Extended Hours Begin
Descanso keeps its doors open until 7pm from March 18–August 31, 2024. Don't miss the best of golden hour and more during spring and summer in the garden.
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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
Cultivate: A Living Plant Museum
Cultivate is back! Don't miss Cultivate: A Living Plant Museum on March 22 from 4:30–7pm with fascinating tours, workshops, a DJ in the gardens, and live demonstrations. Wander the grounds at your own pace, with new activities around every corner. The event is free with admission, so come celebrate spring and learn what makes Descanso […]
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Little Owls
Join us for songs, puppets and of course books! Great for children ages 2–7 with a caregiver. Meets at Feather Falls in the Camellia Forest, which is near the Main Lawn. No registration required, free with admission or membership.
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(CANCELED) Little Explorers
Please note that Little Explorers is canceled on Friday, April 5 due to inclement weather 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. No registration required, free with admission.
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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. No registration required, free with admission.
Included with admission or membership
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 10am. Tickets are not available at the door, and must be reserved in advance on our website. Click here for Free Tuesday ticketing information. Please […]
(FULL) Student Community Service Day
Please note that this service day is full. 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 be present. Bring gardening gloves and water. Remember to wear comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes. Limited […]
Free
Earth Day Native Blooms Display
Join our week-long celebration of Earth Day and our native plants from April 22–28. View displays created by Descanso horticulture staff that celebrate our native plants, including our majestic oaks. Free with admission, no registration required.
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Earth Day Native Blooms Display
Join our week-long celebration of Earth Day and our native plants from April 22–28. View displays created by Descanso horticulture staff that celebrate our native plants, including our majestic oaks. Free with admission, no registration required.
Included with admission or membership
Earth Day Native Blooms Display
Join our week-long celebration of Earth Day and our native plants from April 22–28. View displays created by Descanso horticulture staff that celebrate our native plants, including our majestic oaks. Free with admission, no registration required.
Included with admission or membership
Earth Day Native Blooms Display
Join our week-long celebration of Earth Day and our native plants from April 22–28. View displays created by Descanso horticulture staff that celebrate our native plants, including our majestic oaks. Free with admission, no registration required.
Included with admission or membership
Earth Day Native Blooms Display
Join our week-long celebration of Earth Day and our native plants from April 22–28. View displays created by Descanso horticulture staff that celebrate our native plants, including our majestic oaks. Free with admission, no registration required.
Included with admission or membership