Holiday Garden Railway Holiday Garden Railway Image Image HGR: Nighttime Express Advance tickets required GET MEMBER TICKETS   → General Tickets Available November 9 See the Holiday Garden Railway at night for an even more spectacular experience! With laser lights in the trees and sparkling lights along the railway, HGR: Nighttime Express is a must-see.  HGR: Nighttime Express  Dates 4:30 - 8:00 pm Thursdays: Dec 10, 17 Fridays: Dec 11, 18 Saturdays: Nov 28, Dec 5, 12, 19 Sundays: Nov 29, Dec 6, 13, 20 Please Note: The Morris will be closed November 26, December 24, 25, 31 and January 1.  HGR: Nighttime Express Pricing Member Adult: $17 • Adult: $22 Member Youth (3-17): $10 • Youth (3-17): $12 Member Child: FREE • Child (0-2): FREE Member Nights: Winter Lights offers Premier members another special benefit for Holiday Garden Railway: Nighttime Express . Supporter+ members choose one complimentary night: Thursday, December 3 or Friday, December 4, 4:30 – 8:00 pm.  Join fellow members and Morris friends. We’ll provide cookies and hot chocolate to enjoy along the way! REGISTER    → Image Holiday Garden Railway NOVEMBER 21 – DECEMBER 30 Free with general admission Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the season with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages. (Please Note: Morris is closed November 26, December 24, and 25.)   Join Today! Become a Morris member and get early access to HGR: Nighttime Express tickets. Become a Member FAQ Holiday Garden Railway: Daytime Viewing When can I see the trains? The Holiday Garden Railway is open daily, 10 am–4 pm from November 22 through December 30. The Morris is closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year’s Day. The trains cannot run in heavy rain, snow, or ice. Do I need tickets to see the trains during the day? No, daytime …

Rentals FAQ Rentals FAQ Image FAQ Catering We require that you use one of our catering teams for your event. Each offers a variety of menu options, price points and services. We recommend you check them all out!    Catering by Brunos   267-240-5624  Seedling & Sage   215-885-2037  Power Events   267.254.9810  Feast Your Eyes Catering 215-634-3002 What’s Included  All private event rentals include admission to the Morris with access to 92 acres of woodlands, meadows and gardens. We have accessible restrooms and garden pathway as well as free on-site parking. Details for specific types of events are listed below. Please note, catering and other vendor fees are contracted separately. With our Wedding Rentals:   Exclusive use of a historic carriage house (the Welcome Center) and grounds for four or five hours of event time, depending on your contract  Reception tent with hard surface floor, lighting, space heaters, and fans Ceremony chairs as well as tables and chairs for the reception  A green room for the wedding party available up to two hours prior to event start  A five-passenger golf cart and driver to transport you around for photos and help guests who need assistance in the gardens  With our Evening Rentals: Exclusive use of a historic carriage house (the Welcome Center) or our Out on a Limb Canopy Walk feature, and grounds for three or four hours of event time, depending on your type of event and contract specifics Either the reception tent with hard surface floor, lighting, space heaters, and fans or our Out on a Limb Canopy Walk feature, depending on contract specifics Tables and chairs for dining With our Daytime Rentals:   Access to the event areas detailed in your contract for set up and activities  Audio-visual equipment for our Upper Gallery meeting space only  Tables and chairs for your event or meeting Accommodations There are bed and breakfast accommodations and an inn in nearby Chestnut Hill, and hotels close by in the Ft. Washington and Plymouth …

