Events & Performances

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Now Through November 15, 2026

Chrysanthemum Festival

Just for you, we've carefully nurtured and trained thousands of blooms into extraordinary forms, from elegant spirals and cascading baskets to floating clouds and towering columns.

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Designing Stormwater Solutions

Learn how you can incorporate innovative solutions into your landscape designs to help communities better manage their stormwater. Registration closed.

Elective Class for the Landscape Design Certificate

November 12–December 10, 2026
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Tasting and Pairing Wines for the Holiday Table

Guided by an expert, participants will explore a curated selection of wines chosen to complement the diverse flavors and traditions of the holiday table. Registration closed.

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:00-8:00 pm
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In Focus Photography Workshop: Creating Christmas

Practice the unique photojournalistic style of photography by documenting the perfect subject—the behind-the-scenes set up of our iconic A Longwood Christmas season. Sold out. Join the waitlist. 

November 12–23, 2026
Handmade Holiday Jewelry

Create your own custom jewelry this holiday season—for yourself or to give as a heartfelt gift to a loved one—all inspired by the beauty A Longwood Christmas. Registration closed.

November 13-20, 2026
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Spotlight Tours

Free with Gardens Admission. Space is limited. Join a tour guide and discover more about Longwood during our free, 30-minute Spotlight Tours.

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