Vietnamese Traditional Clothing Show & Talk
2026-05-09 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-09 15:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Young female tourist in Vietnamese traditional dress looking at a souvenir shop in Hoi An Ancient town.

Join us for a Vietnamese Traditional Clothing Show and Talk, an engaging program that highlights the beauty and cultural significance of traditional attire through presentation and conversation.

Meet Our Program Partner: Pink Lotus Dance Group

Pink Lotus Dance Group is a Vietnamese dance group dedicated to celebrating and sharing Vietnamese culture through traditional and contemporary dance performances.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Blooms for Mom: Mother’s Day Plant Sale
2026-05-10 09:00 - 17:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Pictured: A selection of plants available at the Mother’s Day Plant Sale

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a joyful morning of blooms, beauty, and garden treasures at Lan Su’s Entrance Plaza. Shop a special selection of rare and unique plants, floral merchandise, and the beloved Camellia sinensis — the remarkable plant that gives us tea.

Lan Su members can have the first chance at these rare flowering plants from 9–10 AM, and the sale opens to everyone 10 AM–5 PM with free public access and no garden admission required.

Curated Plants Chosen by our Horticulturists:

Tea Plant

Camellia sinensis

Azalea “Mandarin Lights”

Hybrid Rhododendron

Chinese Mayapple

Podophyllum pleianthum

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Floral Polaroid Photo Op
2026-05-10 10:00 - 18:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Pictured: A close-up of Blossom Bar’s 2025 Chrysanthemum Festival Floral Design Showcase entry

Capture a beautiful Mother’s Day moment beneath a spring floral arch created by Michael Martin of Blossom Bar. Take home an instant Polaroid keepsake from your day at Lan Su.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Tai Chi Fundamentals
2026-05-10 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-05-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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 Chaun (or Taijiquan) using the Yang Style 24 Posture Form. We will work on posture and body alignment alongside principles of movement and meditation. We will also discuss how Tai Chi blends health, meditation, and martial application.

This class is suitable for all levels but will be particularly helpful for beginners of all ages.

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Meet the Instructors: Many Roads Martial Arts Center

Jenny Lohr, Owner/Instructor

Jenny has been practicing Shaolin Kung Fu and Tai Chi since 2005. As the owner of Many Roads Martial Arts Center, her focus is nurturing a supportive and safe learning environment while challenging everyone to keep growing and improving. Jenny loves the physical and mental challenges of martial arts and is very excited to share them with the students and instructors at the center.

Jay Twitchell, Instructor

Jay has studied various martial arts systems including boxing, wrestling, judo, karate, taekwondo, aikido, hopkido, kumdo, and muay thai kick boxing since he was 10. In other words, he has been used as a punching bag for over 30 years by masters and lifelong practitioners of these systems. His lifetime of experience getting kicked, punched, choked, kneed, elbowed, and thrown are invaluable in teaching others how not to be. Balancing his martial studies, Jay has 20 years of experience as a massage therapist and movement specialist, offering him a deep knowledge of the human body and healthy practice.

Myk Olsen, Instructor

Myk has been a Tai Chi Chuan practitioner since 1997 and has been teaching since 2013. His primary teachers were Gao Jamin and Yu Shaowen. Over the years, Myk has learned a multitude of forms in Yang, Chen, Wu, and Sun styles—both open-hand and weapons (straight sword, broadsword, staff, spear, cane, deerhorn knives, and daggers). While he used to compete in both forms and Push-Hands, Myk now focuses more time on teaching. His teaching style is student-centered and is focused on achieving a balance between the meditative and martial aspects of the forms. Myk also teaches a Tai Chi class specifically geared toward those with mobility and balance issues on Sunday afternoon.

Joel, Instructor

A lifetime student of martial arts, Joel has been training Shaolin Kung Fu and Tai Chi since 1999 and teaching since 2009. His teaching goal is to provide tools to improve every student’s physical, mental, and emotional health in a supportive, encouraging learning environment. Joel’s primary teaching focus is Chen Tai Chi as taught by Master George Xu (Xu Guo Ming). He also teaches our black belt Shaolin curriculum, Yang style Tai Chi, and 5 Element Qi Gong.

