FAQ: Festival info

EDITIE 15 (2026-2027)

When does Edition 15 take place?

The fifteenth edition of Amsterdam Light Festival takes place from 26 November 2026 until 17 January 2027. The lights are on daily from 4:30 pm until 11:00 pm. On New Year's Eve (31 December) we close at 9 pm

What is Edition 15 about?

For Edition 15 we've aksed artists what they want to tell to the city of Amsterdam. More info soon.

What is being organized?

During Amsterdam Light Festival the iconic canals of Amsterdam form the backdrop for the light artworks. This year, 20 artworks are curated specially for the festival, which can be admired from the water or from land.

• Cruise: from the water you have unique views of the artworks. From a canal boat to a private cruise with dinner; anything is possible.
• Walk: with our festival app you go on a winterly stroll through the city. You can choose between the Light Walk, Kids Walk or Foodwalk.
• Bike: do as the locals do. Or join a guided bike tour and get to know everything about the art and the city by an experienced guide.
• Eat: more information soon.
• Light Nights: more information soon

Where can I buy tickets?

In our ticket shop you can find tickets for the different experiences. You can also find more information about departure times and locations. The festival app will be availbale in a later stage.

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Can I participate in Edition 15?

We are always curious for new collaborations. Got an illuminating idea? Then send us an email at partner@amsterdamlightfestival.com. It's not possible to participate with an artwork anymore. Also the programming is more or less set in stone. If you still want to contact us, send an email to info@amsterdamlightfestival.com.

GENERAL INFO

What is Amsterdam Light Festival?

Amsterdam Light Festival is a light art festival that takes place every winter. The festival consists of a route of around 20 light artworks, created especially for or invited by the festival. They are placed in, above and alongside the canals.

How are the artworks selected?

Every festival edition takes about 15 months of preperation. After thematic research, the Open Call takes place and creatives from around the world can submit their ideas. After a careful selection process (a.o. with an independent jury), the chosen concepts, together with the invited concepts, will be created under guidance of our artistic and technical team. When the festival is over, some artworks become part of the internationally travelling Light Art Collection.

How is Amsterdam Light Festival organized?

The festival is organized by the Amsterdam Light Festival Foundation. This cultural ANBI foundation is active year round to connect and enrich people through light art. Read more here meer.

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