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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 Daphne’s Wardrobe

Daphne’s Wardrobe

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 […]

Included with admission or membership

Summer Yoga

Join us for an eight-week Wednesday yoga class with Kitty Schaller in the Rose Pavilion every Wednesday from May 14–July 2, 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 […]

$136
Event Series Daphne’s Wardrobe

Daphne’s Wardrobe

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 […]

Included with admission or membership

Summer Yoga

Join us for a yoga class with Joyce Blum in the Rose Pavilion from May 16–July 11, 8:30–10am on Fridays. Please note that there is no session on July 4. 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. […]

$136
Event Series Daphne’s Wardrobe

Daphne’s Wardrobe

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 […]

Included with admission or membership

New Volunteer Information Session

Interested in volunteering at Descanso? Information sessions for new volunteers will be held over Zoom and will describe Descanso’s history, mission, volunteer program, current opportunities, and how to complete the application process. Please fill out the Volunteer Interest Form to receive a Zoom invitation.

Event Series Daphne’s Wardrobe

Daphne’s Wardrobe

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 […]

Included with admission or membership
Event Series Spring Blooms Tour

Spring Blooms Tour

Join the Descanso Gardens horticulture department for a guided walking tour to learn about what's blooming in the Gardens. Free with admission, no registration required.

Included with admission or membership
Event Series Daphne’s Wardrobe

Daphne’s Wardrobe

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 […]

Included with admission or membership
Event Series Spring Blooms Tour

Spring Blooms Tour

Join the Descanso Gardens horticulture department for a guided walking tour to learn about what's blooming in the Gardens. Free with admission, no registration required.

Included with admission or membership