Plan an excursion through our urban oasis of cultivated gardens and nearly wild, natural landscapes. Set aside a smidge of extra time for unexpected garden secrets and delights along the way!
Come to Descanso Gardens to experience, learn, and expand with an activity, class, program, or event designed to inspire.
Discover our world-class botanical and horticultural wonders and how we care for them.
Dive into a wellspring of opportunities for kids and adults to learn, observe nature, and participate in the garden.
As a non-profit public garden, we welcome you to join us in supporting our mission through membership and giving. With you, we grow in gratitude!
At Descanso Gardens we connect people with nature and one another. Read about our rich history and future plans to preserve the beauty and heritage of the gardens.
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.
Descanso’s Enchanted Forest of Light is an interactive, nighttime experience unlike anything else in Los Angeles, featuring a one-mile walk through unique lighting experiences in some of the most beloved areas of Descanso Gardens Open nightly Nov. 19–Jan. 7, 5:30–10pm (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24–25). Advance tickets required, tickets are $20–$40 for members and $25–$45 […]
Descanso’s Enchanted Forest of Light is an interactive, nighttime experience unlike anything else in Los Angeles, featuring a one-mile walk through unique lighting experiences in some of the most beloved areas of Descanso Gardens Open nightly Nov. 19–Jan. 7, 5:30–10pm (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24–25). Advance tickets required, tickets are $20–$40 for members and $25–$45 […]
Descanso’s Enchanted Forest of Light is an interactive, nighttime experience unlike anything else in Los Angeles, featuring a one-mile walk through unique lighting experiences in some of the most beloved areas of Descanso Gardens Open nightly Nov. 19–Jan. 7, 5:30–10pm (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24–25). Advance tickets required, tickets are $20–$40 for members and $25–$45 […]
Click here for the January 12 New Year Yoga class Join us for an eight-week Tuesday yoga class with Barbara Wood in the Rose Pavilion every Tuesday from January 9–February […]
Click here for the Jan. 20 Pop-up Yoga Class Start the New Year with a yoga class led by Barbara Wood in the Rose Garden Pavilion. Rejuvenate your body and […]
Join us for a sound bath on the Main Lawn on Saturday, Jan. 13 and 27. Sound baths are listening experiences that provide meditative and restorative benefits. No registration required, […]
Enjoy a fifteen-minute mini meditation with Mariko Tu on January 13 and 27 at 2pm, 2:30 and 3:30pm. These nature meditations will introduce you to the value of nature and […]
Enjoy a fifteen-minute mini meditation with Mariko Tu on January 13 and 27 at 2pm, 2:30 and 3:30pm. These nature meditations will introduce you to the value of nature and […]
Enjoy a fifteen-minute mini meditation with Mariko Tu on January 13 and 27 at 2pm, 2:30 and 3:30pm. These nature meditations will introduce you to the value of nature and […]
Start the New Year with a yoga class led by Barbara Wood in the Rose Garden Pavilion. Rejuvenate your body and mind with a 25-minute garden walk and 60-minute yoga […]
Please note that this tour has been postponed to Saturday, Jan. 27 Join us on Jan. 20 from 11am–noon for a walking tour. Learn about Descanso’s historic camellia collections and […]
Join us for a sound bath on the Main Lawn on Saturday, Jan. 13 and 27. Sound baths are listening experiences that provide meditative and restorative benefits. No registration required, […]