Moonlight & Roses Moonlight & Roses Image Image Friday, June 4, 2027 Save the date for our 2027 gala honoring Doug Tallamy and Friends of the Wissahickon! Moonlight & Roses has been a landmark event in the Philadelphia region for more than four decades. Today, the event provides a beautiful forum in which to recognize excellence and leadership in environmental stewardship. More than 500 guests attend the gala, with proceeds directly supporting the Morris Arboretum & Gardens’ important role as a premier destination for environmental outreach, education, and research. VIP tickets for Moonlight & Roses will go on sale in January. If you would like to receive an early access invitation to purchase VIP tickets and ensure your spot at the gala, please contact Kristen Casalenuovo at kcasal@upenn.edu . See photos from the 2026 event → Image 2027 Individual Honoree Doug Tallamy Doug Tallamy is an entomologist, conservationist, and the T. A. Baker Professor of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Delaware. His research examines how native and introduced plants differ in their ability to support insect herbivores and the animals that depend on them. Doug is also a co-founder of Homegrown National Park, a nonprofit organization dedicated to habitat restoration and biodiversity through the planting of native species and the removal of invasive plants. He has authored and co-authored several influential books, including Bringing Nature Home and Nature's Best Hope, inspiring millions of people to view their own landscapes as part of the solution to the biodiversity crisis.     Image 2026 Institutional Honoree Friends of the Wissahickon Founded in 1924, Friends of the Wissahickon (FOW) stewards Wissahickon Valley Park, ensuring its 2,040 acres remain accessible, sustainable, and beautiful for more than two million annual visitors. In partnership with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and a network of civic and conservation organizations, FOW restores streams, …

Hours & Pricing Hours & Pricing Image Open Daily 10 am – 4 pm Last entry is 3 pm Seasonal Hours  November - March: Daily 10 am - 4 pm April - October: Weekdays 10 am - 5 pm • Weekends 9 am - 5 pm Last entry is one hour before closing Holiday Closings  The Morris is closed for the following holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day Garden Railway Hours  The Garden Railway runs daily, weather permitting, Memorial Day weekend through September 30. Admission Purchase your general admission tickets online to save $2 per ticket! Get Tickets →   Adults (Ages 18+) : $22  Senior (Ages 65+):  $20 Youth (Ages 3–17):  $12* Child (Ages 2 and under): Free PennCard (must present ID): Free Students (must present ID): $12 ACCESS Adults (must present ID): $2 ACCESS Youth (Ages 3–17): $2 ACCESS Child (Ages 2 and under): Free Retired Military and Veteran (must have ID): $12 Active Military and Five Family Members supported by Wawa (must have ID): Free Walk In or Bike In: $12 (Kids $6)** Morris Arboretum & Gardens has received a grant from the William Penn Foundation  to support the ACCESS Program, a region-wide initiative that enables affordable entry to cultural sites for individuals receiving public assistance for food or medical benefits. *Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. **Not available for online purchase. Not a member? Join Today! Save time by joining online! When you purchase your membership online, you can begin using your member benefits right away, including FREE unlimited admission for an entire year. Join …

Wedding Vendors Wedding Vendors Image Approved Caterers Image Photo: Sharyn Frenkel We partner with five exclusive catering teams, each offering a range of menus, price points, and wedding services to suit your vision. (Sorry, not outside caterers or refreshments.) These trusted caterers provide full-service support, including professional staff and licensed bartenders for your BYO beverage service. We encourage you to explore each option to find the team that best fits your style and celebration. Catering by Brunos 267-240-5624 Feast Your Eyes Catering 215-634-3002 Power Events 267-254-9810 Seedling & Sage 215-885-2037 Tent Ceiling Décor If you are interested in decorating the ceiling of the reception tent, you will be required to work with our exclusive tent decor vendor: Image Wild Stems Wild Stems is a Philadelphia-based floral design studio that specializes in weddings and other large events. They create fantastical installations and offer several innovative tent options featuring floating linen fabrics, string lights and/or florals and greenery in a variety of styles. For more information contact: Wild Stems   info@wildstems.com   267-231-3487 Vendors  Any photographer, florist, DJ, or officiant is welcome to service your event and don’t require special Morris approval. However, all vendors will be required to follow all Morris policies and procedures, with respect to load-in and load-out and garden code of conduct. For a list of our favorite vendors contact the Rentals Team …