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09/20/2026

Yunnan Raw Pu-er Tea Growing Regions and Local Tea Planters’ Culture

Date: October 17th
Time: 10am-11:30am
Location: Miss Orange Tea & Pastry (816 SE 8th Ave, Portland, OR 97214 )
Cost: $30, includes tea & a low sugar pastry

Back by popular demand, and taught by Liyuan Peng, this session offers a deeper dive into the world of raw Pu-er tea than what can be covered during the festival’s 45-minute time constraint. We’ll explore two major raw Pu-er tea-growing regions in Yunnan: Lincang City and Xishuangbanna Prefecture.

Together, we’ll explore the culture and traditions of local tea planters, learn about the Blang, Wa, Lahu, and Hani minority groups, and discover what makes the teas from these regions so unique. And, of course, we’ll taste and enjoy a selection of teas from both regions along the way!

09/18/2026

The Teaware Experiment: How Vessels Shape Your Tea

Date: Sunday, November 1st
Time: 3pm - 5pm
Educator: Jade Falcon, TeaFestPDX Seasoned Teaware Coordinator
Location: Miss Orange Tea & Pastry (816 SE 8th Ave, Portland, OR 97214 )
Cost: $30, includes tea

What happens when you brew the same tea in different vessels?

In this hands-on tasting experiment, we’ll explore how the material and shape of tewaware can subtly and sometimes, surprisingly, change your experience of tea. We’ll talk abut how each material influences aroma, texture, body, and flavor (such as glass, ceramic, and different porous clays). We’ll do a side-by-side tasting experiment with ceramic and Yixing clay.

We’ll also briefly discuss the role of shape and form, comparing different gaiwans and cups to see how the vessel can transform the way you perceive what’s in your cup.

Come curious, taste critically, and discover why the same tea can tell a different story depending on what you brew and drink it from.

Link in bio to buy tickets!

04/15/2026

TeaFestPDX artist is: Hannah Althea!

As we celebrate our 10th anniversary, there’s no better way to celebrate than a parade! Hannah’s parade design will be featured across our 2026 marketing materials this year, and you’ll even be able to purchase it as a sticker at the festival!

04/12/2026

Nara Tea, a 2026 Silver Sponsor, is hosting multiple special events offering a rare opportunity to experience the living tradition behind the matcha whisk.

Visiting from Japan, Tango Tanimura, a 20th-generation Takayama chasen master, will share the story, philosophy, and craftsmanship behind the bamboo whisk used in Japanese tea culture for over 500 years.

Today, there are only 16 officially recognized Takayama chasen masters in Japan, making this a unique opportunity to meet and learn directly from one of the few artisans preserving this historic craft.

Through live demonstrations, guests will witness the remarkable skill required to transform a single piece of bamboo into a finely crafted chasen, an essential tool that shapes the texture and character of matcha.

Head over to or narateacompany.com for more info and tickets. 🍵✨

03/12/2026

Join us for a Community Tea Social in support of Cup of Tea...  Recently, a car crashed into the shop, forcing them to close their doors for several days. Anyone who knows the team behind Cup of Tea knows how much heart they’ve poured into creating a warm, welcoming space for the tea community. Over the years, they’ve generously supported TeaFestPDX and have always shown up for our nonprofit and for tea lovers across the greater Portland area. Now it’s our turn to show up for them.  This Tea Social is simply an opportunity for our community to gather, share tea, and spend time together in the spirit that Cup of Tea has always fostered. For a $10 ticket, guests will be able to taste a variety of teas, connect with fellow tea lovers, and enjoy a relaxed evening centered around the thing that brings us all together: tea. There will also be an opportunity to purchase teas from Cup of Tea’s wonderful selection to take home and enjoy.  Even if you can’t attend in person, you’re still welcome to purchase a ticket and be part of the community spirit behind the gathering.  Our Tea Social will be held at:

Cup of Tea
10117 SE Sunnyside Rd
Clackamas, OR 97015

Saturday, April 11th, 5pm - 7pm

We hope you’ll join us for tea, conversation, and community. Tickets available on our website and through the link in our bio.

02/26/2026

The NW Wu-Wo Tea Association is based in Portland, Oregon. The group has been active since 2007. We gather on the second Sunday of each month to celebrate tea in community. The Wu-Wo tea ceremony is done outdoors, where participants can be with nature, tea, and community. When the weather does not permit outdoor Wu-Wo, members gather to discuss and explore Chinese tea culture and practice different ways of brewing and tasting tea. The association frequently presents Wu-Wo tea ceremony to the public throughout the year. Our goal is to encourage the flowering of tea culture in the Pacific Northwest through appreciation of a gracious tea ceremony while enjoying a heartwarming cup of tea.

For this ceremony training, you may either borrow a complete tea brewing kit or build your own. If you choose to build your own, go to NW Wu-Wo Tea Association website for an equipment list and short how-to video. Hot water will be provided on site, but bring a thermos.

Tickets can be purchased online on TeaFestPDX.com - 2 options to choose from! Any additional questions can be directed to [email protected]

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02/04/2026

🍃TeaFestPDX is turning 10! 🍃 In 2026, we’re celebrating a full decade of tea, connection, and community—and we’re inviting a few wonderful partners to join us along the way.

We’re thrilled to share that is returning as our Gold Sponsor this year ✨ Their continued support helps make TeaFestPDX the vibrant, welcoming gathering our community has come to cherish.

TeaFestPDX truly wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of our sponsors. Your support allows us to celebrate tea culture, uplift small businesses, and bring together tea lovers from near and far. We’re deeply grateful for every partnership that helps keep this tradition growing year after year. 💚

We’re currently seeking Silver and Bronze Sponsors for our 10th Anniversary Festival:

🌿 Silver Sponsor (1 available | $1,250) • Choice of 10x20 booth (valued at $650) • Listed as Silver Sponsor on our website (with link) • Logo on advertising & promotional materials (excluding cups/aprons) • Three (3) social media promotional posts leading up to the festival • Secondary featurette in the TeaFestPDX Festival Program

🍂 Bronze Sponsor (8 available | $600) • 50% discount on booth space in Cheatham Hall Main Area • Listed as Bronze Sponsor on our website (with link) • Logo on advertising & promotional materials (excluding cups/aprons) • One (1) social media promotional post leading up to the festival • Sponsor mention in the TeaFestPDX Festival Program

We’re deeply grateful to every sponsor, vendor, and community member who helps make TeaFestPDX a cherished tradition year after year. If you’re interested in supporting this milestone celebration, we’d love to connect. Sponsorship can be selected on the vendor application. Not a vendor, but still want to support? Reach out and let’s chat! ☕✨

01/30/2026

✨ Exciting news: Vendor and Educator applications to be part of TeaFestPDX 2026 are now open!

TeaFestPDX is proud to be one of just a handful of festivals in the Northwest dedicated to tea education and enjoyment. We go to great lengths to create an experience that’s not only fun and welcoming, but deeply informative, inviting attendees to explore tea’s origins, history, preparation, and cultural traditions from around the world. Our guests are curious, engaged, and eager to learn, and they value high-quality offerings that tell a story. You’ll be able to access the applications with all the essential details on our website once they go live!

Apply through the links in our Instagram bio & on our website!

Here’s to an incredible 2026 festival! ✨🍵

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