{"id":368,"date":"2023-04-06T14:12:06","date_gmt":"2023-04-06T14:12:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/?p=368"},"modified":"2025-12-23T10:58:41","modified_gmt":"2025-12-23T10:58:41","slug":"amsterdam-light-festival","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/amsterdam-light-festival\/","title":{"rendered":"Amsterdam Light Festival: a must-see attraction in 2026!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In this article, I present <strong>Amsterdam Festival of Lights<\/strong>held every year in winter!<\/p>\n<p>Here you'll find<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A presentation of this festival of lights<\/li>\n<li>What you can see and do at the festival<\/li>\n<li>How to reach him easily<\/li>\n<li>Practical information: prices, opening hours, reservations<\/li>\n<li>And much more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you are looking for information on <strong>the festival of lights<\/strong>you'll love this article.<\/p>\n<p>Follow the guide!<\/p>\n<p style=\"background: none repeat scroll 0 0 #ff9; clear: both; margin-bottom: 18px; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #e5e597; padding: 13px;\"><strong>Don't miss :<\/strong> if you're planning to take part in this festival of lights, this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/fr\/billets-croisiere-festival-des-lumieres-damsterdam-l146145\/?partner=bonjouramsterdam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Ticket<\/a> to book a cruise on the illuminated canals!<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/fr\/billets-croisiere-festival-des-lumieres-damsterdam-l146145\/?partner=bonjouramsterdam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"> -&gt; Click here to book your cruise for this festival of lights<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div data-tiqets-widget=\"availability\" data-layout=\"compact\" data-venue-id=\"146145\" data-language=\"fr\" data-partner=\"bonjouramsterdam\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-364\" src=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/festival-des-lumieres-amsterdam.jpg\" alt=\"festival of lights amsterdam\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/festival-des-lumieres-amsterdam.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/festival-des-lumieres-amsterdam-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"summary-title\">Amsterdam Festival of Lights: article summary<\/h2>\n<div class=\"summary-box\">\n<ul class=\"summary-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#1\">Amsterdam Festival of Lights: an annual event not to be missed! <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#2\">How can you take part in the Amsterdam Festival of Lights? <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#3\">What cruises are available for this Festival of Lights? <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#4\">A pass to the Amsterdam Festival of Lights? <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#5\">A mobile app to complete your experience! <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#6\">How do I get to the Festival of Lights? <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#7\">Amsterdam Festival of Lights: prices, opening times and practical information <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#8\">My tips for making the most of the Festival of Lights in Amsterdam <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><a name=\"1\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Amsterdam Festival of Lights: an annual event not to be missed!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Every year <strong>since 2012<\/strong>Amsterdam is organizing its <strong>Festival of Lights<\/strong>. Held from late November to late January, it's a must-see if you're staying in the capital in winter or just passing through. <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/new-year-amsterdam\/\">New Year's Day in Amsterdam\u00a0<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>2 months during which the city is decked out in lights to dazzle its visitors!  Let me introduce you to the Festival and the best ways to discover it!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Introducing the Amsterdam Festival of Lights<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Amsterdam is a naturally beautiful city, where you can find <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/what-to-do-in-amsterdam\/\">much to do<\/a> all year round. But some activities are seasonal, as is the case for this <strong>Festival of Lights<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>For this occasion, Amsterdam is calling on <strong>dozens of artists<\/strong> from a variety of backgrounds - architects, painters, designers - to magnify the city by decorating it.<\/p>\n<p>The central element of this festival is light, and the exhibition therefore focuses on <strong>luminous creations<\/strong>These are the latest additions to the capital's canals, bridges, squares and most beautiful facades.<\/p>\n<p>The most original works of art can be admired on foot, on <strong>the pedestrian promenade<\/strong> named <em>the illuminade<\/em>or during a <strong>night cruise<\/strong> so you can enjoy it with complete peace of mind.<\/p>\n<p>A <strong>unusual experience<\/strong>to discover the city in a different way!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Festival facts and figures<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The 2023 \/ 2024 edition will take place from November 30 to January 21, and will focus on the theme \"\u00a0<strong>Artificial Intelligence<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>In 2022, the edition included <strong>20 works of art<\/strong>chosen from among the most photographed of the previous year and the favourites of local residents.