A Very Retro Christmas

This holiday season, experience a radiance of retro, a bevy of bright, and numerous nostalgic moments with us. Marvel at playful trees draped in throwback baubles to shimmering tinsel to childhood-favorite toys. Stroll through a fab, festive holiday party scene decked out in mid-century magic. Reminisce amid a vintage Christmas street scene, make new merry memories amid dazzling, vibrant light displays—including some super-sized surprises—and revel in the retro fun at every turn.

Have yourself a merry retro Christmas.

Schedule of Events

November 17, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway

Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas

Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows

The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music

Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Carillon Music

Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy the holiday sounds of our 62-bell, five-octave Longwood Carillon in the lovely setting of our Chimes Tower.

November 18, 2023

9:00 AM: Autumn Armatures: Designs for the Holiday Season
Deck out your home with branch armatures, beautifully constructed pieces that can hold fall foliage and flowers for Thanksgiving, then move gracefully into the winter holiday season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PMBountiful Harvest Beginner Centerpiece Workshop
Use a vibrant combination of seasonal plants and flowers to create a design that bursts with fall color and dramatic texture. Sold out. Join the waitlist.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

November 19, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

November 20, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

November 21, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

November 22, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

November 23, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

November 24, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMCarillon Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy the holiday sounds of our 62-bell, five-octave Longwood Carillon in the lovely setting of our Chimes Tower.

November 25, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

November 26, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

November 27, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

November 28, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

November 29, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

6:30 PMCapturing Christmas Magic
Experience exclusive, before-hours access while capturing the magic of A Longwood Christmas as you’ve never been able to before. Sold out. Join the waitlist.

November 30, 2023

ALL DAY: Floral Design 1 Self-paced
Fully online. Learn the skills you need to create beautiful floral arrangements in this non-credit course.

ALL DAY: Floral Design 2 Self-paced
Fully online. Focus on contrast, proportion, scale, and more while building your floral design skillset in this non-credit course.

ALL DAY: Floral Design 3 Self-paced
Fully online. Expand and refine your floral design skills in this non-credit course.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

6:00 PMFlower of the Month: Magnolia Foliage
Create a floral design that evokes the transition from fall to winter—with magnolia foliage as the foundation. Sold out. Join the waitlist.

December 01, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMCarillon Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy the holiday sounds of our 62-bell, five-octave Longwood Carillon in the lovely setting of our Chimes Tower.

December 02, 2023

ALL DAY: Christmas in Kennett
Shop, dine, and stroll through historic Kennett Square before catching a shuttle to see A Longwood Christmas.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

1:00 PM: Holiday Village Workshop: Indoor/Outdoor Arrangement
Longwood at the Creamery. Use an assortment of greens, berries, and branches to create a beautiful hardy arrangement. Sold out. Join the waitlist.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 03, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

1:00 PMHoliday Village Workshop: Starry Night
Longwood at the Creamery. Create a holiday floral design inspired by a classic shape of the season: stars. Sold out. Join the waitlist.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 04, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

December 05, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

6:30 PM: O, Christmas Tree
Fully online. Join us online and learn more about winter's favorite tree—and how to keep it happy in your home for the entire holiday season.

December 06, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

6:30 PMLights! Camera! Christmas!
Revel in exclusive after-hours access to A Longwood Christmas in our Conservatory—and capture this festive indoor display at your leisure. Sold out. Join the waitlist.

December 07, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 6:00 PMProfessional Horticulture Student Holiday Plant Sale
Support our Professional Horticulture Program while shopping for beautiful plants and special arrangements. While supplies last.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 08, 2023

10:00 AM - 6:00 PMProfessional Horticulture Student Holiday Plant Sale
Support our Professional Horticulture Program while shopping for beautiful plants and special arrangements. While supplies last.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMCarillon Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy the holiday sounds of our 62-bell, five-octave Longwood Carillon in the lovely setting of our Chimes Tower.

December 09, 2023

(ALL DAY)Christmas in Kennett
Shop, dine, and stroll through historic Kennett Square before catching a shuttle to see A Longwood Christmas.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

12:00 PMMember Orientation
Join us to learn more about your Membership and enjoy a Garden tour and Scavenger Hunt.

1:00 PMHoliday Village Workshop: Hand-Rolled Metal Wreath
Longwood at the Creamery. Create a pinecone garland wrapped and draped over a metal ring that’s been handcrafted by a metalsmith. Sold out. Join the waitlist.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 10, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

1:00 PMHoliday Village Workshop: Traditional Wreath
Longwood at the Creamery. During this fun and festive class, create your own beautiful wreath to bring warmth to your home. Sold out. Join the waitlist.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 11, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

December 12, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

December 13, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

December 14, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

6:30 PMLights! Camera! Christmas!
Revel in exclusive after-hours access to A Longwood Christmas in our Conservatory—and capture this festive indoor display at your leisure. Sold out. Join the waitlist.

December 15, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

December 16, 2023

(ALL DAY)Christmas in Kennett
Shop, dine, and stroll through historic Kennett Square before catching a shuttle to see A Longwood Christmas.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 17, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 18, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 19, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 20, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMFlower of the Month: Poinsettia
Celebrate the festive colors and showstopping shape of the quintessential flower of the holiday season—the poinsettia.

December 21, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 22, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMCarillon Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy the holiday sounds of our 62-bell, five-octave Longwood Carillon in the lovely setting of our Chimes Tower.

December 23, 2023

(ALL DAY)Christmas in Kennett
Shop, dine, and stroll through historic Kennett Square before catching a shuttle to see A Longwood Christmas.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 8:30 pm: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 24, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

December 25, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

December 26, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 9:00 PMOutdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 27, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 9:00 PMOutdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 28, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 9:00 PM: Outdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 29, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 9:00 PMOutdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMCarillon Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy the holiday sounds of our 62-bell, five-octave Longwood Carillon in the lovely setting of our Chimes Tower.

December 30, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:30 PM - 9:00 PMOutdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

December 31, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm:  Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm:  Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

4:00 PM - 10:00 pm: New Year’s Eve
Free with Gardens Admission. Ring in the New Year with outdoor musicians, our historic organ, and more!

4:00 PM - 9:00 PMOutdoor Christmas Musicians
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

January 01, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

January 02, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

January 03, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

January 04, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

January 05, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMCarillon Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Enjoy the holiday sounds of our 62-bell, five-octave Longwood Carillon in the lovely setting of our Chimes Tower.

January 06, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

January 07, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: Garden Railway
Celebrate the 20+ year tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway.

10:00 AM - 11:00 pm: A Longwood Christmas
Cozy up to inviting fire pits, stroll through half-a-million lights, and relish the splendor of the season.

12:00 PM - 11:00 pm: Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. Weather permitting.

2:00 PM - 10:00 pm: Organ Music
Free with Gardens Admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

Date: November 17, 2023 - January 7, 2024

Hours: Gardens Open Daily 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

Location: Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348

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