Enchanted Forest of Light is open in Descanso Gardens, filled with glowing magic
Popular installations are back at Enchanted Forest of Light at Descanso Gardens, including an entire town of magical “stained glass” houses by contemporary sculptor Tom Fruin, and sparkling geometric installations from HYBYCOZO — the art and design studio of Serge Beaulieu and Yelena Filipchuk known for creating large-scale, luminous geometric sculptures that blend mathematics, science, nature and technology.
Visitors will also see Flower Power on the Promenade, featuring thousands of electric tulips that create waves of color, and light choreographed to music.
Trees lit up near the Pixel Grove at the Enchanted Forest of Lights on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The Enchanted Forest of Lights runs through January 5th at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge. Tickets must be purchased in advance at https://www.descansogardens.org/enchanted-tickets/ (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
The Starlight Garden creates amazing shadows at the Enchanted Forest of Lights on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The Enchanted Forest of Lights runs through January 5th at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge. Tickets must be purchased in advance at https://www.descansogardens.org/enchanted-tickets/ (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Children take the stage near the Luminous Lawn at the Enchanted Forest of Lights on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The Enchanted Forest of Lights runs through January 5th at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge. Tickets must be purchased in advance at https://www.descansogardens.org/enchanted-tickets/ (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Fog creates in etherial atmosphere near the Pixel Grove at the Enchanted Forest of Lights on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The Enchanted Forest of Lights runs through January 5th at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge. Tickets must be purchased in advance at https://www.descansogardens.org/enchanted-tickets/ (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
The moon rises over a pond at the Enchanted Forest of Lights on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The Enchanted Forest of Lights runs through January 5th at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge. Tickets must be purchased in advance at https://www.descansogardens.org/enchanted-tickets/ (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
A visitor pauses to capture the moment in the Starlight Garden at the Enchanted Forest of Lights on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The Enchanted Forest of Lights runs through January 5th at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge. Tickets must be purchased in advance at https://www.descansogardens.org/enchanted-tickets/ (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
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Trees lit up near the Pixel Grove at the Enchanted Forest of Lights on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The Enchanted Forest of Lights runs through January 5th at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge. Tickets must be purchased in advance at https://www.descansogardens.org/enchanted-tickets/ (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Tickets must be purchased in advance at www.descansogardens.org/enchanted-tickets. The event route through the gardens is about one mile long and takes most visitors roughly one hour to complete.
Descanso Gardens officials say, “While it’s a relatively easy walk, we do recommend comfy, stable shoes.” The route is accessible for strollers, wheelchairs, and mobility assistance devices. Enchanted pathways have well-lit signage, and staff if you need assistance or directions.
Visitors should wear comfortable shoes and warm clothing and Descanso Gardens officials added, “Bring your magic umbrella to ward off any rain.”
