Fountain Fest Weekends

Beach Bash Weekend
June 12, 13, 14; 5:00–10:00 pm

Presented by JPMorgan Chase

Hang ten with this feel-good weekend of summer hits, including three nights of our all-new Surf’s Up Illuminated Fountain Performance. For even more fun, purchase tickets for The Music of the Beach Boys featuring Pet Sounds Live, an exciting tribute performance held each evening in the Open Air Theatre at 7:00 pm.

• Spotlight Tours (4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 7:00 pm)
  During our free, 30-minute guided Spotlight Tours, explore our Bonsai Courtyard, a contemplative space where meticulous artistry and the beauty of nature converge.
• Open Chimes Tower Hours (4:00–6:00 pm)
  Climb to the top of the Chimes Tower for a stunning view of Longwood’s 62-bell carillon and the surrounding landscape.
• Family Activity at the Topiary Garden Entrance (6:00–8:00 pm)
  Enjoy a fun family activity themed to this Fountain Fest Weekend.
• Carillon Music (6:30 pm)
  Enjoy songs by The Beach Boys on the Longwood Carillon’s automatic player.
• Themed Concessions
• Illuminated Fountain Performance
  • June 12 at 9:15 pm: Surf’s Up (new this year!)
  • June 13 at 9:15 pm: Surf’s Up (new this year!)
  • June 14 at 9:15 pm: Surf’s Up (new this year!)
• The Music of The Beach Boys featuring Pet Sounds LIVE! (7:00 pm)
  Performance Ticket Required
  Experience the energy of The Beach Boys tribute band Pet Sounds LIVE! as they perform in our Open Air Theatre. Tickets include all-day Gardens Admission.

America’s 250th Weekend
July 3*, 4, 5; 5:00–10:00 pm

*July 3 is the rain date for our July 2 Fireworks & Fountains Show: Great American Composers. Should the July 2 Fireworks & Fountains Show be rescheduled for July 3, our Gardens will close at 6:00 pm on July 3 and Fountain Fest Weekend programming will not take place that evening.

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a weekend of thrills and fun for all.

• Spotlight Tours (4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 7:00 pm)
  During our free, 30-minute guided Spotlight Tours, enjoy the cool shade of Peirce’s Park. We will celebrate the heritage of Longwood Gardens’ beginnings and the continued stewardship of our tree collection.
• Open Chimes Tower Hours (5:00–8:00 pm)
  Climb to the top of the Chimes Tower for a stunning view of Longwood’s 62-bell carillon and the surrounding landscape.
• Live Music in the Beer Garden (6:00–8:45 pm)
  • July 3: TBD
  • July 4: Borderline (Bluegrass)
  • July 5: The Stonethrowers String Band with Marc Silver (Americana, Bluegrass, String Band Tradition)
• Carillon Music (8:30 pm)
  Enjoy selections of American music on the Longwood Carillon’s automatic player.
• Themed Concessions
• Illuminated Fountain Performance
  • July 3 at 9:15 pm: TBD
  • July 4 at 9:15 pm: Stars and Stripes Forever
  • July 5 at 9:15 pm: Spirit of America

Animated Adventures Weekend
August 14, 15, 16; 5:00–10:00 pm

Enjoy a Fountain Fest Weekend designed for the entire family, filled with engaging activities and three nights of an all-new vibrant Illuminated Fountain Performance set to the music of K-Pop Demon Hunters, Encanto, Cinderella, and more.

• Spotlight Tours (4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 7:00 pm)
  During our free, 30-minute guided Spotlight Tours, you are cordially invited to learn about the gracious hospitality of Pierre and Alice du Pont’s garden parties as we stroll the historic east gardens.
• Open Chimes Tower Hours (5:00–8:00 pm)
  Climb to the top of the Chimes Tower for a stunning view of Longwood’s 62-bell carillon and the surrounding landscape.
• Family Activity at the Topiary Garden Entrance (6:00–8:00 pm)
  Enjoy a fun family activity themed to this Fountain Fest Weekend.
• Live Music in the Beer Garden (6:00–8:45 pm)
  • August 14: Terra Soul featuring Joseph Whitney (Caribbean Steel Pan)
  • August 15: Acoustic Duo 3 West (Contemporary Hits and Timeless Classics)
  • August 16: Terra Soul featuring Joseph Whitney (Caribbean Steel Pan)
• Carillon Music (8:30 pm)
  Enjoy musical selections from animated classics on the Longwood Carillon’s automatic player.
• Themed Concessions
• Illuminated Fountain Performance
  • August 14 at 9:15 pm: Magic in Motion (new this year!)
  • August 15 at 9:15 pm: Magic in Motion (new this year!)
  • August 16 at 9:15 pm: Magic in Motion (new this year!)

Dance Party Weekend
August 28, 29, 30; 5:00–9:00 pm

With a different Illuminated Fountain Performance each evening, it’s a high-energy weekend set to dance track picks, Taylor Swift hits, and ABBA favorites.

