Winter Garden Event Highlights

As one of the largest outdoor miniature train displays in the United States with more than 15 different rail lines running along a third of a mile of track, the HGR: Nighttime Express will delight and amaze visitors of all ages. NEW this year—the 60-foot-long Holiday Tunnel of Lights! Available only with advance tickets.

Find holiday gifts for everyone on your list at this curated shopping experience!  Discover unique treasures by local makers who celebrate nature’s beauty. Held rain or shine in Tyler’s Historic Barn.

Soundtrack your Saturday afternoon with live music at GFS! The Midnighters, a local violin and guitar duo, will perform a wide array of instrumental and vocal music in the Van Gogh Café. Image Courtesy of The Midnighters.

Join Certified Forest Therapy Guide Stacey Vinci for a sensory-guided walk, wander, and reflection at Haverford College Arboretum.

Join Jenkins for a celebration of winter light! The Arboretum will be aglow with luminary-lined paths and the warmth of friends and neighbors. A family-friendly event, not to be missed! Advanced Tickets Required.

During this exclusive holiday open house, explore Stoneleigh’s spectacular Tudor Revival-style mansion while it is decked with seasonal, nature-inspired decorations. Stroll through the home, indulge in hot cocoa and tasty treats, and on select days enjoy musical performances.

Did you know that every cone is not a pinecone? Explore the wide variety of conifers—both evergreen and deciduous—on display at Morris. These notable specimens provide multi-seasonal interest with an array of forms, foliage, bark, and cones.

A special evening to see Stoneleigh’s house decked in festive decor at night, aglow with the warmth of holiday cheer. Enjoy an inspiring musical performance by the acclaimed vocal ensemble Les Canards Chantants, along with light bites and seasonal beverages. This event is for guests 21 years of age and older.

Celebrate the winter solstice with a gentle and accessible yoga class. This practice is perfect for all levels and focuses on releasing the physical and mental stress that can accumulate during the busy holiday season. Through intentional, slow-flowing movement, you’ll find balance and prepare your mind and body for the year ahead.

What do Christmas and cemeteries have in common? Well, not much… but as the secular aspects of the holiday evolved over the decades of the 19th century, those who contributed to that evolution have found their final resting place at Laurel Hill East! This tour will explore those individuals connected to events and incidents that have indelibly arisen from the holiday.

Gather at Laurel Hill for a soul-stirring performance by alumni of The Curtis Institute and The Juilliard School – celebrating the return of light, rebirth, and renewal. After the concert, raise a glass with complementary sips from Triple Bottom Brewing and enjoy seasonal bites as we welcome winter together.

Soak in the evening glow of the house decked in its holiday glory or toast marshmallows by the outdoor fire pits. Tap your toes to the sounds of the area’s best musicians, savor a seasonal cocktail, and see our magical gingerbread and doll houses. Enjoy music performed in the Visitor Center.