Family Fun

Longwood Gardens is the ideal place for family fun! See exotic plants from around the world, examine insect-catching plants up close, enjoy dancing fountains that shoot water 130 feet in the air, and be dazzled by our colorful indoor and outdoor displays every day of the year.

Our events calendar is packed with fun family events and performances in every season. Visit the Events section for details.

School's Out Mondays

Join us February 15

Kids home from school on President's Day and looking for something to do? Come to Longwood for a day of family fun. Wear your PJs and get a coupon for a free cookie!


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OrKid Days

February 20 & 27

Spend the day at Longwood enjoying concerts and activities for the whole family! Enjoy a performance, craft activity and meet exotic animals up close.


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Explore Our Indoor Children's Garden

Meet the Drooling Dragon and our other amazing Garden residents! With 17 fountains to enjoy, one-of-a-kind artisan elements and an amazing palette of plants to discover, the garden will delight both young and old.


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Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance

on view April 10–November 21, 2010

Longwood Gardens takes you inside the unmapped universe of scent with Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance, an interactive exhibition that explores the art, science and mystery of fragrance.


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