• Spotlight Tours (4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 7:00 pm)
  During our free, 30-minute guided Spotlight Tours, you are cordially invited to learn about the gracious hospitality of Pierre and Alice du Pont’s garden parties as we stroll the historic east gardens.
• Open Chimes Tower Hours (4:00–7:00 pm)
  Climb to the top of the Chimes Tower for a stunning view of Longwood’s 62-bell carillon and the surrounding landscape.
• Live Music in the Beer Garden (5:00–7:45 pm pm)
  • August 28: Charrity and John (Contemporary Acoustic Hits)
  • August 29: Acoustic Duo 3 West (Contemporary Hits and Timeless Classics)
  • August 30: Charrity and John (Contemporary Acoustic Hits)
• Carillon Music (7:30 pm)
  Enjoy songs by Taylor Swift and ABBA on the Longwood Carillon’s automatic player.
• Themed Concessions
• Illuminated Fountain Performance
  • August 28 at 8:15 pm: Everybody Dance Now
  • August 29 at 8:15 pm: Shake It Off: Taylor Swift
  • August 30 at 8:15 pm: Thank You for the Music

Love is in the Air Weekend
September 18, 19, 20; 5:00–9:00 pm

It’s a weekend of Everlasting Love as we celebrate all things l-o-v-e.

• Spotlight Tours (4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 7:00 pm)
  During our free, 30-minute guided Spotlight Tours, delight in the diversity of our aquatic plant collection, including our iconic Victoria water-platters, in the Waterlily Court.
• Open Chimes Tower Hours (4:00–7:00 pm)
  Climb to the top of the Chimes Tower for a stunning view of Longwood’s 62-bell carillon and the surrounding landscape.
• Live Music in the Beer Garden (5:00–7:45 pm)
  • September 18: The Wild Hymns (Folk-Pop, Art-Rock, and Americana)
  • September 19: The Wild Hymns (Folk-Pop, Art-Rock, and Americana)
  • September 20: The Wild Hymns (Folk-Pop, Art-Rock, and Americana)
• Carillon Music (7:30 pm)
  Enjoy love songs on the Longwood Carillon’s automatic player.
• Themed Concessions
• Illuminated Fountain Performance
  • September 18 at 8:15 pm: Everlasting Love (new this year!)
  • September 19 at 8:15 pm: Everlasting Love (new this year!)
  • September 20 at 8:15 pm: Everlasting Love (new this year!)

Emerald City Weekend
October 16, 17, 18; 5:00–9:00 pm

Follow the yellow brick road to an Oz-tacular Fountain Fest Weekend of unlimited fun.

• Open Chimes Tower Hours (4:00–6:00 pm)
  Climb to the top of the Chimes Tower for a stunning view of Longwood’s 62-bell carillon and the surrounding landscape.
• Live Music in the Beer Garden (5:00–7:45 pm)
  • October 16: Terra Soul featuring Joseph Whitney (Caribbean Steel Pan)
  • October 17: Terra Soul featuring Joseph Whitney (Caribbean Steel Pan)
  • October 18: Terra Soul featuring Joseph Whitney (Caribbean Steel Pan)
• Carillon Music (6:30 pm)
  Enjoy music from the Land of Oz on Longwood Carillon’s automatic player.
• Themed Concessions
• Illuminated Fountain Performance
  • October 16 at 8:15 pm: Journey to Oz (new this year!)
  • October 17 at 8:15 pm: Journey to Oz (new this year!)
  • October 18 at 8:15 pm: Journey to Oz (new this year!)

Spellbound Weekend
October 23, 24, 25; 5:00–9:00 pm

It’s a spooky good time for all—and the last of this year’s fountain performances—complete with a very special Friday Illuminated Fountain Performance set to live organ music and projections from the movie Nosferatu, followed by our family-favorite Halloween Magic on Saturday and Sunday.

• Open Chimes Tower Hours (4:00–6:00 pm)
  Climb to the top of the Chimes Tower for a stunning view of Longwood’s 62-bell carillon and the surrounding landscape.
• Family Activity at the Topiary Garden entrance (5:00–7:00 pm)
  Enjoy a fun family activity themed to this Fountain Fest Weekend.
• Live Music in the Beer Garden (5:00–7:45 pm)
  • October 23: Polkadelphia (Polka New and Old)
  • October 24: Polkadelphia (Polka New and Old)
  • October 25: Polkadelphia (Polka New and Old)
• Carillon Music (6:30 pm)
  Enjoy spooky Halloween classics on Longwood Carillon’s automatic player.
• Themed Concessions
• Illuminated Fountain Performance
  • October 23 at 8:15 pm: Nosferatu: Symphony of Horror (new this year!)
  • October 24 at 8:15 pm: Halloween Magic
  • October 25 at 8:15 pm: Halloween Magic