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.

  • Carved

    Carved

    Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

    $12 – $52
  • Carved

    Carved

    Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

    $12 – $52
  • Little Bookworms

    Little Bookworms

    Join us for story time in the garden! Recommended for children ages 2-7 with a caregiver. Meets at Magnolia Court. Included with admission or membership, no registration required. Please note: […]

    Included with admission or membership
  • Carved

    Carved

    Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

    $12 – $52
  • Carved

    Carved

    Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

    $12 – $52
  • Carved

    Carved

    Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

    $12 – $52
  • Carved

    Carved

    Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

    $12 – $52
  • Halloween Day at Descanso

    Celebrate Halloween at Descanso with a day of family-friendly fun! Trick-or-treat through the Gardens, enjoy festive activities, and take a ride on the Pumpkin Express. Come make magical autumn memories […]

    Included with admission or membership
  • Trick-or-Treat at Carved

    As night falls, Descanso transforms into Carved, an immersive world of light installations and hand-carved pumpkins. Join us for a festive Halloween evening, including trick-or-treating, crafts, a mini pumpkin patch, […]

    Included with Carved admission
  • Carved

    Carved

    Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

    $12 – $52
  • California Natives Tour

    Horticulture Tours

    Join the Horticulture Department on November 7 and 21 for a guided walking tour exploring California native plants, the history of the California Garden, and its connection to the LA’s […]

    Included with admission or membership
  • Little Explorers

    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 […]

    Included with admission or membership