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Leeds Light Night Lights Festival 2023

Don't miss UK’s most mesmerizing light festival

Dates: October 12–13, 2023

Leeds Light Night Lights Festival
Leeds Light Night Lights Festival
An origami illumination at Light Night in Leeds

Light Night Leeds is the biggest arts and light festival in the UK. Over the last decades, some of Leeds' most famous artists have transformed the city's biggest indoor and outdoor spaces with their amazing art and performances. Light Night allows people to look at the city differently and find free arts events throughout the city center. The festival has it all, from big light projections and interactive installations to music, dance, and other street performances.

Things to do

Artists from all over the world get together to make pieces that show everything: from the amazing variety of animals, beauty of flora & fauna to the power of the weather. In addition to the amazing performances by talented artists, the Leeds Festival of Lights shows off spectacular works of art. Plus, you can interact with the breathtaking projections and installations in a number of ways. And even if you are several miles away, you can still see the Light Night.

Tickets & Schedule

The show typically kicks off at 6 pm and continues until 11 pm. Light Night is normally a two-day event, but you should always check the official website in the external resources below for any possible updates. Admission to the fest is free, so money shouldn't be a problem. Please keep in mind that Leeds is very busy this time of year, so we recommend booking your housing in advance.

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