Visitors can see Leeds in a new light as the dazzling showcase of Light Night Leeds celebrates a historic year with tales of the city’s past and future.
For the first time, the festival will take place during half term, on 28 and 29 October, making it easier for families and visitors of all ages to experience all it has to offer.
And with the clocks having gone back the previous weekend darkness will fall earlier, allowing the festival’s spectacular large-scale projections and immersive artworks to begin from 6pm alongside the rest of the programme.
With the theme A City Speaks…, this year’s Light Night will form part of Leeds 400, marking 400 years since Leeds was granted its first Royal Charter by King Charles I. Through contemporary art, the festival will explore the stories, people and places that have shaped Leeds over the past four centuries while looking towards the city’s future.
Using light, projection, performance and immersive experiences, artists will invite audiences to see Leeds in new ways, celebrating everything that makes the city unique.
Transforming familiar streets and buildings through art since 2005, the citywide festival is completely free and will feature over 40 artworks by artists working in Leeds, the UK and internationally.
The full programme is set to be announced at the end of September.
Light Night Leeds is one of the UK’s largest light festivals, last year welcoming more than 200,000 visitors across the city over the two nights.
The festival is organised and delivered by Leeds City Council with additional funding from Arts Council England, alongside support from sponsors, trusts and foundations based in Leeds, across the UK and internationally.
Celebrations for Leeds 400 have taken place across the city throughout the year, marking 400 years since Leeds was awarded its first Royal Charter by King Charles I on 13 July 1626.
Light Night Leeds 2026 takes place on Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 October, from 6pm to 9.30pm.
More details about the programme will be revealed in the coming weeks. Visit lightnightleeds.co.uk and follow Light Night Leeds on social media for more information.
More information about Leeds 400 and the events programme can also be found at Welcome to Leeds 400 – A Year of Celebration | Culture Programmes.
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