Visit Bolton

With a more vibrant and celebratory vibe for families, this week Victoria Square will become host to Evanescent.

Evanescent is a multi-award-winning artwork that has been exhibited in 24 different cities in 18 different countries.

It bridges the gap between art and architecture, existing within the realm of ‘art-chitecture’.

Alongside this, at various locations across the town centre, installations such as Our Spectral Vision, Aqualux, Peep Hole Wall and Sound Intervention Projector Bikes will be ready to wow visitors.

Museum of the Moon by Luke Jerram is still around until 21 December in the library and museum.

Children can also create light up balloons in the museum and join the party with Disco Dave – all for free.

Hot food and treats will be available once again on Victoria Square to keep you warm on the cold, crisp evenings.

Round off the night with some mulled wine and a sing song in this year’s festival bar, The Albert Bar, in the Albert Halls complex.

Featuring a full line up of live Christmas music, including singers, musicians and choirs, guaranteed to get you into the festive spirit.

Executive Cabinet Member for Culture, Cllr Nadeem Ayub, said:

“Week one of the festival was spectacular, the public really got on board and it was fantastic to see the crowds in the town centre.

“Providing free family events across the Christmas period is so important in ensuring that everybody can join in cultural activities.

“I’m looking forward to seeing Evanescent and urge everybody to come and join in the free festive fun.”

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Visit www.visitbolton.com/lightfestival for more information.                                                                                                                

Follow socials @putbiglightonfestival2023 to keep up to date with announcements.

Put Big Light On is curated by Things That Go On Things

This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.