Taylor Swift grows on Longwood Gardens with new fountain-inspired concert
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Longwood Gardens warns Swifities that fun vibes will rain down on them at its botanical paradise on Friday, Oct. 27.
If the experience is overwhelming, guests can simply "Shake it Off."
New this year, Longwood is hosting a "Love Story" evening in the Main Fountain Garden where its fountains will dance to a playlist of Taylor Swift hits like "Blank Space" and other tunes.
What's the Taylor Swift playlist at Longwood Gardens?
Our Song
Blank Space
Love Story
You’re On Your Own, Kid
Paper Rings
Look What You Made Me Do
Red
Sparks Fly
Shake It Off
What are Longwood's fountain shows?
The famous garden center showcases its fountain performances seasonally, featuring 1,719 jets that dance to music, with water spouting as high as 175 feet, according to Longwood's website.
The fountain performances are lit up after dusk, but not during the daytime. The musical playlist for these shows ranges from classical to pop music.
Halloween fountain show with Michael Jackson
Following the Taylor Swift fountain show, the next is a Halloween-themed performance on Saturday, Oct. 28. That playlist includes popular tunes like Michael Jackson's "Thriller," Stevie Wonder's "Superstition," Ray Parker Jr.'s "Ghostbusters" and more.
When are the Longwood fountain shows?
The Taylor Swift fountain show is 3:15 p.m., 5:15 p.m. and 7:15 p.m., Friday, Oct. 27.
The Halloween show is 11:15 a.m., 3:15 p.m., 5:15 p.m., 7:15 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 28.
How much are tickets for Longwood fountain shows?
Fountain shows are free with garden admission and require Timed Admission Tickets. Tickets are up to $25 per person to enter Longwood.
Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Road, near Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. Hours of operation at Longwood are from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 27, and Saturday, Oct. 28. For more info, visit longwoodgardens.org or (610) 388-1000.
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This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Taylor Swift inspires new fountain concert at Longwood Gardens