Light Night celebrates its 20th anniversary this year with the University presenting its most exciting programme yet from 24-25 October.
Visitors to campus can experience the University’s most ambitious Light Night event, with the heart of campus transforming into large-scale light installations, immersive experiences and participatory activities for families.
The programme showcases cutting-edge research, international commissions, student creativity and interdisciplinary collaboration. It draws inspiration from this year's Smeaton300 programme theme – Inspired by Nature.
Light Night has become a cultural staple of the city, attracting over 1.1 million visitors in two decades, with last year’s event drawing a record 200,000 attendees.
With 15 installations, the programme at the University includes illuminated jellyfish in trees and an animal sound trail, offering a family-friendly and relaxed addition to the hustle and bustle of Leeds city centre.
Professor Ben Walmsley, Dean for Cultural Engagement, said: “This year really marks a step-change in what the University of Leeds can offer the city.
“It has been incredible to witness the efforts behind the scenes to create an inspiring and welcoming environment on campus. We hope many people will visit and create lasting memories here at the University.”
Installations on campus
Visit Light Night 2024 at the University of Leeds for the full programme of immersive experiences, ambitious art installations, live music, poetry and interactive exhibits.
Ubuntu
The Nectary by Andrew Lord
More to Discover
The Light Night programme at the University is part of the Smeaton300 project – a creative events programme in partnership with Foxglove and led by the Cultural Institute and the School of Civil Engineering. The programme is inspired by the work of Leeds born John Smeaton, the UK’s first Civil Engineer.
Further Information
Visit the Light Night University Zone website to find out more about the nature-inspired installations on campus.
Read the full programme for Light Night 2024. For more information, please contact the University of Leeds Press Office at pressoffice@leeds.ac.uk