Filoli Summer Nights Admission at Filoli Historic House & Garden

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Evening admission to Filoli Historic House and Gardens, a 650-acre National Trust estate 30 miles south of San Francisco, open on Wednesday and Thursday nights.

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Filoli Summer Nights Admission is an evening attraction at Filoli Historic House and Gardens, a National Trust Historic Site located approximately 30 miles south of San Francisco on Cañada Road in Woodside. The estate covers over 650 acres and includes a Georgian Revival mansion built in 1917, formal gardens, and a working vegetable garden set against the Santa Cruz Mountains.

Summer Nights run on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, giving visitors around three hours to walk the formal garden rooms, take in the rose collections, and explore the Vegetable Garden. The Bluebird Bar and Hummingbird Bar are open for drinks, and local food trucks or pop-up cafes serve food on the lawn alongside live acoustic music performances. Food and drinks are available to purchase but are not included. Admission covers entry to the house, the estate grounds, and current exhibits, with wheelchair access throughout. Tickets are non-refundable, so confirm your preferred date before booking.

Why you'll love it

Explore 650 acres of gardens and a 1917 Georgian Revival mansion
Three hours to walk formal garden rooms and rose collections
Located 30 miles south of San Francisco in Woodside
Evening admission on Wednesday and Thursday nights
Set against the Santa Cruz Mountains on Canada Road
National Trust Historic Site with a working vegetable garden

What's included

Admission to Filoli Historic House and Gardens, the estate, and exhibits
Acoustic music

Food & drinks (available for purchase in the Garden)

Good to know

Know before you go: Arrival and timing
Summer Nights runs for three hours, so plan your visit accordingly and arrive in good time at the entrance on Cañada Road. The event takes place on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, giving you the full duration to move at your own pace across the estate and gardens.
Getting around the venue
The grounds are expansive, covering formal gardens, a vegetable garden, the historic house, and open lawn areas. Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on grass and garden paths, as you will cover a fair amount of ground. Food and drinks are available for purchase from the Bluebird Bar, the Hummingbird Bar, and food trucks or pop-up cafes on the lawn, but are not included in your admission.
During your visit
Live acoustic music is included with your admission and plays across the grounds during the evening.
Keep noise considerate of other guests enjoying the gardens and performances.
Photography for personal use is generally welcome in outdoor garden settings, but be mindful of other visitors and any posted signage inside the house.
Cancellation policy: These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.

Frequently asked

What is Filoli Summer Nights Admission?

Filoli Summer Nights Admission gives you access to the Filoli Historic House and Gardens on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, where you can explore the gardens, visit the estate and exhibits, enjoy live acoustic music, and watch the sun set behind the Santa Cruz Mountains. Food trucks, pop-up cafes, and garden bars are available on site, with food and drinks purchasable separately.

How long does Filoli Summer Nights last?

The experience runs for 3 hours.

What is included with the ticket?

Your ticket includes admission to the Filoli Historic House and Gardens, the estate, and all exhibits, as well as live acoustic music performances. Food and drinks are not included but are available to purchase in the garden from food trucks, pop-up cafes, and the on-site bars.

Where is Filoli Historic House and Garden and how do I get there?

Filoli Historic House and Garden is located at 86 Canada Road, approximately 30 miles south of San Francisco, on the slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains and beside the protected Peninsula watershed. It is a day-trip destination from San Francisco.