<\/li>\n<li>A journey of <strong>5 km on foot<\/strong> to discover all the city's illuminations<\/li>\n<li>In 2017, the protest artist <strong>Ai WeiWei<\/strong> made a remarkable contribution with a work measuring over 6 km!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Which artists for the 2023\/2024 edition?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The theme of the 2023\/2024 edition is \"\u00a0<strong>LOADING... <\/strong><strong>\"Revealing Art, AI, and Tech<\/strong>\u00a0\". The invited artists are thus invited to reflect on these themes of the moment, which fascinate, worry and inspire at the same time.<\/p>\n<p>For the 12<sup>e<\/sup> edition of the <strong>Festival of Lights<\/strong> to be held between November 30, 2023 and January 21, 2024, 24 artists of 8 different nationalities have been announced. Here are just a few of them:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>German <strong>Aram Bartholl<\/strong>a company specializing in conceptual art, which focuses on highly topical themes such as mass surveillance, privacy and dependence on technology.<\/li>\n<li>The Belgian collective <strong>Haute Cuisine workshop<\/strong>which <em>cook <\/em>the art of tasty blends<\/li>\n<li>The Australian Studio <strong>ENESS<\/strong>with its desire to create joy and happiness through Art<\/li>\n<li><strong>Arnaud Laffon<\/strong>whose video creations and graphic installations are often inspired by science fiction.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gali May Lucas<\/strong>an English graphic designer living in Amsterdam, who works with photos and illustrations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Joan Giner<\/strong>a French visual artist who blends classical and digital art to tell stories<\/li>\n<li><strong>Peter Vink<\/strong>a Festival veteran whose mission is to change the perception of reality through his work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Universal Everything<\/strong>a UK-based collective that seeks to create new forms of imagery, notably through the use of Virtual Reality.<\/li>\n<li>The Indian <strong>Vibhor Sogani<\/strong>which specializes in the use of raw materials (such as iron) to create impressive installations.<\/li>\n<li>And many other artists from the 4 corners of the world!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is worth noting that an educational project, based on the enigmatic reflection <em>What's the next Connection?<\/em>saw more than <strong>1,000 elementary school<\/strong> of the city to create a joint work, to be discovered on site.<\/p>\n<p>Are you in the mood? Every year, festival organizers and guest artists come up with new ideas to surprise visitors. And this year, it looks like we're in for a real treat.<\/p>\n<p>Here's how you can make the most of it!<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"2\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How to take part in the Amsterdam Festival of Lights?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-365\" src=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/amsterdam-light-festival-min.jpg\" alt=\"amsterdam-light-festival\" width=\"600\" height=\"451\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/amsterdam-light-festival-min.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/amsterdam-light-festival-min-300x226.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There are two main ways to visit the Festival of Lights, which spans several districts of the capital but remains fairly concentrated:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>By opting for <strong>the walking trail<\/strong>6.5 km, 100 % free of charge. As it gets dark quite early in Amsterdam at this time of year, it's possible to start the walk in the late afternoon. You'll then have the evening free to explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/red-light-district\/\">Red Light District<\/a>eating out <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/restaurant-amsterdam\/\">restaurant<\/a> or discover the <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/beer-amsterdam\/\">Amsterdam beer\u00a0<\/a>!<\/li>\n<li>Live a privileged experience by choosing to perform <strong>a canal cruise<\/strong> of the city, with a 360\u00b0 view of the installations. 1h30 to navigate between the luminous works, with audio commentary in French and the chance to have a drink on the boat, while admiring Amsterdam's most beautiful canal-side buildings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/fr\/billets-croisiere-festival-des-lumieres-damsterdam-l146145\/?partner=bonjouramsterdam\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#659A16;border-color:#517c12;border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#94b95c;border-radius:9px;text-shadow:none\"><i class=\"sui sui-long-arrow-right\" style=\"font-size:18px;color:#FFFFFF\"><\/i> Click here to book your Amsterdam Festival of Lights cruise!<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p><a name=\"3\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>What cruises are available for this Festival of Lights? <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Opt for <strong>a canal cruise<\/strong> in order to discover the most beautiful light installations is, in my opinion, an excellent idea.<\/p>\n<p>And there's not one but nearly <strong>10 different cruises<\/strong>to take part in! Here are my favorites:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A 75-minute cruise with a <strong>Free open bar<\/strong> (beer\/wine\/soda\/hot wine\/coffee\/tea) and blankets to keep you warm!