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.

  • Member Appreciation Week

    Member Appreciation Week

    We love our members! To show our appreciation, the gardens will be open to members only from 5-7pm, March 9-15. Plus, members will enjoy a special offer when they dine […]

    Included with Descanso Gardens membership
  • Little Explorers

    Little Explorers

    Explore, play, and create with us at Little Explorers. Families with young children (aged 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts, crafts, and nature exploration each month. Specific projects and […]

    Included with admission or membership
  • (SOLD OUT) Sound Bath and Somatic Meditation

    Sound Bath and Somatic Meditation is sold out Join us for a soothing sound bath and gentle somatic movement meditation with Modular Sound Bath. Let’s use this opportunity to listen […]

    $15 – $20
  • Tomat-o-Rama

    Tomat-o-Rama

    Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]

  • Member Appreciation Week

    Member Appreciation Week

    We love our members! To show our appreciation, the gardens will be open to members only from 5-7pm, March 9-15. Plus, members will enjoy a special offer when they dine […]

    Included with Descanso Gardens membership
  • Tomat-o-Rama

    Tomat-o-Rama

    Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]

  • Extended Hours Begin

    Descanso keeps its doors open until 7pm from March 16–September 30, 2026. Don't miss the best of golden hour and more during spring and summer in the garden.

    Included with admission or membership
  • Tomat-o-Rama

    Tomat-o-Rama

    Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, […]

  • 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 […]