Lion Reborn invites you to explore the rich history of one of China’s most beloved traditions: the lion dance. From August 25 – November 1, immerse yourself in the work of local artists Joshua Sin and Lark Pien as you wander the paths of Lan Su. Come get inspired and see how these traditions endure today!
Join us for two action-packed weekends filled with lion dance performances, workshops, and family-friendly arts & crafts. Learn how kung fu shapes lion dance movements, meet the dancers behind the lions, and get creative with hands-on activities.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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 […]
Join Quinn and Shelby of One With Heart for a deeper look at the stories and philosophy behind martial arts, including their group’s Pukulan focus. Through conversation, live demonstrations, and audience Q&A, discover the traditions, symbolism, and training behind this timeless practice.
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.
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.
Join One With Heart as they demonstrate strength, focus, and spirit through Pukulan, an Indonesian fighting art that takes inspiration from the tiger, monkey, crane, and snake. These traditional styles were born from a time when practitioners found strength in a connection with the natural world by embracing animal movements. Come enjoy their nature-inspired movement in the beautiful garden setting!
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!
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!
Don’t miss the incredibly rare opportunity to experience a Japanese-style lion dance at Lan Su! Portland Shishimai Kai will introduce shishimai, the traditional Japanese lion dance. There will be a discussion about the history and significance of this art form followed by a Q&A session and some hands-on teaching of movements.
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!
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!
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 […]
Back by popular demand, Steep & Paint returns reimagined with the Oregon Botanical Artists—an immersive afternoon of tea tasting, plant exploration, and guided botanical art.
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, 2026 Join Wen Wu School Portland in exploring Dayan, or Wild Goose Qigong, an ancient Chinese movement art developed to promote health, well-being, and longevity. […]
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.
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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.
Series Overview New to Chinese tea? Tour + Pour offers a welcoming introduction to two timeless Chinese traditions: garden appreciation and tea. Begin with a guided highlights tour exploring the symbolism, stories, and beauty of Lan Su’s classical Chinese garden. Then gather for a hands-on Tea 101 experience where you’ll learn the foundations of Chinese tea culture […]
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 Martial Arts Center is offering an introductory Tai Chi class at Lan Su on Sundays at 10:30AM. This class will introduce the fundamental principles of Tai Chi […]
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.
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and artist, Tessa Hulls, creator of the acclaimed graphic memoir, Feeding Ghosts, will share selected readings and images, followed by a conversation exploring her creative process and the stories behind the book.
Brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of native speakers from Oregon Chinese Coalition. 2–4 PM | Sundays, May 3 – September 27, 2026 Practice your Mandarin skills with volunteers from the Oregon Chinese Coalition! Learn useful phrases and words in Mandarin and brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of […]
Sing, play, and explore Chinese music with Alan in an enjoyable and accessible session on Sundays. 3:00 – 4:00 AM | Sundays, May 10 – September 27, 2026 Join Alan for an enjoyable and accessible Chinese music experience! If you love music and are eager to try something new, you are warmly invited to learn […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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.
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 […]
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.
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.
Series Overview New to Chinese tea? Tour + Pour offers a welcoming introduction to two timeless Chinese traditions: garden appreciation and tea. Begin with a guided highlights tour exploring the […]
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 […]
The Portland Go Club provides interactive teachings on the rules, strategies, and history of Weiqi. 11 AM – 1 PM | Every 3rd Sunday, April 19 – September 20, 2026 Weiqi, […]
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.
Brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of native speakers from Oregon Chinese Coalition. 2–4 PM | Sundays, May 3 – September 27, 2026 Practice your Mandarin skills with volunteers from the Oregon Chinese Coalition! Learn useful phrases and words in Mandarin and brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of […]
Sing, play, and explore Chinese music with Alan in an enjoyable and accessible session on Sundays. 3:00 – 4:00 AM | Sundays, May 10 – September 27, 2026 Join Alan for an enjoyable and accessible Chinese music experience! If you love music and are eager to try something new, you are warmly invited to learn […]
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 […]
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 […]
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a vibrant local vendor market, hands-on craft activities, Asian cuisine, jewelry, community resources, and traditional Chinese wellness experiences.
Back by popular demand, Steep & Paint returns reimagined with the Oregon Botanical Artists—an immersive afternoon of tea tasting, plant exploration, and guided botanical art.
The evening features an illuminated dragon ribbon and fire sword performances by Wei Dai, plus Lotus Dream Dance by Portland Chinese Dance Troupe. Add a reunion dinner at Golden Horse for a truly authentic celebration@
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, 2026 Join Wen Wu School Portland in exploring Dayan, or Wild Goose Qigong, an ancient Chinese movement art developed to promote health, well-being, and longevity. […]
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.
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 […]
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.
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a vibrant local vendor market, hands-on craft activities, Asian cuisine, jewelry, community resources, and traditional Chinese wellness experiences.
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a hands-on culinary experience led by Tommy Ly of GeekEasy at Lan Su Chinese Garden! Join us to learn the art of crafting no-bake snow-skin mooncakes, a contemporary, mochi-like twist on the traditional holiday pastry.
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a hands-on culinary experience led by Tommy Ly of GeekEasy at Lan Su Chinese Garden! Join us to learn the art of crafting no-bake snow-skin mooncakes, a contemporary, mochi-like twist on the traditional holiday pastry.
The evening features an illuminated dragon ribbon and fire sword performances by Wei Dai, plus Lotus Dream Dance by Portland Chinese Dance Troupe. Add a reunion dinner at Golden Horse for a truly authentic celebration@
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.
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a vibrant local vendor market, hands-on craft activities, Asian cuisine, jewelry, community resources, and traditional Chinese wellness experiences.
The evening features an illuminated dragon ribbon and fire sword performances by Wei Dai, plus Lotus Dream Dance by Portland Chinese Dance Troupe. Add a reunion dinner at Golden Horse for a truly authentic celebration@
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 Martial Arts Center is offering an introductory Tai Chi class at Lan Su on Sundays at 10:30AM. This class will introduce the fundamental principles of Tai Chi […]
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.
Brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of native speakers from Oregon Chinese Coalition. 2–4 PM | Sundays, May 3 – September 27, 2026 Practice your Mandarin skills with volunteers from the Oregon Chinese Coalition! Learn useful phrases and words in Mandarin and brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of […]
Sing, play, and explore Chinese music with Alan in an enjoyable and accessible session on Sundays. 3:00 – 4:00 AM | Sundays, May 10 – September 27, 2026 Join Alan for an enjoyable and accessible Chinese music experience! If you love music and are eager to try something new, you are warmly invited to learn […]
Enjoy a quieter pace that still radiates autumn beauty in the garden. Wander the garden paths as the sun sets and the moon rabbit lanterns glow. Additional games and activities will be offered for interactive and family-friendly experiences.
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 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, 2026 Join Wen Wu School Portland in exploring Dayan, or Wild Goose Qigong, an ancient Chinese movement art developed to promote health, well-being, and longevity. […]
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.
Portland artist Joshua Sin invites visitors into his process every Friday in October from 2-4PM. Watch as he builds a traditional Chinese lion head from scratch, right inside Lan Su Chinese Garden. Part of the Lion Reborn exhibition with Lark Pien and Joshua Sin.
Series Overview New to Chinese tea? Tour + Pour offers a welcoming introduction to two timeless Chinese traditions: garden appreciation and tea. Begin with a guided highlights tour exploring the symbolism, stories, and beauty of Lan Su’s classical Chinese garden. Then gather for a hands-on Tea 101 experience where you’ll learn the foundations of Chinese tea culture […]