The world's largest philosophy and music festival

This September, HowTheLightGetsIn London 2025 brings the world's greatest thinkers and most exciting performers to the Capital for an unforgettable weekend of dancing, debate, and discovery!

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And don't forget - our next festival is HowTheLightGetsIn Hay 2025 on Monday 23rd - 26th - explore the festival here.

A panel discussion featuring four speakers, with a diverse audience in front, set against a backdrop displaying the letters

The Big Ideas

A vibrant indoor party scene with colorful decorations, disco balls, and dynamic lighting, filled with people dancing under a fabric canopy.

Music & Performance

A group of people, smiling and holding hands, walk through an outdoor festival with colorful flags and tents in the background.

Tickets

Colorful flower sculptures in front of a large, elegant white building with trees and a blue sky in the background.

The HowTheLightGetsIn Story

A smiling young woman wearing a colorful sequin outfit, sunglasses, and decorative jewels on her forehead, standing in a vibrant festival environment.

What People Say

A group of people sitting around a table at a festive dinner, engaged in lively conversation, with soft lighting and decorations creating a warm atmosphere.

Extra Experiences