
Guided History Tour
Tuesday – Sunday at 11am
Learn the Personal History of this Grand Beaux Arts Country House!
Guided tours of Cairnwood Estate reveal the personal history of this grand Beaux Arts country house. Tour participants discover the private side of the family and its integral role in founding the Bryn Athyn community. Tours begin with an orientation video in the Garden House and includes three floors of the Main House, the Chapel in the tower, the Cairnwood Family Gallery, Servant’s Quarters, and the Carriage House collections of horse-drawn carriages and sleighs and a 1927 Packard. Fundraising and outreach activities proudly hosted by Cairn Club, Inc.
- Admission: Adult (Ages 18-64): $15; Student (Ages 6-17) and Seniors (Ages 65+): $12; 5 & under: Free
- Minimum 2 tickets; Single ticket – call to book.
- Cairnwood Members – please call to receive your free tour(s) coupon code.
- Tours are available Tuesday – Sunday at 11:00am
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Purchasing tickets in advance is strongly recommended; the estate and grounds are occasionally closed for private rentals on short notice
- Parts of the estate are not fully accessible due to 1895 construction; tours require a fair amount of walking and stairs. Call for more information or to request tour modifications.
- Call 215-947-2004 or contact us at info@cairnwood.org to schedule your tour

Landmarks in Lights
Tuesday, June 23rd from 8PM to 10PM
The Bryn Athyn Historic District will glow a little brighter!
- Free Parking throughout the Bryn Athyn Historic District
- FREE general admission
- Additional activities for a fee
Cairnwood Estate
- FREE admission to the Garden House
- Orientation video
- Self-guided house tours: $5 per person
- Wine & beer available for purchase
Bryn Athyn Cathedral
- FREE admission
- Tour guides available & classical music
Glencairn Museum
- Self-guided tours: $5 per person
- includes: exhibition, first floor and upper floor galleries
- Elevator rides to the tower: $5 per person
Note: Given the age and construction of the buildings, some areas are not fully accessible. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. No pets permitted.

Summer Wine Tasting
Thursday, August 13th at 7PM
The Summer Wine Tasting – an annual tradition – features live music, samplings of premium wines from around the world, and savory bites. Get your first pour and take in some history. Enjoy self-guided tours of the 2nd & 3rd floors of the Estate available from 7pm to 9pm. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy an evening out with friends while soaking in the stunning views from the Cairnwood terrace!
Fundraising and outreach activities proudly hosted by Cairn Club, Inc
- $70 per person (21+ years of age)
- 25% off for Cairnwood and Cairn Club members *present valid ID
- Duration: 3 hours

Summer Open House
Sunday, August 16th from 12:00 to 3:00pm
Dreaming of a wedding reception at Cairnwood Estate? Join us for our Summer Open House and experience the beauty, elegance, and romance of one of the region’s most extraordinary historic venues!
Couples are invited to tour the Estate, explore reception possibilities, and meet some of Cairnwood’s talented suggested event professionals who can help bring your vision to life. From catering and floral design to music, photography, and planning, this is the perfect opportunity to gather inspiration and connect with experienced wedding vendors.
Featuring Preferred Caterers:
Catering by Design | Sage Catering | Karen Spire Catering & Events
Also featuring:
Florists | Musicians | Photographers | Bakeries | Local Accommodations | Event Planners
Free to attend | Register at info@cairnwood.org | 215.947.2004

Fairy Starlight Masquerade Ball
Friday, October 23rd at 7:30pm
As twilight falls and the stars begin to shimmer above Cairnwood Estate, guests are invited to step into an enchanted evening of mystery, elegance, and imagination at the Fairy Starlight Masquerade Ball.
Guests will enjoy sparkling cocktails, decadent bites, dancing, and enchanting surprises throughout the evening. Don your finest masquerade attire adorned with wings, shimmering details, and touches of woodland elegance as the Estate transforms into a starlit realm of fantasy and intrigue.
Who among the revelers will shine brightest beneath the stars?
• Masks required – Black tie & fantasy-inspired attire encouraged
• Wings welcome
• $100/person
• $75 Cairnwood & Cairn Club members – with valid coupon code
• Duration: 3.5 hours
• Limited availability ~ Reservations Required
Fundraising and outreach activities proudly hosted by Cairn Club, Inc.


