2019–2020 Performance Series
We welcome you wholeheartedly to experience the performing arts with us.
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Upcoming at Longwood
Tue. Sep 17
Delaware Photographic Society
Explore a summer exhibit from one of America’s oldest and most respected photographic associations.
9:00 amTue. Sep 17
Family Story Time
Young guests can enjoy nature-based stories surrounded by the beauty of our Gardens. Free with Gardens Admission.
10:00 am 10:45 amTue. Sep 17
Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
750 jets of water come alive with five-minute shows set to music.
10:15 am 12:15 pm 2:15 pm 4:15 pmTue. Sep 17
Wonders of the Waterlilies
Learn more about the pools, plants and fish that are part of this amazing display. Free with Gardens Admission.
10:30 amTue. Sep 17
Main Fountain Garden Fountain Performances
Enjoy the thrill of what 1,719 jets can do—from spinning and dancing to music, to soaring as high as 175 feet.
11:15 am 1:15 pm 3:15 pm 5:15 pmTue. Sep 17
Spotlight Talks
Explore different facets of our history and gardens with one of our expert staff. Free with Gardens Admission.
11:30 am 12:30 pmTue. Sep 17
Behind the Scenes Tour: Under the Fountains
Experience the Main Fountain Garden from the inside out. Ticket required.
1:15 pm 3:15 pmTue. Sep 17
Garden Story Tour
Explore the highlights of Longwood’s historic gardens on a guided walking tour. Free with Gardens Admission.
2:00 pmTue. Sep 17
Grow & Know: Dahlias
Take a trip with us to The Farm at Oxford and get a chance to learn from dahlia grower extraordinaire Mara Tyler.
4:00 pmWed. Sep 18
Delaware Photographic Society
Explore a summer exhibit from one of America’s oldest and most respected photographic associations.
9:00 amWed. Sep 18
Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
750 jets of water come alive with five-minute shows set to music.
10:15 am 12:15 pm 2:15 pm 4:15 pmWed. Sep 18
Meadow Ecology Walk
Learn more about our native meadows and the plants and animals that call them home. Free with Gardens Admission.
10:30 amWed. Sep 18
Main Fountain Garden Fountain Performances
Enjoy the thrill of what 1,719 jets can do—from spinning and dancing to music, to soaring as high as 175 feet.
11:15 am 1:15 pm 3:15 pm 5:15 pmWed. Sep 18
Spotlight Talks
Explore different facets of our history and gardens with one of our expert staff. Free with Gardens Admission.
11:30 am 12:30 pmWed. Sep 18
Garden Story Tour
Explore the highlights of Longwood’s historic gardens on a guided walking tour. Free with Gardens Admission.
2:00 pmWed. Sep 18
Aquatic Plants
3 sessions. Dive deep into these beautiful, mysterious plants and learn how to add a water garden to your property.
6:30 pmThu. Sep 19
Waterlilies in Oil Pastels
Using vibrant oil pastels, capture the beauty and serenity of Longwood's magnificent waterlily collection.
8:30 amThu. Sep 19
Delaware Photographic Society
Explore a summer exhibit from one of America’s oldest and most respected photographic associations.
9:00 amThu. Sep 19
Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
750 jets of water come alive with five-minute shows set to music.
10:15 am 12:15 pm 2:15 pm 4:15 pmThu. Sep 19
Main Fountain Garden Fountain Performances
Enjoy the thrill of what 1,719 jets can do—from spinning and dancing to music, to soaring as high as 175 feet.
11:15 am 1:15 pm 3:15 pm 5:15 pm 6:15 pm 7:15 pmThu. Sep 19
Spotlight Talks
Explore different facets of our history and gardens with one of our expert staff. Free with Gardens Admission.
11:30 am 12:30 pmThu. Sep 19
Behind the Scenes Tour: Under the Fountains
Experience the Main Fountain Garden from the inside out. Ticket required.
1:15 pm 3:15 pmThu. Sep 19
Garden Story Tour
Explore the highlights of Longwood’s historic gardens on a guided walking tour. Free with Gardens Admission.
2:00 pmThu. Sep 19
Main Fountain Garden Illuminated Fountain Performances
Enjoy a nighttime spectacle unlike any other.
8:15 pmFri. Sep 20
Delaware Photographic Society
Explore a summer exhibit from one of America’s oldest and most respected photographic associations.
9:00 amFri. Sep 20
Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
750 jets of water come alive with five-minute shows set to music.
10:15 am 12:15 pm 2:15 pm 4:15 pmFri. Sep 20
Main Fountain Garden Fountain Performances
Enjoy the thrill of what 1,719 jets can do—from spinning and dancing to music, to soaring as high as 175 feet.
11:15 am 1:15 pm 3:15 pm 5:15 pm 6:15 pm 7:15 pmFri. Sep 20
Spotlight Talks
Explore different facets of our history and gardens with one of our expert staff. Free with Gardens Admission.
11:30 am 12:30 pmFri. Sep 20
Behind the Scenes Tour: Under the Fountains
Experience the Main Fountain Garden from the inside out. Ticket required.
1:15 pm 3:15 pmFri. Sep 20
Garden Story Tour
Explore the highlights of Longwood’s historic gardens on a guided walking tour. Free with Gardens Admission.
2:00 pmFri. Sep 20
Wonders of the Waterlilies
Learn more about the pools, plants and fish that are part of this amazing display. Free with Gardens Admission.
