Written by Felix Wilson
London deals with the long, gloomy nights in January by lighting up the sky. As usual, the commercial towers of Canary Wharf are getting some of the season’s most impressive illuminations; the hugely popular Canary Wharf Winter Lights, London’s largest free illuminations.
Looking for more bright lights this winter? Be sure to check our top picks for the city’s best, and our walking tour of London’s Christmas lights.
As well as lights to be admired from afar, this year promises several hands-on interactive exhibits. For their ninth edition, the trail brings you work from some of the most innovative light artists in the world and explores the ability of art and light to transform reality, featuring portals, black holes and mirages.
Wander past exhibits including a tornado of lights in Westferry Circus and a portal in Wood Wharf to a shining vision on Montgomery Square and delicate and luminous sari fabric panels on Wren Landing. Check out the website for the final line-up.
No tickets are required, and the event is totally free. Just rock up and say goodbye to your January blues.
Organisers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.- 11 m from Canary Wharf (DLR) Docklands Light Rail
- 205 m from Heron Quays Docklands Light Rail
- 207 m from West India Quay Docklands Light Rail
