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.
Join us for a walking tour to learn about Descanso’s historic camellia collections and the little-known stories behind many of the camellias currently in bloom. Tour meets at Center Circle […]
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 areas of Descanso Gardens Open nightly Nov. 19–Jan. 7, 5:30–10pm (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24–25). Advance tickets required, tickets are $20–$40 for members and $25–$45 […]
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 areas of Descanso Gardens Open nightly Nov. 19–Jan. 7, 5:30–10pm (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24–25). Advance tickets required, tickets are $20–$40 for members and $25–$45 […]
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 areas of Descanso Gardens Open nightly Nov. 19–Jan. 7, 5:30–10pm (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24–25). Advance tickets required, tickets are $20–$40 for members and $25–$45 […]
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 areas of Descanso Gardens Open nightly Nov. 19–Jan. 7, 5:30–10pm (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24–25). Advance tickets required, tickets are $20–$40 for members and $25–$45 […]
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 areas of Descanso Gardens Open nightly Nov. 19–Jan. 7, 5:30–10pm (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24–25). Advance tickets required, tickets are $20–$40 for members and $25–$45 […]
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 areas of Descanso Gardens Open nightly Nov. 19–Jan. 7, 5:30–10pm (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24–25). Advance tickets required, tickets are $20–$40 for members and $25–$45 […]
Please note that Little Explorers on Friday, Dec. 22 is canceled due to inclement weather Come explore, play and create with us at Descanso Gardens! Families with young children (age […]
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 areas of Descanso Gardens Open nightly Nov. 19–Jan. 7, 5:30–10pm (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24–25). Advance tickets required, tickets are $20–$40 for members and $25–$45 […]
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. […]
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 areas of Descanso Gardens Open nightly Nov. 19–Jan. 7, 5:30–10pm (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24–25). Advance tickets required, tickets are $20–$40 for members and $25–$45 […]
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 […]
