Descanso Gardens members get an early look at the fruiting bodies exhibition in the Sturt Haaga Gallery from November 15–17, open 10am to 4pm.

Connecting plants, animals and Descanso Gardens, Los Angeles-based artist Jessica Rath and curator Pamela Bailey Lewis will present the first major survey of Rath’s contemporary works of art and her exploration of the human manipulation of agriculture and food production.

This exhibition is supported, in part, by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Department of Arts and Culture.

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Tickets are on sale now:

Experience the wonder of Enchanted Forest of Light from November 17 to January 5. Advance tickets required.

New this year is contemporary sculptor Tom Fruin’s magical “stained glass” creation which will grace Descanso’s Mulberry Pond. Popular favorites returning include the Ancient Forest, Flower Power, and “Celestial Shadows” by HYBYCOZO.

Descanso Gardens members receive a discount on tickets and access to member-only nights from December 20–23 and 26–28. Members pay $23 and up per ticket depending on the date and time selected; nonmembers pay $28 and up. Want to become a member? Learn more about Descanso Gardens membership or become a member here.

Enchanted is a rain-or-shine event. Tickets are non-refundable, have timed entry and must be purchased in advance. See our FAQs about Enchanted here.

Bring your little owlets 2 and older for an enchanting nature-themed story time at Magnolia Lawn.

The Boddy House will be seasonally decorated from November 23 to January 6. Enjoy festive displays that celebrate the textures, scents and colors of beautiful winter botanicals. You just might be inspired to switch up your own seasonal décor!

The Boddy House is open 10am – 4pm daily.

Come join our monthly walk for birders of all levels. Bring binoculars!

Keep your bird count tallied on the updated and now downloadable Descanso Bird Checklist.

MEMBERS ONLY

Bring your little owlets 2 and older for an enchanting nature-themed story time at Magnolia Lawn.

Bring your little owlets 2 and older for an enchanting nature-themed story time at Magnolia Lawn.

Please note that Little Explorers on Saturday, December 7 has been cancelled due to weather.

Explore Descanso Gardens from the ground up with your children ages 2 to 5. On the first Saturday of the month, Little Explorers will encourage kids to use their senses to discover the natural world through hands-on activities.

Free with admission. No registration required.

Join us once a month for a fun and relaxed guided walk along Descanso’s many beautiful paths and trails. Whether you are looking to improve your health, make new friends, or get to know the Gardens, an experienced guide will help you explore all that Descanso has to offer.

Free to members. No registration required.

Members only

Bring your little owlets 2 and older for an enchanting nature-themed story time at Magnolia Lawn.