditional brewing techniques, and dive into centuries of tea culture.
- [Cloud & Water Happy Hour](https://lansugarden.org/event/cloud-water-happy-hour/2025-07-16/) - Sip, wander, and unwind in the garden's evening glow with special offers on admission and beverages.
- [Golden Hour: Cosplay Universe](https://lansugarden.org/event/golden-hour-cosplay-universe/) - Step into a nerdy dreamscape where Lan Su becomes your cosplay playground! Cosplay Contest – Show off your best look (all genres welcome: comics, anime, manga, video games, film) Anime Screenings – Catch fan-favorite shows and movies Manga & Comic Swap – Trade and discover new favorites Tasty Treats – Popular Asian snacks Specialty Drinks

## Sessions

- [#PlantWednesday: Chrysanthemum Edition](https://lansugarden.org/sessions/plantwednesday-chrysanthemum-edition/) - Join a special Chrysanthemum Festival edition of our weekly #PlantWednesday tour, as our horticulture team shares the stories, care, and cultural significance behind these beloved blooms.

## Calendar Embeds

- [Magnolia Festival](https://lansugarden.org/calendar-embed/3a8StTD8Y82/)

## Series

- [Mother's Day at Lan Su](https://lansugarden.org/series/mothers-day-at-lan-su/) - Celebrate Mother’s Day at Lan Su with blooms, tea, music, and art. Shop our Blooms for Mom Plant Sale and enjoy floral photos, crafts, live art, and a joyful Chinese sing-along.
- [Garden Tea Tastings](https://lansugarden.org/series/garden-tea-tastings/) - Join new tea master Hannah Ma and explore Chinese tea culture through intimate tastings featuring rotating seasonal teas and traditional brewing techniques.
- [AANHPI Heritage Month](https://lansugarden.org/series/aanhpi-heritage-month/)
- [Music in The Garden](https://lansugarden.org/series/music-in-the-garden/)
- [Floral Artist Meet & Greet / Demo: Lauren Say](https://lansugarden.org/series/floral-artist-meet-greet-demo/) - Watch floral artistry in action and learn from our partnering artist, Lauren Say. Come get inspired, ask questions, and see how seasonal flowers can be transformed into beautiful works of art.
- [Magnolia Coloring Corner](https://lansugarden.org/series/magnolia-coloring-corner/) - Enjoy a drop-in, family-friendly craft activity inspired by magnolia. Enjoy at your own pace and take a unique piece of art home with you!
- [Magnolia Floral Showcase](https://lansugarden.org/series/magnolia-floral-showcase/) - Enjoy large-scale magnolia installations, along with interpretive displays featuring educational posters, huayi floral pieces, and a magnolia penjing.
- [Magnolia Walk in the Garden](https://lansugarden.org/series/magnolia-walk-in-the-garden/) - Join a Lan Su gardener for a guided stroll through the garden, exploring beautiful magnolia varieties and their history, symbolism, and botanical features.
- [Magnolia Cultivation Talks](https://lansugarden.org/series/magnolia-cultivation-talks/) - Saturdays, April 11 & 18 | 2-3 PM | Free with admission or membership Hear from a Lan Su horticulturist how to best cultivate magnolias in the landscape. Get an insider perspective on our favorite specimens and learn how to maintain them for health and beauty for years to come. Get Admission
- [Steep & Paint](https://lansugarden.org/series/steep-paint/) - Click a title to jump to that section: Overview | Series Schedule | Tickets | Upcoming Sessions Overview Lan Su's Steep & Paint series is back by popular demand, with a newly reimagined partnership with Oregon Botanical Artists (OBA)! This immersive afternoon experience invites you to slow down, look closely, and connect with plants through tea, conversation, and
- [Lantern Viewing Evenings](https://lansugarden.org/series/lantern-viewing-evenings/) - Choose Your Experience Click a title to jump to that section Lantern Viewing Dragon + Light Show Nights February 18 – March 1 | 5:30 PM & 7:30 PM entries Features a zodiac animals AV experience + illuminated dragon dance procession Music + Lantern Viewing Nights March 4, 6-8 | 5:30–7:30 PM Features live guzheng
- [Family Craft Activities](https://lansugarden.org/series/family-craft-activities/) - Opening Day: Tuesday, Feb. 17 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturdays & Sundays | Feb. 21, 22, 28, & March 1, 7, 8 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Free with admission or membership Explore traditional art forms and cultural symbols through fun, interactive projects the whole family can enjoy! Tuesday, Feb. 17:
- [Martial Arts Demo - Many Roads Martial Arts Center](https://lansugarden.org/series/martial-arts-demo-many-roads-martial-arts-center/)
