2026 Featured Experiences
Top Can’t-Miss Festivals
WINTER
Lunar New Year & Lantern Viewing Evenings
February 17 – March 8, 2026
Lan Su is home to the most iconic Lunar New Year celebration in the Pacific Northwest! Explore the garden adorned with dazzling lantern sculptures from China and take part in interactive cultural activities that bring the celebration to life. It’s a must-see both day and night!
SPRING
Mùlán (木蘭): The Magnolia Festival
March 20 – April 26, 2026
Wander through stunning floral displays, discover the flower’s lasting meaning in Chinese art and literature, and enjoy seasonal tours and hands-on activities for all ages. Your inner scholar is calling—follow it to Lan Su!
SPRING
AANHPI Heritage Month: Celebrate Our Stories
May 1-31, 2026
Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month at one of our community’s best spots for cultural exploration. Discover and honor the history, traditions, and arts that make up the rich tapestry of AANHPI cultures through demos, performances, hands-on activities, and more.
SUMMER
Lian (蓮): The Lotus Festival
July 3 – August 22, 2026
Lian (蓮): The Lotus Festival celebrates the beauty, culture, and symbolism of the lotus through a vibrant series of experiences at Lan Su Chinese Garden. Guests can enjoy blooming lotus displays, live guzheng music, artisan vendors, culinary demonstrations, family activities, plant tours, hands-on art workshops, and more inspired by the season’s signature flower.
Summer
Lion Dance & Kung Fu Weekends
August 28 – September 6, 2026
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.
Fall
Mid-Autumn Festival
Save the date: September 25-27, 2026
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with bunnies, mooncakes, storytime, cultural performances, craft activities, and more! Join us for both daytime fun and evening excitement:
Mid-Autumn Across Asia
During regular hours
Mid-Autumn Night Out
After-hours ticketed event
Get a taste now by exploring last year’s events:
FALL
Chrysanthemum Festival
November 5-22, 2026
From dazzling floral artistry to hands-on learning opportunities, Chrysanthemum Festival is one of our most anticipated annual celebrations—and an unforgettable way to experience Lan Su in fall.
Evening Experience
Nights of the Golden Flower
November 5-8 | 5:00-7:00 PM | Sensory Night: Nov. 14
Immerse yourself in the illuminated works of 18 talented local floral artists and featured designer Toni Tibbets, alongside dance performances and floral jewelry-making.
Winter
Dongzhi (冬至): Winter Solstice
Save the date: December 2026
Step into a glowing winter wonderland and experience the magic of the Winter Solstice in Portland’s only authentic Chinese garden.
Anything But Christmas Tree Showcase
Dec. 4-30
Meet Asian Santa
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saturdays & Sundays, Dec. 5-6, 12-13, & 19-20
Evening Experience
Dongzhi: A Chinese Holiday Party
Dec. 11, 12, 18, & 19; Sensory Night: Dec. 20
Weekly Cultural Experiences
April through December
The warmer months bring a variety of activities to the garden, including Tai Chi, Chinese conversation, live music, and more. These programs are FREE with Lan Su membership or admission!
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There’s rarely a day at Lan Su without something unique and exciting to capture your attention and enhance your visit. Learn more about cultural programs, art exhibits, tours, and other ways to engage further.
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