Autumn Tea Tasting (3 PM)
2025-11-22 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-23 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-29 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-30 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Take a front row seat to experiencing Chinese tea culture with our intimate Autumn Tea Tasting series!

Saturdays: 11 AM · 1 PM · 3 PM | Sundays: 1 PM · 3 PM

Taste your way through three (3) seasonal teas, led by Tea Master in Residence Eric Arthur. Explore different flavor profiles and preparation methods using traditional gaiwans and teaware. You’ll learn about the history, cultivation, and traditions that have evolved over centuries from ancient China—and how other cultures adapted these practices for their own people.

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.

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Meet Tea Master in Residence Eric Arthur

In the last 15 years, Eric Arthur has journeyed from hating tea, being surprised by it, to obsessing over it. While hosting tea tastings, he blends the knowledge, lore, grace, and fun of tea to perfection. His skill in pouring tea is heavily influenced by being a practitioner of Tai Chi for 20+ years, moving and partnering with the leaf and its energy. Come spend an hour being surprised, or find a new obsession with tea and tea service!

Chinese Floral Art Foundation Workshop: Holiday Arrangement
2025-11-23 11:00 - 13:00 | 38 Davis, 38 NW Davis St Suite 260, Portland, Oregon, 97209, United States
You won’t want to miss this exciting opportunity to learn Chinese floral art from a master! Rosa Zee of the Chinese Floral Arts Foundation, based in San Marino, CA, will lead this workshop, teaching not only the basics of Chinese floral tradition, but also how every bit of this art form is imbued in symbolism and scholarly habit. Chrysanthemums will, of course, be the star element of your beautiful arrangement you can take home and share for the holidays.

All materials and instruction included.

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Make Your Own Chrysanthemum Wind Chime
2025-11-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Add a touch of creativity to your garden visit! Stop by this drop-in craft station to design your own chrysanthemum-inspired wind chime to take home. This quick, hands-on activity is a fun way for families to make something beautiful together while discovering the meaning of chrysanthemums in Chinese art and poetry. No registration needed—just drop in and create!

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Autumn Tea Tasting (1 PM)
2025-11-23 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-29 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209

#PlantWednesday: Chrysanthemums
2025-11-26 11:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Get involved with chrysanthemums! There’s more to mums than your average grocery store potted plant. Learn how they’re propagated, grown and prepared for display as well as why they’re still a revered flower and symbol of the fall season in Chinese culture.

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#PlantWednesday Spotlight
2025-11-26 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-12-03 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-12-10 11:00 - 11:30 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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.

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

Weekly Member Hour
2025-11-26 16:30 - 17:30 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Members and their guests are invited to enjoy an exclusive hour in the garden in the early evening glow.

Wednesdays, 6:30–7:30 PM (Spring/Summer to October 14, 2025) or 4:30–5:30 PM (Fall/Winter through Nov. 30)

This exclusive evening hour allows members to enjoy Lan Su in the soft glow of twilight, a magical time to experience the garden’s beauty.

Members are encouraged to bring guests in accordance with their membership level. This is a wonderful opportunity to introduce friends and family to Lan Su, sharing the peaceful ambiance of the garden during these exclusive hours.

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Autumn Tea Tasting (11 AM)
2025-11-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209

Weekly Member Hour
2025-12-03 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-12-10 09:00 - 10:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Members and their guests are invited to enjoy an exclusive hour in the garden in the early morning glow.

Wednesdays, 9:00–10:00 AM (December 1, 2025 – April 8, 2026)

This exclusive hour allows members to take a quiet morning stroll through the garden as the city begins its day

Members are encouraged to bring guests in accordance with their membership level. This is a wonderful opportunity to introduce friends and family to Lan Su, sharing the peaceful ambiance of the garden during these exclusive hours.

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Meet Asian Santa
2025-12-06 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-07 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-13 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Saturdays & Sundays, Dec. 6-7, 13-14, & 20-21 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Join us for a unique cross-cultural holiday experience! Take photos with Asian Santa, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and receive a blessing that carries both the brightness of the holiday season and the serenity of ancient Chinese aesthetics.

