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explore Descanso
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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Membership
Join the thousands of people who support Descanso Gardens through an annual membership. Members enjoy many benefits, including discounts at the Descanso Café and the Gift Shop, class discounts and members-only events.
Become a MemberNow 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.
Bloom CalendarRentals
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.
Book NowComing Soon
Join us for beer gardens and late hours on Thursdays this August! Descanso stays open from 5–8pm on August 9, 16, 23 & 30. Enjoy a cold beer and scrumptious food as the temperature cools at Descanso. No reservations required.
Learn MoreUpcoming Events
Please note: Sketching with Color is sold out.
4 Saturdays starting on August 18. Meets in Minka in the Japanese Garden.
Join artist Virginia Hein for a four week series that focuses on exploring color to sketch the summer landscapes of Descanso. Bring a spirit of play and experimentation while learning to work confidently with color.
$90 members, $120 nonmembers.
Image: © Virginia Hein
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