Illustration of a house and yard glowing with string lights beside a snowman at dusk (A Longwood Christmas)

A Longwood Christmas

Visitors can wander through cosmos-inspired holiday displays featuring rotating starry trees, an Exhibition Hall filled with sweeping poinsettias, and a tunnel illuminated by nearly 20,000 bulbs. Outdoor attractions include dancing fountain shows choreographed to classic Christmas music, miniature model trains running through landscaped settings, and live outdoor musicians. Inside the conservatories, guests can also enjoy cascades of orchids, festive evergreens, and seasonal music played on the historic Longwood Organ.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

longwoodgardens.org

When

Hours

10:00 am—11:00 pm daily.

Food & Drink

Seasonal dining includes Taste of Christmas in The Fountain Room on select dates and the 1906 Holiday Season Menu.

Accessibility

Most garden paths are wide and paved with accessible routes, accessible parking, and elevators in the Main Conservatory and Overlook.

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Garden lovers and families

Vibe

Luminous and wondrous

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Reserve a timed admission ticket in advance, as advance purchase is recommended and tickets may sell out.
  • Members should make a reservation for their visit, as member reservations are part of the timed-entry system.
  • Check the dates for outdoor Christmas musicians before choosing a visit, since their performances take place only on select dates.
  • Allow time to explore the indoor displays and outdoor attractions, including the illuminated tunnel, fountains, and model trains.
  • If you want a holiday meal or class, plan around its separate listing rather than assuming it is included with a Gardens visit.

Special Events & Promotions

  • New this year: the cosmic theme includes a gilded astronomer’s observatory in the Music Room and a spherical galaxy in the Exhibition Hall.
  • Taste of Christmas in The Fountain Room is a separately ticketed dining experience on select dates during A Longwood Christmas.
  • The 1906 Holiday Season Menu is available by reservation.
  • Holiday Memories Creative Writing Workshop is offered December 1.
  • Kissing Boughs workshop is offered December 12.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I see during A Longwood Christmas?

Explore the cosmic-themed displays, rotating starry trees, poinsettias, orchids, the illuminated tunnel, fountain shows, and miniature model trains. Organ music is offered daily, and outdoor musicians perform on select dates.

Should I reserve admission in advance?

Yes. Admission is timed, member reservations are available, and advance purchase is recommended because tickets may sell out.

Are there dining experiences or classes during the season?

The season includes Taste of Christmas in The Fountain Room on select dates, a 1906 Holiday Season Menu, and separately listed holiday classes and workshops.

What is available for New Year’s Eve?

The New Year’s Eve program includes outdoor musicians, the historic organ, and more, and is free with Gardens admission.

Are the miniature trains dependent on the weather?

Yes. The model trains run during regular Gardens hours, weather permitting.

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