Shakespeare Primary School pupils help light up Leeds for dazzling event

Bright ideas from primary school pupils in Lincoln green will be part of the city’s biggest annual cultural event this month.

Creative concepts cooked up by the city’s youngsters will be showcased during October’s dazzling Light Night Leeds, which this year seeks to engage more people across the city than ever before.

Sponsored by Northern Powergrid, Light Night Leeds is working with four local primary schools inspiring the next generation of light artists.

Guided by artist Gemma Wood, children are asked to design the most imaginative artwork using light, without being hampered by practical restrictions.

The designs by children at Armley Park, Little London Academy, Park View and Shakespeare primary schools will be shown at Wellington Place during Light Night Leeds.

With the theme of Landmarks, this year’s event will celebrate some of the city’s historic civic buildings, modern architecture and public spaces as well as asking visitors to contemplate their own personal landmarks and the places which are important and memorable to them.

The people of Leeds have also contributed to several artworks to be displayed during the event, which is happening on October 22 and 23.

Councillor Salma Arif, Leeds City Council’s executive member for adult social care, active lifestyles and culture, said: “This year everyone in Leeds can get involved in Light Night Leeds, whether they are able to attend or not.

“It’s great to see children participating and even showcasing some of their work at the event, as well as having so many of our residents being part of the actual artworks.

“As always, we are looking forward to one the biggest cultural events of the year.”

Light Night Leeds 2025 takes place across the city on October 22 and 23 from 6pm to 10pm. Visit the website and follow Light Night Leeds on social media for more information.