One of London’s most popular outdoor art events, Canary Wharf Winter Lights, returns in 2026 to celebrate its 10th anniversary! Transforming the city’s modern skyline into a mesmerizing gallery of light, this year’s festival invites visitors on a surreal journey under the theme “DREAMSCAPE” until 31 January 2026.
Chosen especially for this milestone tenth edition, the theme aims to draw visitors into dreamlike, spiritual, and uniquely human experiences. Throughout the festival, 16 spectacular light installations will shimmer among Canary Wharf’s docks and skyscrapers.
Some Highlighted Works:
- Out of Body Experience (Alaa Minawi): This installation celebrates dance as a fundamental part of being human, presenting dancing figures in a dream-like form.
- In Bloom (Kumquat Lab): An interactive piece that highlights the importance of pollination in our ecosystem. It invites visitors to create rhythms and melodies together.
- Trispheric Garden (REELIZE.STUDIO): A surreal garden that turns Cabot Square’s pool into a “lake of dreams,” filled with geometric forms and light reflections.
- Sanctuary (Ithaca Studio): Designed for those seeking escape from the city’s crowds—a peaceful refuge surrounded by coloured lights and soothing sounds.
Gourmet Breaks & Special Offers During the Festival
If you’d like to warm up or enjoy a delicious meal while touring the lights, take advantage of these special offers available throughout the festival period:
- Winter Lights Bites: Street food stalls in Montgomery Square and Jubilee Park offer 20% off from Monday to Wednesday.
- Boisdale of Canary Wharf: 50% off steaks on Tuesdays–Thursdays after 5:00 pm.
- Big Easy: Buy one lobster, get the second one free! (Monday–Thursday).
- Free Parking: 3 hours of free parking on weekdays (Monday–Wednesday) for anyone spending £10 or more at Waitrose.
Don’t miss the chance to experience this magical tenth-anniversary edition of Canary Wharf Winter Lights under the enchanting theme of DREAMSCAPE—running until 31 January 2026.
