Illuminate Your Winter with the Amsterdam Light Festival
- Julia Medeiros
- Aug 1
- 2 min read
14th Edition • Theme: “World of Rituals” • 27 Nov 2025 – 18 Jan 2026
A luminous celebration along UNESCO‑listed canals, inviting guests to explore how rituals shape memory and legacy.
The Light Festival transforms Amsterdam into a cathedral of light—a curated, contemplative journey that blends artistry with purpose. Under the theme “World of Rituals,” over 20 installations by international creators map the emotional terrain between past and future. It is an immersive experience that speaks to both introspection and celebration.
Think for a moment: lights play a fundamental role in various rituals around the world. During Chanukah, for example, eight candles are lit in the menorah (a special candelabrum) to symbolize the strength of Jewish faith. During Christmas, decorative lights on homes and trees symbolize renewal and the celebration of life. Fireworks and paper lanterns mark the festivities of New Year’s Eve and the Chinese New Year. These rituals, filled with light, have the power to unify people, bringing them into the same positive vibe. It is this collective energy that the Amsterdam Light Festival aims to convey.
This year, the festival also marks a special historic moment: the celebration of 750 years of Amsterdam. The lights and artistic installations spread throughout the city not only honor this long history but also connect locals and tourists in a celebration of the vibrant culture and soul of Amsterdam.
Unmissable Experience in Amsterdam
Want to enjoy the best view possible? Board the Saloon Boat from Sapiens Travel DMC and see the sculptures from an exclusive angle, cruising through the canals and experiencing the light festival in an unforgettable way. Come celebrate with us in this city of illuminated soul!
