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 White Lotus Dragon & Lion Dance Team, filled with leaping lions, thundering drums, and crashing cymbals. Don’t miss the whimsical enjoyment these playful lions bring to guests of all ages as they make their way through the garden!
Discover the fundamentals of martial arts through a welcoming, interactive drop-in experience. Learn basic movements, practice alongside the instructor, and ask questions while exploring martial arts traditions, techniques, and principles in a relaxed and engaging setting.
Enjoy free face painting or body art with lion dance designs! Local artist Adrienne Hentschel of Strawberry Paint Shop will be on site to deliver colorful works of art you can wear home and show off!
CFAP’s youth lion dance team will perform a Southern-style Chinese lion dance to spread joy to visitors as we close out Lion Dance & Kung Fu Weekends. Their performances are vivid and entertaining—even comical!
Come witness the strength, confidence, discipline, and skill of the students of Eternal Arts Kung Fu School! With expertise in various martial arts styles and classes ranging from kids to adults, Eternal Arts keeps their practice rooted in authentic systems passed down through generations. Join us for their inspiring performance!
Don’t miss this incredibly rare opportunity to experience another style of lion dance at Lan Su! Portland Shishimai Kai will introduce visitors to shishimai, the traditional Japanese lion dance. Featuring a one-person lion and group of musicians, it’s completely different than a Chinese lion dance!
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 […]
Join guest instructor Virginia Norton for an introductory session of Qigong, an ancient Chinese practice that blends gentle movements, meditation, and breathwork to harmonize mind, body, and spirit. Drop-ins welcome!
Join guest instructor Virginia Norton for an introductory session of Qigong, an ancient Chinese practice that blends gentle movements, meditation, and breathwork to harmonize mind, body, and spirit. Drop-ins welcome!
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 […]