Spotlight Tours

Spotlight Tours are guided, 30-minute walks that introduce visitors to Longwood Gardens’ seasonal highlights and distinctive garden areas. During the 2026 autumn series, guides will focus on the Chrysanthemum Festival, including the horticulture, art, and science behind its displays. Tours are led by Holden Barnes and have limited capacity.

When: October 30 through November 15, 2026, on most Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Listed dates are October 30 and 31; November 1, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, and 15.

Showtimes: 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. on each listed date.

Run time: Approximately 30 minutes.

Tickets: Free with Gardens admission. Timed Gardens Admission Tickets are required.

Guide: Holden Barnes.

Theme: Tours explore the perfection of the Chrysanthemum Festival and the horticulture, art, and science that make it possible.

Reservations: Unless otherwise noted, ask at the Visitor Center for the tour sign-up location on the day of your visit. Capacity is limited.

Member information: From November 6 through 15, reservations are not required for Longwood members and Innovators. From May 8 through November 1, 2026, timed reservations are required for members arriving after 3:00 p.m. on Fridays through Sundays; reservations are not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators.

Schedule note: There are no tours October 2, 3, 4, or 24, and no evening tours are offered in October or November.

Venue: Longwood Gardens.