information from Seattle Chinese Garden

Thundering drums and energetic lion dancers of Northwest Wushu and Martial Arts (performing at 11 am on Saturday) are crowd favorites during the Seattle Chinese Garden’s most popular annual event the Peony and Bamboo Festival May 18 and 19.

A Sunday highlight at 2 pm is a colorful performance by the Wahaha youth dance group. Both day feature traditional Chinese dance, martial arts, music, activities for children, and on Sunday afternoon a Chinese tea display table with tastings.

Plant seekers can buy potted Luoyang tree peonies (6 varieties) and specialty bamboo. All who admire peonies can enjoy the gorgeous blooms in the Garden.

Suggested donation is $5-$10; free for children through age 5.

Visit the SCG website on May 15 after 5:30 pm for a detailed schedule of activities: www.seattlechinesearden.org

LOCATION:

Seattle Chinese Garden

6000 16th Avenue SW, North Entrance at South Seattle College

Parking on Saturday is $3, free on Sunday.

10 am to 4pm

COSPONSORS:

Luoyang Peony Company

American Bamboo Society Northwest Chapter