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Private Events

Portland’s Most Unique Private Event Venue

Winding walkways, a bridged lake and open pavilions frame an exquisitely arranged landscape of plants, water, stone, architecture, and poetry. Lan Su Chinese Garden is the perfect backdrop for any occasion you wish to celebrate.

Looking to host and intimate dinner for 50 or a receptionfor up to 300 guests? The garden is the enchanting location for celebrations large or small. Lan Su’s catering partner is able to provide you withdelectable food and beverage, plus arrange for all of your equipment needs. 

The garden and Teahouse can be rented before or after regular public hours. Within walking distance from all downtown hotels and a five-minute MAX train ride from the Oregon Convention Center, the garden is the easy venue for your next private event.

An Authentic Chinese Teahouse

This heated, two-story pavilion is available year round andcan accommodate up to 50 guests. Furnished with authentic, artisan Chinese furniture and hanging lanterns it has unsurpassed views of Lake Zither and the garden. Thisnot-to-be-found-anywhere-else venue offers you and your guests a spectacular event experience.

Planning Your Private Event

VT Group manages event rentals at Lan Su Chinese Garden.Their knowledgeable staff will assist you with all your event needs, includingbooking, site tours, catering, and equipment rentals.

VT Group catering partners are the exclusive providers of food and beverage at Lan Su. For weddings, your catering options include Food in Bloom Catering and Vibrant Table Catering & Events.

Private Event Rental Rates

2013 Peak Season Rates

(June - September*)

  • $3,000 -- Saturday
  • $2,700 -- Friday or Sunday
  • $2,400 -- Monday-Thursday
  • $1,000 -- Teahouse addition (can be added to any above rental, not available individually) 
  • $500 -- Morning ceremony only (Monday-Friday, 8:00-10:00 a.m., standing only-no chairs)

2013 Off Season Rates

(January – May and October*)

  • $1,500 -- Saturday
  • $1,350 -- Friday or Sunday
  • $1,200 -- Monday-Thursday
  • $500 -- Teahouse addition (can be added to any above rental, not available individually)
  • $250 -- Morning ceremony only (Monday-Friday, 8:00-10:00 a.m., standing only-no chairs)

2013 Winter Rates

(November - December*)

Maximum of 50 guests for all winter rentals. Teahouse access is included for winter rentals, unless otherwise noted.

  • $1,000 -- Saturday
  • $800 -- Monday-Friday and Sunday
  • $500 -- Monday-Thursday, Garden Only (Excludes Teahouse)
  • $250 -- Morning ceremony only (Monday-Friday, 8:00-10:00 a.m., standing only--no chairs)

*Events during April-October are 7:00-11:00 p.m., and events during November-March are 6:00-10:00 p.m.

Contact

For more information about weddings at Lan Su Chinese Garden, please contact Krystal Kelch at 503.734.5512 or send Krystal an email.


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Event Rental Frequently Asked Questions

Download a list of the most frequently asked questions in renting Lan Su Chinese Garden for your private event. Answers include information on access to the garden before your event, limitations on the type of alcohol, and what deposits are required.

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