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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!

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1418 Descanso Drive
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
818.949.4200
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Enchanted Preview Party

Enchanted Preview Party

Tickets are on sale now

Join us on Saturday, November 15 from 7–10pm for an event to remember at Descanso’s enchanting fundraising party.

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Indulge in the culinary delights of the Enchanted Preview Party, with specially curated bites and seasonal sips designed to enhance the evening’s magic. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be welcomed into a glowing landscape that invites wonder and discovery.

As you stroll through the illuminated gardens, enjoy live music and pop-up performances that add surprise and joy throughout the night. Whether you linger under the lights or gather with friends on the lawn, this evening is designed to enchant the senses.

More than just a celebration, the Enchanted Preview Party is a meaningful way to support Descanso Gardens. Your participation helps sustain the gardens’ natural beauty, protect vital plant collections, and make moments like this possible for generations to come.

Tickets are $275 per person, click here to purchase tickets.

Past Preview Parties

Guests enjoy the Preview Party

Special entertainment

A DJ sets the mood at the Preview Party

Unlimited food and drink

“It’s a magical night you won’t forget!”

ENCHANTED GUEST

Enchanted sponsors

All sponsorships include

  • Enchanted Preview Party admission on November 15, 2025
  • Entry to the VIP Sponsor Reception at 6pm at the Enchanted Preview Party
  • Unlimited food and drink at the Enchanted Preview Party
  • Anytime tickets to Enchanted Forest of Light during its November 16, 2025–January 4, 2026 run
  • Recognition on event signage, website, and in the annual report

Sponsorship levels

There are five Enchanted sponsorship levels. Each level comes with a number of Enchanted Preview Party tickets plus a number of “anytime” Enchanted event tickets.

Luminous Sponsor | $25,000
(Tax deductible amount: $16,750)
30 Enchanted Preview Party tickets
30 “anytime” Enchanted tickets

Magical Sponsor  | $10,000
(Tax deductible amount: $4,500)
20 Enchanted Preview Party tickets
20 “anytime” Enchanted tickets

Dazzling Sponsor | $5,000
(Tax deductible amount: $2,250)
10 Enchanted Preview Party tickets
10 “anytime” Enchanted tickets

Sparkling Sponsor | $3,000
(Tax deductible amount: $1,350)
6 Enchanted Preview Party tickets
6 “anytime” Enchanted tickets

Twinkling Sponsor | $1,000
(Tax deductible amount: $450)
2 Enchanted Preview Party tickets
2 “anytime” Enchanted tickets

Corporate sponsors

As a partner supporting Enchanted Forest of Light, your sponsorship comes with special group access to Enchanted plus a number of benefits designed to enhance your company’s visibility

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