Celebrate New Year's Eve at Longwood

Ring in the New Year with musical treats around every corner, amazing feats of athleticism with world-famous ice skaters, and fun activities for everyone!

Families can enjoy face painting, balloon artists and a craft station just for kids! Enjoy hot chocolate and other tasty refreshments throughout the Gardens. A spectacular 5-minute fireworks display tops off the fun at 9:15pm. Gardens close at 10:00 pm.

Please note that in the case of extreme weather conditions such as high wind gusts, the fireworks show will be cancelled.

New Year's Eve Events

All events are included with gardens admission except for the ice skating performances. A special ticket is required for all ice skating performances.

Garden Railway

September 7–November 22

See the Brandywine Valley in miniature form in the Idea Garden! Visitors of all ages will enjoy watching the train travel past Longwood landmarks made from natural elements.

NEW Kids' Garden Adventure

Mondays and Thursdays at 10:00 am

Join us for a one hour program that introduces children to the wonders of a garden through story, crafts and garden exploration. For children ages 3-5.


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The Buds and the Bees

Pollination and the Secret Lives of Plants (through November 22)

Join us for our year-long changing exhibit, which delves into the sights, sounds and science of pollination.


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Meet the Sugar Plum Fairy

Saturday, November 28; 3:00–5:00 pm

Pennsylvania Ballet's Sugarplum Fairy greets young guests. Be sure to bring your camera to snap a picture with this favorite friend from George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker.

Ice Skating Spectacular

November 26–January 10

Enjoy ice skating performances featuring an array of up-and-coming talents, professional skaters and Olympians in a fairy-tale setting.


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