Learn more

Or follow them on social media: Facebook | Instagram

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Floral Surprise: Corsage-Making
2026-05-10 11:00 - 15:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Join Michael Martin of Blossom Bar for a cheerful hands-on corsage-making activity inspired by the beauty of spring. Create something fresh and lovely to wear or gift in celebration of Mother’s Day.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

SOLD OUT | Mother’s Day Tea Tasting
2026-05-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-10 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-05-10 15:30 - 16:30 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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Tea Master

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Sunday, May 10 | 12:00 PM & 2:30 PM & 3:30 PM

This special experience is sure to make her feel like royalty. Join Lan Su Tea Master Hannah Ma for an intimate small-group tea tasting exploring the history and stories behind three single-origin teas from China and Taiwan, each paired with floral-themed sweet treats. All moms in attendance will also receive a special gift bag to take home. Seats are limited, so reserve your spot now.

This special tea tasting experience includes:

A private tea tasting with Lan Su Tea Master Hannah Ma

Three garden-inspired sweet treats paired with the spring selections of Chinese and Taiwanese teas from Yun Shui Teahouse.

A Chinese ceramic cup to take home

Full-day admission to Lan Su to enjoy all of the Mother’s Day special experiences at Lan Su

A special gift bag just for the moms

Get Tickets

Seating is very limited for these intimate group tastings, so reserve your seat early. Your ticket includes garden admission on the day of your tasting.

Lan Su Members & Guests: $42.95

Non-Members: $62.95

Meet the Tea Master: Hannah Ma

A Portland native, Hannah grew up drinking tea almost as often as water. Her passion was formally cultivated during her senior year of high school, when she gained extensive experience with diverse tea blends and preparation techniques as a tea-rista at Portal Tea Company (formerly Tea Chai Té). Now a beverage enthusiast of more than six years, Hannah is thrilled to join Lan Su’s Tea Tasting program, where she shares science-based insights into tea’s properties and explores the rich traditions of Chinese-style tea ceremonies.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Chinese Conversation Corner
2026-05-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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 native speakers.

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About Oregon Chinese Coalition

The Oregon Chinese Coalition is a local Chinese organization dedicated to building a connected and united Chinese community that embraces diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, political beliefs, and religious and cultural traditions.

Learn more about OCC

Or follow them on social media: Instagram | Facebook

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Mother’s Day Card Making with Oregon Chinese Coalition
2026-05-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Create a handmade Mother’s Day card with thoughtful touches to share love and appreciation. Hosted with Oregon Chinese Coalition, this drop-in activity is welcoming for guests of all ages.

About Oregon Chinese Coalition

The Oregon Chinese Coalition is a local Chinese organization dedicated to building a connected and united Chinese community that embraces diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, political beliefs, and religious and cultural traditions.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Chinese Song Sing Along
2026-05-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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 a Chinese song, a verse, or even just a single line with Alan. You are also welcome to bring your own instrument and play. Music and singing are wonderful ways to explore culture and connect with others.

This event is open to all—no language background is required.

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Meet the Instructor:

Alan Liang is an accomplished musician skilled in vocal performance, guitar, keyboard, and drums. He is a member of the Huayun Arts Alliance and the founder of the OCC Northwest Music Club. Alan has long been an active supporter of Chinese music and performing arts in the Portland community. He has participated in numerous Lunar New Year celebrations and cultural festivals, making ongoing contributions to the promotion of Chinese music and culture.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Mother’s Day Chinese Song Sing-a-long with Alan Liang
2026-05-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Join Alan Liang for a joyful Mother’s Day Chinese music experience. Open to all, this welcoming program invites guests to celebrate through song, whether you would like to learn a Chinese song, a verse, or even just a single line with Alan. No language background is needed!

About the Musician

Alan Liang is an accomplished musician skilled in vocal performance, guitar, keyboard, and drums. He is a member of the Huayun Arts Alliance and the founder of the OCC Northwest Music Club. Alan has long been an active supporter of Chinese music and performing arts in the Portland community. He has participated in numerous Lunar New Year celebrations and cultural festivals, making ongoing contributions to the promotion of Chinese music and culture.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Limei Lai: Childhood Play Memory Exchange
2026-05-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Artist Limei Lai invites you to participate in a community engagement activity by sharing a moment of your childhood play. What was one of your favorite games? When, where, and with whom did you play?

Roll up your memory and place it in one of the pockets of the fabric pieces hanging in the Scholar’s Courtyard as a temporary home. These textile pieces with the writings will then go to Blackfish Gallery to be hung under a swing to create a communal sculpture.

