Lantern Viewing Dragon + Light Show (5:30PM)
February 20, 2026 @ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Photo by Aileen Sheedy
5:30–7:00 PM & 7:30–9:00 PM Every Wednesday–Sunday, February 18 – March 1, 2026 | Separate Tickets Required
Get ready for Lunar New Year 2026 Lantern Viewing Evenings at Lan Su! 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.
Unlike any winter light festival in Portland, Lan Su’s Lantern Viewing Evenings immerse you in handcrafted Chinese lantern sculptures, partnering with Noble Robot for a spectacular projection-mapping light show—The Twelve Zodiac Animals, and a live Dragon Dance procession by Portland Lee’s Association that brings the garden to life.
Lighting by Noble Robot. Photo by Dylan Evanston
Don’t miss a truly one-of-a-kind celebration that ushers in the New Year with unforgettable color, culture, and joy!
Get Tickets
- Lan Su Members & Guests: $22.95
- General: $32.95
- Child (3–11): $12.95
- Infant (0–2): Free
- Oregon & Washington EBT Cardholders: $15.95 (up to 4 tickets per cardholder; available in-person at the Lan Su Ticket Booth during business hours)
Bundle & Save!
Day & Night Garden Experience Package: $39.95
Save up to 20% off the regular price! Select your Lantern Viewing Evening, then come back for even more Lunar New Year daytime fun any day between February 17 and March 8, 2026.
Note: A $0.95 service fee is reflected in each paid ticket
Meet Our Partners
Noble Robot
Among other creative endeavors, Noble Robot creates innovative lighting solutions, including stage and concert lighting design, LED installations, and live, interactive projection mapping. Using a variety of light sources—such as moving beams, wash lights, lasers, projection, and custom-designed LED products—they craft multi-sensory and immersive lighting experiences.
Portland Lee’s Association
The Portland Lee’s Association Dragon & Lion Dance Team has performed at thousands of events and is in great demand for performances throughout the year. The lion dance team was founded in April 2004 and currently performs both dragon and lion dances under the direction of Head Coach Terry Lee, assisted by Coach Eric Lee and Coach Nick Lee. The group’s history, rooted in the Lee Family Association, goes all the way back to the 1880s, highlighting their deep dedication to Chinese cultural traditions.
Parking & Directions
Free Lan Su Parking
There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.
