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Christmas at Longwood — November 27–January 11

Dazzling floral displays, stunning trees, holiday music, 500,000 outdoor lights, dancing fountains and ice skating under the stars create a Christmas fantasy at Longwood. Holiday concerts in the ornate Ballroom include organ sing-alongs, and evening choral and bell choir performances throughout the season. Also all season long, enjoy ice skating performances under the stars and feast on sumptuous buffets, including the Thanksgiving Buffet, Breakfast with Santa ( Dec. 13, 14, 20 & 21) and the Yuletide Buffet (throughout the season). Celebrate New Year's Eve at Longwood with fun for the whole family.

Ice Skating Performances

November 27–January 11

Watch ice skaters dance under the stars in a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights and holiday trees.


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Purchase Your Christmas Tickets Now!

New this year: Entrance to our popular Christmas display is by timed ticket only

Timed ticketing limits the number of people in the Gardens at any given time and enables guests to enjoy fewer lines and a better viewing experience.


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Yuletide Buffet

Join friends and family at this sumptuous holiday feast! The menu includes a variety of meats, vegetables, soup, rolls, desserts and beverages.


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NPR's Marian McPartland selects the 2009 Jazz Club Artists!

Experience a night of hot jazz in the midst of an exotic orchid paradise. Enjoy performances with Renee Rosnes, Taylor Eigsti & Julian Lage, and Bill Charlap—all selected by the legendary host of NPR’s Piano Jazz.


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Organ Sing-Alongs and Holiday Concerts

Join in on the holiday fun and sing your heart out at festive organ sing-alongs, held every afternoon. And, choral groups, madrigal singers and handbell choirs brighten the season with evening concerts.


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OrKID Days

January 31, February 21 & February 28

Spend the day with concerts and activities for the whole family! Enjoy a kids' performance, craft and the chance to meet exotic animals up close.


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