Explore Washington Park

Public Tour (with an ASL interpreter)
2025-09-28 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.

Forest Crafts
2025-09-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Discovery Museum, 4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Join us once a month and explore your creative nature here at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum with our friend at RAD Creative. From Forests in a Bottle to paper snails, seed shares, and fairy houses – tap into your creative side and make something memorable. This event is family-friendly, and crafts are geared toward kids who can independently use scissors, glue sticks, and basic school supplies or with parental assistance. All crafts vary in presentation. Adult supervision at all times is required. Craft supplies, tools, and guidance are included with museum admission and do not require pre-registration.

Autumn Photo Walk
2025-09-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
A guided walk through the Hoyt Arboretum will provide many opportunities for lush, colorful photos. Your experienced instructor, Rhonda, will be there to assist you with techniques and tools to capture wonderful photos of autumn color in the forest. Following the walk, participants will work together to enhance the photos and turn them into beautiful works of art for framing, or making cards, calendars, gifts, etc. Bring a charged smart phone and dress for the weather. We will make our journey rain or shine. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.

Cultural Performance: Oregon Koto-Kai
2025-09-28 13:15 - 14:15 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Enjoy a free koto performance by Oregon Koto-Kai at 1:15pm at the Cathy Rudd Cultural Corner in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center.

Tree Time! Preschool Walk
2025-09-29 10:00 - 11:15, 2025-10-04 10:00 - 11:15, 2025-10-06 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
2025-09-29 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-06 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.

Photographer Member Hours
2025-09-29 17:30 - 20:00 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Photographer Members are invited to experience the Garden during special seasonal extended hours. Take advantage of the earlier mornings and longer evenings to enjoy the Garden, without the crowds. Member reservations are not required in advance, but a ticket is required during Member Hours. Members are also welcome to enter during regular Garden hours and stay for extended hours.

Qigong
2025-10-01 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-10-08 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
2025-10-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-04 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-08 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 Demonstration: Tea Ceremony
2025-10-01 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. Included with garden admission.

Basic Principles: Tai Chi & Qigong
2025-10-01 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.

Cloud Forest Volunteers
2025-10-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Washington Park, 4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Help improve and care for the Cloud Forest in Washington Park! We will spend the morning caring for a special collection of rhododendrons which includes, hand-weeding, pruning, and other gardening tasks. Volunteers of all skills and abilities are welcome. No previous experience is required, Portland Parks & Recreation will provide training, tools, gloves, and parking passes. These events run rain or shine, and additional information will be sent out two days before the event date. Registration is required. Meeting Location: Near the “Coming of the White Man” statue and the project site is located right across from here.

Healing Herbs of the Arboretum
2025-10-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
The plants that surround us are full of healing and nourishing properties, if we know where to look! Join community herbalist Missy Rohs for a stroll around the Arboretum to explore the medicinal trees, weeds, and native plants we encounter. You will talk about which parts to use and which plants to avoid. You may even discover a new use for a plant you thought you knew well!

Cultural Performance: Shinobue Flute & Piano Performance by Maido Mind
2025-10-03 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. Included with garden admission.

Member Garden Tour
2025-10-04 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.

Saturday Crew
2025-10-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Volunteer to care for Hoyt Arboretum’s trees and trails with the Saturday Crew! With 189-acres and more than 6,000 trees along 12 miles of trails, volunteers are incredibly important to maintaining Hoyt Arboretum’s tree collection and trail system, and it’s a unique opportunity for volunteers to learn about and care for rare and unusual trees and plants from around the world. Stewardship crews occur rain or shine; volunteers should come dressed for the weather including long pants and sturdy, closed-toe shoes. Volunteers should plan to bring water, snacks, and any other personal items they need onsite. No previous stewardship crew experience is required; training, tools, gloves, and volunteer parking passes are provided. Registration is required through the Hoyt Arboretum website.

Family Studio
2025-10-04 10:00 - 17:30, 2025-10-05 10:00 - 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
2025-10-05 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.

O-Tsukimi, the Moonviewing Festival
2025-10-05 17:00 - 19:30, 2025-10-06 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-10-07 17:30 - 20:00 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Experience one of our most coveted cultural evenings. Stroll through lantern-lit paths, gather with tea in hand to await the moonrise, compose haiku, and savor a bento-style dinner provided by Obon Shokudo as the sounds of traditional Japanese instruments drift through the air. Moonviewing, or O-Tsukimi in Japanese, is the practice of gazing at the full moon and enjoying its sacred beauty. Since 1990, Portland Japanese Garden has scheduled this beloved annual event to coincide with the harvest moon, which occurs anytime from September to early October. There is no better place in Portland to share the romance and mystery of this special custom than from the eastern overlook of the Portland Japanese Garden Pavilion with its views of the city skyline and Mount Hood.

MAC Trail Volunteers
2025-10-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Washington Park, 4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Washington Park offers recreation opportunities for all visitors, with the MAC Trail running through it to provide access to the park’s many amenities and activities. This event will focus on managing invasive plants along the trail. We will spend the morning removing disruptive plants, hand-weeding, and performing other basic land care tasks. Volunteers of all skill levels and abilities are welcome; no previous experience is necessary. Portland Parks & Recreation will provide training, tools, gloves, and parking passes for all participants. These events run rain or shine, and additional information will be sent out before the event date. Registration is required. Meeting Location: Grass area near the Oregon Holocaust Memorial restroom building. Follow the arrows to the work site.

Forest Field Day: Miraculous Mushrooms
2025-10-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Join us in October to learn about Miraculous Mushrooms! Explore the Arboretum’s trails and witness the many different kinds of mushrooms that grow among our trees. Learn a few key tips to help you identify them and discover what mushrooms do below the Earth’s surface. Students will practice their expanded knowledge through games, journaling, stories, and more. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.
