It’s one of the high-lights (see what we did there) of the year for Nottingham folk and it’s back later next month.
Yes, Nottingham Light Night will be lighting up the city centre on Friday, February 28 and Saturday, March 1.
The city will be illuminated after dark for this free, family-friendly event, with more than 35 immersive and interactive light-based installations, performances and activities taking place over the two nights, created by local, national and international artists.
Witness Primal Future at Old Market Square, featuring a mesmerising projection on the iconic Council House. This stunning work brings together dynamic dance, cutting-edge technology, and motion graphics, all set to a specially commissioned electronic soundtrack. Audiences can experience a breath-taking fusion of sound, movement, and light, transforming the historic building into a living canvas.
Nottingham Castle will also be bathed with a stunning visual projection, Orbit, that merges the ancient and the cosmic, taking audiences from the birth of the universe to humanity’s ventures into space through spectacular visuals and dynamic soundscapes.
Outside the Castle, visitors can discover a captivating Firefly Field at the Robin Hood Statue, designed by Studio Toer from The Netherlands. Countless glimmering points mimic the graceful movements of nocturnal fireflies, bringing their enchanting dance to life.
Continuum is a mirrored, immersive artwork, which will be arranged in a geometric maze at Sneinton Market Square. Created by the company who brought the installations illumaphonium and Halo to Nottingham Light Night in 2018 and 2020 – the luminescent structures respond to the audience and create an ever-changing sensory experience, triggering rippling light and sound.
Attendees will be able to plan their itineraries and read more about all the installations using the free It’s in Nottingham app, which is available to download on iOS and Android. Printed guides will also be available from the Tourism Centre on Smithy Row, and at key locations on the day.
The event is funded by the National Lottery through Arts Council England, It’s in Nottingham, and Nottingham City Council.Cultural organisations across the city also support the event.
Cllr Sam Lux, Executive Member for Carbon Reduction, Leisure and Culture at Nottingham City Council, said: “The event offers an affordable and accessible trip out for people and families of all ages, giving them the chance to explore Nottingham’s incredible venues and spaces in a different light. We are excited to showcase local talent and also welcome an array of artists from across the UK and beyond.”
Alex Flint, CEO of It’s in Nottingham, said: “Nottingham Light Night is a magical event that showcases the creativity, culture, and community spirit of Nottingham. Attracting 50,000 visitors to the city centre each year – it’s a fantastic opportunity to shine a spotlight on the diverse talent and vibrant energy that makes Nottingham such a special place.”