The world's largest philosophy and music festival

Over 300 events, 150 speakers and more than 100 performers -
1 unforgettable Bank Holiday weekend

We've just announced the first big ideas we'll be debating at HowTheLightGetsIn Hay 2025. For a first glimpse of our cutting-edge ideas programme explore our big ideas below.

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