<\/li>\n<li>Visit <strong>luxury cruise<\/strong> departing from Amsterdam Central Station or Damrak. A 75-minute guided tour on the water, with mulled wine (among other things) and expert commentary, aboard a semi-covered 100 % electric boat.<\/li>\n<li>A cruise with <strong>drinks AND snacks<\/strong>You'll be able to nibble while enjoying the most beautiful installations from the water. Departure is from Herengracht, not far from the <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/torture-museum\/\">Torture Museum<\/a>!<\/li>\n<li>The cruise on <strong>a historic boat<\/strong>for an unusual experience. Stroll along the canals and admire 20 luminous sculptures, just like the navigators of the past!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The various cruises available depart from the many <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/port-of-amsterdam\/\">ports<\/a> of the city. Choose according to the location of <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/cheap-accommodation-amsterdam\/\">your home<\/a>\u00a0or the neighborhood you think you'll be in at departure time!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Good to know<\/strong>\u00a0For the moment, cruises are only available with commentary in English and Dutch.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/fr\/billets-croisiere-festival-des-lumieres-damsterdam-l146145\/?partner=bonjouramsterdam\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#659A16;border-color:#517c12;border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#94b95c;border-radius:9px;text-shadow:none\"><i class=\"sui sui-long-arrow-right\" style=\"font-size:18px;color:#FFFFFF\"><\/i> Click here to book your Amsterdam Festival of Lights cruise!<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p><a name=\"4\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>A pass to the Amsterdam Festival of Lights?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>There are <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/port-of-amsterdam\/\">several Pass<\/a> that can make your stay in Amsterdam easier and save you money.<\/p>\n<p>While most of them are designed for easy\/cheap use of transport + access to museums and monuments at reduced prices, one of them is specially designed to enjoy the Amsterdam Festival of Lights: <strong>Amsterdam Winter Card<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>What does the Amsterdam Winter Card include?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For travellers coming to enjoy <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/amsterdam-winter\/\">winter in Amsterdam<\/a>This pass seems perfectly appropriate. It includes :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Visit <strong>75-minute cruise<\/strong> on the canals from Amsterdam Central Station, with free WiFi and audioguide, to enjoy the Festival of Lights<\/li>\n<li>Access to all our activities and events <strong>Amsterdam Winter Paradise<\/strong>. It's a huge winter event organized in <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/rai-amsterdam\/\">the RAI complex<\/a>. Real snow, a skating rink, musical performances, food and hot drinks... It's all here! <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/noel-amsterdam\/\">Early Christmas in Amsterdam\u00a0<\/a>!<\/li>\n<li>The visit to <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/ice-bar-amsterdam\/\">the XtraCold Icebar Experience<\/a>to have a drink in a bar where the temperature is... -10\u00b0C!<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>complete audio guide<\/strong>to accompany you throughout your stay. It contains <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/amsterdam-map\/\">a digital map<\/a>information and explanations on <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/amsterdam-neighborhoods\/\">neighborhoods<\/a> and the most famous monuments; over 100 not-to-be-missed points of interest, from the best-known to the most secret!<\/li>\n<li>10 % discount on bookings for other activities in Amsterdam<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Prices, booking, advice<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>To reserve this Pass, choose the beneficiary or beneficiaries, then the dates of your stay. <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/visit-amsterdam\/\">stay in Amsterdam<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The rates are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Adult (over 13): 62 euros<\/li>\n<li>Children aged 4 to 12: 45 euros<\/li>\n<li>Children aged 1 to 3: 29 euros<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once your purchase has been confirmed, you'll receive confirmation and your digital Pass, which you can use on site. A good choice if you want to enjoy all the winter activities in Amsterdam!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/fr\/activites-attractions-amsterdam-c75061\/billets-pour-amsterdam-winter-card-p1018531\/?partner=bonjouramsterdam\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#659A16;border-color:#517c12;border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#94b95c;border-radius:9px;text-shadow:none\"><i class=\"sui sui-long-arrow-right\" style=\"font-size:18px;color:#FFFFFF\"><\/i> Click here to book your Amsterdam Winter Card at the best price!<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p><a name=\"5\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>A mobile app to complete your experience!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The organizers of the Amsterdam Festival of Lights are offering <strong>a free application<\/strong>to complement your discovery of this festival.