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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.

Event Series Trees Talk exhibition

Trees Talk Exhibition

Focusing on Descanso Gardens’ magnificent heritage coast live oaks, Trees Talk explores the hidden network that allows trees to communicate with one another. This beguiling exhibition showcases touchable and interactive […]

Event Series Spring Bloom Tours

Spring Bloom Tours

Join us for a guided walking tour of the Lilac and Japanese Gardens at Descanso on March 15 and 16 from 11am–noon. Meets at Center Circle. Free with admission, no […]

Included with admission or membership

Trees Talk Opening Reception

Join us on Saturday, March 16 from 3-5pm for the opening reception of Trees Talk, our newest exhibition coming to the Sturt Haaga Gallery. Focusing on Descanso Gardens’ magnificent heritage coast […]

Event Series Member Appreciation Week

Member Appreciation Week

We love our members! To show our appreciation for their support, we’re staying open from 5–7pm for members only, March 11–17 and celebrating with these member perks: Monday, March 11: […]

Included with Descanso Gardens membership
Event Series Trees Talk exhibition

Trees Talk Exhibition

Focusing on Descanso Gardens’ magnificent heritage coast live oaks, Trees Talk explores the hidden network that allows trees to communicate with one another. This beguiling exhibition showcases touchable and interactive […]

Extended Hours Begin

Descanso keeps its doors open until 7pm from March 18–August 31, 2024. Don't miss the best of golden hour and more during spring and summer in the garden.

Included with admission or membership
Event Series Trees Talk exhibition

Trees Talk Exhibition

Focusing on Descanso Gardens’ magnificent heritage coast live oaks, Trees Talk explores the hidden network that allows trees to communicate with one another. This beguiling exhibition showcases touchable and interactive […]

Event Series Trees Talk exhibition

Trees Talk Exhibition

Focusing on Descanso Gardens’ magnificent heritage coast live oaks, Trees Talk explores the hidden network that allows trees to communicate with one another. This beguiling exhibition showcases touchable and interactive […]

Event Series Trees Talk exhibition

Trees Talk Exhibition

Focusing on Descanso Gardens’ magnificent heritage coast live oaks, Trees Talk explores the hidden network that allows trees to communicate with one another. This beguiling exhibition showcases touchable and interactive […]

Event Series Trees Talk exhibition

Trees Talk Exhibition

Focusing on Descanso Gardens’ magnificent heritage coast live oaks, Trees Talk explores the hidden network that allows trees to communicate with one another. This beguiling exhibition showcases touchable and interactive […]

Event Series Trees Talk exhibition

Trees Talk Exhibition

Focusing on Descanso Gardens’ magnificent heritage coast live oaks, Trees Talk explores the hidden network that allows trees to communicate with one another. This beguiling exhibition showcases touchable and interactive […]

Cultivate: A Living Plant Museum

Cultivate is back! Don't miss Cultivate: A Living Plant Museum on March 22 from 4:30–7pm with fascinating tours, workshops, a DJ in the gardens, and live demonstrations. Wander the grounds at your own pace, with new activities around every corner. The event is free with admission, so come celebrate spring and learn what makes Descanso […]

Included with admission or membership