Join Oregon’s Culture Bearer for Henna and Master Artist, Sushmita Poddar of Salon Amrapali, for wearable art inspired by the festival. From intricate floral designs to adorable lions, the lasting memory will bring joy for weeks!
Join members of Many Roads Martial Arts as they demonstrate various specialties, such as Shaolin Kung Fu and Kali — a weapons-based Filipino style of martial arts. Watch in wonder as they punch, kick, and move with precision!
Enjoy traditional lion dance performances by Portland Lee’s Association, filled with leaping lions, drum beats, and cymbals. Don’t miss the whimsical enjoyment these playful lions bring to guests of all ages as they make their way through the garden! Stay after for a photo op with the performers.
Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by Tea Masters of Yun Shui Teahouse. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
Friendly, interactive, and great for beginners, Tour + Pour offers a memorable first step into the world of Chinese tea. Includes a 30-minute guided tour and 30-minute hands-on tea tasting experience.
Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by Tea Masters of Yun Shui Teahouse. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by Tea Masters of Yun Shui Teahouse. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
Bring your easel, tripod, or other tools of choice for creative time in the garden.
Gather by the Lake Zither with Lan Su gardeners for a brief koi feeding and Q&A experience. Learn about the garden’s colorful fish resident, their care, and the stories and symbolism they carry in Chinese garden culture.
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. Parking & Directions […]
First Wednesdays, 9:00-10:00 AM Lan Su is based on a scholar’s estate, and now you can pretend it’s yours! Stroll the garden pathways as the day begins, enjoying exclusive members-only access. Guests are welcome in accordance with your membership tier. Parking & Directions Free Lan Su Parking There is free first come, first served parking […]
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. Parking & Directions […]