Fountain Fest Weekends

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Fountain Fest Weekends

People of all ages stroll through a fountain garden.
Becca Mathias

Dates

Friday, September 5
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday, September 6
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday, September 7
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday, October 24
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday, October 25
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday, October 26
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Dates & Price

Select Weekends
May–October, 2025

Free with Gardens Admission

Timed Admission Tickets required

Timed Reservations required for Members after 3:00 pm Fridays–Sundays

Reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

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Ready for weekends full of wonder? 

During our special Fountain Fest Weekends—spanning select Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings—celebrate with Illuminated Fountain Performances, music, and activities all centered around our imaginative themes.

2025 Fountain Fest Weekends

Remix the Night Weekend
September 5, 6, and 7, 5:00–9:00 pm

Vibe to reimagined favorites all weekend long, complete with a new-this-year Illuminated Fountain Performance each evening.

  • Tours & Talks
    • September 5: Wonders of the Waterlilies Talk (7:00 pm)
      Explore our newly enhanced Waterlily Court and take a close look at its aquatic treasures with a Longwood horticulturist. Location: Waterlily Court
    • September 6 & 7: Spotlight Tours (5:00 & 7:00 pm)
      During our free, 30-minute Spotlight Tours, led by a Longwood tour guide, delight in the diversity of our aquatic plant collection in the renewed Waterlily Court. Location: Sign up at the Conservatory Information Desk; capacity is limited.
  • Chimes Tower Hours (5:00–7:00 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 5: On It Productions DJ
    • September 6: On It Productions DJ
    • September 7: On It Productions DJ
  • Automated Organ Demos (6:30 pm and 7:30 pm)
    Enjoy reimagined pop selections on the Longwood Organ in our Conservatory Ballroom.
  • Carillon Music (7:30 pm)
    Enjoy themed songs on the carillon.
  • Themed Concessions
  • Illuminated Fountain Performance

Wicked Fun Weekend
October 24, 25, and 26, 5:00–9:00 pm

Enjoy festive tunes and thrillers during peak spooky season, with this Fountain Fest Weekend closing out this year’s fountain performances.

  • 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 in the Pumphouse Plaza (5:00–7:00 pm)
    Stop by our Pumphouse Plaza and participate in an activity themed to this Fountain Fest Weekend.
  • Live Music in the Beer Garden (5:00–7:45 pm)
    • October 24: Polkadelphia (Polka New and Old)
    • October 25: Polkadelphia (Polka New and Old)
    • October 26: Polkadelphia (Polka New and Old)
  • Carillon Music (6:30 pm)
    Enjoy themed songs on the carillon.
  • Automated Organ Demos (6:30 pm and 7:30 pm)
    Enjoy fun, spooky selections on the Longwood Organ in our Conservatory Ballroom.
    • October 24: at 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm
    • October 25: No Organ Demos
    • October 26: at 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm
  • Themed Concessions
  • Illuminated Fountain Performance