The 2024 Lyon Festival of Lights kicks off! Some works make their debut!

The exterior wall of Saint-Jean Cathedral has been revitalized through the adornment of light and abstract art. The work showcases the power and beauty of nature through color contrasts and rhythmic changes. It feels as if the elements of wind and water are flowing across the building, immersing visitors in the embrace of nature while they get lost in the music that blends the real and the virtual.

"I Love Lyon" is a work full of childlike wonder and nostalgia, placing the statue of Louis XIV at Place Bellecour inside a giant snow globe. Since its debut in 2006, this classic installation has been deeply loved by tourists. Its return this year will undoubtedly evoke warm memories in people's hearts once again, adding a touch of romance to the Festival of Lights.

Through the interplay of light and shadow, this work tells a touching story along the banks of the Saône River: how an eternally glowing filament guides a child to discover a brand-new world. Projections in a black-and-white pencil drawing style, combined with blues music, create a profound yet warm artistic atmosphere that captivates audiences completely.

This work is a classic created by French artist Patrice Warrener. Renowned for his chrome stone craftsmanship, the artist presents the charming beauty of the Jacobin Fountain through vibrant lights and intricate details in this piece. Accompanied by music, audiences can quietly admire every detail of the fountain and feel the magic of colors.

The two beloved Inuit characters Anooki are back again! This time, they’ve chosen nature as their backdrop, creating a striking contrast with their previous urban installations. Anooki’s playfulness, curiosity, and vitality have infused Parc de la Tête d’Or with joy, attracting both adults and children to share their longing for and love of nature.

interactive experiences suitable for families and young people: creative activities such as Light Shampoo Dance, Light Karaoke, Glowing Masks, and Projection Video Painting, bringing endless joy to every participant.

The Little Giant, which first debuted in 2008, has returned to Place des Terreaux! Through vibrant projections, audiences will follow in the giant’s footsteps to rediscover the wonderful world inside a toy box. This is not only a magical journey but also a profound reflection on poetry and beauty.

This work at the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière features rich 3D animations and a diverse range of vocal performances. Spanning from Giuseppe Verdi to Giacomo Puccini, and from traditional arias to modern choruses, it is a tribute to women. Here, the grandeur and delicacy of art are perfectly integrated.

Have you ever wondered what the beautiful scenes lost in the deep sea might look like? In "Coral Phantoms" at Place de la République, 300 kilograms of discarded fishing nets are given a new lease on life, transformed into fragile yet beautiful coral reefs in the ocean. Lights dance on the water’s surface, as if telling their stories. This is not only a visual feast but also an "environmental love letter" to humanity, urging us to reflect on the future of marine ecosystems.

Can flowers bloom in winter? In Winter Blossoms at Parc de la Tête d’Or, the answer is yes. Those gently swaying "flowers" dance with the wind, their colors unpredictable, as if from an unknown world. Their radiance reflects between the branches, forming a poetic picture. This is not just a beautiful scene—it is more like nature’s gentle question: "How do you view these changes? What do you want to protect?"

At Place Poncet, the cosmos is within arm’s reach! Ten years after its first full exhibition at the same location, Laniakea horizon24 makes a grand return to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Festival of Lights. Its name, mysterious and charming, is derived from Hawaiian, meaning "immense celestial horizon." Inspired by the cosmic map drawn by Lyon-based astrophysicist Hélène Courtois, this work creates a stunning visual spectacle through 1,000 floating light spheres and giant galaxy projections. It immerses audiences as if they were in the vast Milky Way, allowing them to feel the mystery and grandeur of the universe.

As night falls, clusters of glowing "stardust" emerge in the sky above Parc de la Tête d’Or, dancing gently. They evoke the image of fireflies flitting through summer nights, but this time, they aim to awaken our awe for the beauty of nature. At this moment, the fusion of light and music reaches perfect harmony, immersing audiences in a whimsical world filled with gratitude and emotion for nature.