July 3 – August 22, 2026 Celebrate the beauty and versatility of lotus at Lan Su Chinese Garden during Lian (蓮): The Lotus Festival this summer. Enjoy garden walks, an art and plant showcase, hands-on activities, and more as we honor this iconic flower. Check back soon for more festival details! Parking & Directions Free […]
Bring your easel, tripod, or other tools of choice for creative time in the garden.
When it comes to the most famous child hero in Chinese mythology, Nezha (哪吒) is definitely the one! With incredible powers and an extraordinary story, Nezha has inspired generations with his bravery and spirit. Join our story time session to discover how Nezha was reborn from a lotus flower and gained even greater magical powers! […]
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 […]
Join our horticulture team every Wednesday for a tour diving into a plant in its peak, gardening tips, and more.
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 […]
Join a Lan Su gardener for a one-hour guided exploration of the garden’s one-of-a-kind lotus collection. Discover the beauty, diversity, and cultural significance of these celebrated summer blooms while experiencing the vibrant colors and living landscapes of the season at Lan Su. Parking & Directions Free Lan Su Parking There is free first come, first […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.