Note: By placing your memory in the installation, you consent to others reading your writing. All submissions will be recycled after the exhibition period at Lan Su Chinese Garden and Blackfish Gallery.

Artist Statement

Weaving experiences of her 30 years in China and 15 years in the U.S., Limei makes textile pieces about connections and communications. The idea is that memory exchange creates a present communication. It exists in time, makes space, constructs identity, and situates us in a closer connection. She believes that we all have a burning kind heart in us that could share some warmth by creating a communal moment.

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Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Calligraphy Demo
2026-05-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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.

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Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

#PlantWednesday Spotlight
2026-05-13 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.

CANCELED | Calligraphy Demo
2026-05-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Enjoy expert demonstrations and gain insights into the beauty and history of calligraphy.

*Note: The Calligraphy Demo on May 14 has been canceled due to a special event in the garden.

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.

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Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Inner Mongolia Art Theatre
2026-05-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Lan Su is honored to host its second delegation visit from China this May, welcoming the Inner Mongolia Art Theatre, a leading state-affiliated performing arts company from the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.

This special event offers a rare opportunity to experience the distinctive dance and music traditions of Inner Mongolia, bringing the spirit of the great grasslands to Oregon’s only classical Chinese garden. Enjoy vibrant, nomadic inspired performances featuring throat singing, horse head fiddle, long tune songs, and more.

The first hour will feature a live performance, followed by a second hour of meet and greet, where visitors can engage in close up interactions with master musicians, dancers, and calligraphers for a more personal and immersive cultural experience.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Wild Goose Qigong
2026-05-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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. Drop-in participation welcome!

Wild Goose (“Dayan” 大雁 in Chinese) Qigong is an ancient Chinese Taoist movement art that nurtures one’s inner energy – Qi – and restores a healthy mind and body. The 64 movement first set mimics the wild goose, a highly revered animal of ancient China. With regular practice one can learn to access Qi for self-healing, restore vital energy, and strengthen one’s immune system to promote a healthy, balanced, and long life. Join Wen Wu School Portland for weekly Wild Goose Qigong practice classes, which include tai chi warm-ups, acupressure self-massage, and walking meditation through the Garden.

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Learn more about Wild Goose Qigong »

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Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Music in The Garden
2026-05-15 12:00 - 15:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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 vertical musical instrument. The guzheng is a traditional Chinese stringed instrument with 21 strings and movable bridges.

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Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Garden Tea Tasting with Hannah Ma (1 PM)
2026-05-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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Tea Master

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Series Overview

This spring, take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting Series (March–May), led by tea master Hannah Ma. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and explore the stories behind centuries of tea culture. Your ticket includes admission to Lan Su Chinese Garden on the day of your tasting.

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.

Full Series Schedule

Saturdays & Sundays, March 21–April 26 | 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM

Fridays & Sundays, May 1–May 31 | 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM

Get Tickets

Seating is very limited for these intimate group tastings, so reserve your seat early. Your ticket includes garden admission on the day of your tasting.

Lan Su Members & Guests: $36.95

Non-Members: $55.95

Note: A $0.95 service fee is reflected in each paid ticket

Meet the Tea Master: Hannah Ma

A Portland native, Hannah grew up drinking tea almost as often as water. Her passion was formally cultivated during her senior year of high school, when she gained extensive experience with diverse tea blends and preparation techniques as a tea-rista at Portal Tea Company (formerly Tea Chai Té). Now a beverage enthusiast of more than six years, Hannah is thrilled to join Lan Su’s Tea Tasting program, where she shares science-based insights into tea’s properties and explores the rich traditions of Chinese-style tea ceremonies.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Threading Together Show & Tell: The Philippines
2026-05-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Come join us for Threading Together Show & Tell, an interactive visitor experience that brings the stories behind traditional attire to life. This program is part of our Threading Together: AANHPI Traditional Attire Exhibit.

On May 15, step into traditional Filipino style with the Filipino American Friendship Club of Oregon.

Explore the meaning, history, and cultural significance of the garments featured in our exhibition through conversation and shared storytelling. Engage with cultural representatives, ask questions, and enjoy a show and tell display of additional pieces that deepen the connection between dress and identity, heritage, and artistry.

Whether you are curious about fabrics, symbolism, or the people behind the garments, this experience invites you to look closer and connect more deeply with the living traditions they represent.

