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.
Please note that class is sold out Join artist Virginia Hein for a sketch walk through the gardens on Thursday, August 1 from 5–6:30pm. This class is designed as an introduction to quick location sketching and each participant is given a small panorama sketchbook and waterproof pen (included in class price). Bring a spirit of […]
HWAJODO: Flowers and Birds in Korean American Art explores the diverse portrayals and symbolism of nature in traditional Korean art and in the works of four Los Angeles-area Korean American artists. Join exhibition curator Meher McArthur for a panel discussion with HWAJODO artists Dave Young Kim, Dana Weiser, Hei Myung Hyun, and Jane Park Wells to […]
Vamos Para o Brasil (Let’s go to Brazil) Join Kátia Moraes with Mika Mutti and Jonia Raiz Brasil for the Brazilian Heart Experience, a vibrant mix of samba dancing, song, storytelling, […]
Get hands-on gardening experience by mulching in the garden and help care for Descanso at this volunteer opportunity. Instruction will be provided. All experience levels are welcome. Ages 16 or […]
Don't miss our art workshop focused on hanji, traditional Korean paper, on August 10 from 11am–12pm or 1–2pm. Artist Seung Chul Lee will provide an introduction and demonstration on hanji followed […]
Don't miss our art workshop focused on hanji, traditional Korean paper, on August 10 from 11am–12pm or 1–2pm. Artist Seung Chul Lee will provide an introduction and demonstration on hanji followed […]
Please note that this class is sold out Learn Kokedama, the centuries-old Japanese art of growing plants in a moss-covered soil ball, with us on Thursday, August 15. Led by […]
Please note that this event is canceled Join us at Social Nature for a fun drop-in crafting workshop on August 22! Create a beautiful drink coaster made from a tree […]
Surround yourself with other nature-lovers at Cultivate, a monthly event that brings together music, dancing, refreshments, and engaging experiences in nature that will connect you more deeply to the world around you. Cultivate: Water/Ways invites guests to explore the relationship between people and California’s water environments. This event is free with admission, so bring a […]
Witness folktales take flight as artist Leslie K. Gray and her shadow puppets bring butterfly stories to life on August 29 from 5–6:30pm. A short shadow puppet presentation will be followed by a hands-on workshop where you will get to make your own puppets and try your hand at shadow puppet theater. $10 for members, […]
Click here for the September 6 (Friday) class Join us for a four-week yoga series with Barbara Wood in the Rose Garden Pavilion every Tuesday from September 3–24 from 8:30–10am. […]
Join us for a four–week Friday yoga series with Joyce Blum in the Rose Garden Pavilion every Friday from September 6–27 from 8:30–10am. Yoga at Descanso Gardens is based on […]