Cost: $5 per group of 6 people, $10 for 7-12 people, $15 for 13-19, etc. Regular garden admission is also required for each person in the group.

Holiday Shopping: Member Preview Night
2025-12-06 16:30 - 18:30 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Celebrate the season with a special evening just for Lan Su members and their guests! This is your exclusive chance to shop new and limited items before they’re available to the public—and save 20%!

Immerse yourself in a garden-wide shopping experience featuring themed rooms throughout the pavilions. Browse a distinctive mix of beloved favorites and fresh new merchandise, revealed exclusively for this event. Then, take your finds to Yun Shui Teahouse to take advantage of a complimentary beverage and donation-based gift wrap station.

As a special thank-you, members will enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on all purchases — double your usual savings for one night only!

Bring guests in accordance with your membership level and make it a night to celebrate with festive shopping, joyful discoveries, and the spirit of the holidays in full bloom. And don’t forget, it’s the perfect time to give the gift of membership — a thoughtful way to share the beauty and experiences you love all year long.

Holiday Shopping Pop-Ups
2025-12-07 10:00 - 16:30 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Explore themed shopping rooms—Lounge, Scholar’s, and Four-Sided—each offering brand-new merchandise revealed for the first time during this garden-wide experience!

Four-Sided Hall: Celebrate Culture

Location: Hall of Brocade Clouds

Cookbooks and kitchenware, local art, greeting cards, mid-range jewelry, hair accessories, and more!

Lounge Hall: Celebrate Family

Location: Reflections in Clear Ripples

Toys, books, stuffies, puzzles, games, Buddha Boards, games like Go and Mahjong, and more!

Scholar’s Study: Celebrate Learning

Location: Celestial Hall of Permeating Fragrance

Calligraphy items, books, higher-end jewelry, perfumes, incense, and more!

Dongzhi: A Chinese Holiday Party
2025-12-12 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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.

Dec. 12

Dec. 13

Dec. 19

Dec. 20

*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.

Dec. 12

Dec. 13

Dec. 19

Dec. 20

*Note: Each paid ticket includes a $0.95 service fee

Warm Hearts, Warm Ears: The Story of Dumplings
2025-12-13 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
You love dumplings—but do you know where they come from? At the Lan Su Chinese Garden Dongzhi celebration, uncover the tale of compassion and cleverness wrapped inside every dumpling.

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Nourishing the Body and Mind: Tea Chat with Tea Master Eric
2025-12-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
This season let’s step into Lan Su to experience the gentle side of winter. Discover how ancient Chinese scholars cultivated health and happiness with tea.

Meet Tea Master:

In the last 15 years, Eric Arthur has journeyed from hating tea, being surprised by it, to obsessing over it. While hosting tea tastings, he blends the knowledge, lore, grace, and fun of tea to perfection. His skill in pouring tea is heavily influenced by being a practitioner of Tai Chi for 20+ years, moving and partnering with the leaf and its energy. Come spend an hour being surprised, or find a new obsession with tea and tea service!

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Scent and Seal: An Incense Art Experience (打香篆)
2025-12-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Incense seal making is a refined way of burning incense. Using special tools, participants gently smooth the ash and press a mold to create intricate incense patterns. The process is both calming and creative. Join us to discover how Chinese scholars transformed this simple ritual into a moment of peace and inspiration.

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Scholar’s Centerpiece: Exploring Qing Gong (清供)
2025-12-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Qing Gong (清供), also known as “pure offering” is the cultivated expression of a scholar’s taste, creativity, and cultural refinement. The theme of this particular Qing Gong is 光輝歲月 “Radiant Years”. This display is a collection of scholarly and aesthetic items that someone in their peak years would have been proud of. Lan Su’s Curator of Horticulture, Josie, will be explaining the intention behind the elements included.

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