Music, Performances & Theater

Free with Gardens admission. Join as we celebrate International Organ Day with live organ demos by Dylan Shaw.

Free with Gardens admission. Experience tomorrow’s stars as they perform solo and chamber music in these pre-graduation recitals.

Free with Gardens admission. Sit with family and friends under the stars and enjoy live music in our Beer Garden.

Free with Gardens admission. Celebrate with Illuminated Fountain Performances, music, and activities all centered around our imaginative themes.

Members-only Hours. Rooted in the vibrant landscapes of Hawai‘i Island, dynamic husband-and-wife team Kala‘e + Kalena shine as Hawai‘i’s premier country duo, delivering an eclectic mix of high energy country classics, soulstirring originals, and powerful ballads.

Free with Gardens admission. Join us in celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Longwood Carillon with two days of music, exploration, and fun.

Join The Savoy Company as they celebrate their 125th anniversary with a performance of The Gondoliers—an uplifting story that blends romance, mistaken identity, and ever-sharp social satire.

Pioneer of the neo-soul movement of the early millennium, multiple Grammy Award-nominee Musiq Soulchild is one of the most influential R&B singers of his generation. 

Free with Gardens admission. Enjoy the sounds of our 62-bell Longwood Carillon amid the lovely setting of our picturesque Chimes Tower.

Members-only Hours. Genre-defying Celtic powerhouse ensemble Reverie Road takes the rich tapestry of Irish music and weaves it into a cinematic experience, full of expressivity and sophistication. 

Just in time for our Beach Bash Fountain Fest Weekend, experience the energy of the album Pet Sounds LIVE! with the premier Beach Boys album experience celebrating Brian Wilson’s iconic masterpiece that altered the course of rock and roll.

Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet, BalletX presents an evening of extraordinary dance with a dynamic program of three works never before performed together.

Presented in partnership with Voices Underground in commemoration of Juneteenth, enjoy an evening with the award-winning Philadelphia Dance Company (PHILADANCO!), celebrated for its innovation, creativity, and preservation of predominantly African-American traditions in dance.

The face of New Orleans jazz for more than 30 years, trumpeter Kermit Ruffins has earned countless “Best of the Beat” awards for his vibrant blend of Louis Armstrong’s swing and the street-level funk of the brass band movement.

Experience the magic of music under the stars as the Brandywine Valley Symphony debuts the world premiere arrangement An American Dream, a symphonic salute to America 250 in honor of America’s birthday.

Our dazzling Fireworks & Fountains Shows return this summer in spectacular fashion.

Known for his celebrated Broadway career and his standout role as Will Schuester on Glee, multi-talented artist Matthew Morrison journeys into the heart of what makes us human, sharing his charisma and versatility that have captivated audiences for years. 

Step into a world where love transcends time with The Brandywiners’ production of BRIGADOON, the timeless Lerner and Loewe masterpiece that has captivated audiences for generations with its sweeping romance, unforgettable melodies, and magical Scottish Highlands setting.  

Declared “the coolest rock star in the world right now” by Uncut magazine, Arooj Aftab is a Grammy Award-winning artist whose work occupies a singular space in contemporary music, blending jazz, minimalism, South Asian musical traditions, and avant-pop. 

Americana icon Peter Rowan—founding member of the legendary bluegrass group Old & In The Way with Vassar Clements, David “Dawg” Grisman, and Jerry Garcia—joins Sam Grisman and his Sam Grisman Project for this special performance.

Acclaimed singer-songwriter and son of legendary Jim Croce, A.J. Croce presents an evening of his father’s songs, his own originals, stories, and humor that come together for an unforgettable evening that bridges generations and celebrates the enduring power of song.

Four-time Grammy Award-winning virtuoso and pioneering force in jazz fusion, Stanley Clarke leads his electric, genre-bending band 4EVER with their big jazz band sound, always pushing the boundaries of their instruments.

Winner of the Latin Grammy for Best New Artist, Silvana Estrada is one of the most compelling voices in contemporary Latin music, blending indie-folk, jazz, and traditional Mexican influences into a deeply intimate and poetic sound.

Led by guitar virtuoso and composer Tonino Baliardo, the Grammy Award–winning Gipsy Kings stands as the undisputed master of gypsy music, boasting a collection of gold, platinum, and diamond discs, and the 2013 Grammy Award for Best World Music Album.

Members-only Hours. Get ready to dance, sing, read, and celebrate with Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band—the ultimate crossover between music, storytelling, and cultural magic!

Enjoy a luminous new experience with our all-new drone shows. An exquisite interplay of sound and sky, these remarkable evenings offer a graceful fusion of music and innovation you won’t want to miss.

Join Grammy and Academy Award-winning rock icon Melissa Etheridge for an unforgettable evening as she brings her legendary artistry to the stage, performing and sharing songs from her new studio album, Rise. 

Praised for their authentic, soulful, and orchestral sound, this dynamic trio takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through time and genres, their versatile repertoire spanning the Baroque era to the Jazz Age to today’s Billboard Hot 100.

Join us in the Main Fountain Garden as Philadelphia legend DJ Jazzy Jeff delivers a dynamic Illuminated Fountain Performance, showcasing the Grammy winning artistry that has defined his influential career.

Celebrating more than three decades together as a band, alt-rock group Guster has landed a series of hits on the Billboard charts, launched their own music festival, and amassed an ardent fanbase partly on the strength of their relentless touring and deeply communal live show.

Sensory-Friendly Members-only Hours and Concert. Delivering a fun, interactive experience for all ages, Grammy Award-winner Dan Zanes and Haitian-American jazz vocalist and music therapist Claudia Zanes team up with singer Tyree Austin to create a soulful new sound in family music.