6:30 pmFri. Sep 20
Main Fountain Garden Illuminated Fountain Performances
Enjoy a nighttime spectacle unlike any other.
8:15 pmSat. Sep 21
Delaware Photographic Society
Explore a summer exhibit from one of America’s oldest and most respected photographic associations.
9:00 amSat. Sep 21
Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
750 jets of water come alive with five-minute shows set to music.
10:15 am 12:15 pm 2:15 pm 4:15 pmSat. Sep 21
Meadow Garden Wildflower Walks
Join our wildflower experts on our meadow trails to discover what’s in bloom. Free with Gardens Admission.
10:30 amSat. Sep 21
Main Fountain Garden Fountain Performances
Enjoy the thrill of what 1,719 jets can do—from spinning and dancing to music, to soaring as high as 175 feet.
11:15 am 1:15 pm 3:15 pm 5:15 pm 6:15 pm 7:15 pmSat. Sep 21
Spotlight Talks
Explore different facets of our history and gardens with one of our expert staff. Free with Gardens Admission.
11:30 am 12:30 pmSat. Sep 21
Yes, Yu-ca-tan!
Create a centerpiece with flowers originating from the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico.
12:00 pmSat. Sep 21
Dahlia Show
Brilliant dahlia blooms fill our Ballroom during The Greater Philadelphia Dahlia Society Show.
1:00 pmSat. Sep 21
Meet Us in the Meadow
Discover pollinators, feathered friends, and an abundance of plants while celebrating and exploring this incredible habitat. Free with Gardens Admission.
1:00 pmSat. Sep 21
Garden Story Tour
Explore the highlights of Longwood’s historic gardens on a guided walking tour. Free with Gardens Admission.
2:00 pmSat. Sep 21
Tropical Tiles of the Maya
Using containers constructed from iconic Mexican tiles, create the perfect accent for your summer patio.
4:00 pmSat. Sep 21
Main Fountain Garden Illuminated Fountain Performances
Enjoy a nighttime spectacle unlike any other.
8:15 pmSun. Sep 22
Meadow Birding Hikes
Join our experienced birding volunteers as they lead you through the Meadow Garden in search of our resident and migratory bird species. Free with Gardens Admission.
9:00 amSun. Sep 22
Dahlia Show
Brilliant dahlia blooms fill our Ballroom during The Greater Philadelphia Dahlia Society Show.
9:00 amSun. Sep 22
Delaware Photographic Society
Explore a summer exhibit from one of America’s oldest and most respected photographic associations.
9:00 amSun. Sep 22
Get on the “A List:” Hollywood Inspired Event Workshop
Create table centerpieces, hanging designs, custom floral accents, and a larger-than-life arrangement.
9:00 amSun. Sep 22
Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
750 jets of water come alive with five-minute shows set to music.
10:15 am 12:15 pm 2:15 pm 4:15 pmSun. Sep 22
Main Fountain Garden Fountain Performances
Enjoy the thrill of what 1,719 jets can do—from spinning and dancing to music, to soaring as high as 175 feet.
11:15 am 1:15 pm 3:15 pm 5:15 pmSun. Sep 22
Spotlight Talks
Explore different facets of our history and gardens with one of our expert staff. Free with Gardens Admission.
11:30 am 12:30 pmSun. Sep 22
Behind the Scenes Tour: Under the Fountains
Experience the Main Fountain Garden from the inside out. Ticket required.
1:15 pm 3:15 pmSun. Sep 22
John Widmann
The city carillonneur for Frederick, Maryland, John Widmann has toured the US and Europe as a recitalist.
2:00 pmSun. Sep 22
Garden Story Tour
Explore the highlights of Longwood’s historic gardens on a guided walking tour. Free with Gardens Admission.
2:00 pmSun. Sep 22
Summer Members-only Hours
The Gardens stay open late on select evenings this summer, just for Members.
6:00 pmSun. Sep 22
Gina Chavez
Multi-ethnic cultural ambassador Gina Chavez traverses the Americas with her collection of bilingual folk-pop songs.
7:30 pmMon. Sep 23
Birds of Longwood Walks
Join experienced guides on a quest to discover Longwood's feathery inhabitants. Free with Gardens Admission.
9:00 amMon. Sep 23
Delaware Photographic Society
Explore a summer exhibit from one of America’s oldest and most respected photographic associations.
9:00 amMon. Sep 23
Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows
750 jets of water come alive with five-minute shows set to music.
10:15 am 12:15 pm 2:15 pm 4:15 pmMon. Sep 23
Main Fountain Garden Fountain Performances
Enjoy the thrill of what 1,719 jets can do—from spinning and dancing to music, to soaring as high as 175 feet.
11:15 am 1:15 pm 3:15 pm 5:15 pmMon. Sep 23
Spotlight Talks
Explore different facets of our history and gardens with one of our expert staff. Free with Gardens Admission.
11:30 am 12:30 pmMon. Sep 23
Garden Story Tour
Explore the highlights of Longwood’s historic gardens on a guided walking tour. Free with Gardens Admission.
2:00 pmFeatured Events & Performances
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Music, Performances & Theater
Delight in the spectacular jazz, pop, and classical performances you love.
Tours
Discover interesting facts about our history, design, plants, and wildlife.
Classes & Workshops
Continuing Education provides practical information, whatever your level of gardening experience.
Family & Kids
Longwood is the ideal place for kids! Check out our upcoming family-friendly events.