Meet Our Program Partner: Filipino American Friendship Club of Oregon

Founded in 1978, they are a community of Filipino American families working together across generations to pass on the heritage of the Philippines to their children.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Steep & Paint: Peony with Rhiannon Leonard
2026-05-15 14:00 - 17:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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Enjoy a blossom-filled afternoon at the beautiful Lan Su Chinese Garden with the return of Steep & Paint. With all materials provided and admission included, all you need to bring is yourself!

We’re bringing this series back by popular demand and newly reimagined in partnership with the Oregon Botanical Artists (OBA). This immersive afternoon experience invites you to slow down, look closely, and connect with plants through tea, conversation, and hands-on art-making. Our May 15 Peony session with Rhiannon Leonard will use pencil, ink, and watercolor as the medium.

Each session weaves together horticulture, tea culture, and botanical art in a relaxed, welcoming setting:

Learn the plant up close: A Lan Su gardener leads a close-up botanical show-and-tell, sharing seasonal plant facts, cultural stories, and growing insights.

Taste the season: Enjoy a sampling of seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse.

Create botanical art: An OBA artist guides a full botanical art class inspired by the featured plant.

Whether you’re returning to Steep & Paint or joining for the first time, this refreshed program offers an even richer way to experience Lan Su. Bring a friend with you and let’s Steep & Paint together!

Meet the Instructor: Rhiannon Leonard

“Poppy” by Rhiannon Leonard

Rhiannon Leonard is passionate about the intersection of art & botany and explores the emotional benefits of slowing down to draw the plants around us. Teaching for over 15 years in Portland, she is dedicated to making her classes accessible through community education & lower cost programming.

Meet Our Partner: Oregon Botanical Artists (OBA)

Oregon Botanical Artists is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting contemporary botanical art while honoring its long-standing traditions. Founded in 2012, the organization supports a diverse community of artists who celebrate the beauty and diversity of plant life through detailed and scientifically informed artwork. Oregon Botanical Artists is affiliated with the American Society of Botanical Artists as an Artists Circle.

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Steep & Paint Need to Know

Each class session is independent — participants are welcome to register for any individual class without attending others.

Registration fee includes full-day admission to Lan Su Chinese Garden.

Get Tickets

Lan Su Members & Guests: $56.95

General: $66.95

Note: A $0.95 service fee is reflected in each paid ticket

Full Series Schedule

Set a new monthly Friday tradition, or treat someone special to an amazing afternoon of creativity!

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Garden Tea Tastings with Hannah Ma (3 PM)
2026-05-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon 臥虎藏龍 (35mm) - Benefit Screening at Hollywood Theatre
2026-05-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Hollywood Theatre, 4122 NE Sandy Boulevard, Portland, Oregon, 97212, United States
Film Summary

Kungfu Demo

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Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon “臥虎藏龍” (2000) returns to the big screen in support of Lan Su Chinese Garden this Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month! All proceeds from this benefit screening go toward our work maintaining one of the most authentic classical Chinese gardens outside of China.

Prior to the film, guests will be treated to an exciting demonstration by Summit Wushu Academy, so be sure to grab your seat early!

About the Film

Directed by Ang Lee, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon “臥虎藏龍” follows warrior Li Mu Bai (Chow Yun-Fat) in 19th-century Qing Dynasty China who gives his sword, Green Destiny, to his lover Yu Shu Lien (Michelle Yeoh) to deliver for safe keeping—until it is stolen, and the chase is on to find it. Co-starring Zhang Ziyi as Jen Yu and an original score featuring cello solos from Yo-Yo Ma, Crouching TIger, Hidden Dragon is a martial arts masterpiece and considered one of the greatest films of the 21st Century.

Special Performance: Summit Wushu Academy

Summit Wushu Academy was opened in 2012 by brothers Phillip and Peter Dang. With 25 years of experience of training and previously representing the United States National Wushu Team on the World stage, some of their students have also achieved awards in both national and international competitions.

Sifu Phillip is now working in stunts in the film industry and can be seen in recent films such as The Paper Tigers and Mulan. The school is currently led by Sifu Peter, who teaches out of his passion to spread the art and joy of Wushu.

Did you know? “Wushu,” also known as Kungfu, is the Chinese term for “martial arts.” Its movements combine speed, power, and flexibility with grace and precision.

Get Tickets

Tickets for this event are sold through Hollywood Theatre, with all proceeds benefitting Lan Su Chinese Garden.

