GLOW Helmond

General information

The light festival GLOW is a celebration for your senses and imagination. The upcoming edition, The Light, will take place from November 8 to 15, 2025, and is free to visit in Eindhoven, Oirschot, Best, Helmond, and Veldhoven. Will you join us?

With striking locations such as Theater Het Speelhuis, the Carp Houses, and the castle, Helmond provides a surprising backdrop for an unforgettable light art experience. The route is a place where people come together and share experiences. From young to old, national to international, GLOW creates shared moments and memories. Walk approximately three kilometers along twelve light art installations, created by international and local artists, especially for and by residents and visitors.

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Opening hours

  • Eindhoven: Saturday, November 8 to Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 18:30 to 23:00
  • Best, Oirschot, Helmond, Veldhoven: Saturday, November 8 to Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 18:30 to 22:00
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Light artworks

Step into the Light

2016

Sediments - Casa Magica

2024, 2024

Monolith rising - Daniel Margraf

2024

Plan your visit

The easiest way to get to GLOW Helmond is by public transport or by bike if the distance allows. See below for how to visit Helmond.

Train

Are you coming by train? Great choice! Both sprinter and intercity trains stop at Helmond Central Station. GLOW is signposted at the station, so you can easily start the route from there. Check ns.nl and ov9292.nl for the latest travel information.

City bus

Surrounding villages and areas often have a timetable to Eindhoven Central Station. Check 9292ov.nl for relevant travel information.

Bike Helmond

Helmond has several bike racks. Park at one of these bike racks to directly follow the GLOW route.

Car

Attention! The city center is dedicated to GLOW, and Helmond will not be as easily accessible by car during these days. Are you coming by car anyway? Then please be aware of traffic congestion. Parts of the city center will be closed during GLOW between 18:00 and 23:00.

Where is the best place to park?

Coming by car? You can park at one of these locations:

FAQ

When does GLOW start and finish?

You can visit all the light artworks in the city center of Eindhoven from Saturday, November 8th, up to and including Saturday, November 15th, 2025, between 6:30 PM and 11:00 PM. The projects in the municipalities can be visited from Saturday, November 8th, up to and including Saturday, November 15th, 2025, between 6:30 PM and 10:00 PM.

What time does GLOW start?

You can visit all the light artworks in the city center of Eindhoven from Saturday, November 8th, to Saturday, November 15th, 2023, between 6:30 PM and 11:00 PM. The projects in the municipalities can be visited from Saturday, November 8th, to Saturday, November 15th, 2023, between 6:30 PM and 10:00 PM.

Do I need a ticket for GLOW?

GLOW is a free light art festival in the public areas of Eindhoven. The city will be illuminated with large and small light art projects that are linked together along a walking route through the city. The artworks are created by national and international light artists and for everyone to visit.

Is GLOW accessible for wheelchairs?

The GLOW route is fully wheelchair accessible. For more information on (disabled) parking spaces, restrooms, water refill stations, rest areas, and shelters, please refer to the Accessibility Map from the Municipality of Eindhoven.

Can I follow the GLOW route by bike or scooter?

The route of GLOW follows the public road as much as possible. We recommend to walk the route, it’s only 5 kilometers. If you do come by bike, take the traffic around you into account.

 

I live on the GLOW route and my road is closed, where can I find more information?

Daily, from 18:00 to 23:00, several roads in the city center will be closed to through traffic. If you live directly in the event area, you will receive a letter from GLOW with information on how to best reach your home. Questions? Email to

Can I contribute to GLOW as an entrepreneur?

Absolutely! Check out the partnerships page here or send an email directly with your proposal or question to wieteke@gloweindhoven.nl.

Press information

GLOW has international allure, and that’s something worth writing about. It’s an excellent opportunity for the press to view and discover new artists and light art projects. Members of the press are also welcome at GLOW for reports and interviews.

Questions from the press can be submitted by sending an e-mail to pers@gloweindhoven.nl, stating which press medium you work for and how you would like to highlight GLOW Eindhoven. Looking for press material? Visit this page for press images.

Participate as a municipality

Feel free to request an introduction.

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Become a partner of GLOW Helmond too

GLOW exists thanks to special collaborations and tailor-made partnerships.

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