Join the creative community of Descanso Gardens for Descanso After Dark, a summer event series that brings people together through art, performance, and interactive experiences in nature at night in the gardens.

Descanso After Dark: Nature’s Magic invites you into a night of wonder and whimsy inspired by the hidden magic of the natural world. From earth-based folklore to the secret lives of plants, explore the mysteries that surround us every day and lean into the wonder of Descanso.

Wander the grounds at your own pace, discovering performances and activities that unfold throughout the evening.

Drinks and light refreshments will be available for purchase.

$30 for members, $40 for non-members.

$10 for children 3-12, children under 3 are free.

Advance registration required. Registration will open to members on June 5 and non-members on June 10. Register here.

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Schedule

CRAFT — 7-9:45pm

Flower Crown Craft

WATCH — 7-10pm

Large Scale Folklore Puppets by Freak Nature Puppets

EXPERIENCE — 7:30pm, 8:30pm and 9:30pm

The Secret Songs of Plants

Listen to and participate in plant-generated music brought to life through Sharon Chohi Kim’s vocal performance and acclaimed composer Yuval Ron’s new music based on the medicinal plants formulas, along with special guest Joe Patitucci, the inventor of the PlantWave device.

ENGAGE— 7:15-9:30pm

Herbalism Booth with Irena Stathis

LEARN— 7-10pm

Mushrooms and Mythology with Aaron Tupac

Explore our ancient human relationships with fungi through stories of folklore, science, and art.

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This program is generously funded, in part, by Perenchio Foundation.