Upcoming Events
Enchanted Evenings Concert Series
Enchanted Evenings Concert Series
Celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with modern Guzheng player Michelle Kwan and 2021 CBC Music’s concert violinist “Top 30 Under 30” Royce Rich!
Friday – May 26 (5:30pm to 10pm)
What is included in the ticket:
- Admission to the Garden
- A specially curated menu from our friends at Aiyaohno Cafe
- A delicious dessert by Milkyway Pastry
- Access to a 45-minute musical performance by Michelle Kwan starting at 6:15pm
- Access to a 45-minute musical performance by Royce Rich starting at 8:15pm
- A thousand scenes in one word installation premiere! This community project will present an animation that brings to life connections to the environment as Chinese immigrants through the motifs of Chinese calligraphy.
Rates:
$35 per concert
$125 for all 4 concerts
Spells for Chinatown 2023
A multi-layered, multicultural and intergenerational celebration of Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month we welcome back for a 3rd year
Friday – May 31 (5:30pm to 10pm)
We are thrilled to partner with Dumb Instrument Dance and a roster of talented dance and sound artists in improvised installations that send healing prayers and good vibrations into the world. We invite you to visit Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden and join us starting for a 25-minute multi-sensory event to move about, meditate and to share in conjuring a little outdoor magic. This is a free event.
There are two performances on May 31st:
5pm performance: doors open at 4:50pm. Show ends at 5:25pm. No latecomers
6pm performance: doors open at 5:50pm. Show ends at 6:25pm. No latecomers
Spells For Chinatown is visioned by dance artist Ziyian Kwan in collaboration with Taiko artist Kage and dance artists Justin Calvadores, Lisa Mariko Gelley, Juolin Lee, Hana Rutka, Victor Tran, Shana Wolfe, Sarah Wong and Ralph Escamillan. Join these artists in animating multiple areas of the Garden through incantations of movement, music and poetry. The event will take place rain or shine, as the Garden has sheltered as outdoor and indoor areas.
Vancouver International Chinese Calligraphy Contest (May 1st – June 30th)
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden & Artist in Residence Jiangang Su
The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden located in Vancouver, Canada will be collaborating with traditional Chinese calligraphy artist, Su Jiangang to present an international calligraphy competition highlighting the inherent beauty and aesthetics of Chinese calligraphy. This competition serves as a platform for anyone with an interest in traditional Chinese culture to share their creativity with a wider audience. We hope everyone will actively participate and look forward to seeing all the amazing submissions.
Enchanted Evenings Concert Series
June is Filipino Heritage Month! Celebrate with Bella Roces smooth vocals, established pop & jazz singer Joey Albert and pop-up curated by Caroline Boquist from WALRUS with Filipino vendors and artists
Friday – June 16 (5:00pm to 11pm)
What is included in the ticket:
- Admission to the Garden
- A specially curated alcoholic or non-alcoholic cocktail
- Access to a 45-minute musical performance by Bella Roces starting at 6:15pm
- Access to a 45-minute musical performance by Joey Albert starting at 8:15pm
- The possibility to engage with local Filipino vendors (Kasama Chocolate, Studio fundamentals, Kilig candles, Hapag, This & That, Subo Bakes, La Glace)
- Botanical wearables By Romina For Antofilo
Rates:
$35 per concert
$125 for all 4 concerts
Enchanted Evenings Concert Series
Celebrate hip hop, soul, R&B with Kristin Fung’s ferocious & captivating voice and Beats, Blues & Bars diverse & thought-provoking lyricism
Friday – July 21 (5:30pm to 10pm)
What is included in the ticket:
- Admission to the Garden
- A specially curated menu from our friends at A.bento 飯匠
- A delicious dessert by Passione Gelato
- Access to a 45-minute musical performance by Kristin Fung starting at 6:15pm
- Access to a 45-minute musical performance by Beats, Blues & Bars starting at 8:15pm
- Know what the future has it store for you with our Fortune Telling Sticks
Rates:
$35 per concert
$125 for all 4 concerts
Enchanted Evenings Concert Series
INFUSION: An immersive and unique celebration from the space in-between art | food | music | Dance
Friday – August 18 (5:00pm to 11pm)
What is included in the ticket:
- Admission to the Garden
- A specially curated menu from our friends at Kam Wai Dim Sum
- A delicious dessert by The Dessert Club
- Access to a 45-minute musical performance by Ian Cromwell
- Access to a 45-minute musical performance by Nimkish
- Access to a 45-minute musical performance by Kristina Lao
- Special dance and art performances
- Special activation by poet Elliot Slinn
Rates:
$35 per concert
$125 for all 4 concerts
Gate Admissions
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a registered museum and one of Vancouver’s top tourist attractions. It is a unique venue for cultural programming and events, including guided tours, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, receptions, and educational programs. This Ming Dynasty-style garden-home is the first among its kind to have been built outside of China, and continues to be unique among the world as the result of the joint collaborative effort of community members, the Canadian Government, and the People’s Republic of China. As a registered not-for-profit all Garden revenue goes toward the fulfillment of our mission to bring together cultures and communities through educational and public programs.