- [Mini Horse Meet & Greet](https://lansugarden.org/series/mini-horse-meet-greet/) - Opening Day: Tuesday, Feb. 17 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Fridays, Feb. 20, 27, & March 6 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Free with admission or membership Meet the zodiac stars of the year! Join Loki and friends at Lan Su Chinese Garden to celebrate the Year of the Horse with a
- [Cultural Performances](https://lansugarden.org/series/cultural-performances/) - Saturdays & Sundays | Feb. 21, 22, 28, & March 1, 7, 8 | 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM | Free with admission or membership Soak in the graceful movement and exciting performances of local cultural groups, including: Vancouver Jasmine Dance Troupe, International School Portland Chinese Track, Mulan Drum Team, Portland Chinese Dance Troupe, Vietnamese
- [Chinese Calligraphy](https://lansugarden.org/series/chinese-calligraphy/) - Opening Day: Tuesday, Feb. 17 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturdays & Sundays | Feb. 21, 22, 28, & March 1 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Free with admission or membership Calligraphy is a revered art form that has existed for thousands of years and is considered a high art in Chinese
- [New Year Storytime](https://lansugarden.org/series/new-year-storytime/) - Saturdays | Feb. 21 & 28 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Free with admission or membership Have you ever wondered why Chinese people display red items and set off fireworks during Lunar New Year? Join a Lan Su storyteller for a fun Lunar New Year storytime for the whole family, with lively storytelling
- [Lion Dance Performances](https://lansugarden.org/series/lion-dance-performance/) - Saturdays & Sundays | Feb. 21, 22, 28, & March 1, 7, 8 | 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM | Free with admission or membership Enjoy traditional Southern-style lion dance performances by Portland Lee’s Association and White Lotus Foundation throughout Lan Su's Lunar New Year celebration. Immerse yourself in the whimsical enjoyment these playful lions
- [#PlantWednesday Spotlight](https://lansugarden.org/series/plantwednesday-spotlight/) - Wednesdays, 11-11:30 AM | Free with admission or membership Join our horticulture team every Wednesday for a tour diving into a plant in its peak, gardening tips, and more.
- [Artist Member Hour](https://lansugarden.org/series/artist-member-hour/) - First Tuesdays, 9:00–10:00 AM (starting December 1, 2025) Enjoy a quieter, more intimate setting for artistic inspiration. This extended garden access gives Artist Members the opportunity to set up tools such as easels and tripods for focused creative expression. *Please note that the Artist Hour is exclusively for Artist Members and is intended as a
- [Weekly Member Hour](https://lansugarden.org/series/weekly-member-hour/) - Wednesdays, 9:00–10:00 AM (Starting December 1, 2025) This exclusive hour allows members to take a quiet morning stroll through the garden as the city begins its day. Members are encouraged to bring guests in accordance with their membership level. This is a wonderful opportunity to introduce friends and family to Lan Su, sharing the peaceful ambiance
- [Feng Shui for a Lucky New Year](https://lansugarden.org/series/feng-shui-for-a-lucky-new-year/) - Fridays, January 16, 23, & 30 | 12:00–1:00 PM | Free with admission or membership Join Gwynne of 10,000 Blessings Feng Shui and prepare for an auspicious new year! Learn Feng Shui techniques to invite fresh energy and support a calm mind, body, and spirit in the forthcoming fast and furious year of the Fire
- [Dongzhi: A Chinese Holiday Party](https://lansugarden.org/series/dongzhi-a-chinese-holiday-party/) - Fridays & Saturdays, Dec. 12-13 & 19-20 | 5:00-7:00 PM Step into Portland’s only authentic Chinese garden transformed into a festive winter wonderland—adorned with glowing lanterns and twinkling lights. Celebrate Dongzhi (冬至, the Winter Solstice) with a dazzling lion dance, live music, and hands-on fun. Roar of Winter: Illuminated Lion Dance Performance 6:00-6:40 PM Experience the
- [Nourishing the Body and Mind: Tea Chat with Tea Master Eric](https://lansugarden.org/series/nourishing-the-body-and-mind-tea-chat-with-tea-master-eric/) - Saturdays, Dec. 13 & 20 | 1:00-2:00 PM | Free with admission or membership Step into the gentle side of winter at Lan Su this season to discover how ancient Chinese scholars cultivated health and happiness with tea. Tea expert Eric Arthur blends 15 years of tea study with the fluidity of his 20+ years
- [Scent and Seal: An Incense Art Experience (打香篆)](https://lansugarden.org/series/scent-and-seal-an-incense-art-experience/) - Sundays, Dec. 14 & 21 | 10:00-11:00 AM | Free with admission or membership Incense seal making is a refined way of burning incense. Using special tools, participants gently smooth the ash and press a mold to create intricate incense patterns. The process is both calming and creative. Join us to discover how Chinese scholars
