View Longwood Gardens Events

You may use the search form to find specific events in categories that interest you.

Select a subject and month to view events:

    view events »

Featured Events

Orchid Extravaganza – Now through March 31

Immerse yourself in a dazzling world of orchids as Longwood transforms its Conservatory into a lush oasis showcasing the divas of the plant world. Highlights include a romantic Valentine's Dinner in the Conservatory, family-friendly OrKID Days, the Jazz Club featuring Grammy-winning trumpeter Terence Blanchard and vocalist Jane Monheit, a Clivia Show, a celebration of Samuel Barber with Curtis on Tour, and the return of the International Orchid Show and Sale in March.

Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance - beginning April 10, 2010

Longwood Gardens takes you inside the unmapped universe of scent with Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance, an interactive exhibition that explores the art, science and mystery of fragrance. Experience plants and flowers in an immersive sensory environment. Explore the mysterious power of scent. Discover the creative artistry and intricate science behind fragrance. Make your own fragrance and take home a personalized scent card. Engage your senses in this magical exhibition as you see, touch and smell Longwood’s fragrant world.

Lilytopia – May 21 through 31, 2010

Inspired by the world-famous lily show at Holland’s Keukenhof, Lilytopia is Longwood’s newest annual event, transforming its majestic East Conservatory into a breathtaking showcase for the newest varieties of lilies developed by Dutch hybridizers. More than 10,000 stems are featured in innovative displays representing the newest European trends.

School's Out Mondays

Join us February 15

Kids home from school on President's Day and looking for something to do? Come to Longwood for a day of family fun. Wear your PJs and get a coupon for a free cookie!


Find out more »

The Jazz Club

Performances in February, March and April

Enjoy a night of hot jazz in a floral paradise at The Jazz Club at Longwood Gardens. Performers include Grammy winner Terence Blanchard, stunning vocalist Jane Monheit and the captivating duo of Joshua Redman & Brad Mehldau Duo.


Find out more »

OrKid Days

February 20 & 27

Spend the day at Longwood enjoying concerts and activities for the whole family! Enjoy a performance, craft activity and meet exotic animals up close.


Find out more »

Curtis on Tour: Samuel Barber

Saturday, March 13; 8:00 pm

Celebrate Samuel Barber's 100th birthday with Barber's String Quartet Op.11, a well-crafted three-movement work performed by the talented musicians of the Curtis Institute of Music.


Find out more »

Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance

on view April 10–November 21, 2010

Longwood Gardens takes you inside the unmapped universe of scent with Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance, an interactive exhibition that explores the art, science and mystery of fragrance.


Find out more »