Public Tea Ceremonies
Discover the art of traditional Chinese tea ceremonies while sampling delicious tea.
Tea drinking is an integral part of Chinese culture. Since ancient times, the simple pleasure of family and friends gathering to drink tea has been practiced promoting health and well-being. Savour the delicate fragrances, imagining yourself as an ancient scholar at leisure in their garden home!
Thursday: 11:00 am | 1:00 pm (Max 8 spaces in each time slot)
Friday: 11:00 am | 1:00 pm (Max 8 spaces in each time slot)
Nathalie Keiller has completed training in and received certifications from Sivananda Vedanta, Ashtanga, Hatha, Anusara and Yin Yoga. She has spent the past 25 years developing these skills with passion. Sharing this holistic knowledge and helping her clients and students to achieve better health and improved quality of life is her everyday joy. The class will officially begin each Monday at 9:30 am PST and Nathalie will be available from 9:20 am to answer questions.
Activities
Online Learning
Activities
Find out about ancient Chinese arts and crafts, Chinese festivals, and more. These multi-age activities are suitable to use in class or at home and, where appropriate, include BC Curriculum links.
About The Garden
A Registered Not-For-Profit Garden For All People.
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a registered museum and one of Vancouver’s top tourist attractions. It is a unique venue for cultural programming and events, including guided tours, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, receptions, and educational programs. This Ming Dynasty-style garden-home is the first among its kind to have been built outside of China, and continues to be unique among the world as the result of the joint collaborative effort of community members, the Canadian Government, and the People’s Republic of China.
Plan Your visit to Dr. Sun
Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Over the years, the Garden has received several honours and designations: it is one of Vancouver Heritage Foundation’s “Places That Matter”; was named World’s Top City Garden by National Geographic in 2011; voted Canadian Garden of the Year by the Canadian Garden Tourism Council in 2012; and most recently, the proud recipient of the 2022 City of Vancouver Award of Excellence in the category for Diversity & Inclusion
FAMILY VISITS
From scavenger hunts to Family Days, learn about bringing a family to The Garden and arrange a fun day out for all ages.
GROUP VISITS
From a walk in historical Chinatown to Tai Chi in the Garden, we offer specialized group programs that are fun, interactive, and educational.
TOURS
Let us lead you through this stunning Garden-home, or off on an adventure to explore our local Chinatown community.
EVENTS
See our upcoming events to ensure you don’t miss out on our range of cultural and educational programs.
EXHIBITIONS
Learn about our current exhibitions, and discover what we have coming up next.
TRAVEL TRADE
Offer your clients a unique day discovering the history and culture of Vancouver’s Chinatown.
About the garden
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a registered museum and one of Vancouver’s top tourist attractions. It is a unique venue for cultural programming and events, including guided tours, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, receptions, and educational programs.
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