Music, Performances & Theater

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Indoor Performances

From familiar favorites to exciting new discoveries, our indoor performances offer unforgettable experiences in the beauty of our Gardens.

The arts at Longwood are as alive, inspiring, and beautiful as our Gardens. Just as our founder, Pierre S. du Pont, showcased the leading artists of his time in these spectacular settings, our exquisite symphony of performance and place continues to enchant audiences today.

Upcoming Events

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Live Music in the Beer Garden

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

Most Friday, Saturday & Sunday Evenings through November 1
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Spellbound Weekend

Free with Gardens admission. It’s a spooky good time for all, complete with a special Friday Illuminated Fountain Performance set to live organ music, and our family-favorite Halloween Magic on Saturday and Sunday.

October 23, 24, 25, 2026; 5:00–9:00 pm
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Symphony of Horror

Free with Gardens admission. Experience a hauntingly immersive Illuminated Fountain Performance that blends classic silent film, live organ music, and our dynamic fountains during this 40-minute show.

Friday, October 23, 2026 at 8:15 pm
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Organ Music

Free with Gardens admission. Listen to the sounds of the season played on The Longwood Organ.

Daily during A Longwood Christmas, 12:00–10:00 pm
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Outdoor Christmas Musicians

Free with Gardens admission. Enjoy festive music while exploring our dazzling outdoor display.

Select Dates & Times during A Longwood Christmas
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New Year’s Eve

Free with Gardens admission. Ring in the New Year with outdoor musicians, our historic organ, and more!

December 31, 2026, 12:00–10:00 pm
Thomas Ospital
Thomas Ospital

Join internationally acclaimed organist Thomas Ospital for a remarkable evening of music. Widely admired for his virtuosity and artistry, he is recognized as one of the leading organists of his generation.

January 20, 2027 at 7:30 pm
Doppelflöte
Doppelflöte

Free with Gardens admission. Known for their impeccable ensemble, continual expansion of repertoire, and ability to connect with the audience, flutist Melissa Freilich and organist Vincent M. Ryan are the duo Doppelflöte, specializing in flute and organ concerts that are not just heard, but experienced. 

January 31, 2027 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm
Rudy Lucente
Rudy Lucente

Free with Gardens admission. Currently in his 48th year at the console, organist and internationally known recitalist Rudy Lucente is the longest continually serving Assistant Grand Court Organist for the Wanamaker Organ in Philadelphia.  

February 7, 2027 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm
Tommy Mesa & Greg Zelek
Tommy Mesa and Gregory Zelek

Enjoy the extraordinary pairing of cello and organ as acclaimed cellist Tommy Mesa joins Madison Symphony Orchestra Principal Organist Greg Zelek for an evening of beloved classics and contemporary works.

February 18, 2027 at 7:30 pm
Isabella Isza Wu
Isabella Isza Wu

Free with Gardens admission. Experience the artistry of Isabella Isza Wu, Assistant Director and Organist at St. Paul’s Parish, K Street in Washington DC, who performs throughout the country with a particular emphasis on transcriptions for large orchestral instruments of the East Coast.

March 14, 2027 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm
Curtis Student Recitals

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

March 21 & April 18, 2027 at 1:00 pm
Peter Richard Conte and Andrew Ennis
Peter Richard Conte and Andrew Ennis

Experience an enchanting evening of music as Longwood Gardens Principal Organist Peter Richard Conte joins trumpeter, flugelhornist, and organist Andrew Ennis for a program spanning jazz, film, opera, and classical masterworks. 

April 7, 2027 at 7:30 pm
Aaron Patterson
Aaron Patterson

Free with Gardens admission. An award-winning performer and assistant recitalist of the world’s largest pipe organ, Aaron Patterson has played some of the world’s most iconic instruments and prestigious arts festivals.

April 11, 2027 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm
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International Organ Day

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

April 24, 2027 at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm
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Enjoy a Virtual Performance

BalletX

BalletX performs choreographer Robbie Fairchild’s new ballet, The Cycle, filmed amid the beauty of our Gardens.

Poor Man's Gambit

Brandywine Valley trio Poor Man’s Gambit treats us to their repertoire of traditional Irish sounds in our East Conservatory.

Plenty Pepper Steel Band

Plenty Pepper Steel Band treats us to fantastic Caribbean steel pan tunes in the beauty of our Conservatory.

Conjunto Philadelphia

Conjunto Philadelphia shares their vibrant take on traditional Cuban music amid a lovely Longwood backdrop.

New Year's Eve Concert

Galena Brass shares some holiday favorites—with our Conservatory as the festive backdrop—as we usher in 2021.

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