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9am–7pm daily

Plan an excursion through our urban oasis of cultivated gardens and nearly wild, natural landscapes. Set aside a smidge of extra time for unexpected garden secrets and delights along the way!

Come to Descanso Gardens to experience, learn, and expand with an activity, class, program, or event designed to inspire.

Discover our world-class botanical and horticultural wonders and how we care for them.

Dive into a wellspring of opportunities for kids and adults to learn, observe nature, and participate in the garden.

As a non-profit public garden, we welcome you to join us in supporting our mission through membership and giving. With you, we grow in gratitude!

At Descanso Gardens we connect people with nature and one another. Read about our rich history and future plans to preserve the beauty and heritage of the gardens.

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All visitors who aren’t members must buy a general admission ticket

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Location

1418 Descanso Drive
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
818.949.4200
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Kids & Families Events

The gardens are an ideal destination for kids — little or big — and family members of every generation. Explore nature through storytimes, science, and kid-friendly activities. Fun grows at Descanso.

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  • Summer Music and Dance

    Bring your friends and family, dance, sing along, and enjoy a summer evening filled with music and joy. Celebrate paths in bloom with Armenian dance and songs from Southeast Asia. […]

    Free with admission or membership

  • Little Explorers

    Little Explorers

    Explore, play, and create with us at Little Explorers. Families with young children (aged 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts, crafts, and nature exploration each month. Specific projects and […]

    Included with admission or membership

  • Little Explorers

    Little Explorers

    Explore, play, and create with us at Little Explorers. Families with young children (aged 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts, crafts, and nature exploration each month. Specific projects and […]

    Included with admission or membership

  • Little Songbirds

    Join the Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM) for a nature-themed musical storytime featuring live music, movement, and a read-aloud children’s book with musical accompaniment. Spaces are limited. Register here. Led […]

    $15 – $20

  • Little Owls with Kitty Caterpillar

    Little Owls

    Join us for story time in the garden! We will be hosting a very special Little Owls with the authors Annabeth Bondor-Stone and Connor White, reading their recently published children's […]

    Included with admission or membership

  • Japanese Screen Art Workshop (FULL)

    Join artist Yumiko Glover for a free, hands-on art workshop inspired by the Sound of Water exhibition. Please note that this workshop is full. Visit our calendar to explore our other workshops! Create your own miniature folding screen in the style of a traditional Japanese byōbu, layering colors to reveal hidden water rings and delicate […]

    RSVP required

  • Nature Lab: California Bumble Bee Atlas

    Join ecological educator Kristy Brauch for an immersive adventure that transforms the garden into a living laboratory. Space is limited. RSVP required. RSVP In this hands-on workshop, move beyond simple observation and become vital participatory scientists. Gain the practical skills needed to document local biodiversity, featuring a specialized introduction to the California Bumble Bee Atlas. […]

    Included with admission or membership

  • Little Explorers

    Little Explorers

    Explore, play, and create with us at Little Explorers. Families with young children (aged 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts, crafts, and nature exploration each month. Specific projects and […]

    Included with admission or membership

  • Little Explorers

    Little Explorers

    Explore, play, and create with us at Little Explorers. Families with young children (aged 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts, crafts, and nature exploration each month. Specific projects and […]

    Included with admission or membership

  • Ikebana Display

    Ikebana Display

    Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Descanso Gardens by exploring imaginative ikebana displays—the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging that reflects harmony, balance, and an appreciation for […]

    Included with admission or membership

  • Ikebana Display

    Ikebana Display

    Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Descanso Gardens by exploring imaginative ikebana displays—the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging that reflects harmony, balance, and an appreciation for […]

    Included with admission or membership

  • Ikebana Display

    Ikebana Display

    Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Descanso Gardens by exploring imaginative ikebana displays—the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging that reflects harmony, balance, and an appreciation for […]

    Included with admission or membership