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Plan Your Visit

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A Longwood Christmas - November 22, 2012 to January 6, 2013

Wander through half a million twinkling lights, thousands of poinsettias and magnificent Christmas trees. Listen as carolers share the sounds of the season and beautifully lit fountains dance in our holiday wonderland.

Buy Before You Arrive • Timed Admission Tickets Required •  Tickets Limited 

Tickets are issued for a specific date and time and tickets are available for advance purchase now. There is no admittance to the Gardens without a timed admission ticket if you are not a Member. Purchase your timed tickets now to avoid disappointment! Tickets are limited and sell out quickly!

Our outdoor Christmas lights come on at 3:30 pm every day!

See our Christmas Visiting Tips to make the most of your holiday visit.

Please note that actual bloom times may vary depending on weather. The list of flowering highlights is subject to change.

Horticultural highlights this season:
General Indoor Highlights 

  • Amaryllis
  • Begonias
  • Calla-lily (Zantedeschia)
  • Coleus (Solenostemon)
  • Cyclamen coum (Cyclamencoum)
  • Euphorbias
  • Heaths (Erica)
  • Heathers (Calluna)
  • Lilies
  • Narcissus
  • Orchids
  • Poinsettias (Euphorbia pulcherrima)
  • Primroses (Primula)
  • Red Stem Dogwoods (Cornus stolonifera)
  • Roses
  • Winterberry Hollies (Ilex verticillata)

General Outdoor Highlights 

  • Topiaries
  • Conifers

Displays & Upcoming Events

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Orchid Extravaganza

now through March 25

Explore a magical world of orchids where thousands of colorful blooms drape from walls, flow from baskets, and form captivating archways in artful displays.

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OrKid Days

February 25 and March 3

Spend the day at Longwood enjoying concerts and hands-on activities for the whole family!

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International Orchid Show & Sale

March 23–25

Experience the American Orchid Society-judged show, take a tour, hear a talk, and find the perfect orchid to take home. In collaboration with the Southeastern Pennsylvania Orchid Society.

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