We’re midway through March with a full calendar of springtime events, including free outdoor concerts, various estate tours, wellness activities, workshops, and more.
Our Music in the Gardens program continues March 15 with the third of five straight weeks of live entertainment, featuring a different act each Sunday. See below for the full lineup. Please review our picnic policy here.
You’re also invited to give one of our weekly wellness activities a try. We offer bird walks on Thursdays, yoga on Fridays, and tai chi on Saturdays. Please refer to our events calendar for a full list of dates and times. These activities are always free, and guests of all ages and experience levels are encouraged to join.
Please be aware that our final yoga session of the season will take place March 27. Starting in April, we will take some time to address traffic flow issues at the entrance of Sunnylands on Bob Hope Drive during highly popular events.
Otherwise art, wellness, and horticulture workshops continue through spring. Browse your options below. Costs vary and space is limited so be sure to secure your spot quickly.
April tour tickets will be available for purchase beginning Sunday, March 15, at 9 a.m. Pacific Time. Spring is an incredible time to tour the historic estate, inside and out.
Just before Earth Day, we have another Family Day event celebrating the gardens on April 19, free and open to the public. Details to come.
The Center & Gardens is open Wednesday through Sunday, 8:30 am to 4 pm, with free parking and admission.
See you around!
April tour tickets: Available March 15 at 9 a.m.
The 90-minute Historic House Tour takes guests inside the Annenberg home, highlighting the architecture, décor, and hospitality enjoyed by cultural icons for decades. Guided outdoor tours, such as the Open-Air Experience and the Historic Walk, also share the Sunnylands story while featuring the home’s midcentury modern architecture and stunning views of the golf course and grounds.
New exhibition—Curating Canopy: Trees at Sunnylands
The serenity of Sunnylands originates in large part from the careful selection of trees that founders Walter and Leonore Annenberg chose in the mid-1960s, transforming 200 acres of bare desert into a verdant oasis. Through beautiful imagery by photographer David Loftus, this new exhibition invites guests to view trees not just as landscape features but as art, each tree with its own sculptural form and seasonal expression.
Saturdays: Tai Chi in the Gardens
Offered most Saturdays at 10 am, November through April, Tai Chi in the Gardens is an opportunity to practice the beginning positions of the Yang Family 108 Long Form. These free, 60-minute sessions are open to all ages and experience levels. No reservations needed. Sun protection and water are suggested.
Free concert series: Music in the Gardens
Sunnylands’ annual Music in the Gardens concert series takes place each Sunday in March with a different musical act every week from 11 am to 1 pm. The series continues Sunday, March 15, with a performance by Sherry Williams. Click or tap below for the full schedule. No reservations needed.
Horticulture workshop: Terrarium Building
Join instructor Ian Santos from Los Angeleaves for a hands-on terrarium building workshop and create your own miniature living world under glass. Participants will learn the basics of plant care, layering techniques, and design tips to make their terrarium thrive. Fee: $73.79 per person. For registered participants only. Limited spaces available.
Thursdays: Free guided Bird Walks
Offered most Thursdays at 8:45 am, November through May, guided Bird Walks are an opportunity to discover various local and migratory bird species in the Sunnylands gardens. These free 60-minute walks are open to all ages and experience levels. No reservations needed. Sun protection, water, and binoculars are suggested. Meet outside the Center entrance.
New program: Estate Tree Walk Series
Take a 60-minute walk on the Sunnylands estate exploring the notable trees, landscape history, and how Sunnylands started to produce olive oil. Enjoy an olive oil tasting at the end of your walk. Fee: $26.99 per person. For registered guests only. Available on select Thursdays, now through April. Walks are led by Center & Gardens Director Michaeleen Gallagher and Thom Curry, founder of Temecula Olive Oil.
Fridays*: Yoga in the Gardens
Offered most Fridays at 10 am, November through March, Yoga in the Gardens is an opportunity to practice poses ranging from beginner to intermediate. These free, 60-minute sessions are open to all ages and experience levels. No reservations needed. Sun protection and water are suggested.
*Please note, after March 27, Yoga in the Gardens will conclude for the season.
April 4: Slow Art Day at Sunnylands
Join us and the Portrait Society of America for Slow Art Day. Guests are invited to observe a live painting of a model in the Sunnylands gardens, between 9 am and 2 pm. A globally recognized annual event, Slow Art Day encourages individuals to slow down and deeply engage with art to encourage personal connections.
New wellness series: Movement & Mindfulness
Designed for adults, but open to all, this new series focuses on graceful, low-impact movement that nurtures mobility, balance, and a deeper connection to the body. It is a gentle, yet inspiring movement class set in the serene Sunnylands gardens. These 60-minute guided sessions are free and open to the public to join. No reservations needed.
Wellness Series: Live Easy Meditation
Guided by instructor Lisa Botts, participants will practice wellness exercises in the Sunnylands gardens. Anchored in meditation, breathwork, gentle movement, and sound therapy, this program focuses on stress relief, emotional balance, and mental clarity. Fee: $11.90 per person. For registered participants only. Limited spaces available. This series is offered on various dates throughout the season.
Beverages, light lunches, and tasty treats at the café
The Sunnylands café offers an appetizing selection of drinks (coffee, herbal teas, and soft drinks) and lunch options (sandwiches, wraps, and salads) as well as sweet treats (ice cream, cookies, muffins, and more). Enjoy stunning garden views from the outdoor patio. Click or tap below for the full menu.
Shop in person or online at the Sunnylands Shop
Browse a variety of great gift options for the Sunnylands enthusiast in your life. Stop by during your next Sunnylands visit or shop online. Items include new Sunnylands hats, mugs, postcards, exhibition catalogs, and more. For online purchases, select shipping or free in-person pickup at the Sunnylands Center.
This month's botanical spotlight: Brakelights
The smallest of the Hesperaloe species at Sunnylands, Brakelights boast deep red blooms, but can be tinged with dark purple, making them incredibly striking to see up close. Hesperaloe in general appears to be popular with both nectaring hummingbirds and opportunistic caterpillar species. Browse the gardens at your own pace or try one of five self-guided audio garden walks.