Show Features
Show Features
LiGHT isn’t just a trade show made up of rows of exhibitors. It’s a chance for designers, engineers, and architects to really immerse themselves in light, learn more about how light shapes the design industry, and make new connections through our varied features.
ASSOCIATIONS LOUNGE
Sponsored by Studio Due, the lounge acts as a shared space for industry associations including the LIA, ILP, SLL, and IALD to share their ongoing work and information about membership. Located on the Gallery Level, it is open to all registered visitors and exhibitors and provides a comfortable environment off the show floor. It comes complete with complimentary refreshments, networking events and a dedicated talks programme.
TALKS PROGRAMME
[d]arc thoughts, is a highly regarded talks programme curated and moderated by the editorial team behind leading lighting design magazine, arc. Featuring presentations and discussion from leading design experts from a multitude of backgrounds, it is located in a dedicated conference room on the Gallery Level and covers topics from sustainability and circularity, to the business of design, to wellness and health and is a must-attend educational programme for those working in design.
LIGHT ART INSTALLATION
Sponsored by Italian lighting brand formalighting, head to the Gallery Level to experience the show’s light art installation. Introduced in 2024 in collaboration with light artist Frankie Boyle who presented Intra-Spectrum, 2025 saw lighting royalty Speirs Major Light Architecture introduce Re:Vision. 2025 details coming soon.
LiGHT WORK
Head to the Gallery level and you will find a dedicated area for anyone who needs to complete office tasks during the two-day show. Part of the show since its inception, this feature has grown in popularity each year and provides a remote office space complete with dedicated wi-fi, charging points, co-working desk space and complimentary coffee.
LATE NIGHT OPENING
On the opening day of LiGHT – Wednesday 18 November – the show doors stay open until 9pm. Taking on a more relaxed vibe, the late-night allows visitors to take in the latest lighting offerings while catching up with peers and friends. The show floor comes alive as it fills with stand parties, competitions and social spaces, bringing the design industry a space to network and unwind. The late-night bars located around the venue open at 6pm.
LiGHT LUNCH
On Thursday 19 November the Associations Lounge hosts the annual LiGHT Lunch networking event from 1 – 2pm. Free to attend, this is a great space for meeting up with industry peers. This event is sponsored by Studio Due.
