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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.
Families & Kids
Little Owls
Join us for songs, puppets and of course books! Great for children ages 2–7 with a caregiver. Meets at Magnolia Lawn near Center Circle. No registration required, free with admission […]
Little Explorers
Come explore, play and create with us at Descanso Gardens! Families with young children (age 2-5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month. […]
Included with admission or membership
Little Explorers
Come explore, play and create with us at Descanso Gardens! Families with young children (age 2-5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month. […]
Included with admission or membership
Student Community Service Day
Help care for Descanso Gardens and get service hours for school at this student volunteer opportunity. Instruction will be provided. All experience levels are welcome. For ages 12-15. Adult chaperones must […]
Free
Enchanted
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 […]
$18 – $45
Enchanted
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 […]
$18 – $45
Free Tuesday – Reservation required
Enjoy the garden for free! Free Tuesday occurs on the third Tuesday of every month. Advance tickets are required and are released on the first day of the month at […]
Enchanted
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 […]
$18 – $45