Lichtfestival Gent
Ghent's triennial light festival turns the historic city centre into a free open-air gallery of large-scale light installations; the next edition is in 2027, with no 2026 edition.
ⓘ Recurring event. The 2026 date is the usual window; confirm the exact date closer to the event.
Drive tourism and local foot traffic to Ghent during the triennial light festival by positioning it as a must-see cultural event and leveraging the free, Instagram-worthy installations to attract visitors and boost hospitality/retail spending.
- Behind-the-scenes artist spotlights and installation previews leading up to 2027
- User-generated content campaigns around light photography and festival experiences
- Partner promotions with Ghent hotels, restaurants, and shops capitalizing on increased visitor volume
- Countdown content emphasizing the three-year rarity and exclusivity of the event
Every three years, Ghent is set ablaze with lights during the free Ghent Light Festival. This festival lights up the city with works by national and international light artists. The city's nights will become the backdrop for a surprising spectacle, ingenious installations, spectacular performances and beautiful events, all based on light. The Ghent Light Festival takes place every three years. Therefore, no edition is planned for 2026. [ "Free entry—no tickets required", "Runs 5 nights from 7pm to midnight (6pm on final day for families)", "600,000+ visitors (2024 attendance)", "~7km walking route through medieval city centre, parks, and industrial zones", "Mix of light sculptures, video mapping, projections by national/international artists", "Optional guided light walk (2 hours) educates on Ghent's innovative lighting strategies" ]