Explore Washington Park

Public Tour: Conifer Collection
2025-08-31 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-14 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Explore one of Hoyt Arboretum’s three nationally-accredited collections with a knowledgeable guide. Public Tours will follow routes to highlight the Magnolia Collection in the spring, the Conifer Collection in the summer, and the Maple Collection in the fall. Public Tours are volunteer-led and run every Sunday at 11am through October. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required at the Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center.

Tree Time! Preschool Walk
2025-09-01 10:00 - 11:15, 2025-09-06 10:00 - 11:15, 2025-09-08 10:00 - 11:15, 2025-09-13 10:00 - 11:15, 2025-09-15 10:00 - 11:15 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Tree Time! preschool walks are a safe and fun way to get outside with your little one. Come 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 Arboretum. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.

Tai Chi: Introduction to Better Balance
2025-09-01 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Many tai chi moves use images from nature—stable as a pine, flowing like a river, hands moving as clouds. Enjoying tai chi in the Arboretum allows us to connect deeply to that imagery. Each week we will explore movements which are relaxing, help improve focus and balance, and nurture rooted in the moment. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.

Qigong
2025-09-03 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-09-10 09:30 - 10:30 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Looking to slow down, breathe deeper, and move with intention? Join instructor Steven for a calming Qigong session beneath the canopy of the Hoyt Arboretum. Qigong (pronounced “chee-gong”) is an ancient practice from Chinese medicine that combines gentle movements, breathwork, and mindful posture to cultivate a deep sense of inner peace. The low-impact meditative nature makes it great for all levels whether you’re looking to reduce stress, improve balance, or feel a little more grounded. Come move with the rhythm of nature and leave feeling refreshed—body and mind. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.

Hike with Hoyt
2025-09-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Explore Hoyt Arboretum’s trails on a guided hike! Learn the trails, see the Arboretum’s highlights, and meet a new community of outdoor enthusiasts. Reserve your spot in-person the day of the hike at the front desk inside the Visitor Center. Each hike is limited to 15 participants. Hikers should expect to cover up to 4 miles on a mix of packed dirt, gravel, and paved trails. The hiking pace will be approximately 2 miles per hour. Hoyt Arboretum’s trails are well-graded but there is some elevation change (and occasionally stairs). Hikes will last 90 minutes to 2 hours and take place rain or shine.

Cultural Performance: Shinobue Flute & Piano Performance by Maido Mind
2025-09-03 13:15 - 14:15 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Join us for a free musical performance featuring shinobue flute and a piano performance by Maido Mind. This cultural performance will be held from 1:15 to 2:15pm in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center.

Basic Principles: Tai Chi & Qigong
2025-09-03 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Join Jim Dalton Wednesday afternoons to continue your practice and advance your movements as you build the foundations of mind and body. Learn weight-bearing and non-weight-bearing stances, correct body alignment and posture, and follow coordinated movements. Slow, continuous, circular and flowing positions have been proven to improve mental well-being, balance, self-confidence, independence and overall health. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.

Arborists in the Arboretum
2025-09-06 08:00 - 21:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
On Saturday, September 6, more than 100 professional arborists from across the Portland region will volunteer their expertise to care for Hoyt Arboretum’s global tree collection. Now in its 38th year, the Arborists in the Arboretum event has become a beloved tradition in the city’s tree care community — and an essential part of keeping the more than 6,000 trees at Hoyt Arboretum healthy and thriving. Arborists in the Arboretum begins at 8:00 AM and continues until 12:00 PM on Saturday, September 6. The Arboretum remains open during its normal hours, 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Park users are encouraged to stop by the Visitor Center, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM for maps and information about navigating around work sites during the event. Trails around the Redwood Collection including Wildwood Trail will be impacted by arborist work, and hikers should expect detours to be in place for the duration of the work. While the public cannot directly participate, visitors are welcome to observe professional tree care activities from a safe distance. Highlights often include arborists climbing into the canopy, chainsaw work, and pruning.

Member Garden Tour
2025-09-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Join one of our volunteer guides on a free Garden tour for members and their guests only, during member hours. Our knowledgeable tour guides, some of whom have been patrons of Portland Japanese Garden for decades, will provide members with interesting and informative cultural, historical, and horticultural information about the Garden. Whether you just joined as a member for the first time, or have been a long-time supporter, guided tours can provide new insights into the vision of the Garden and its place in the community.

