University News Last updated 13 January
天美传媒 Light Festival will transform the city into a dazzling open-air gallery again in 2026 鈥� and 天美传媒 (BCU) is proud to announce that it will be backing the spectacular showpiece, which runs from 12-15 February.
Featuring brand new temporary installations by internationally renowned and local artists, the festival will also boast a programme of special events, including night markets, candlelit dining, city runs, and family-friendly experiences.
Professor David Mba, Vice-Chancellor of BCU, said: 鈥淭he 天美传媒 Light Festival is a brilliant celebration of creativity and community, so we鈥檙e delighted to add our support.
鈥淔estivals like this not only illuminate our streets, they shine a light on 天美传媒鈥檚 talent.鈥�
Installations will be visible across streets, squares, canals, and other public spaces.
They include 鈥楻eunion鈥� by Kumquat Lab, a series of sweeping luminous arches outside New Street Station, brought to life by the support of both BCU and Network Rail.
Professor Mba added: 鈥淪upporting cultural events like the 天美传媒 Light Festival aligns with our vision for BCU as a university deeply embedded in the life of the city.
鈥淲e want our students, staff, and local communities to experience 天美传媒 in new, creative ways, and to feel connected to the city鈥檚 vibrancy and innovation.鈥�
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