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.
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 activities vary, come see what we’re up to this time! This program is generously funded, in part, by Perenchio Foundation. Free with admission.
Free Tuesday – Reservation required
Enjoy the garden for free! Free Tuesday occurs on the third Tuesday of the month. Advance tickets are required and are released on the first day of the month at 7:30am. Tickets are not available at the door, and must be reserved in advance on our website. Click here for Free Tuesday ticketing information. Please […]
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 activities vary, come see what we’re up to this time! This program is generously funded, in part, by Perenchio Foundation. Free with admission.
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 activities vary, come see what we’re up to this time! This program is generously funded, in part, by Perenchio Foundation. Free with admission.
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 activities vary, come see what we’re up to this time! This program is generously funded, in part, by Perenchio Foundation. Free with admission.
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 activities vary, come see what we’re up to this time! This program is generously funded, in part, by Perenchio Foundation. Free with admission.
Wander and Wonder: Family Wellness
Wander and Wonder is a nature-based workshop designed and led by Laura Garcia, PhD to help parents and children reconnect. Rooted in evidence-based practices from early childhood development, psychology, and nature therapy, this workshop provides an opportunity to explore the beauty of everyday nature and deepen parent-child relationships. Participants move through four stations that include icebreakers, […]
Rose-stravaganza
Descanso has played a pivotal role in the cultivation of some spectacular and beloved roses. Learn about these flowers, how plants are bred, and the history of the roses of […]
Rose-stravaganza
Descanso has played a pivotal role in the cultivation of some spectacular and beloved roses. Learn about these flowers, how plants are bred, and the history of the roses of […]
Little Owls
Join us for songs, puppets and of course books! Great for children ages 2–7 with a caregiver. No event registration required, free with admission or membership.
Cultivate: Animals of Descanso
Experience the gardens in a whole new way through Cultivate, a monthly series that features tours, workshops, live demonstrations, and music throughout the gardens. Our June programming will focus on […]
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 […]