Return of the Dragon

八个被钢圈扼住脖子的龙的雕塑存在中国城近20年，随之而来的是华人被迫搬离、商铺关停，昔日繁华不再，留下的仅是满目苍夷的街区，成了各方政治和社会议题的角力场。令人惋惜的是，这片土地承载着华人先辈的辉煌历史与珍贵文化遗产。这些雕塑现在终于被铲除，是让象征着智慧，团结，力量和繁荣的龙回归，更是华人重新汇聚、振兴中国城的时刻！

中国城各大组织鼎力支持我们的倡议，将于5月24日（周六）在中国城举办全天（11点-5点）盛大庆祝活动。让我们在这一天重返中国城，哪怕一年只有这一天，也要表明我们对这片土地的不舍与坚持。

每年和THPRD合作举办的文化日也将融入此次庆祝活动，让孩子们在更丰富的文化体验中感受传统的魅力与社区的活力。敬请大家广为宣传，提前预留这一天，共同见证龙的回归！

Portland Chinatown is bringing back a cherished tradition! Return of the Dragon will take place on May 24, 2025, marking the revival of Chinatown’s cultural celebrations from 2016-2018. This year, the event will be bigger and more vibrant than ever, featuring the integration of Culture Day to offer deeper cultural experiences and greater community engagement.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025

Time: 11 AM – 5 PM

Activity Areas:

• NW Davis Street – Cultural Performances
• NW Flanders Street – Food and Cultural Vendors
• NW 3rd Ave – Dragon Activities
• NW 4th Ave - Crafts Activities
• Lan Su Chinese Garden – Immersive Cultural Experiences

Join us in revitalizing Chinatown and celebrating its rich cultural heritage. Let’s come together to make this an unforgettable event and establish a new annual tradition!