Family Studio
2025-09-06 10:00 - 2025-09-07 17:30, 2025-09-13 10:00 - 2025-09-14 17:30 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Perfect for visitors of all ages, this dedicated space invites families to sit down, pick an activity, and linger during their visit to the Garden. Whether you’re folding intricate origami creations or coloring vibrant pages inspired by the beauty of the Garden, there’s something to spark creativity and joy. This interactive space offers a welcoming environment for all to explore their artistic side, providing a relaxing and engaging experience for both children and adults alike. Take a moment to unwind, create, and connect with nature through these hands-on activities.

Trees For All Public Tour
2025-09-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Trees For All Public Tours are held the first Sunday of every month, May – October. This guided tour will be 1/2 mile along the paved trails around the Visitor Center and to the Viewpoint off Overlook Trail featuring angiosperms, gymnosperms, and native plants along the way. This is a free tour. Please sign up at the front desk in the Visitor Center on the day of the tour.

Forest Field Day: SEEDS
2025-09-10 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Join us in September to experience a variety of sensational SEEDS! Through hands-on activities, exploration, story-telling and more we will dive into the tiny world of seeds. What makes them important? How do they travel? How do they develop into a new plant? You will leave with a new appreciation for the lifecycle of plants. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.

Cultural Demonstration: Tea Ceremony
2025-09-10 13:15 - 14:15 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Portland Japanese Garden will offer free public demonstrations of Chadō, the Way of Tea, at the Cathy Rudd Cultural Corner in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center from 1:15 – 2:15pm. The Way of Tea is intrinsically linked to Japanese gardens and understanding the kokoro (heart) of Japanese gardening.

Make a Great Photo!
2025-09-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
The world’s most advanced camera is in your pocket! However, if you are like most people, you only use a fraction of what your mobile phone camera can do – many amazing features are hidden and are not intuitive. Learn how to master the features in your mobile camera, and discover hidden tools that will change the way you shoot pictures. Join instructor Rhonda Dorsett as she helps you learn ways to make your photos more engaging with many tips and technique. The process will be approachable through the use of simple terms and visual demonstrations with plenty of time for questions and personal attention. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.

Ohara School of Ikebana Show: Solo Exhibition by Master Professor Hirokazu Yokohigashi
2025-09-13 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-14 10:00 - 16:30 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Visit Portland Japanese Garden to see a special two-day ikebana exhibition featuring arrangements created by visiting Master Professor Hirokazu Yokohigashi in the Pavilion. The solo exhibition will showcase his exquisite artistry in arrangements made for participants attending the North American Ohara Teacher’s Association’s annual conference in Portland. Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, has been translated as “living flowers” or “giving life to flowers,” and is unique from other approaches to flower arrangement.

Storytime in the Family Studio
2025-09-13 10:30 - 23:30 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Join us on Saturday, September 13 at 10:30am for a special Children’s Storytime in the Family Studio! In celebration of the upcoming International Day of Peace (September 21), join us for a heartwarming storytime filled with tales of peace, friendship, and community. Perfect for families and young readers, this event features a selection of stories specially chosen for children aged 3 to 8, but all ages are welcome to enjoy the fun! Storytime will also include music and a fun hands-on activity. Come share in the joy of storytelling as we celebrate the values of peace and togetherness.

Rooted in Resilience: A Forest Therapy Walk for Those on a Healing Journey
2025-09-13 13:00 - 15:30 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Step into the quiet embrace of the forest for a gentle, restorative experience designed for those whose lives have been shaped by a healing journey—whether physical, emotional, or spiritual. Guided by the principles of Forest Therapy, this walk invites you to slow down, reconnect with your senses, and find comfort in the companionship of trees and the rhythms of the natural world. Through a series of mindful invitations, we’ll explore presence, connection, and the quiet strength that lives within and around us. Whether you’re caring for yourself or someone else, walking through a time of change, or simply seeking a moment of peace, you are welcome here—just as you are. All bodies, stories, and paces are honored. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.