General: $12.00

Students & Seniors: $10.00

Hollywood Theatre Members: $9.00

Location: Hollywood Theatre

Please note this is an off-site event at Hollywood Theatre in NE Portland. The event does not take place at Lan Su Chinese Garden, but it is a fundraiser for our organization.

The auditorium for this screening is ADA accessible.

Cultural Immersion Saturday: India
2026-05-16 00:00 - 23:59 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
Each Saturday in May highlights a unique AANHPI culture, with community partners taking the lead on experiences, performances, and vendors to showcase their heritage.

Join us Saturday, May 16, as Kalabharathi School of Dance brings us a full day honoring and celebrating Indian culture.

Schedule of Events

TimeProgramDetails10:00 AM to 6:00 PMFood & Retail VendorsSilSila The Flaming TandoorIndian-Style Jewelry & Accessories Sale1:00 PMCultural PerformanceClassical Indian Dance Bharathanatyam Performance2:00 PMCulture CornerIndian Saree Dressing Demonstration2:30 PMCulture CornerKolam: Indian House Decorating3:00 PMCultural PerformanceClassical Indian Dance Bharathanatyam Performance

Meet the Community Partner:

Kalabharathi School of Dance is a premier dance institution and performance company dedicated to preserving and sharing the traditions of Bharatanatyam. Celebrating 29 years in Oregon, it is an approved center for Bharatanatyam certification through APAA, India.

With over 100 students, Kalabharathi is known for its award-winning productions, community collaborations, and performances across Oregon and Washington. The school has also presented more than 29 Arangetrams over the past 15 years, supporting students in reaching important milestones in their artistic journey.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Indian Saree Dressing Demonstration
2026-05-16 14:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
The beautiful saree, a traditional garment worn by Indian women, reflects India’s rich history, culture, and aesthetic heritage.In this demonstration, a saree specialist will show how to wear a sari properly and elegantly, while also explaining the role of the saree in Indian tradition and its cultural significance.

Meet the Community Partner:

Kalabharathi School of Dance is a premier dance institution and performance company dedicated to preserving and sharing the traditions of Bharatanatyam. Celebrating 29 years in Oregon, it is an approved center for Bharatanatyam certification through APAA, India.

With over 100 students, Kalabharathi is known for its award-winning productions, community collaborations, and performances across Oregon and Washington. The school has also presented more than 29 Arangetrams over the past 15 years, supporting students in reaching important milestones in their artistic journey.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Kolam: Indian House Decorating
2026-05-16 14:30 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
“Kolam” is a traditional form of Indian folk art, originally created as decorative patterns drawn at the entrance of homes. These intricate designs were intended to form a symbolic maze that would trap evil spirits and prevent them from entering the house.In this art and craft activity, visitors will have the opportunity to experience and create Kolam patterns firsthand.

Meet the Community Partner:

Kalabharathi School of Dance is a premier dance institution and performance company dedicated to preserving and sharing the traditions of Bharatanatyam. Celebrating 29 years in Oregon, it is an approved center for Bharatanatyam certification through APAA, India.

With over 100 students, Kalabharathi is known for its award-winning productions, community collaborations, and performances across Oregon and Washington. The school has also presented more than 29 Arangetrams over the past 15 years, supporting students in reaching important milestones in their artistic journey.

Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

Weiqi/Go Teaching and Demonstrating
2026-05-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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, also known as Go, holds the distinction of being the oldest continuously played strategy game globally, with origins dating back at least 3,500 years. While its rules can be grasped in mere minutes, the game’s strategies and historical significance are vast. As part of our ongoing cultural programs, the Portland Go Club will provide teachings and demonstrations on the rules, strategies, and history of Weiqi, considered one of the four traditional Scholarly Arts. Attendees will have the opportunity to observe live demonstrations and engage in Weiqi gameplay with volunteers from the Portland Go Club.

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About the Portland Go Club

The Portland Go Club, established in 1977, has been facilitating Go/Weiqi meetups and events for nearly 50 years in the Portland area. The club hosts two weekly gatherings for players of all skill levels to play and learn about the game and its strategies. PGC hosts various community events including an annual Statewide tournament, workshops taught by Professional Weiqi players, educational tabling at cultural events, and workshops for new players. We welcome players of all experience levels and are happy to teach new players at any of our meetups.

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Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.
