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 Maritza Aguirre from Soulful Succulents for a hands-on succulent wreath workshop where creativity meets nature. Space is limited. Register here. Design and build your own lush, living wreath using […]
En este taller, tendrás la oportunidad de aprender técnicas ancestrales de lavado, cardado y teñido de lana con productos naturales de la mano de la artesana textil Zapoteca Vero Mendoza. […]
Create your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece—perfect for hanging in your window to bring a touch of the outdoors into your home décor. Spaces are limited. Register here. In this workshop, you’ll […]
Create your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece—perfect for hanging in your window to bring a touch of the outdoors into your home décor. Please note that this workshop is sold out. Click […]
Join InspireFlow Arts for an interactive guided creative experience in the garden. Spaces are limited. Register here. Guests will move through timed rounds featuring nature writing, observation activities, music-inspired discussions, […]
Learn about the art of kokedama, the centuries-old Japanese style of growing plants in a moss-covered soil ball. Spaces are limited. Register here. Click here for Rooted Workshop: Kokedama on […]
Learn about the art of kokedama, the centuries-old Japanese style of growing plants in a moss-covered soil ball. Spaces are limited. Register here. Click here for Rooted Workshop: Kokedama on […]
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. Please RSVP here. In this hands-on workshop, move […]
Join artist Michelle Antonisse every Wednesday from September 2 through September 23 for a nature journaling series that invites you to connect with the natural world. Space is limited. Registration […]
This program is part of a 4-week series that started on September 2, 2026. Sign up for other art workshops and discover more ways to create at Descanso by visiting […]
This program is part of a 4-week series that started on September 2, 2026. Sign up for other art workshops and discover more ways to create at Descanso by visiting […]
