Descanso Events

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.

  • Sound Bath

    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 […]

  • Community Service Day

    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
  • Sound Bath

    Ease into your weekend with a relaxing sound bath with Anna Christine Bowden and enjoy its meditative and restorative benefits.  No prior experience required. Bring a spirit of exploration and […]

  • Rooted Workshop: Terarriums

    Click here for the January 16 Rooted Workshop: Terarriums Join us to discover fun, simple, and creative ways to appreciate and take care of your plants. This month is all […]

    $50 – $65
  • Rooted Workshop: Terarriums

    Join us to discover fun, simple, and creative ways to appreciate and take care of your plants. This month is all about terrariums.This workshop is designed to walk you through […]

    $50 – $65
  • Guided Nature Meditations

    Guided Nature Meditations

    Come experience a peaceful 15-minute guided meditation with Mariko Tu. The meditation will introduce you to the value of nature and wellness.  Meets in the Courtyard. Join one of the […]

    Included with admission or membership
  • Guided Nature Meditations

    Guided Nature Meditations

    Come experience a peaceful 15-minute guided meditation with Mariko Tu. The meditation will introduce you to the value of nature and wellness.  Meets in the Courtyard. Join one of the […]

    Included with admission or membership
  • Guided Nature Meditations

    Guided Nature Meditations

    Come experience a peaceful 15-minute guided meditation with Mariko Tu. The meditation will introduce you to the value of nature and wellness.  Meets in the Courtyard. Join one of the […]

    Included with admission or membership
  • Camellia Walking Tour

    Click here for the Camellia Walking Tour on January 31  Join Camellia Horticulturist Andrew Fleming on a walking tour to learn about Descanso’s camellia collections and an introduction to rare […]

    Included with admission or membership
  • Nature Painting Workshop

    Click here for the Nature Painting Workshop on January 23 Join us for a nature painting workshop led by Searching for Serenity artist Delbar Shahbaz. Come explore the use of […]

    $25 – $30
  • Nature Painting Workshop

    Join us for a nature painting workshop led by Searching for Serenity artist Delbar Shahbaz. Come explore the use of complementary colors to create expressive landscapes inspired by the natural […]

    $25 – $30
  • Drop-in Yoga

    Drop-in Yoga

    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