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Lian (蓮): The Lotus Festival
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 […]
Free
Sunday, August 16, 2026
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August 16, 2026 –Tai Chi Fundamentals
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August 16, 2026 –Weiqi/Go Teaching and Demonstrating
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August 16, 2026 –Garden Tea Tastings (11:30 AM)
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August 16, 2026 –Garden Tea Tastings (1:00 PM)
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August 16, 2026 –Chinese Conversation Corner
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August 16, 2026 –Garden Tea Tastings (2:30 PM)
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August 16, 2026 –Chinese Song Sing Along
Tai Chi Fundamentals
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 […]
Free
Weiqi/Go Teaching and Demonstrating
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 […]
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Garden Tea Tastings (11:30 AM)
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.
$37 – $56
Garden Tea Tastings (1:00 PM)
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.
$37 – $56
Chinese Conversation Corner
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 […]
Free
Garden Tea Tastings (2:30 PM)
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.
$37 – $56
Chinese Song Sing Along
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 […]
Free
Monday, August 17, 2026
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August 17, 2026 –Garden Tea Tastings (11:30 AM)
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August 17, 2026 –Garden Tea Tastings (1:00 PM)
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August 17, 2026 –Garden Tea Tastings (2:30 PM)
Garden Tea Tastings (11:30 AM)
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.
$37 – $56
Garden Tea Tastings (1:00 PM)
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.
$37 – $56
Garden Tea Tastings (2:30 PM)
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.
$37 – $56
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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August 18, 2026 –Story Time: Nezha (哪吒) the Lotus Warrior
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August 18, 2026 –Calligraphy Demo
Story Time: Nezha (哪吒) the Lotus Warrior
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! […]
Free
Calligraphy Demo
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 […]
Free
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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August 19, 2026 –#PlantWednesday Spotlight
#PlantWednesday Spotlight
Join our horticulture team every Wednesday for a tour diving into a plant in its peak, gardening tips, and more.
Free with admission or membership
Thursday, August 20, 2026
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August 20, 2026 –Calligraphy Demo
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August 20, 2026 –Plant Tour: The Lotus of Lan Su
Calligraphy Demo
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 […]
Free
Plant Tour: The Lotus of Lan Su
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 […]
Free
Friday, August 21, 2026
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August 21, 2026 –Wild Goose Qigong
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August 21, 2026 –Music in The Garden
Wild Goose Qigong
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. […]
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Music in The Garden
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 […]
Free
Saturday, August 22, 2026
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