KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Stars, galaxies and shimmering holiday lights will transform Longwood Gardens into a celestial wonderland this winter as the beloved Chester County destination presents an out-of-this-world edition of A Longwood Christmas.
Running Nov. 20, 2026, through Jan. 10, 2027, this year’s celebration draws inspiration from the mystery and beauty of the cosmos, combining elaborate botanical displays with imaginative decorations that bring the wonders of the night sky to life.
Visitors can expect soaring, rotating Christmas trees wrapped in stars, a Music Room reimagined as a gilded astronomer’s observatory and an Exhibition Hall transformed into a spherical galaxy surrounded by sweeping displays of poinsettias.
The celestial theme offers a fresh interpretation of Longwood’s annual holiday tradition, inviting families, couples and visitors of all ages to explore the intersection of nature, light and the universe.
A Holiday Celebration Written in the Stars
This year’s A Longwood Christmas takes guests on a journey inspired by constellations, distant galaxies and the seemingly limitless possibilities of the cosmos.
Among the featured installations are towering Christmas trees that rotate beneath decorations resembling stars, creating a sense of movement and celestial wonder.
The Music Room will take on the appearance of an ornate astronomer’s observatory, bringing together gilded details and astronomical inspiration in one of the Gardens’ signature indoor spaces.
In the Exhibition Hall, visitors will encounter a spherical galaxy surrounded by colorful poinsettias, blending traditional holiday flowers with a striking cosmic design.
Throughout the celebration, luminous displays and grand seasonal scenes will evoke the sparkle of constellations and the beauty of the night sky.
The combination of imaginative installations and seasonal horticulture reflects Longwood Gardens’ distinctive approach to holiday decorating, where plants, architecture and artistic design come together to create an immersive visitor experience.
A Chester County Holiday Tradition
A Longwood Christmas has become a seasonal destination for residents of Chester County and visitors from across the region.
This year’s cosmic theme gives returning guests something new to discover while preserving the festive atmosphere that has made the Gardens a popular holiday outing.
The celebration offers opportunities for families to explore elaborate decorations, admire seasonal flowers and enjoy a shared holiday experience in one of the region’s best-known public gardens.
With the exhibition continuing into January, visitors will have several weeks to experience the displays beyond the traditional Christmas holiday.
Plan Ahead for Holiday Visits
Longwood Gardens requires timed admission tickets for A Longwood Christmas, and advance purchases are recommended because popular dates are expected to sell out.
Adult and senior admission ranges from $45 on off-peak days to $52 on peak days.
Tickets for children ages 5–15 range from $25 to $32, while children ages 4 and younger are admitted free.
Longwood Gardens members must also make reservations for the holiday event.
Visitors are encouraged to check available dates and admission times before traveling, particularly during weekends and the busiest holiday periods.
Event Details
- What: A Longwood Christmas, featuring a cosmic-inspired holiday celebration with star-covered rotating trees, an astronomer’s observatory-themed Music Room, a galaxy-inspired Exhibition Hall and seasonal floral displays.
- When: Nov. 20, 2026, through Jan. 10, 2027. Daily event; admission times vary by date and should be confirmed when reserving tickets.
- Where: Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348.
- Cost/Tickets: Adults ages 16–64 and seniors ages 65 and older: $45 off-peak or $52 peak. Youth ages 5–15: $25 off-peak or $32 peak. Children ages 4 and younger: free. Timed tickets are required, and members must make reservations. Advance purchase is recommended.
- More Info: Tickets, reservations and additional event information are available at https://longwoodgardens.org/events-performances/longwood-christmas.
For visitors seeking a memorable holiday outing, this year’s A Longwood Christmas promises a distinctive blend of botanical beauty and celestial imagination.
From glittering constellations to galaxies of poinsettias, the Kennett Square attraction will invite guests to discover a holiday celebration where Christmas magic meets the wonders of the universe.
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