Portland, OR
Nights of the Golden Flower
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WhereLan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, 97209, United States. Directions
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Thursday, November 5 – Sunday, November 8 | 5:00-7:00 PM | Special tickets required ($0-32) Summary Designers Tickets Parking Accessibility More Festival Events Step into a glowing floral wonderland at Lan Su this autumn In partnership with the PNW Florist Association, our premier evening experience of Chrysanthemum Festival returns to kick off the Floral Design Showcase. Immerse yourself in the illuminated works of 18 talented local floral artists and featured designer Toni Tibbits as they interpret this year’s theme, Golden Blooms Upon Autumn Waters. Plus, enjoy gentle music by Lulu Guzheng Studio, dance performances by YZ Dance Academy, floral jewelry-making, and all-ages fun as you wander among glowing lanterns and vote for your favorite designs of the showcase. Volunteers from the PNW Florist Association help visitors make wearable floral jewelry. (Wild Restless Media) Lan Su’s own horticulture team will create additional chrysanthemum floral installations inspired by autumn, water, and classical Chinese garden aesthetics. Don’t miss this year’s cascading waterfall mums and an incredible 81 varieties of chrysanthemums on display throughout the garden! Thank You to Our Showcase Sponsors! In Partnership With: Sponsored by: Participating Designers Featured Designer: Toni Tibbits Toni is a floral designer, botanical sculptural artist, educator, international floral installation creator, and a Laureate member of the prestigious American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD). She formed a floral and event design company in the Pacific Northwest serving high-profile private individuals and corporations, resulting in world-class events, weddings, and celebrations. Her passion is sharing the craft that she loves with others. She has traveled extensively in the US and abroad related to her floral installation work, most recently to the Arctic, Sweden, Italy, and Belgium. She also recently co-published a floral-focused book, Asian Allure, and been published in various articles and magazines. Selected Floral Artists Angela Hoyt – Flowers By Donna Link Amanda Bayha – Soul Seeds Link Instagram Facebook Anna Arkhangelskaya Instagram Aroa Calvo – Cocobloom Link Instagram Facebook Christine Banuelos – Flowers Now, Cry Later Link Instagram Emily Thompson – Hazy Daisy Floral Co. Link Instagram Hannah Boulier – Living Nature Link Instagram Jayme Rabenberg – Bloommonger Link Instagram Instagram Jenny Shadley Jeremi Carroll – Pollinate Flowers Link Instagram Jessica Taylor Instagram Jordyn Long – Forte Floral Artistry Link Instagram Facebook Kirstin Garber Krista Barnish – Krista Maxine Link Kristina Overlin Laurie Farwell Linda Golaszewski – Rooms in Bloom Link Michael Martin – Blossom Bar Link Instagram Thang Ngo Get Tickets Lan Su Members Plus eligible guests (Learn more) $25.00 General $32.00 Child Ages 5 and under FREE EBT Cardholder Available in-person only; can be purchased in advance $19.00 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. You’re also welcome to lock your bike inside our parking lot fence while you visit us. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets. Lan Su is also easily accessible by bus and MAX with a short 1-2 block walk. Accessibility at Lan Su Lan Su Chinese Garden is an ADA accessible and KultureCity-certified Sensory Inclusive location. Lan Su has a wheelchair accessible route that travels throughout the garden. Almost every area of the garden can be accessed by those using mobility aids, and benches are available throughout the garden. Restrooms are also fully accessible. A Universal Access Map is available at the Ticket Booth and Host Stand—you may borrow a copy to help navigate the garden. Note: The second floor of Yun Shui Teahouse is not wheelchair-friendly at this time as stairs are required for access. The first floor is still ADA accessible. Wheelchairs The garden does not provide wheelchairs, but you are welcome to bring your own. Be aware that some pathways are textured with rock mosaics, which may cause vibration feelings. Caregivers Lan Su honors complimentary entry for one caregiver of each visitor with a mobility issue necessitating an extra helping hand. Sensory Tools Sensory tools are available for checkout from the Ticket Booth year-round, including: Noise-cancelling headphones Strobe-reducing glasses Fidget toys Weighted lap pad Feelings and needs cards VIP lanyard Available quantities may vary. Explore More of Chrysanthemum Festival 3 events found. Events Today Now Now - 11/7/2026 November 7 Select date. Condense Events Series List of events in Photo View Chrysanthemum Floral Design Showcase Nov 5 Chrysanthemum Floral Design Showcase Featured November 5 @ 10:00 AM – November 15 @ 4:30 PM Free Nights of the Golden Flower Nov 6 Nights of the Golden Flower Featured 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM $32 Chrysanthemum Plant Sale Nov 7 Chrysanthemum Plant Sale 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Free Previous Events Today Next Events Subscribe to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live Export .ics file Export Outlook .ics file
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