Amsterdam Light Festival
Local Events
November 30 - January 31, 2024
The Amsterdam Light Festival 2023 is an enchanting event that captivates the city of Amsterdam every year. During this festival, the canals and streets of Amsterdam are transformed into a dazzling spectacle of light artworks and installations.
Artists from around the world are invited to share their creative vision through light during the Amsterdam Light Festival. The city becomes an open-air museum, with the canals serving as a natural stage for the artworks. Each installation tells its own story and creates a unique experience for visitors.
Whether you stroll, cycle, or cruise along the illuminated artworks, the Amsterdam Light Festival offers a magical experience for everyone. The beautiful light sculptures, projections, and interactive installations take you on a journey of wonder and imagination.
Artists from around the world are invited to share their creative vision through light during the Amsterdam Light Festival. The city becomes an open-air museum, with the canals serving as a natural stage for the artworks. Each installation tells its own story and creates a unique experience for visitors.
Whether you stroll, cycle, or cruise along the illuminated artworks, the Amsterdam Light Festival offers a magical experience for everyone. The beautiful light sculptures, projections, and interactive installations take you on a journey of wonder and imagination.
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