Calendar
Come join our monthly walk for birders of all levels. Bring binoculars! Keep your bird count tallied on the updated and now downloadable Descanso bird checklist. No reservations required, exclusively
Events
Calendar of Events
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1 event,
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] |
2 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] |
2 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] |
3 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
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Come explore pastels in our beautiful Rose Garden with Dilmit Singh. This four-week pastel drawing series is for all levels and will focus on composition – choosing subject matter, placement […]
$150 – $165
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2 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] |
2 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] |
3 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
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The Soil Art Workshop is full. Come get your hands in the dirt with us! Join Maru García, a featured artist from Natura Naturata exhibition, for a community workshop where […]
Included with admission or membership
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2 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] |
3 events,
We love our members! To show our appreciation, the gardens will be open to members only from 5-7pm, March 9-15. Plus, members will enjoy a special offer when they dine […]
Included with Descanso Gardens membership
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] |
4 events,
We love our members! To show our appreciation, the gardens will be open to members only from 5-7pm, March 9-15. Plus, members will enjoy a special offer when they dine […]
Included with Descanso Gardens membership
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
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Click here for the March 11 (Wednesday) class and here for the March 13 (Friday) class Join us for an eight-week Tuesday yoga class with Barbara Wood in the Rose […]
$136
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] |
5 events,
We love our members! To show our appreciation, the gardens will be open to members only from 5-7pm, March 9-15. Plus, members will enjoy a special offer when they dine […]
Included with Descanso Gardens membership
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This program is part of a 4-week series that started on March 4, 2026. Sign up for other art workshops and discover more ways to create at Descanso by visiting […]
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Join us for an eight-week Wednesday yoga class with Kitty Schaller in the Rose Pavilion every Wednesday from March 11–April 29, 5–6:30pm. Yoga at Descanso Gardens is based on Hatha […]
$136
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3 events,
We love our members! To show our appreciation, the gardens will be open to members only from 5-7pm, March 9-15. Plus, members will enjoy a special offer when they dine […]
Included with Descanso Gardens membership
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] |
6 events,
We love our members! To show our appreciation, the gardens will be open to members only from 5-7pm, March 9-15. Plus, members will enjoy a special offer when they dine […]
Included with Descanso Gardens membership
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
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Join us for an eight-week Friday yoga class with Joyce Shuman Yoga in the Rose Pavilion every Friday from March 13–May 1, 8:30–10am. Yoga at Descanso Gardens is based on […]
$136
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
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
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Join us as we celebrate you, our members! As part of Member Appreciation Week, Descanso Gardens members are invited to join us for an exclusive evening of fun and nature […]
Included with Descanso Gardens membership
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5 events,
We love our members! To show our appreciation, the gardens will be open to members only from 5-7pm, March 9-15. Plus, members will enjoy a special offer when they dine […]
Included with Descanso Gardens membership
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
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
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
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Sound Bath and Somatic Meditation is sold out Join us for a soothing sound bath and gentle somatic movement meditation with Modular Sound Bath. Let’s use this opportunity to listen […]
$15 – $20
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3 events,
We love our members! To show our appreciation, the gardens will be open to members only from 5-7pm, March 9-15. Plus, members will enjoy a special offer when they dine […]
Included with Descanso Gardens membership
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] |
3 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
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Descanso keeps its doors open until 7pm from March 16–September 30, 2026. Don't miss the best of golden hour and more during spring and summer in the garden.
