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.
Community Service Day
Get hands-on gardening experience by mulching in the garden and help care for Descanso at this volunteer opportunity. Instruction will be provided. All experience levels are welcome. Ages 16 or older. Must be able to lift, bend and stand for long periods of time. Moderate to heavy lifting involved. Bring gardening gloves and water. Remember […]
Plein Air Acrylic and Oil Painting Workshop
Join us for a painting workshop on Friday, October 20 to share the quiet beauty of the Rose Garden in all its splendor of greens, golds, pinks and reds. Instructor Dilmit Singh will guide you to keenly observe patterns created by shapes, both organic and inorganic. Dimlit will demonstrate the value of using creative and […]
Member Bird Walk
Come join our monthly walk for birders of all levels. Bring binoculars! Keep your bird count tallied on the updated and now downloadable Descanso bird checklist. No reservations required, exclusively for Descanso Gardens members.