It is Festival of Fountains season at world-renowned Longwood Gardens. Over 1,700 jets in the Main Fountain Gardens soar as high as 175 feet and dance to illuminated performances Fridays – Sundays through late October. Enjoy themed weekends throughout the season including British Invasion, May 15-17, featuring music from the Beatles, Rolling Stones and David Bowie, and Dance Party, August 28-30, featuring fan favorite Taylor Swift. Tickets are timed and sell out quickly. Book an overnight stay with exclusive untimed tickets to Longwood Gardens, and pair your visit with more du Pont family estates and gardens to tour. Imagine another day in Chester County's Brandywine Valley. Read on for more inspiration.
Festivals
It's festival season! Taste the local flavors at Kennett Summerfest Saturday, June 14, featuring local wine and cheesemakers. Plan ahead (Father's Day weekend plans, anyone?) for the Chester County Balloon Festival, June 13–15. Enjoy festival fun under soaring hot air balloons.
Equestrian Events
The celebrated Devon Horse Show & Country Fair returns May 20 – June 31 for its 130th year! Embrace fascinating Equestrian traditions in a vibrant village atmosphere with unique shops and dining. For equestrian excitement all summer long, Brandywine Polo Club hosts Starlight Polo matches every Saturday throughout the season, beginning May 24.
Canoe & Dine
Plan an enchanting summer evening outdoors with a Twilight Dinner Trip at Northbrook Canoe Co., select dates through September. Enjoy a 1.5 hour canoe ride down the beautiful Brandywine River before arriving at a campsite for dinner and live music by the fire. Unwind with s'mores and enjoy the tranquil sounds of the countryside.
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