Come explore, play and create with us under the oaks on the Main Lawn. Families with young children (age 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month.

No registration required, free with admission or membership.

Meander through the Japanese Garden with the accompaniment of acoustic music during our extended summer hours. Enjoy a drink from the Tea House bar in this new twelve-week series.

The Camellia Lounge is open from 4:45–6:30pm, Fridays through Sundays from June 2– August 27*.

Entry to the Camellia Lounge is included with admission, no reservations required.

*Please note that the Camellia Lounge will be closed on August 20

See the full music lineup here:
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Friday–Sunday: August 18–19 (Closed August 20) | Fang Fang Xu- Cello

A doctorate in cello performance from the USC and having performed with Pacific Symphony, USC Thornton Symphony, LA Phil, and LA Chamber Orchestra, Fang Fang’s cello playing is a favorite at Descanso.

Friday–Sunday: August 25–27 | Philip Graulty– Guitar

Philip Graulty is a Los Angeles-based guitarist and composer whose unique approach to the guitar is informed by myriad styles including classical guitar, contemporary jazz, and country blues.

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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.

No reservations required.

MEMBERS ONLY

Meander through the Japanese Garden with the accompaniment of acoustic music during our extended summer hours. Enjoy a drink from the Tea House bar in this new twelve-week series.

The Camellia Lounge is open from 4:45–6:30pm, Fridays through Sundays from June 2– August 27*.

Entry to the Camellia Lounge is included with admission, no reservations required.

*Please note that the Camellia Lounge will be closed on August 20

See the full music lineup here:
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Friday–Sunday: August 18–19 (Closed August 20) | Fang Fang Xu- Cello

A doctorate in cello performance from the USC and having performed with Pacific Symphony, USC Thornton Symphony, LA Phil, and LA Chamber Orchestra, Fang Fang’s cello playing is a favorite at Descanso.

Friday–Sunday: August 25–27 | Philip Graulty– Guitar

Philip Graulty is a Los Angeles-based guitarist and composer whose unique approach to the guitar is informed by myriad styles including classical guitar, contemporary jazz, and country blues.

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Join us for songs, puppets and of course books! Great for children ages 2–7 with a caregiver. Meets at Nature’s Table near the Promenade.

No registration required, free with admission.

This class is sold out

Click here for the Saturday class that meets beginning Sept. 2

Join artist Virginia Hein for a four week series that focuses on exploring color to sketch the landscapes of Descanso. Bring a spirit of play and experimentation while learning to work confidently with color.

$120 members, $140 non-members. Class meets on Sept. 1, 8, 15, and 22 from 9am to noon. Advance registration required.

Image: © Virginia Hein

RSVPs are closed for KCRW’s Summer Nights

KCRW‘s Summer Nights is coming back to Descanso! Join us on September 1 at 6pm for music and a dance party under the stars with KCRW DJs Wyldeflower and Raul Campos.

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This class is sold out

Join artist Virginia Hein for a four week series that focuses on exploring color to sketch the landscapes of Descanso. Bring a spirit of play and experimentation while learning to work confidently with color.

$120 members, $140 non-members. Class meets on Sept. 2, 9, 16, and 23 from 9am to noon. Advance registration required.

Image: © Virginia Hein