Fête des Lumières Lyon 2026

Lyon's Fête des Lumières transforms the city into an open-air gallery of light installations, drawing millions to its historic streets each December. The 2026 edition runs over four nights, with landmarks, squares, and riversides illuminated by artists from around the world.

Attendees can wander through neighborhoods like Vieux Lyon and Presqu'île, where projections, interactive works, and luminous sculptures create a magical atmosphere. The event is free to explore, with installations spread across the city center, encouraging a leisurely stroll from one spectacle to the next.

This celebration of light has deep roots in Lyon's tradition of gratitude to the Virgin Mary, but today it's a cutting-edge festival of contemporary art and technology. It's a unique way to experience the city's architectural beauty after dark, with something new around every corner.