- [Scholar’s Centerpiece: Exploring Qinggong (清供)](https://lansugarden.org/series/scholars-centerpiece-exploring-qinggong/) - Sundays, Dec. 14 & 21 | 1:00-2:00 PM | Free with admission or membership Qinggong (清供) also known as “pure offering” is the cultivated expression of a scholar’s taste, creativity, and cultural refinement. Our winter display, 光輝歲月 “Radiant Years,” is a collection of scholarly and aesthetic items that someone in their peak years would have
- [Meet Asian Santa](https://lansugarden.org/series/meet-asian-santa/) - Saturdays & Sundays, Dec. 6-7, 13-14, & 20-21 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Join us for a unique cross-cultural holiday experience! Take photos with Asian Santa, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and receive a blessing that carries both the brightness of the holiday season and the serenity of ancient Chinese aesthetics. Cost: $5 per group
- [Warm Hearts, Warm Ears: The Story of Dumplings](https://lansugarden.org/series/warm-hearts-warm-ears-the-story-of-dumplings/)
- [Chrysanthemum Festival](https://lansugarden.org/series/chrysanthemum-festival/) - Don't miss one of the year’s most anticipated events as the garden comes alive with brilliant hues, intricate floral arrangements, and large-scale floral sculptures. Our Horticulture team will also be offering special workshops and extended weekend plant tours. The spectacular Floral Design Showcase, presented with the PNW Florist Association, extends November 7-13. The showcase opens
- [#PlantWed](https://lansugarden.org/series/plantwed/)
- [Growing Mums](https://lansugarden.org/series/growing-mums/)
- [Mums of Lan Su Plant  Tour](https://lansugarden.org/series/mums-of-lan-su-plant-tour/)
- [Make Your Own Chrysanthemum Wind Chime](https://lansugarden.org/series/make-your-own-chrysanthemum-wind-chime/)
- [Write Like a Scholar: The Character for “Chrysanthemum” 菊](https://lansugarden.org/series/write-like-a-scholar-the-character-for-chrysanthemum-菊/)
- [2025 Floral Design Showcase](https://lansugarden.org/series/floral-design-showcase/) - November 7-13, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Free with admission or membership The Chrysanthemum Floral Design Showcase returns to Lan Su this fall in partnership with PNW Florist Association. Don’t miss this crowd-favorite event with our biggest group of designers yet! Discover stories of creativity and passion with stunning chrysanthemum displays crafted
- [What's The Tea? Sensory Activity](https://lansugarden.org/series/whats-the-tea-sensory-activity/) - Sundays in October | 1-3 PM Become a tea detective at Lan Su Chinese Garden! Use your nose and hands to smell, touch, and determine which teas are hiding in the scholar’s stash.
- [Summer FUNgarden](https://lansugarden.org/series/summer-fungarden/) - Thursdays – Sundays, June 13 – August 31, 2025 See, smell, taste, listen, and feel—the summer fun of Lan Su! We invite families, students, and young creators to explore Lan Su in joyful, hands-on, and thoughtful ways this summer. From drop-in crafts and interactive games to our new AANHPI summer market, Blossom & Bounty—make this a
- [Tea Tastings](https://lansugarden.org/series/tea-tastings/) - Sip, savor, and explore the world of tea with our Tea Master in Residence, Eric Arthur. Enjoy tastings of three seasonal teas, learn traditional brewing techniques, and immerse yourself in centuries of tea culture. See below for upcoming tea tasting dates. 
- [Blossom & Bounty: AANHPI Summer Market](https://lansugarden.org/series/blossom-bounty-aanhpi-summer-market/) - Sundays, 10 AM – 2 PM | June 22 – August 31, 2025 | Lan Su Annex (NW Third Ave. & Flanders St.) | Free to access This exciting new market highlights and celebrates the talents of local AANHPI artists, makers, creatives, chefs, cultural organizations, and more. Visit weekly for a fresh selection of plants,
- [Nights of the Golden Flower](https://lansugarden.org/series/nights-of-the-golden-flower/) - November 7–9, 2025 | 5–7 PM | Separate tickets required The annual Floral Design Showcase kicks off with our signature evening event, Nights of the Golden Flower. Delight in a visual treat as each artist’s work is illuminated from within. Enjoy gentle music and all-ages fun as you wander among larger-than-life glowing lanterns and vote
- [Weekly Cultural Experiences](https://lansugarden.org/series/weekly-cultural-experiences/)
- [Cloud & Water Happy Hour](https://lansugarden.org/series/cloud-water-happy-hour/)

