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.
We love our members! To show our appreciation, members get exclusive access from 5–7pm, March 10–16, plus these member perks: Monday, March 10: Bring a friend for free Tuesday, March 11 at 8am: Member-only spring bloom tour Wednesday, March 12: Enter a drawing to win 4 tickets to Enchanted Thursday, March 13: Enter a drawing […]
Descanso Gardens presents Daphne’s Wardrobe—Metamorphosis into Nature, an interdisciplinary exhibition of artworks by women who explore transformations of the body into nature. Curated by Carole Ann Klonarides, the exhibition features wearable garments, photography, sculpture, painting, and works on paper. Daphne’s Wardrobe—Metamorphosis into Nature is open at the Sturt Haaga Gallery and Boddy House from March 1–June […]
We love our members! To show our appreciation, members get exclusive access from 5–7pm, March 10–16, plus these member perks: Monday, March 10: Bring a friend for free Tuesday, March 11 at 8am: Member-only spring bloom tour Wednesday, March 12: Enter a drawing to win 4 tickets to Enchanted Thursday, March 13: Enter a drawing […]
Click here for the March 12 (Wednesday) class and here for the March 14 (Friday) class Join us for an eight-week Tuesday yoga class with Barbara Wood in the Rose Pavilion every Tuesday from March 11–April 29, 8:30–10am. Yoga at Descanso Gardens is based on Hatha Yoga, which includes stretches, strengthening poses, breathing exercises, and […]
Descanso Gardens presents Daphne’s Wardrobe—Metamorphosis into Nature, an interdisciplinary exhibition of artworks by women who explore transformations of the body into nature. Curated by Carole Ann Klonarides, the exhibition features wearable garments, photography, sculpture, painting, and works on paper. Daphne’s Wardrobe—Metamorphosis into Nature is open at the Sturt Haaga Gallery and Boddy House from March 1–June […]
We love our members! To show our appreciation, members get exclusive access from 5–7pm, March 10–16, plus these member perks: Monday, March 10: Bring a friend for free Tuesday, March 11 at 8am: Member-only spring bloom tour Wednesday, March 12: Enter a drawing to win 4 tickets to Enchanted Thursday, March 13: Enter a drawing […]
Descanso Gardens presents Daphne’s Wardrobe—Metamorphosis into Nature, an interdisciplinary exhibition of artworks by women who explore transformations of the body into nature. Curated by Carole Ann Klonarides, the exhibition features wearable garments, photography, sculpture, painting, and works on paper. Daphne’s Wardrobe—Metamorphosis into Nature is open at the Sturt Haaga Gallery and Boddy House from March 1–June […]
Join us for an eight-week Wednesday yoga class with Kitty Schaller in the Rose Pavilion every Wednesday from March 12–April 30, 5–6:30pm. Yoga at Descanso Gardens is based on Hatha Yoga, which includes stretches, strengthening poses, breathing exercises, and mindful movement. The practice adapts to individual needs. Each class includes a 25-minute fitness walk and […]
We love our members! To show our appreciation, members get exclusive access from 5–7pm, March 10–16, plus these member perks: Monday, March 10: Bring a friend for free Tuesday, March 11 at 8am: Member-only spring bloom tour Wednesday, March 12: Enter a drawing to win 4 tickets to Enchanted Thursday, March 13: Enter a drawing […]
Descanso Gardens presents Daphne’s Wardrobe—Metamorphosis into Nature, an interdisciplinary exhibition of artworks by women who explore transformations of the body into nature. Curated by Carole Ann Klonarides, the exhibition features wearable garments, photography, sculpture, painting, and works on paper. Daphne’s Wardrobe—Metamorphosis into Nature is open at the Sturt Haaga Gallery and Boddy House from March 1–June […]
We love our members! To show our appreciation, members get exclusive access from 5–7pm, March 10–16, plus these member perks: Monday, March 10: Bring a friend for free Tuesday, March 11 at 8am: Member-only spring bloom tour Wednesday, March 12: Enter a drawing to win 4 tickets to Enchanted Thursday, March 13: Enter a drawing […]
Join us for an eight-week Friday yoga class with Joyce Blum in the Rose Pavilion every Friday from March 14–May 2, 8:30–10am. Yoga at Descanso Gardens is based on Hatha Yoga, which includes stretches, strengthening poses, breathing exercises, and mindful movement. The practice adapts to individual needs. Each class includes a 25-minute fitness walk and […]
