Lan Su Chinese Garden

Garden Tea Tastings (1:00 PM)
2027-01-31 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-01-29 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-01-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-01-22 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-01-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-01-15 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-01-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-01-08 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 4 more dates | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, 97209, United States
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Series Overview

Slow down and savor the stories behind the cup.

Hosted in one of Lan Su’s garden pavilions and led by the Tea Masters of Yun Shui Teahouse, Garden Tea Tastings invite our visitors to enjoy an exclusive, small-group exploration of traditional Chinese and Taiwanese teas. Each tasting is limited to 8 guests and features a seasonal selection of three thoughtfully chosen teas while introducing their origins, processing, brewing methods, and cultural significance.

Whether you are a longtime tea enthusiast or simply tea-curious, this intimate experience offers a relaxing and enriching journey through one of China’s most beloved cultural traditions, surrounded by the beauty of Lan Su.

After your 1-hour tasting, you’ll receive a porcelain teacup to continue your journey at home. All sampled teas will also be available for purchase in our Yun Shui Teahouse.

Full Series Schedule

Fridays & Sundays, December – January | 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM

Get Tickets

Seating is very limited for these intimate group tastings, so reserve your seat early. Your ticket includes garden admission on the day of your tasting.

Lan Su Members & Guests: $37

Non-Members: $56

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.

Garden Tea Tastings (11:00 AM)
2027-01-31 11:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-29 11:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-24 11:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-08 11:00 - 12:00 and 4 more dates

Steep & Paint
2027-01-22 13:00 - 16:00, 2027-01-08 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-12-18 13:00 - 16:00
Enjoy a blossom-filled afternoon at the beautiful Lan Su Chinese Garden with the return of Steep & Paint!

We’re bringing this series back by popular demand and newly reimagined in partnership with the Oregon Botanical Artists (OBA). This immersive afternoon experience invites you to slow down, look closely, and connect with plants through tea, conversation, and hands-on art-making.

Each session weaves together horticulture, tea culture, and botanical art in a relaxed, welcoming setting:

Learn the plant up close: A Lan Su gardener leads a close-up botanical show-and-tell, sharing seasonal plant facts, cultural stories, and growing insights.

Taste the season: Enjoy a sampling of seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse.

Create botanical art: An OBA artist guides a full botanical art class inspired by the featured plant.

Whether you’re returning to Steep & Paint or joining for the first time, this refreshed program offers an even richer way to experience Lan Su. Bring a friend with you and let’s Steep & Paint together!

Full Series Schedule

Set a new monthly Friday tradition, or treat someone special to an amazing afternoon of creativity!

Steep & Paint Need to Know

Each class session is independent — participants are welcome to register for any individual class without attending others.

Registration fee includes full-day admission to Lan Su Chinese Garden.

Get Tickets

Lan Su Members & Guests: $56.95

General: $66.95

Note: A $0.95 service fee is reflected in each paid ticket

Meet Our Partner: Oregon Botanical Artists (OBA)

Oregon Botanical Artists is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting contemporary botanical art while honoring its long-standing traditions. Founded in 2012, the organization supports a diverse community of artists who celebrate the beauty and diversity of plant life through detailed and scientifically informed artwork. Oregon Botanical Artists is affiliated with the American Society of Botanical Artists as an Artists Circle.

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.

#PlantWednesday Spotlight
2026-12-30 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-12-23 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-12-16 11:00 - 11:30
Join our horticulture team every Wednesday for a tour diving into a plant in its peak, gardening tips, and more.

Wednesdays, 11-11:30 AM | Free with admission or membership

The #PlantWednesday Spotlight is a unique “show & tell” program featuring different captivating topics every month. Meet Lan Su’s horticulture team each Wednesday to explore, learn, and connect with the natural beauty of Lan Su. These are short 30-min sessions that showcase a horticultural wonder, technique, or tool that our passionate horticulturists want to share with fellow plant enthusiasts. Each session will shine a light on the behind-the-scenes operations of the garden, highlight a plant at its peak beauty, or focus on recent improvements to our collection.

Each session will explore a different part of the garden based on that week’s topic. When you arrive, please check in with the front door staff or volunteers for the exact location to meet in.

Get Admission

This program is FREE with garden admission or membership. No registration needed.
