Taste of Christmas in The Fountain Room

Taste of Christmas in The Fountain Room

Tall conical trees constructed of strings of green and white Christmas lights and topped with white stars stand brightly against a warmly lit arched stone wall and backdrop of evergreen trees in the deepening dusk.
Becca Mathias

Dates & Times

November 29–December 6, 2024

December 14–December 24, 2024

December 26, 2024–January 4, 2025

Reservations available 2:00–8:00 pm

Reservations are timed. 
Re-entry to Taste of Christmas is permitted until 10:00 pm.  


Tickets

Ticket price includes the dining experience, tax, and Gardens admission to A Longwood Christmas.

Non-Members

Adults (ages 21+): $178.74

Youth (ages 13-20): $117.34

Youth (ages 5-12): $74.94

Ages 4 and under: Free

Members & Innovators

Adults (ages 21+): $136.74

Youth (ages 13-20): $94.34

Youth (ages 5-12): $51.94

Ages 4 and under: Free


Bus Groups of 15 or More

Adults (ages 21+): $171.74

Youth (ages 13-20): $113.34

Youth (ages 5-12): $70.94

Ages 4 and under: Free

Bus groups of 15 or more can call us at 610.388.5223 to reserve Taste of Christmas. 

Group pricing is not available Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays during A Longwood Christmas and everyday December 20, 2024 through January 5, 2025.

The perfect way to celebrate the season, The Fountain Room—newly opened as part of Longwood Reimagined—is an airy, inviting space where you can warm up, recharge, and savor the season. Nestled in the heart of our Gardens and offering spectacular views of our holiday display, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to an imaginative array of chef-prepared sweet, savory, and carved-to-order selections; decadent desserts; non-alcoholic beverages, including an enticing hot chocolate station; and house wines, seasonal local craft beers, and a themed cocktail. Premium cocktails will also be available for purchase. Experience a Taste of Christmas in The Fountain Room and enjoy holiday hospitality like never before.

Please note that seating is open upon your arrival. Prepaid reservations for up to 30 guests will grant access to the space and all of its amenities during your reserved session, with allowance for re-entry into The Fountain Room so that you and your guests have the opportunity to explore the Gardens and come back to enjoy your Taste of Christmas in The Fountain Room experience. If you are interested in reserving for groups larger than 30 guests, please reach out to catering@longwoodgardens.org.


Taste of Christmas Menu

Seasonal Soup & Salad

  • Kennett Square Mushroom Soup
  • Butternut Squash & Apple Soup, Cinnamon Agave (without gluten)
  • Freshly Baked Dinner Rolls, Focaccia, Potted Bread
  • Winter Greens, Shaved Heirloom Apples, Dried Cranberries, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Cider Vinaigrette (without dairy)
  • Holiday Caesar Salad, Romaine, Baby Kale, Radicchio, Pomegranate, Focaccia Croutons

Festive Table

  • Organic Turkey Breast (without gluten), Carved to order, served with Cranberry Leek Stuffing (without dairy)
  • Maplewood Smoked Steamship Bone In Ham on Hawaiian Slider Roll, Maple Mustard (without dairy)
  • Baked Ziti, Stracciatella, Basil Pesto
  • Roasted Root Vegetables, Maple, Sage infused Olive Oil (without gluten, without dairy)
  • Mashed Potatoes (without gluten)
  • Cranberry & Brie Puff Pastry Bites

Local Antipasti

  • Local Farmstead Cheese Display (without gluten)
  • Assorted Crackers & Crostini
  • Fra’mani Artisan Charcuterie, Dried Fruits, Mustard, Olives (offerings available without gluten, without dairy)
  • “The Garden” Crudité Display, Petite Vegetables, Vegan Green Goddess (without gluten, without dairy)

Sweets

  • Miniature Christmas Cookies
  • Vegan Chocolate Peppermint Brownies (without dairy)
  • Snow Cream Parfaits, Raspberry (without gluten)
  • Sliced Apples, Pears, Grapes & Winter Citrus
  • Individual Bags of Kettle Corn, for guests to take outside as they enjoy the displays (without gluten)

Kid’s Station

  • Chicken Tenders
  • Cinnamon Apple Sauce
  • Veggie Cups & Dip
  • Three Cheese Mac & Cheese

Soft Beverages

  • Assorted Sodas
  • Fresh Brewed Iced Tea
  • Fruit Juices
  • Sparkling Mineral Water

Hot Chocolate Station

  • Trio of Valrhona Hot Chocolate: Dark Chocolate, White Chocolate, Milk Chocolate
  • Crushed Peppermint, Chocolate Shavings, Cinnamon Sticks
  • Caramel Drizzle, Fresh Marshmallows, Toffee Pieces
  • Pirouette Cookies, Fresh Whipped Cream, Bailey's Irish Cream

Open Wine & Beer

  • Seasonal Local Craft Beer
  • House Wines

Premium Cash Cocktail Bar

  • Signature Holiday Cocktails
  • Premium Brand Liquors available

Menu items subject to change without notice.