Light magic in Berlin: 20 years of Festival of Lights celebrate freedom!
Light magic in Berlin: 20 years of Festival of Lights celebrate freedom!
The Festival of Lights 2024: A Festival of Freedom in Berlin
This year the Festival of Lights is celebrating a very special anniversary in the German capital: from October 4th to 13th, the 20th edition of this impressive festival of lights will take place. Under the motto "Celebrating Freedom", the festival will not only immerse the city center into radiant colors, but also focus on an important social topic: freedom.
The meaning of this festival goes beyond the visual splendor. Birgit Zander, the organizer, emphasizes how important freedom is for the individual life of people. "What is more important and nicer than freedom that gives us so many opportunities to shape our lives according to our ideas," said Zander. These thoughts are in the context of the 35th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall and remind us of the precious nature of freedom.
Another highlight of the festival will be a concert by the world -famous DJ Paul van Dyk. On October 8th and 9th, he will have a special light art production in the Berlin Cathedral that is connected to his music. This event, which is entitled "Escape Reality", will offer an impressive fusion of light and sound, in which classics such as "For an Angel" are given a new visual experience.
The festival attracts numerous international artists who present their view of freedom in the form of light art. These works are shown on various landmarks in Berlin and offer visitors the opportunity to deal with the topic in a creative way. The participants also have the chance to win prizes in the categories of audience and jury at the "Festival of Lights Award".
A visit to the festival is free of charge for all interested parties, which is mainly made possible by spacious sponsors such as Lego, SAP and Sparda-Bank Berlin. This is a sign of how much value the city and its partners place on the promotion and accessibility of cultural events.
The ruling mayor of Berlin, Kai Wegner, also appreciated the festival. In his role as patron, he emphasized that freedom should never be taken for granted and that it is important to fight and live them every day. The event is therefore not only a feast for the eyes, but also a powerful memory of the importance of common freedom.
The full program of the festival and all information about the events and partners are available on the official website of the festival. In addition, tickets can already be booked online for the coveted Lightseeing tours, another highlight that lets visitors immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of Berlin's light art.
The organization and implementation of the festival only succeed through the interaction of many partners and supporters, whose commitment and cooperation significantly contribute to the success of the festival. The city of Berlin is again becoming the setting of one of the most popular light art festivals worldwide. Be there and experience a festival that not only illuminates darkness, but also stimulates thought.