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://lansugarden.org/category/uncategorized/)
- [events](https://lansugarden.org/category/events/)
- [symbolism](https://lansugarden.org/category/symbolism/)
- [Culture Spotlight](https://lansugarden.org/category/culture-spotlight/)
- [horticulture](https://lansugarden.org/category/horticulture/)
- [Lan Su Updates](https://lansugarden.org/category/lan-su-updates/)

## Tags

- [architecture](https://lansugarden.org/tag/architecture/)
- [wood carving](https://lansugarden.org/tag/wood-carving/)
- [symbolism](https://lansugarden.org/tag/symbolism/)
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- [Chrysanthemum Festival](https://lansugarden.org/tag/chrys-fest/) - Programs that are part of Lan Su’s Chrysanthemum Festival
- [Gong Fu Tea](https://lansugarden.org/tag/gong-fu-tea/)
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- [chrysanthemums](https://lansugarden.org/tag/chrysanthemums/)
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- [Holiday](https://lansugarden.org/tag/holiday/)
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- [dragon dance](https://lansugarden.org/tag/dragon-dance/)
- [Chinese New Year](https://lansugarden.org/tag/chinese-new-year/)
- [celebration](https://lansugarden.org/tag/celebration/)
- [Lantern Viewing](https://lansugarden.org/tag/lantern-viewing/)
- [Year of the Horse](https://lansugarden.org/tag/year-of-the-horse/)
- [Lantern Viewing Evenings](https://lansugarden.org/tag/lantern-viewing-evenings/)
- [events](https://lansugarden.org/tag/events/)
- [Narcissus](https://lansugarden.org/tag/narcissus/)
- [Chinese Foods](https://lansugarden.org/tag/chinese-foods/)
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- [traditions](https://lansugarden.org/tag/traditions/)
- [Sensory Friendly](https://lansugarden.org/tag/sensory-friendly/)
- [hanfu](https://lansugarden.org/tag/hanfu/)
- [Chinese Intangible Heritage](https://lansugarden.org/tag/chinese-intangible-heritage/)
- [Artists Demo](https://lansugarden.org/tag/artists-demo/)
- [dragon dance procession](https://lansugarden.org/tag/dragon-dance-procession/)
- [dance](https://lansugarden.org/tag/dance/)
- [orchid](https://lansugarden.org/tag/orchid/)
- [tasting](https://lansugarden.org/tag/tasting/)
- [Yun Shui Teahouse](https://lansugarden.org/tag/yun-shui-teahouse/)
- [floral design](https://lansugarden.org/tag/floral-design/)
- [spring](https://lansugarden.org/tag/spring/)
- [tea](https://lansugarden.org/tag/tea/)
- [tour](https://lansugarden.org/tag/tour/)
- [crafts](https://lansugarden.org/tag/crafts/)
- [floral art](https://lansugarden.org/tag/floral-art/)
- [demonstration](https://lansugarden.org/tag/demonstration/)
- [rain](https://lansugarden.org/tag/rain/)
- [face painting](https://lansugarden.org/tag/face-painting/)
- [Easter weekend](https://lansugarden.org/tag/easter-weekend/)
- [free for kids](https://lansugarden.org/tag/free-for-kids/)
- [Weiqi](https://lansugarden.org/tag/weiqi/)
- [wellness](https://lansugarden.org/tag/wellness/)
- [language](https://lansugarden.org/tag/language/)
- [cooking demo](https://lansugarden.org/tag/cooking-demo/)
- [Exhibit](https://lansugarden.org/tag/exhibit/)
- [Rose Festival](https://lansugarden.org/tag/rose-festival/)
- [military discount](https://lansugarden.org/tag/military-discount/)
- [veterans discount](https://lansugarden.org/tag/veterans-discount/)
- [Peony](https://lansugarden.org/tag/peony/)
- [martial arts](https://lansugarden.org/tag/martial-arts/)
- [Film & TV](https://lansugarden.org/tag/film-tv/)
- [kungfu](https://lansugarden.org/tag/kungfu/)

## Event Categories

- [Market](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/market/)
- [Family Fun](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/family-fun/)
- [Horticulture](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/horticulture/)
- [Music](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/music/)
- [Wellness](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/wellness/)
- [Art](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/art/)
- [Learning](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/learning/)
- [Member Exclusive](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/member-exclusive/)
- [Discounts](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/discounts/)
- [Tea](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/tea/)
- [After Hours](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/after-hours/)
- [Tours](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/tours/)
- [Free with admission or membership](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/free-with-admission-or-membership/)
- [Lunar New Year](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/lunar-new-year/)
- [Magnolia Festival](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/magnolia-festival/)
- [Performances & Demos](https://lansugarden.org/events/category/performances-demos/)

## Tracks

- [Tours](https://lansugarden.org/track/tours/)
- [Chrysanthemum Festival](https://lansugarden.org/track/chrysanthemum-festival/)