Now firmly established as one of the resort’s most anticipated autumn highlights, the festival draws thousands of visitors every year to experience its immersive atmosphere.
Running from October 15 to November 1, Lightpool transforms the town with a vibrant mix of light-based art installations, 3D projections and family-friendly entertainment across multiple indoor and outdoor venues.
It runs alongside the world-famous Blackpool Illuminations, which stretch for six miles along the Promenade and continue to sparkle until January 4, 2026.
Take a look below at some of the most eye-catching displays as this year’s festival bursts into life:
7. Lightpool Festival 2025
With an extraordinary collection of national and international light installations, and the debut of over 12 brand new artworks, this year’s event promises to be the most visually stunning Lightpool Festival yet! | National World
8. Lightpool Festival 2025. Tiffany Lamp
Re-imagined for Lightpool, an original feature from the Tiffany Delights roadway section, one of the most expensive and magnificent roadway features designed by Graham Ogden; comprising 24 Tiffany inspired features first installed in 1999. | National World
9. Lightpool Festival 2025. Figures.
Figures is the latest installation produced by the collective, which reinvents itself using wood as a primary material. Figures is a succession of 48 wooden slabs laid in an unbalanced fashion. | National World
10. Lightpool Festival 2025. Blackpool Wings.
Community engagement is a key part of the festival, local schools and community organisations are involved and engaged through projects with a diverse array of artists and local stakeholders. | National World
11. Lightpool Festival 2025. Phenix
Phenix. In reference to the mythological animal, this bird takes the form and dress of multiple endangered species. | National World
12. Lightpool Festival 2025. Figures.
Cllr Lynn Williams, Leader of Blackpool Council, said: “Heritage trams are a huge part of our history, and it’s wonderful to see them back on the tracks for Lightpool. This event really captures what makes Blackpool special - its mix of history, innovation and family fun.” | National World