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.

  • Spring Yoga

    Spring Yoga

    This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on March 10, 2026. If you missed this round, don't worry! Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.

  • Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action

    Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action

    Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and visual decomposition of natural elements, this diverse body of work delves into themes related to our connection with the environment, as well as complex examinations […]

  • Journal of Therolinguistics

    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 […]

    Included with admission or membership
  • Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action

    Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action

    Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and visual decomposition of natural elements, this diverse body of work delves into themes related to our connection with the environment, as well as complex examinations […]

  • Journal of Therolinguistics

    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 […]

    Included with admission or membership
  • Earth Day

    Join us for a fun and inspiring Earth Day celebration! Explore creative ways to protect our planet and help it thrive through hands-on workshops and activities all around Descanso Gardens. […]

    Included with admission or membership
  • Spring Yoga

    Spring Yoga

    This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on March 11, 2026.Ā  If you missed this round, don't worry! Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.

  • Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action

    Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action

    Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and visual decomposition of natural elements, this diverse body of work delves into themes related to our connection with the environment, as well as complex examinations […]

  • Journal of Therolinguistics

    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 […]

    Included with admission or membership
  • (SOLD OUT) Rooted Workshop: Succulent Pots

    This workshop is sold out, click here for the workshop on April 25 Pick your own pot in this succulent planting workshop! Come soak up a beautiful spring day and get your hands dirty in the best way. Join Maritza Aguirre of Soulful Succulents for a fun, interactive succulent workshop where you’ll create a stunning […]

    $55 – $65
  • Spring Yoga

    Spring Yoga

    This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on March 13, 2026.Ā  If you missed this round, don't worry! Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.

  • Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action

    Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action

    Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and visual decomposition of natural elements, this diverse body of work delves into themes related to our connection with the environment, as well as complex examinations […]