That's right, Longwood Gardens is open on Christmas Day
Jessica Bies
Looking for something to do with the family on Christmas Day?
Longwood Gardens, with its fantastical Christmas lights display, will be open Tuesday.
Not only that, but Christmas is considered a "non-peak" visiting day, meaning members can use their complimentary tickets to bring family or guests.
Garden-goers can sing Christmas carols, accompanied by Longwood's 10,010-pipe organ throughout the day.
Attractions also include the Open Air Theatre's fountains, which dance to both secular and sacred tunes every few minutes, and the outdoor train displays, which travel past a miniature Longwood Gardens.
Interested in going? Here's everything you need to know about A Longwood Christmas.
Tips for visiting
Visit tickets.longwoodgardens.org to buy a real-time ticket ahead of time.
Arrive by 2 p.m. to miss the evening traffic rush.
Print your timed member reservations and tickets at home and show them upon entry to avoid lines. Or, go paperless and open your print-at-home tickets on your smartphone prior to entering the Visitor Center.
Parking is free and if you have to park in a remote parking lot, there will be a shuttle. Handicap parking is available in the main lot.
Scooters, wheelchairs and strollers are available on a first-come, first served basis at the Visitor Center. Electric scooters are not available during inclement weather.
Outdoor lights begin to come on at 3:30 pm. The Open Air Theatre fountain shows run continuously throughout the evening.
Bundle up! A Longwood Christmas is both indoors and outdoors. Dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes.
Once you enter the Gardens, you may stay as long as you wish. If you wish to leave and re-enter — no problem. Just be sure to stamp your hand.
Go to longwoodgardens.org/maps/christmas on your smartphone to help navigate the displays.
Tag #LongwoodGardens or #LongwoodChristmas to share your experience on Instagram.
Get a sneak peek!
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If you go
What: A Longwood Christmas
Where: 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
When: Through Jan. 6.
Tickets: $12-$30; cheaper during weekdays. Children under 5 free. Tickets are timed. Advance purchase is recommended because the show can sell out on weekends.
For tickets or more information: longwoodgardens.org
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