Plant a Seed
In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation Department, get your own seeds to grow at home on July 3, 10, 17, 24, and […]
Free for children, included in the price of admission for adults
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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
Gallery Story Time
Join us as we explore the themes of the Sturt Haaga Gallery and Boddy House exhibits through books! Gallery Story Time is great for children ages 2-7 with a caregiver. […]
Included with admission or membership
Descanso Railroad Members’ Week
Exclusively for Descanso Gardens members Model trains will be running from 8:30am–6:30pm Train rides are from 9:30am–4pm (limited number of tickets available for purchase) Members will have exclusive access to the new Descanso Railroad from July 6–12. Enjoy model trains traveling through landscapes and depots made of natural materials (many from Descanso Gardens). Explore the new station where you […]
Included with Descanso Gardens membership
Summer Music and Dance
Embark on a magical journey to Bali, Iran & Armenia Prepare to dance, to sing, and to be enchanted by the vibrant world of Balinese culture as Emiko Susilo, an accomplished musician and dancer, guides you through her latest creation, the children’s book Nyepi. Then, experience the music of Iran and Armenia with a special […]
Included with admission or membership
Descanso Railroad Members’ Week
Exclusively for Descanso Gardens members Model trains will be running from 8:30am–6:30pm Train rides are from 9:30am–4pm (limited number of tickets available for purchase) Members will have exclusive access to the new Descanso Railroad from July 6–12. Enjoy model trains traveling through landscapes and depots made of natural materials (many from Descanso Gardens). Explore the new station where you […]
Included with Descanso Gardens membership
Descanso Railroad Grand Opening
Explore the new Descanso Railroad on Saturday, July 13. Marvel at the model trains traveling through landscapes and depots made of natural materials (many from Descanso Gardens). Enjoy a new train station where you can take your favorite ride through the garden on our electric train. Over in the Oak Grove, get your groove on as True Blue plays bluegrass […]
Included with Descanso Gardens membership or admission
Plant a Seed
In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation Department, get your own seeds to grow at home on July 3, 10, 17, 24, and […]
Free for children, included in the price of admission for adults
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
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
Plant a Seed
In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation Department, get your own seeds to grow at home on July 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 10am–12pm. Plant a Seed is perfect for families, friends, and solo nature enthusiasts! No reservations required, children receive free admission.
Free for children, included in the price of admission for adults
Cultivate: Taking Flight
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
Minhwa Fan Painting Workshop
Join us for an art workshop focused on minhwa, the traditional Korean folk art on July 27. In this workshop, participants will paint minhwa designs on fans, guided by artists featured in our HWAJODO exhibition including Kee Soon Sung and the Korean Folk Art Association of Los Angeles. Using distinctive minhwa decorative painting techniques, you’ll […]
Included with admission or membership