The world's largest philosophy and music festival

HowTheLightGetsIn Hay 2025 is a glorious Bank Holiday weekend of big ideas set on the beautiful banks of the River Wye.

Boutique Yurts and luxury glamping accommodation options are now available to book, along with Earlybird Festival Tickets.

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The HowTheLightGetsIn Story

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The Big Ideas

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Tickets

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Extra Experiences

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Music & Performance