GLOW Oirschot

General information

The light festival GLOW is a celebration for your senses and imagination. The upcoming edition, ‘Connect,’ will take place from November 7 to 14, 2026, and is free to visit in Oirschot, Eindhoven, Best, Helmond, and Veldhoven. Will you join us?

In the heart of Oirschot, you can admire light art on buildings full of rich history, and cultural heritage is experienced in a new light. 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 the route along the light art installations, created by international and local artists, especially for and by residents and visitors.

See the 2025 route

Opening hours

  • Eindhoven: Saturday, November 7 to Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 18:30 to 23:00
  • Best, Oirschot, Veldhoven, Lieshout, Helmond: Saturday, November 7 to Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 18:30 to 22:00
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Light artworks

Dream Town | Hugo Vrijdag & GLOW Kids

Eindhoven, Helmond, Oirschot, Best, Veldhoven, Lieshout, 2025

Phenomenon | Maartje Meerman - Oirschot

Oirschot, 2025

a|rp|ay | Philip Ross - Oirschot

Oirschot, 2025

A Trip Down the Rabbit Hole | Studio Toer - Oirschot

Oirschot, 2025

Light Delight | Daniel Margraf - Oirschot

Oirschot, 2025

Fleur | Cédric le Borgne - Oirschot

Oirschot, 2025

Les Fleurs Oubliées | Cindy Lo - Oirschot

Oirschot, 2025

Sitting Boy | Cédric le Borgne - Oirschot

Oirschot, 2025

Flying Man | Cédric le Borgne - Oirschot

Oirschot, 2025

Shadow poems in the brewery of poetry | Shadow Lab – Oirschot

Oirschot, 2025

Plan your visit

The easiest way to get to GLOW Oirschot is by public transport or by bike if the distance allows. Below, you'll find how to visit Oirschot.

Train

Are you coming by train? Great choice! Intercity and local trains stop at Eindhoven Central Station. From there, you can take public transport to Oirschot. Check ns.nl and 9292.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

We recommend coming by bike or on foot whenever possible. There is a bicycle parking area available at the Markt.

Car

Attention! The city center is dedicated to GLOW, and Oirschot 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:

  • P1 – Oirschot Vooruit, Drieterskuil 6-B
  • P2 – Hockeyclub Oirschot, Koningshof 9A
  • P3 – Winkelcentrum De Poort, Harnasweg
  • P4 – Sint Jorisstraat

FAQ

When does GLOW start and finish?

GLOW Best, Lieshout, Oirschot, Helmond and Veldhoven can be visited from Saturday, November 7 through Saturday, November 14, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. You can visit GLOW Eindhoven from Saturday, November 7 through Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

What time does GLOW start?

You can visit all the light artworks in the city center of Eindhoven & Helmond between 6:30 PM and 11:00 PM.

The projects in Oirschot, Best, Veldhoven & Lieshout can be visited between 6:30 PM and 10:00 PM.

Do I need a ticket for GLOW?

No. GLOW is a free light art festival in the public area. 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 with a wheelchair?

There are accessible parking spaces available at the Markt for use with a valid parking permit. In addition, an accessible restroom can be found in Museum De Vier Quartieren, Sint Odulphusstraat 11.

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.

Partners Oirschot

Main partners

Partners

Participate as a municipality

Feel free to request an introduction

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Become a partner of GLOW Oirschot

GLOW exists thanks to special collaborations and tailor-made partnerships

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