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The covered walkways at Lan Su Chinese Garden in Northwest Portland's Old Town Chinatown make it a year-round visitor attraction.

Chinese American Community

Connect with the city's historic and vital Chinese American community.

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The covered walkways at Lan Su Chinese Garden in Northwest Portland's Old Town Chinatown make it a year-round visitor attraction.

From 1880 to 1910 Portland’s Chinatown was second in size only to San Francisco’s. Today, the growing Chinese population is spread throughout the city, as are a variety of Chinese-owned businesses, Chinese schools and activities.

Cultural Communities

Chinese American Community

Learn more about the city's rich Chinese American history and present day.

Chinese American Culture

Check out these places to experience Portland's Chinese American heritage.

Chinese American History

Learn more about the Rose City's strong Chinese American legacy.

Chinese American Events

Celebrate Chinese American Portland with two major festivals in the winter and spring.

Lan Su Chinese Garden

An authentic Ming Dynasty style garden built by Suzhou artisans, Lan Su Chinese Garden offers a peaceful escape in Portland's historic Chinatown district.

Go for a stroll

Annual Events

Find community and discover local artists and makers at these events.

Jade International Night Market

Thousands gather every August in Southeast Portland to celebrate the Jade District’s diverse immigrant community at the Jade International Night Market.

Lunar New Year Celebrations in Portland

Portland hosts its own Japanese Mochitsuki Festival, Vietnamese Tet Festival and multiple Chinese New Year events.

My People’s Market Spotlights Local Entrepreneurs of Color

My People’s Market showcases local entrepreneurs and makers of color, connecting them with industry professionals and consumers.