Fridays and Saturdays: November 28 – January 3 | 4:30-7:30pm

LongHouse Illuminated: A Magical Winter Experience
Step into the enchanted world of LongHouse after dark, where glowing sculptures and light-lined garden paths transform the landscape into a dazzling winter wonderland. Celebrate the beauty of the season with us and experience LongHouse in a way you’ve never seen before!

Featuring ZIMA! by The Neo-Political Cowgirls
Welcome back ZIMA!, our annual theatrical adventure presented by the Neo-Political Cowgirls Dance Theater Collective. Directed and produced by Kate Mueth, ZIMA! (Polish for "winter") is an immersive walk through the beautifully illuminated pathways of LongHouse. 

Audiences of all ages are invited to explore the gardens as they search for whimsical vignettes of dance, theater, and folklore from diverse cultures. Each discovery along the path reveals a new winter tale, brought to life with poetry, music, and dance. This year's magical journey takes about 30 minutes, leading you to a cozy art market where you can enjoy treats and holiday cheer.

Holiday Market curated by Sunshine
Keep the holiday spirit alive after your ZIMA! adventure and shop our annual Holiday Market in the Pavilion. Local merchant Heidi Humes of Sunshine has gathered a beautiful selection of local artisans and artists - sure to secure your spot on the “best gift giver” list this season!

Crafts from The Shine Studios
While you shop, kids can get creative with festive crafts led by Shine Studio!

All proceeds support the LongHouse Annual Appeal

Walk our sixteen-acre grounds and learn about our founder Jack Lenor Larsen, the land, the gardens and art. Explore LongHouse for the first time or again throughout the season. Tours led by LongHouse Docents begin at the GateHouse and are currently scheduled for every Saturday and Sunday at 1:00 PM. Tours are included with the price of admission; reservations are suggested but not required.

Please click here for general information on visiting LongHouse. 

Start your Sunday with intention. Join Jason Amis for a peaceful Walking Meditation through the gardens, where art and nature meet. As you move through towering trees and the whispering bamboo forest, Jason will guide you in bringing awareness to each step, breath, and sensation—tuning in to the sights, sounds, and textures of the world around you. No equipment needed - just comfortable clothing, walking shoes, and an open mind and heart. You might even find yourself hugging a tree.

Enjoy the peaceful beauty of LongHouse before the gates open to the public. On Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Members are invited to stroll the gardens at their own pace, soaking in the serenity of the morning light. Bring the family to the Pavilion, where activities await - we’ll have craft materials set out for you to create, experiment, and play. And on select Saturdays in July and August, our friends from Shine Studios will lead hands-on art projects for all ages. Reservations encouraged, walk-ins welcome.