Put Big Light on 2025

Borealis, an artwork which will recreate the Northern Lights in Victoria Square during the festival.
Borealis, and artwork which will feature at the festival. Photo credit to Joel Chester Fildes

The countdown is on for Put Big Light On 2025! We are excited to announce that we have confirmed a number of fabulous artworks! Some are back by popular demand whilst others are brand new.

The festival will run from the 20th - 23rd of November from 5-9pm each night!

Join us in Bolton Town Centre for a dazzling array of light art.

  • Borealis - Dan Acher
  • Mars - Luke Jerram
  • Celestial Carousel - Eye of Newt Theatre Arts
  • Barn Owl - Thingumajig
  • The Garden - Ant Dickinson
  • Submergence - Squidsoup
  • Beacon of Hope - Craig Morrison
  • Wave - Are You Playing Out
  • Lumens - The Vortexes

Curated by Things That Go On Things

Funded by UK Government

Date: 20th November 2025 - 23rd November 2025 Recurs daily.

Location: Bolton Central Library, BL1 1SE.

Cost: Free to attend

Time: 17:00 - 21:00