Dongzhi: A Chinese Holiday Party
December 20 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Celebrate Dongzhi (冬至, the Winter Solstice) with a dazzling lion dance, live music, and hands-on fun. Explore the activities below, then grab your tickets for a night of festive fun among the holiday lights!
Tickets | Dongzhi: A Chinese Holiday Party
- Lan Su Member – $10.95
- General – $22.95
- General Child (ages 5 and younger) – FREE
- EBT Cardholder – $10.95. Limited availability only at Lan Su Ticket Booth. Show your EBT Card to purchase. Up to 4 tickets per cardholder.
*Note: Each paid ticket includes a $0.95 service fee
Activities
Roar of Winter: Illuminated Lion Dance Performance
Fridays & Saturdays, Dec. 12-13 & 19-20 | 6:00-6:40 PM
On a calm winter night, a magical, powerful, and graceful lion comes to life at Lan Su, dancing among the shimmering holiday lights. Come experience the breathtaking illuminated lion dance—where radiance, strength, and beauty meet in celebration!
Melodies of Winter Cheer
Fridays & Saturdays, Dec. 12-13 & 19-20 | 5:00-6:00 PM
Relax in the joyful atmosphere of classic Christmas songs and festive melodies with a touch of Chinese elegance, performed by local duo Sharon and Dan.
Meet the Musicians
Daniel is a composer, a classical guitarist, and a bassist who enjoys playing world music. He plays with the Beaverton Symphony and with local groups like Arco PDX. He scores music for films and writes screenplays for educational videos. He enjoys building cross cultural understanding through music performances.
Sharon Gan is the founder of Heart Strings Mandarin, an early-childhood Mandarin music and movement program taught in local libraries and online to students worldwide. Her Mandarin songs are available on major music platforms. She also teaches piano from her home studio; composes and performs with other musicians.
Dongzhi Kitchen: Hands-on Tangyuan and Dumpling Making
Fridays & Saturdays, Dec. 12-13 & 19-20 | 5:00-7:00 PM
A debate unresolved for centuries: Dumplings or sweet rice balls—what should you eat for Dongzhi?
Join us for a hands-on experience making both tangyuan and dumplings, then sample each and decide your favorite!
Tickets | Dongzhi: A Chinese Holiday Party
- Lan Su Member – $10.95
- General – $22.95
- General Child (ages 5 and younger) – FREE
- EBT Cardholder – $10.95. Limited availability only at Lan Su Ticket Booth. Show your EBT Card to purchase. Up to 4 tickets per cardholder.
*Note: Each paid ticket includes a $0.95 service fee
