Descanso Gardens

Be stirred by the surreal seasonal sight at Descanso Gardens.

Look for lights to add twinkle to the new train depot area during “Enchanted.”

Fall arrives in Southern California when Nessie, the pumpkin serpent, magically appears at Descanso Gardens.

Admire shimmering sculptures of light and twinkly tulips at Descanso Gardens.

The recently updated train area will be “aglow” during the multi-week celebration.

Enjoy DJ music, gardening chitchat, and more at the easygoing Descanso Gardens event.

“Carved,” the La Cañada Flintridge garden’s annual pumpkin-themed experience, returns in October.

The long-loved Descanso Railroad is wending through lovely little landscapes filled with model trains.

The pretty property’s summer schedule is festooned with uplifting activities and entertainment events.

Marvelous Matilija poppies are in bright bloom at Descanso Gardens and other sylvan spots around our region.

Quickly: Head for the La Cañada Flintridge gem’s beautiful Japanese Garden.

Enjoy a bite and beverage at the leafy destination’s Magnolia Lawn.

Call it a colorful sign of things to come, arriving on an especially gray day.

It’s on the early side, yes, but if you just can’t wait, swing by and admire the sheer pink-a-tude.

Bulb by bulb, one of the destination’s best-known sights is starting to take early shape.

The open-air illumination event features several sparkly installations along a pretty pathway.

Admire “Animals Aglow” at the popular event, which also features light tunnels, Holiday Happy Hours, and a Family New Year’s Eve.

Visit the outdoor altar, and leave a photo of a dearly missed loved one, in La Cañada Flintridge.

Visiting the squash-covered structure is included with your garden admission, sweet.

The glimmerful gathering will add pumpkin artistry to several October nights.