Light Festival

Light Festival

16/01/2026 - 31/01/2026

Light Festival

This winter, experience a true light spectacle at Museumpark Archeon during the Light Festival!

The park is transformed into a magical light experience for all ages. Be carried through the centuries as our Archeo-interpreters tell stories that bring history to life. Walk past impressive light installations and spectacular projections on the historic buildings of Archeon, embarking on an enchanting journey through time.

Light Festival 2025: The Silk Route

This year, the Light Festival takes you on a magical journey along the Silk Route—the ancient trade routes that connected East and West. Discover how silk has been intertwined with our history for centuries, from its mysterious discovery in the Far East to the arrival of this precious fabric in the Roman Empire.

Follow the route of travelers and merchants who transported silk. Be enchanted by light, sound, and wonder as you walk through the atmospherically illuminated Archeon, where every step reveals a part of this remarkable route.

Begin in Prehistory and discover how our early ancestors lived and worked. Then step into the world of the Romans, where the splendor and grandeur of the Roman Empire come alive. End your journey in the Middle Ages, a time of knights, crafts, and breathtaking legends.

Don’t miss it and experience an unforgettable evening at Archeon, where history and magic come together under a sky full of light. See you at Archeon, where the winter months shine with adventure and discovery!

Practical information

The Light Festival can be visited on selected evenings in December 2025 and January 2026.

  • January: 23 & 24, 30 & 31

The Light Festival starts at 18:00 and runs until 21:30.

Please note: during the Light Festival, a discounted rate of €17.50 applies for Museum Card and VriendenLoterij VIP Card holders. This discount also applies to tickets purchased via third parties (such as Tripper, Postcode Lottery, and Vakantieveilingen).

Please note: tickets for the Light Festival must be purchased separately. Visiting Archeon during the day as well? Wonderful! Just make sure to purchase tickets for both daytime admission and the Light Festival.

Discount cards, such as the Museum Card, are valid only once per day as an admission ticket. It is not possible to use them for both daytime admission and the Light Festival.

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