Tickets

All visitors who aren’t members must buy a general admission ticket.

Hours
9am–5pm daily


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.

(At capacity) KCRW: Summer Nights

RSVPs for this event are closed. Dance party, anyone? Don’t miss KCRW: Summer Nights with DJs Travis Holcombe and Jeremy Sole on Friday, September 6. Grab your friends and fam, […]

Free
Event Series Little Explorers

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

Korean Music and Dance Performance

Join us under the shade of the Amphitheater for ceremonial and social dances performed by the Korean Classical Music & Dance Company on September 14 from 3:30–4:30pm. No registration required. […]

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 or membership.

(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

Event Series Little Explorers

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
Event Series Carved

Carved

Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

$18 – $45
Event Series Little Explorers

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
Event Series Carved

Carved

Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

$18 – $45
Event Series Carved

Carved

Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

$18 – $45
Event Series Carved

Carved

Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

$18 – $45