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.

Roots of Cool
Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World invites visitors to connect to and cultivate appreciation for the life-giving role trees play in making urban […]
Student Community Service Day
Help care for Descanso Gardens and get service hours for school at this student volunteer opportunity. Instruction will be provided. All experience levels are welcome. For ages 12-15. Adult chaperones must […]
Ancient Plant Reproduction
In honor of our Ancient Forest’s tenth anniversary, learn about how ancient plants reproduced (spoiler alert – flowers are fairly new!). Use microscopes to investigate spores, seeds, and other plant […]

Roots of Cool
Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World invites visitors to connect to and cultivate appreciation for the life-giving role trees play in making urban […]
Ikebana Display
Enjoy beautiful displays of ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, from the Sogetsu School of Ikebana in the Japanese Garden. From 10am–2pm, children are welcome to join a fun […]

Roots of Cool
Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World invites visitors to connect to and cultivate appreciation for the life-giving role trees play in making urban […]
Ikebana Display
Enjoy beautiful displays of ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, from the Sogetsu School of Ikebana in the Japanese Garden. From 10am–2pm, children are welcome to join a fun […]