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Celebrate Lunar New Year at Lan Su Chinese Garden with daytime festivities for all ages.
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From free events to the iconic celebration at Lan Su, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the year of the Fire Horse.
Experience a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration you won’t find anywhere else in Portland! Lan Su glows in the evenings with stunning lantern sculptures, a magical zodiac animals light show, and an illuminated Dragon Dance procession. 5:30–7:00 PM & 7:30–9:00 PM Every Wednesday–Sunday, February 18 – March 1, 2026 | Separate Tickets Required Lan Su Members […]
Experience a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration you won’t find anywhere else in Portland! Lan Su glows in the evenings with stunning lantern sculptures, a magical zodiac animals light show, and an illuminated Dragon Dance procession. 5:30–7:00 PM & 7:30–9:00 PM Every Wednesday–Sunday, February 18 – March 1, 2026 | Separate Tickets Required Lan Su Members […]
Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
Experience a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration you won’t find anywhere else in Portland! Lan Su glows in the evenings with stunning lantern sculptures, a magical zodiac animals light show, and an illuminated Dragon Dance procession. 5:30–7:00 PM & 7:30–9:00 PM Every Wednesday–Sunday, February 18 – March 1, 2026 | Separate Tickets Required Lan Su Members […]
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
Hop on your bikes as a family for a weekly bike ride! This is an all-ages/all-abilities ride from Southeast Portland to the PSU Farmers’ Market. This ride helps support local farmers, bakers, and makers of all kinds and builds community in a relaxed, informal setting. Rides are on every Saturday the market is open (year […]
Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]
Portland Parks Environmental Education is starting a new program called Explore Your Park series! These pop-up events will have a scavenger hunt, creature feature, and fun hands-on activities to help participants learn about the plants and animals that call that park home. The program is free, open to all ages, and drop in style. Come […]
Experience a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration you won’t find anywhere else in Portland! Lan Su glows in the evenings with stunning lantern sculptures, a magical zodiac animals light show, and an illuminated Dragon Dance procession. 5:30–7:00 PM & 7:30–9:00 PM Every Wednesday–Sunday, February 18 – March 1, 2026 | Separate Tickets Required Lan Su Members […]
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
Experience a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration you won’t find anywhere else in Portland! Lan Su glows in the evenings with stunning lantern sculptures, a magical zodiac animals light show, and an illuminated Dragon Dance procession. 5:30–7:00 PM & 7:30–9:00 PM Every Wednesday–Sunday, February 18 – March 1, 2026 | Separate Tickets Required Lan Su Members […]
Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]
Portland Parks Environmental Education is starting a new program called Explore Your Park series! These pop-up events will have a scavenger hunt, creature feature, and fun hands-on activities to help participants learn about the plants and animals that call that park home. The program is free, open to all ages, and drop in style. Come […]
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
Hop on your bikes as a family for a weekly bike ride! This is an all-ages/all-abilities ride from Southeast Portland to the PSU Farmers’ Market. This ride helps support local farmers, bakers, and makers of all kinds and builds community in a relaxed, informal setting. Rides are on every Saturday the market is open (year […]
Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]
Mark your calendars for the 10th Annual Lunar New Year Dragon Dance and Celebration, organized by the Portland Chinatown Museum and co-presented with the Oregon Historical Society. Welcome the Year of the Horse on Saturday, March 7, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Local lion dance teams and community performers will join PCM to kick off […]
Opening Day of the 52nd Season of the Portland Saturday Market is March 7! The day will be full of fun, shopping, music, and unique experiences… check the event host's site for more details as they become available.
Portland Parks Environmental Education is starting a new program called Explore Your Park series! These pop-up events will have a scavenger hunt, creature feature, and fun hands-on activities to help participants learn about the plants and animals that call that park home. The program is free, open to all ages, and drop in style. Come […]
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]
The Wild Coast Final Festival is celebrating its 3rd year of bringing wildlife and conservation films from renowned regional and international storytellers to Astoria, OR, highlighting stories of untamed wildness and the indomitable human spirit. With film blocks spanning wildlife, adventure and science, screenings will be held at the historic Columbian Theater. The four days […]
The Wild Coast Final Festival is celebrating its 3rd year of bringing wildlife and conservation films from renowned regional and international storytellers to Astoria, OR, highlighting stories of untamed wildness and the indomitable human spirit. With film blocks spanning wildlife, adventure and science, screenings will be held at the historic Columbian Theater. The four days […]
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
The Wild Coast Final Festival is celebrating its 3rd year of bringing wildlife and conservation films from renowned regional and international storytellers to Astoria, OR, highlighting stories of untamed wildness and the indomitable human spirit. With film blocks spanning wildlife, adventure and science, screenings will be held at the historic Columbian Theater. The four days […]
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
Enjoy a free family fishing event at Commonwealth Park Lake! Commonwealth Park is located at at 1095 SW Huntington Ave, Portland, OR 97225. This is an open fishing opportunity where participants will receive guidance from community mentors in the art of fishing. FISHING GEAR PROVIDED WITH REGISTRATION! Rod & Reel Bait & Tackle Registration is […]
Hop on your bikes as a family for a weekly bike ride! This is an all-ages/all-abilities ride from Southeast Portland to the PSU Farmers’ Market. This ride helps support local farmers, bakers, and makers of all kinds and builds community in a relaxed, informal setting. Rides are on every Saturday the market is open (year […]
Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]
The Wild Coast Final Festival is celebrating its 3rd year of bringing wildlife and conservation films from renowned regional and international storytellers to Astoria, OR, highlighting stories of untamed wildness and the indomitable human spirit. With film blocks spanning wildlife, adventure and science, screenings will be held at the historic Columbian Theater. The four days […]
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
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