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Descanso Gardens is an urban retreat of year-round natural beauty, internationally renowned botanical collections and spectacular seasonal horticultural displays. Visit for a stroll, a concert or a class — there are so many ways to explore.

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Open 9 am to 5 pm daily. (Closed Christmas Day.)
1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011.

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Membership

Join the thousands of visitors who support the garden through annual membership. Members enjoy many benefits, including discounts at the Descanso Café and the Gift Shop, class discounts and members-only events.

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Now Blooming

There's always something to see at Descanso Gardens. Whether you love lots of colorful spring bloom, winter camellias or the year-round majesty of our oaks, check out what's in bloom at different times of the year.

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Rentals

Rentals

With its variety of settings – from the Oak Lawn to the manicured grounds of the Boddy House – Descanso Gardens is the perfect place for your special event, and it's just minutes from downtown Los Angeles, as well as the San Fernando and San Gabriel Valleys.

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Descanso is Closed

In response to the ever-changing situation with COVID-19, Descanso Gardens is closed until further notice.

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Upcoming Events

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{CANCELED} Extended Hours @ Descanso Gardens
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Apr 9 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Please note that Extended Hours are canceled.

The gates of Descanso stay open until 7pm from Monday–Thursday, March 23–May 28 during our peak bloom season. Stop by after work and enjoy an evening stroll in the serenity of the garden.

No registration required. Included in the price of regular Descanso Gardens admission. Free with Descanso Gardens membership.

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Categories: Extended Hours Spring @ Descanso
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Forest Sounds: “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” by Pete Wyer @ Descanso Gardens
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Apr 10 @ 12:00 pm
Come walk though an immersive sound installation by composer Pete M. Wyer. Inspired by the coast live oaks at Descanso Gardens, “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” was written specifically for Descanso. Played over 72 speakers throughout the Camellia Forest, visitors will experience this choral and instrumental composition as they walk through the garden. Free with admission.
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Check out the schedule for “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” from April 6–May 31:
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  • Monday–Thursday | 12pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm
  • Friday–Sunday | 12pm, 4pm
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Categories: Art and Culture Music Older Children (Over 5) Young Children (Under 5)
{CANCELED} Spring Bloom Walks @ Descanso Gardens
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Apr 10 @ 1:00 pm

Please note that the Spring Bloom Walks are canceled through May 9.

Stroll through the gardens and learn about cherry blossoms, flowering trees, and other seasonal favorites on these guided walks. Meets on Fridays and Saturdays, March 6–May 9. Friday walks meet at 1pm, Saturday walks meet at 11am and 1pm.

Please note that the Spring Bloom Walks are subject to availability and may be canceled due to weather.

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Hours

Descanso Gardens is closed effective Thursday, March 19 until further notice.

Location

1418 Descanso Drive,
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011

Admission Fees

General $15. Seniors and Students with ID $11. Children (5-12) $5. Descanso members and children under 5 free.

(818) 949-4200
membership@descansogardens.org
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