Holiday Tea & Tours – Holiday 2026
Select Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays – December 2026
Celebrate the season and join us for tea and tours during our most sparkling time of year! Package includes traditional holiday tea service, docent-supported self-guided touring of the decorated Estate, and access to our seasonal vintage textile exhibition throughout the second and third floors. Fundraising and outreach activities proudly hosted by Cairn Club, Inc.
Menu includes premium teas by master blender Harney & Sons, soup du jour and seasonal salad, traditional tea sandwiches, family style sweets, holiday cookies, and scones with clotted cream and jams provided by Karen Spire Catering & Events.
- $75 per person (gratuities not included)
- NOTE: reservations are by table; if you are joining an existing reservation, please call 215.947.2004
- Docent-supported self-guided touring included ~ complete at your own pace
- Duration: 3 hours
- Limited availability ~ Reservations Required

Guided Tour: Christmas in Cairnwood
Select dates in December at 11 AM
Enjoy the holidays with your family and friends at Cairnwood Estate. Christmas in Cairnwood guided tours begin in the Garden House with an orientation video and include all three floors of the Estate decorated for the season by professional florists and Cairnwood’s staff. Guests are greeted upon entering the Great Hall by our dazzling two-story Christmas tree—located in the same spot it once stood at the turn of the century. Tour participants discover the private side of the Pitcairn family and its integral role in founding the Bryn Athyn community while exploring this grand Beaux Arts country house and the vintage textile exhibition. A visit to the Estate during the holidays will be a special treat for the ones you love! Fundraising and outreach activities proudly hosted by Cairn Club, Inc.
- $25 per adult
- $20 per senior/students
- $15 for Cairnwood Estate members *present valid ID
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Limited availability ~ Reservations Required

Christmas Cookie Stroll – Holiday 2026
Thursday, December 17th, 2026 5pm – 7:30pm
There is nothing more magical than an evening stroll through the Estate to collect a personal selection of traditional cookies by the candlelight glow of thousands of Christmas lights inside and out! This family-friendly event is the last self-guided touring opportunity of the season to see Cairnwood’s halls decked with 14 sparkling Christmas trees and fantasy fireplace mantels throughout the Estate. Step back in time with the special vintage textile exhibition. Admission includes holiday cookies and a cup of hot chocolate per person—add to the fun with the Cairnwood Critter Quest for the children (included) and a holiday cocktail or beverage for the adults. Fundraising and outreach activities proudly hosted by Cairn Club, Inc.
- $20 per adult/child
- 25% off for Cairnwood members *present valid ID
- Duration: 2.5 hours to explore at your own pace
- Critter Quest booklets included during the event!
- Cash bar available (21+ years of age)
- Credit cards and cash accepted

Children’s Critter Quest – Holiday 2026
Select Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays at 3 PM ~ December 2026
It is during this festive season that the Cairnwood Critters venture out of their secret homes in the walls to celebrate! Families will make their way through the Estate to see the Christmas decorations while on a quest to find the little critters and see what they are doing in each room. This is a wonderful after-school opportunity to build family memories while learning about the history of Cairnwood. Bring your camera–family photos by the Christmas trees are welcome! Fundraising and outreach activities proudly hosted by Cairn Club, Inc.
- $10 per child (ages 3-10 years)
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- $10 per adult
- Cairnwood Estate & Cairn Club members receive FREE adult admission *present valid ID
- Doors open at 3 PM and close at 4 PM ~ complete at your own pace
- Duration: please allow 30 minutes

Self-Guided Holiday Touring – Holiday 2026
Select Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays 2 PM – 4 PM ~ December 2026
Explore the elegant rooms of the Estate at your own pace. View 14 Christmas trees, twinkling balustrades, 10 festive mantels, and the vintage textile exhibition brought to life by professional florists and the Cairnwood staff. Learn the personal history of this grand Beaux Arts country house; Cairnwood docents throughout the mansion will enhance your visit. For a family experience you may add Children’s Critter Quest tickets (sold separately). Don’t forget your camera! Fundraising and outreach activities proudly hosted by Cairn Club, Inc.
- $10 per person
- Doors open at 2 PM and close at 4 PM
- Free for Cairnwood Estate members *present valid ID
- Duration: 2 hours to explore at your own pace