Summer Yoga
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.
12 events found.
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.
Events
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Journal of Therolinguistics
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by Oscar Salguero, the exhibition Journal of Therolinguistics explores communication across species as acts of ecological kinship and fascination. The exhibition invites visitors to immerse themselves in […]
Included with admission or membership -
Sound of Water
Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surrounded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall, Japan depends on water for its fertile landscapes and rich food sources. In contemporary Japanese art, water continues to be a powerful theme. Sound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fluidity features paintings, prints, and sculptures […]
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Musical Interludes: Night
Click here for Musical Interludes: Night on June 25 When the garden goes dark, the stories begin. Presented by the Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM), Musical Interludes is a concert experience that invites you into Descanso after hours for an immersive program of nocturnes, songs, and haunting tales—moving from moonlit calm and tender romance to […]
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Tai Chi (SOLD OUT)
Please note that this workshop is sold out. Check out Tai Chi on July 2 and August 8. Tai chi is an art of relaxation, focus, and balance. It emphasizes the coordination of breath and body movement to enhance energy flow, promote blood circulation, and improve body awareness. The practice helps increase flexibility and supports […]
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Spring Blooms Tour
Join the Descanso Gardens horticulture department for a guided walking tour to learn about the vast beauty in our gardens during peak bloom season. Enjoy beautiful spring flowers and learn about the plants that add color to Descanso. Tours may include off-path exploration. Free with admission, no registration required. Meets at Center Circle.
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Journal of Therolinguistics
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by Oscar Salguero, the exhibition Journal of Therolinguistics explores communication across species as acts of ecological kinship and fascination. The exhibition invites visitors to immerse themselves in […]
Included with admission or membership -
Sound of Water
Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surrounded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall, Japan depends on water for its fertile landscapes and rich food sources. In contemporary Japanese art, water continues to be a powerful theme. Sound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fluidity features paintings, prints, and sculptures […]
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Sound of Water Curator Tour
See the Sound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fluidity exhibition through a new lens as curator Meher McArthur conducts tours on June 27 at 11am and 1pm. The curator will share how the exhibition explores water’s many moods and manifestations in contemporary Japanese art. From feminine, soft and serene, to powerful and unpredictable, Sound of […]
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Rooted Workshop: Succulent Wreathmaking (SOLD OUT)
Please note that this workshop is sold out. Check out our calendar for more workshops! Join Maritza Aguirre from Soulful Succulents for a hands-on succulent wreath workshop where creativity meets nature. You’ll design and build your own lush, living wreath using beautiful, succulents with all the materials provided. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn planting techniques, […]
$50 – $65 -
Sound of Water Curator Tour
See the Sound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fluidity exhibition through a new lens as curator Meher McArthur conducts tours on June 27 at 11am and 1pm. The curator will share how the exhibition explores water’s many moods and manifestations in contemporary Japanese art. From feminine, soft and serene, to powerful and unpredictable, Sound of […]
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Member Bird Walk
Come join our monthly walk for birders of all levels. Bring binoculars! Keep your bird count tallied on the updated Descanso bird checklist. Meets in the Courtyard. No advance registration required, exclusively for Descanso Gardens members.
Included with membership
