Fountains

pink and purple colored water jets out of fountain garden against a cotton candy sunset
Bill Hill

Longwood Gardens is renowned for its extraordinary fountains. The astonishing shows gather attention from far and wide, and are a favorite among visitors of all ages.

Upcoming Fountain Events

a group of people sitting on a bright green lawn behind a spray if water coming from two fountains
Main Fountain Garden Performances

Enjoy the thrill of what 1,719 jets can do.

Daily at 11:15 am, 1:15, 3:15 pm & 5:15 pm; plus Thurs–Sat at 6:15, 7:15 & 8:15 pm
a fountain spraying water
Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows

The Open Air Theatre comes alive with fountains set to music. 

Daily at 10:15 am, 12:15 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:15 pm
Behind the Scenes Tour: Under the Fountains

Experience the Main Fountain Garden from the inside out. Ticket required.

Select days & times
Illuminated Fountain Performances

Enjoy a nighttime spectacle in our Main Fountain Garden unlike any other.

Thursdays–Saturdays at 9:15 pm (plus Sundays starting June 30)
Festival of Fountains

From vibrant blooms to dancing fountains, enjoy the beauty of summer in our Gardens.

May 5–September 25, 2022
Light Nights

Enjoy live music, fountain performances, concessions, family activities, and more—all inspired by Light—during these special evenings.

Jul 8, Aug 12, Sep 9, Oct 14
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Explore Our Fountain Gardens

Watch Our Fountains Sparkle

Sleeping Beauty Illuminated Fountain Performance

Enjoy this dreamy excerpt from our Sleeping Beauty Illuminated Fountain Performance.

Monet’s Garden Illuminated Fountain Performance

Enjoy an excerpt from an Illuminated Fountain Performance that perfectly reflects the tranquil beauty of our glorious waterlilies.

Open Air Theatre Fountain Performance

Enjoy this rousing performance by our Open Air Theatre fountains!

Virtual Exhibitions