Canary Wharf Winter Lights
London, Greater London
About Canary Wharf Winter Lights
OMG! Canary Wharf Winter Lights is back for 2025, and it’s the perfect family-friendly event to brighten up those dark winter evenings! Packed with stunning light displays, interactive installations, and plenty of fun for all ages, it’s an unmissable winter day out.
Ready to experience the magic?
Top Things To Do at Canary Wharf Winter Lights
Marvel at 12 Spectacular Light Displays that are sure to leave your family in awe! Here's just some of the stunning installations you'll be able to see:
- - Towering Bathtub Light Tower: A stack of bathtubs pulsing with captivating light and sound—an unmissable spectacle!
- - Tornado of Lights at Westferry Circus: Be mesmerised by a dazzling tornado of lights orbiting a pylon in this stunning display.
- - Sari Fabric and Luminous Threads at Wren Landing: Immerse yourself in vibrant panels of sari fabric interwoven with glowing threads.
- - Iridescent Mirage on Montgomery Square: Dazzle your senses with a shimmering mirage of light that appears almost otherworldly.
- - Portal and Bird in Flight at Wood Wharf: Step through a glowing portal and experience a dynamic installation featuring a bird in flight.
- - Wide Sink hole at Eden Dock: Marvel at a massive 20m-wide sink hole surrounded by glowing light - a breathtaking way to end your trail.
Don't forget to download the map, so you can see exactly where to go!
Feeling peckish after exploring those interactive installations? Don't worry! There plenty of cafes, bars and restaurants serving delicious food, refreshing cocktails, hot drinks and soft drinks. Make sure to check out the Food Market at Harbour Quay Gardens! You'll find Mexican dishes, gourmet burgures, hot meals and freshly made hot doughnuts!
Why We Recommend Canary Wharf Winter Lights
Canary Wharf Winter Lights showcases spectacular light installations that will set winter evenings aglow! It runs for a limited time, so we'd recommend heading down to experience the gorgeously lit-up art installations.
What are you waiting for? Bundle up, grab the kids, and head out for a sparkling adventure the whole family will love.
- Temporary installations with themes of black holes, portals and mirages
- Enjoy delicious snacks, sweet treats and hearty meals as part of the experience
- Conveniently located at Canary Wharf, London
Our Favourite Activity:
Wandering around Canary Wharf is always a super fun activity to do when you're in London! But with the Canary Wharf Winter Lights, your casual strolls become instantly more magical and awe-inspiring!
12 Light Installations!
Marvel at 12 temporary light installations with themes of black holes, portals and mirages. It's sure to leave your whole family in awe!
Lots of Food and Drinks To Enjoy During The Trail!
Nothing beats walking around a magical light trail with some incredibly delicious snacks! Head over to the food market for a range of hot and cold food and drinks. There's also a bunch of cafes and restaurants nearby, so there really is something for everyone!
Facilities
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Opening Times
- Monday, 17:00 - 22:00
- Tuesday, 17:00 - 22:00
- Wednesday, 17:00 - 22:00
- Thursday, 17:00 - 22:00
- Friday, 17:00 - 22:00
- Saturday, 17:00 - 22:00
- Sunday, 17:00 - 22:00
Open from Tuesday 21st January – Saturday 1st February!
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : Free
- Adult (17-18+) : Free
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Food & Drink
Contact Details
Canary Wharf
London
Greater London
E14 4AP
England
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