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.
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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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LA’s Garden
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, living history. Discover who shaped our collections and landscapes, why they look the way they do, and how they continue to change. The exhibition brings […]
Included with admission or membership -
Little Bookworms
Join us for story time in the garden! Great for children ages 2–7 with a caregiver. No event registration required, free with admission or membership. Please note: This program was […]
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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LA’s Garden
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, living history. Discover who shaped our collections and landscapes, why they look the way they do, and how they continue to change. The exhibition brings […]
Included with admission or membership -
Nature Journaling Series: Into the Garden
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 […]
$150 – $165 -
Garden to Glass: A Cocktail-Making Experience
Pull up a seat at the bar of Farmhouse for an intimate evening of cocktails, conversation, and culinary pairings. Reserve your seat for September 23 Click here for the September 16 class Discover the stories behind two iconic cocktails—one Farmhouse signature and one timeless classic—while learning the techniques, ingredients, and flavors that bring each drink […]
$75 -
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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LA’s Garden
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, living history. Discover who shaped our collections and landscapes, why they look the way they do, and how they continue to change. The exhibition brings […]
Included with admission or membership -
Farmhouse Prix Fixe Menu: Summer Flavors
Join us at Farmhouse for a special prix fixe menu, featuring a seasonal three-course meal celebrating the flavors and ingredients of summer. Reserve your seat Enjoy an evening of thoughtfully prepared dishes, an optional curated wine pairing, and live music that sets the stage for a wonderful night of food, wine, and entertainment! $79 per […]
$79 – $128 -
Live Music at Farmhouse
Join us for evenings of live music, drinks, and delicious food at the Farmhouse from 6–8pm every Thursday in September. Make a reservation Stuart Crespo is a multi-genre guitarist, music […]
