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.
Rose-stravaganza
June 21 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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Descanso has played a pivotal role in the cultivation of some spectacular and beloved roses. Learn about these flowers, how plants are bred, and the history of the roses of Descanso.
There will be free activities for all ages, live music, floral displays, demonstrations, and discussions.
Free with admission or membership.
Schedule
Saturday, June 21:
- 9am–3pm: Pop-up display explaining the history of rose cultivation, common rose characteristics and surprising relatives, some interesting facets of Descanso’s Rose Garden, and more!
- 9:30am–2:30pm: Hands-on activities in the Rose Garden Pavilion and tent
- 10am–12pm: Live music with Philip Graulty playing the guitar in the gazebo
- 1–2:30pm: Nursery Tour with Frank Obregon, advance registration required
Sunday, June 22:
- 9am–3pm: Pop-up display explaining the history of rose cultivation, common rose characteristics and surprising relatives, some interesting facets of Descanso’s Rose Garden, and more!
- 9:30am–2:30pm: Hands-on activities in the Rose Garden Pavilion and tent
- 10am–12pm: Live music with Tina Lenert playing the harp in the gazebo
- 2–3pm: Walk and Talk with Autumn Ayers