Included with admission or membership
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] |
3 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on March 10, 2026. If you missed this round, don't worry! Check out our events calendar to discover […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] |
5 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on March 11, 2026. If you missed this round, don't worry! Check out our events calendar to discover […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
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Join the Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM) for a nature-themed musical storytime featuring live music and movement-based activities. Each session is hosted by a PCM Young Musicians teacher and features […]
$15 – $20
This program is part of a 4-week series that started on March 4, 2026. Sign up for other art workshops and discover more ways to create at Descanso by visiting […] |
3 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
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Click here for the March 20 workshop or here for the March 21 workshop Make a beautiful floral arrangement to take home using natural materials and seasonal flowers. Expert florist […]
$50 – $65
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5 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on March 13, 2026. If you missed this round, don't worry! Check out our events calendar to discover […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
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Make a beautiful floral arrangement to take home using natural materials and seasonal flowers. Expert florist Whit McClure will guide participants through an exploration of color and shape to create […]
$50 – $65
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Join us at the Boddy House for the opening reception of the exhibition Journal of Therolinguistics. Meet the artists and curator Oscar Salguero, and enjoy music and a no-host bar. […]
Free
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8 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
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Help care for Descanso Gardens and get service hours for school at this student volunteer opportunity. Instruction will be provided. Service may involve light gardening tasks or educational projects. All experience […]
Free
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Make a beautiful floral arrangement to take home using natural materials and seasonal flowers. Expert florist Whit McClure will guide participants through an exploration of color and shape to create […]
$50 – $65
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […] 
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced yogi, drop in for a rejuvenating yoga session led by Monica Percich on the Main Lawn. Attendees are encouraged to bring yoga […]
Included with admission or membership
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
Experience the world of nonhuman languages like never before! See the Journal of Therolinguistics exhibition through a new lens as curator Oscar Salguero conducts tours on March 21 at 11am […]
Experience the world of nonhuman languages like never before! See the Journal of Therolinguistics exhibition through a new lens as curator Oscar Salguero conducts tours on March 21 at 11am […] |
3 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
|
3 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
|
5 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on March 10, 2026. If you missed this round, don't worry! Check out our events calendar to discover […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
Join us for story time in the garden! Great for children ages 2–7 with a caregiver. No event registration required, free with admission or membership.
Included with admission or membership
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5 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on March 11, 2026. If you missed this round, don't worry! Check out our events calendar to discover […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This program is part of a 4-week series that started on March 4, 2026. Sign up for other art workshops and discover more ways to create at Descanso by visiting […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
|
4 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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Exclusively for Perennial Circle members Perennial Circle Members are invited to an exclusive Spring Bloom Tour at Descanso Gardens on Thursday, March 26 at 4pm. Enjoy a guided walk led […] |
4 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on March 13, 2026. If you missed this round, don't worry! Check out our events calendar to discover […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
|
5 events,
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
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Get hands-on gardening experience and help care for Descanso at this volunteer opportunity. Instruction will be provided. Service may involve a gardening project. All experience levels are welcome Open to […]
Free
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Join Debra Wilbur in the Ancient Forest to soak up the nourishing energy of nature. This guided meditation, exploratory walk, and reflective discussion will foster an authentic connection with the […]
$30 – $35
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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4 events,
Come join our monthly walk for birders of all levels. Bring binoculars! Keep your bird count tallied on the updated and now downloadable Descanso bird checklist. No reservations required, exclusively […]
Included with Descanso Gardens membership
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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2 events,
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
|
3 events,
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on March 10, 2026. If you missed this round, don't worry! Check out our events calendar to discover […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
|
3 events,
This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on March 11, 2026. If you missed this round, don't worry! Check out our events calendar to discover […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
|
3 events,
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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Click here for the Natural Dye Workshop on April 4 Join Leah Thomas to learn the art of dying fabric with flowers! Dye a provided bandana or bring your own […]
$25 – $30
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3 events,
This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on March 13, 2026. If you missed this round, don't worry! Check out our events calendar to discover […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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6 events,
Come experience a peaceful 15-minute guided meditation with Anna Christine Bowden. The meditation will allow you to use the natural world to ground and regulate. Meets at Center Circle. Join […]
Included with admission or membership
Come experience a peaceful 15-minute guided meditation with Anna Christine Bowden. The meditation will allow you to use the natural world to ground and regulate. Meets at Center Circle. Join […]
Included with admission or membership
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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Join Leah Thomas to learn the art of dying fabric with flowers! Dye a provided bandana or bring your own light colored or white fabric to dye, and learn about […]
$25 – $30
Come experience a peaceful 15-minute guided meditation with Anna Christine Bowden. The meditation will allow you to use the natural world to ground and regulate. Meets at Center Circle. Join […]
Included with admission or membership
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