Descanso After Dark: Nature’s Magic

Join us for Descanso After Dark, a summer event series that brings people together through art, performance, and interactive experiences at night in the gardens. Spaces are limited—purchase tickets in advance here . Descanso After Dark: Nature’s Magic invites you into a night of wonder and whimsy inspired by the hidden magic of the natural world. From earth-based folklore to the secret lives of plants, explore the mysteries that surround us every day and lean into the wonder of Descanso. Wander the grounds at your own pace, discovering performances and activities that unfold throughout the evening. Drinks and light refreshments will be available for purchase. $30 for members, $40 for non-members. $10 for children 3-12, children under 3 are free. Schedule CRAFT — 7-9:45pm | Flower Crown Craft WATCH — 8:15-8:45pm and 9:15-9:45pm| Large Scale Folklore Puppets by Freak Nature Puppets EXPERIENCE — 7:15-7:45pm and 8:30-9pm | The Secret Songs of Plants Listen to and participate in plant-generated music brought to life through Sharon Chohi Kim’s vocal performance and acclaimed composer Yuval Ron’s new music based on the medicinal plants formulas, along with special guest Joe Patitucci, the inventor of the PlantWave device. ENGAGE — 7:15-9:30pm | Herbalism Station with Irena Stathis LEARN — 7-10pm | Mushrooms and Mythology with Aaron Tupac Explore our ancient human relationships with fungi through stories of folklore, science, and art. This program is generously funded, in part, by Pe