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.
After-hours and daytime events with programs designed to connect garden visitors of all ages to nature. Join us for festivals, immersive installations, music, workshops, tours, and more.
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 visual decomposition of natural elements, this diverse body of work delves into themes related to our connection with the environment, as well as complex examinations […]
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on May 12, 2026. If you missed this round, don’t worry! Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
Explore the beauty of the garden with a plein air watercolor class! Instructor Julie Crouch leads a relaxing and all-level-friendly class. This is a four-week series. Basic brushes, paper, and […]
This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on May 13, 2026. If you missed this round, don’t worry! Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on May 15, 2026. If you missed this round, don’t worry! Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
Join our horticulturists for a guided walking tour to learn about the history, horticulture, and unique quality of the Rose Garden during peak bloom season. Tours may include off-path exploration. Included with admission, no registration required. Meets at Center Circle.
Click here for the Sound Bath at 10:15am Ease into your weekend with a relaxing sound bath with Anna Christine Bowden and enjoy its meditative and restorative benefits. No prior […]
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 […]
Click here for the Sound Bath at 9am Ease into your weekend with a relaxing sound bath with Anna Christine Bowden and enjoy its meditative and restorative benefits. No prior […]
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on May 12, 2026. If you missed this round, don’t worry! Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness […]
This class is part of a four-week series that started on June 5. If you missed this series, don't worry! Check out the events calendar to register for the next […]
This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on May 13, 2026. If you missed this round, don’t worry! Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness […]
