Light Up Wakefield returns this weekend

Light Up Wakefield returns this weekend (13 to 14 November) with a spectacular light trail and illuminated parade.

The festival begins with the annual festive Light Switch-On taking place at 5:30pm on Friday 13 November in the Cathedral Precinct. This year the lights will be switched on by Wakefield Trinity stars Daryl Powell, Olly Pratt, Tom Johnstone, Jack Sinfield and Cam Smith plus mascot Daddy Cool.

Wakefield Exchange (WX) is the official Light Up Event Hub where visitors can pick up their light trail maps, listen to choir performances and enjoy some delicious street food. There will also be a projection of 'Building Bridges', which celebrates 70 years of friendship and partnership between Wakefield and its twin city Herne in Germany.

Following the light trail map, visitors can experience interactive artworks and striking projections across the city centre, including Limbic Cinema’s ‘Rewild’, a magical, illuminated animation on County Hall that invites audiences to become part of the artwork.

On Saturday 14 November the city will be brought to life through the magical Light Up parade. Starting at 5:30pm the parade is best seen from Wood Street. It will celebrate the return of wildlife to Wakefield’s rivers, meadows, moors and gardens.

With magical moments around every corner, Light Up Wakefield promises an unforgettable weekend that will see the city shine brighter than ever before.

For information on the accessibility provisions available during the festival visit Light Up Wakefield - Accessibility | Experience Wakefield

Here you can find information on accessible parking, site descriptions, assistance dogs, accessible toilets, BSL Tours, Changing Places and medical facilities.

Find out more at expwake.co/LightUpWakefield