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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.

(CANCELED) Little Explorers

Please note that Little Explorers is canceled on Friday, February 7 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.

Included with admission or membership

Writing a Sense of Place

Led by Descanso Gardener Andrew Fleming, this workshop will include guidance on creative writing inspired by the natural world in our gardens. Meets at Mulberry Pond. No advance registration required, free with admission or membership. This program is generously funded, in part, by Perenchio Foundation.

Free with admission or membership
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 Botanic Boutique

Botanic Boutique

Find the perfect gift for your loved ones just in time for Valentine’s Day! Enjoy a no-host bar and meet some of the area’s local artisans at Botanic Boutique, a collection of creative artists and makers. Shop from an assortment of beautifully handcrafted jewelry, ceramics, stationery, handbags & scarves, kokedama, and more. Entry to Botanic […]

Included with admission or membership
Event Series Botanic Boutique

Botanic Boutique

Find the perfect gift for your loved ones just in time for Valentine’s Day! Enjoy a no-host bar and meet some of the area’s local artisans at Botanic Boutique, a collection of creative artists and makers. Shop from an assortment of beautifully handcrafted jewelry, ceramics, stationery, handbags & scarves, kokedama, and more. Entry to Botanic […]

Included with admission or membership

(SOLD OUT) Plein Air Watercolor Class

Please note, this class is sold out. Explore the beauty of the garden with a plein air watercolor class! Instructor Pete Morris leads a relaxing and beginner-friendly class. Students will receive a class supply list in confirmation email. $25 members, $30 non-members. Members can register here, registration opens to non-members on January 10 at 10am. […]

$25 – $30
Event Series Take a Poem, Leave a Poem

Take a Poem, Leave a Poem

Poems about different kinds of love will adorn the sides of the Rose Garden Pavilion. Guests are invited to select one as a keepsake, and are also encouraged to write their own poem to hang on the display (or take home!). Free with admission, no advance registration required. This program is generously funded, in part, […]

Included with admission or membership

(SOLD OUT) Mushroom Walk with Aaron Tupac

Please note that this walk is sold out. Join mycologist Aaron Tupac on a 90-minute guided mushroom walk in the gardens. Attendees will learn about ecology, native plants and fungi, fungi identification techniques, and best practices for mushrooming. The group will also witness a macro photography demonstration. $15 members, $20 non-members.  About Aaron Tupac Aaron […]

$15 – $20

Student Community Service Day

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 space available, please RSVP. RSVP to volunteer@descansogardens.org by Saturday, […]

Free
Event Series Camellia Display

Camellia Display

The Southern California Camellia Society presents a display of special, locally grown camellia blossoms. This annual show gets more spectacular every year, with eye-catching blooms of all shapes, sizes, and colors. Come see the varieties being exhibited this year! Meets in Maple near Guest Services. No advance registration required, free with admission.

Included with admission or membership
Event Series Take a Poem, Leave a Poem

Take a Poem, Leave a Poem

Poems about different kinds of love will adorn the sides of the Rose Garden Pavilion. Guests are invited to select one as a keepsake, and are also encouraged to write their own poem to hang on the display (or take home!). Free with admission, no advance registration required. This program is generously funded, in part, […]

Included with admission or membership
Event Series Camellia Display

Camellia Display

The Southern California Camellia Society presents a display of special, locally grown camellia blossoms. This annual show gets more spectacular every year, with eye-catching blooms of all shapes, sizes, and colors. Come see the varieties being exhibited this year! Meets in Maple near Guest Services. No advance registration required, free with admission.

Included with admission or membership