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.
Join us for story time in the garden! We will be hosting a very special Little Owls with the authors Annabeth Bondor-Stone and Connor White, reading their recently published children's […]
Join artist Yumiko Glover for a free, hands-on art workshop inspired by the Sound of Water exhibition. Please note that this workshop is full. Visit our calendar to explore our […]
Join ecological educator Kristy Brauch for an immersive adventure that transforms the garden into a living laboratory. Space is limited. RSVP required. RSVP In this hands-on workshop, move beyond simple […]
Join us for evenings of live music, drinks, and delicious food at the Farmhouse from 6–8pm every Thursday in September. Make a reservation Stuart Crespo is a multi-genre guitarist, music […]
Join us for evenings of live music, drinks, and delicious food at the Farmhouse from 6–8pm every Thursday in September. Make a reservation Stuart Crespo is a multi-genre guitarist, music […]
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 […]
You've never seen the Bard like this before—The Improvised Shakespeare Company® creates a brand new, fully improvised Shakespearean masterpiece right before your eyes. This event is sold out! Sign up […]
Join our Horticulture Team for a guided walking tour to learn about our prehistoric Ancient Forest. Included with admission or membership, no registration required. Learn from an expert about what […]
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 […]
You've never seen the Bard like this before—The Improvised Shakespeare Company® creates a brand new, fully improvised Shakespearean masterpiece right before your eyes. This night is sold out! Sign up […]
Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Descanso Gardens by exploring imaginative ikebana displays—the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging that reflects harmony, balance, and an appreciation for […]
Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Descanso Gardens by exploring imaginative ikebana displays—the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging that reflects harmony, balance, and an appreciation for […]