<\/p>\n<p>Here you will find :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A blog with the latest news and events<\/li>\n<li>The themes presented to better understand the nature of each exhibition<\/li>\n<li>Information <strong>about the artists and their work<\/strong>via text and audio descriptions<\/li>\n<li>Videos to follow the event as it unfolds<\/li>\n<li>A paid version (7.99 euros) for access to numerous bonuses (Artworks, reduced rates at partner restaurants, etc.) and to contribute to the organization of this event!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=nl.q42.alf\">Link to Android application<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/amsterdam-light-festival\/id6467396594\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Link to Apple Application<\/a><br \/>\n<a name=\"6\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How to get to the Amsterdam Festival of Lights easily?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Festival of Lights takes place at various locations in <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/amsterdam-city-center\/\">Amsterdam city center<\/a>. You'll have no trouble reaching the promenade from the main points of interest or from <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/amsterdam-centraal\/\">Central Station<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>What's more, as you stroll through the various neighborhoods, you'll come across various installations and projections that are part of this vast project.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Good to know<\/strong> If you opt for a cruise, departure is usually from Central Station.<br \/>\n<a name=\"7\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Amsterdam Festival of Lights: prices, opening times and practical information<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Here's what you need to know to take part in this festival of lights in Amsterdam and not miss a thing!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Rates and reservations<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The entire walking route is <strong>free of charge<\/strong>. Cruise fares are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Adult ticket: from 26.50 euros<\/li>\n<li>Children's ticket (3-11 years): from 13.25 euros<\/li>\n<li>Free for children under 3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Festival of Lights and an activity <strong>very popular<\/strong> by visitors. That's why it's best to book your cruise online, so you can choose the date and time that suits you best and make sure you'll have a seat on the boat!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/fr\/billets-croisiere-festival-des-lumieres-damsterdam-l146145\/?partner=bonjouramsterdam\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#659A16;border-color:#517c12;border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#94b95c;border-radius:9px;text-shadow:none\"><i class=\"sui sui-long-arrow-right\" style=\"font-size:18px;color:#FFFFFF\"><\/i> Click here to book your Amsterdam Festival of Lights cruise!<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Opening hours<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>You can take advantage of the facilities from <strong>nightfall<\/strong> (4\/17 pm at this time) and until 11 pm.<\/p>\n<p>For cruises, departures are from <strong>every 30 minutes<\/strong> and cover festival opening hours.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Good to know<\/strong>\u00a0Please note that the lights will be switched off on Sunday, December 31st!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Practical information<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Book <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/hotel-amsterdam\/\">your hotel<\/a> if you're planning to come to Amsterdam during the Festival, as tickets go fast.<\/p>\n<p>A festival map is available free of charge at the ticket booth and in certain caf\u00e9s\/restaurants.<a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/bar-amsterdam\/\">bars<\/a>to easily target points of interest. A temporary hub has been set up in Hoftuin (not far from the <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/artis-amsterdam\/\">ARTIS Zoo<\/a>), for more information and to see some additional works, between December 14 and January 7.<\/p>\n<p>And above all, don't forget <strong>your camera<\/strong>\u00a0!<br \/>\n<a name=\"8\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>My tips for making the most of the Festival of Lights in Amsterdam<\/h2>\n<p>This superb festival alone is worth a visit to Amsterdam for many art lovers. It's very popular and, indeed, <strong>crowded<\/strong>. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you make the most of it!<\/p>\n<p>First of all, I advise you to choose <strong>a central district<\/strong>You'll also be able to find out where you'll be staying. This will allow you to wander around the city and catch a glimpse of the works easily, simply by stepping out of your car. <em>at home.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Plan ahead <strong>good shoes and warm clothing<\/strong>if you choose the pedestrian route. It would be a pity to see your pleasure spoiled by cold or blisters.<\/p>\n<p>On this occasion, the city is totally transformed. Even if you've been to Amsterdam before, it's the perfect time to visit. <strong>a great time<\/strong> to return. Between the light shows, the many exhibitions, the works on land or water and the activities scattered everywhere, there's never a dull moment.<\/p>\n<p>So you see: <strong>Amsterdam Festival of Lights<\/strong> is well worth your attention! Every year, thousands of visitors flock here and leave enchanted. Come and discover why!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this article, I present the Amsterdam Festival of Lights, held every year in winter! 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