Renowned light artists, Studio Vertigo will bring their colourful and fun installation to the harbourside, and it is sure to capture the imagination of those that see it. ‘End Over End’ is a gigantic illuminated slinky toy that lights up to create the familiar flowing movement of the nostalgic toy. It’s size and scale will make visitors feel like they’ve entered a playroom in the land of giants as they watch each coil ‘slink’ down Cascade Steps and heads towards the harbour’s water.

Lucy McDonnell and Stephen Newby, Studio Vertigo’s co-founders, design light installations that transform the daily environment, and their creations have featured at countless events and festivals across the UK and internationally.

One of 2020’s most popular installations, ‘Neighbours’, is making an exciting return and this year it will tell a new tale. For 2022, the collaborative installation by four Bristol-based graffiti artists and illustrators will create artworks that will surround the window of Banksy’s famous Well Hung Lover on Park Street and offer a peek into the lives of those living next door.

‘Neighbours’ will be a celebration of Bristol’s residents and how we interact with each other as a diverse community, whilst exploring the unique relationship we all have had with our homes over the pandemic.

International light artist Parker Heyl will bring his playful installation ‘Office Party’ to Bristol for the first time, taking over the Vertigo building in the Redcliffe & Temple area.

‘Office Party’ comes from the playful idea that our workspaces may come to life in our absence, using sequenced light choreography to make the while building dance after the workers have gone home.

Owners of the Vertigo building, Workforce Development Trust, and one of its resident businesses Boccard, will be providing their office windows for the installation that can be seen on Cheese Lane Shot Tower.

A playful new commission that will bring out the inner child in everyone will feature at College Green and is sure to be a big hit with families and friends visiting the festival.

Bristol-based company, Tired Industries will create a collection of light up musical swings allowing visitors to swing alongside one another in a fun and interactive way. Music and light will be triggered by the swinging motion and play in sync with one another, featuring music that celebrates Bristol’s rich history. The piece is powered by cutting edge technology and will be a joyful way to play in the city. ‘Swing Song’ is an addition to this year’s programme following a successful grant from the Arts Council England, the piece is one of the daytime commissions which is also powered by movement.