Events
Watercolor Garden Party with Erin Gleeson
86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA, United StatesExperience the magic of Filoli’s Garden through the eyes of Erin Gleeson, artist, chef, and New York Times bestselling author. In this immersive watercolor workshop, Erin will guide you in creating a stunning watercolor piece, inspired by natural beauty and Erin's newest book, Watercolor Feast. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, Erin will provide…
Watercolor Garden Party with Erin Gleeson
86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA, United StatesExperience the magic of Filoli’s Garden through the eyes of Erin Gleeson, artist, chef, and New York Times bestselling author. In this immersive watercolor workshop, Erin will guide you in creating a stunning watercolor piece, inspired by natural beauty and Erin's newest book, Watercolor Feast. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, Erin will provide…
Service Learning: Invasive Species with Citizen Science
86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA, United StatesDive into a hands-on, educational experience as we work together to protect and preserve Filoli’s natural habitats! Join us in exploring Filoli’s Natural Lands as we search for invasive species and contribute our findings to the global Citizen Science effort through iNaturalist. Led by Filoli staff and a Citizen Science expert, this program will deepen…
Bonsai Day
86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA, United StatesCurious about bonsai care? On Sunday, May 18, Filoli hosts the Kusamura Bonsai Club to demonstrate bonsai pruning and answer all your questions about this ancient artform. Stop by the…
Bonsai and Beyond: The Life and Art of Dennis Makishima
86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA, United StatesBe inspired by Dennis Makishima, a third-generation Japanese-American, Vietnam veteran, and acclaimed bonsai master, as he reflects on his life and the ancient art of bonsai. Dennis’ journey spans from his apprenticeship in Toyohashi, Japan, under Bonsai Master Yasuo Mitsuya to creating the Merritt College Aesthetic Tree Pruning Program and leading the Golden State Bonsai Federation as President. During this…
IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild
86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA, United StatesIN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild™ is an outdoor concert series where America’s most stunning landscapes replace the traditional concert hall. Guests explore the surrounding environment while listening to the music through wireless headphones, creating an immersive experience that fosters a connection with the music, nature, and with one another. Filoli is thrilled…
IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild
86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA, United StatesIN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild™ is an outdoor concert series where America’s most stunning landscapes replace the traditional concert hall. Guests explore the surrounding environment while listening to the music through wireless headphones, creating an immersive experience that fosters a connection with the music, nature, and with one another. Filoli is thrilled…
Insider’s Garden Tour
86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA, United StatesDiscover Filoli's garden anew on this exclusive tour with the seasoned horticulture staff who know every inch of it. Learn about the history of the 16-acre English Renaissance garden, the stories of its treasured specimens, and journey behind the walls to see the magic that makes it happen. This is your opportunity to ask our…
Dapper Days Weekend
86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA, United StatesTravel through time and immerse yourself in the glamour and style of the 1920s through the 1940s at Filoli. From the flapper gowns and jazz of the 1920s to the elegance and wartime resilience of the 1940s, this event is a tribute to the most iconic decades in modern history. Guests are encouraged to capture…