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THUNOV 5
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
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Chrysanthemum Festival

Celebrate the beauty of fall at Lan Su Chinese Garden’s annual Chrysanthemum Festival! Families can explore a colorful display of 81 chrysanthemum varieties, admire cascading blooms and creative floral sculptures, and discover the flower’s...
SATNOV 7
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Talks & LecturesWorkshopsToursParks & NatureHiking & WalkingCultural Heritage

Pine Pruning Demonstration

Pruning pines to achieve the look they have in spaces like Portland Japanese Garden requires meticulous care and years of learning. In this demonstration, Pete Putnicki, Japanese Pruning Specialist and former Senior Gardener at Seattle Japanese Garden, will discuss the...
SATNOV 14
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
VolunteeringParks & NatureCultural Heritage

Volunteer Stewardship at the Sandy River Delta

Join the Estuary Partnership, Confluence, local Indigenous partners, and the US Forest Service as we work together on the repatriation and rematriation of the Sandy River Delta. This work is being done through land tending and traditional...

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SUNNOV 8
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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WorkshopsCultural HeritageBilingual EventsCraftsKids (5-11)Parks & Nature

Natural pigments: Corn and Mexican marigold

This event is full, but you can still join the waitlist.

Bilingual! In this class, we will explore the colors of corn and Mexican marigold, both native Mexican plants cultivated in Portland, which adorn and honor our transcended ancestors. We will learn about their use in art and how to create beautiful, eco-friendly artworks rooted in the worldview of ancient Mexico regarding death and its relationship with the earth.

Cost: free
Ages: 7 years and older. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Difficulty: easy
Advanced registration is required. Space is limited.

To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. For a list of locations where dogs are allowed on leash, review the pets policy page.

Metro is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Oregon’s disability laws. Service animals are welcome at all Metro properties per Oregon Revised Statute, Chapter 659A.143 and federal law. The term “service animal” does not include pets, emotional support or therapy animals.

FRINOV 27
Hours not provided
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Holidays & SeasonalCultural HeritageCraftsParks & NatureTea

Holiday Weekends at the Garden

Celebrate the season with a little holiday magic at Portland Japanese Garden. For three special weekends, experience the Garden’s traditional winter decorations, shop for thoughtful Japanese and Japanese-inspired gifts, and have your purchases beautifully wrapped in cloth...
SATNOV 21
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Parks & NatureCultural HeritageVolunteering

Fall Planting and Giveaway

Portland, OR

We invite everyone to honor the land, uplift Indigenous Food Sovereignty, and support the garden that nourishes our community year-round.

THUNOV 5
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💰 $32DanceVarietyCultural HeritageHolidays & SeasonalCraftsWorld MusicParks & Nature

Nights of the Golden Flower

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...

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