GLOW: all practical info

5 min

28 Oct 2024

From 9 to 16 November, light art festival GLOW shines its light on Eindhoven ... and surrounding villages. This edition, you can enjoy the beloved walking route as always. We listed all the practical info for a fantastic GLOW experience!

Do I need a ticket?

GLOW is free, so you don't need a ticket.

Where is GLOW this year?

In short: Throughout the whole city and in a couple of surrounding towns: You can get a glimpse of GLOW in Oirschot, Best and Helmond. The main attraction, however, is still the route through the heart of Eindhoven, where buildings, rooftops, and parks become stunning light artworks. You can start anywhere on the route, though De Markt (or one of the other starting points) makes for a convenient beginning.

When is GLOW?

For a whole week you can enjoy GLOW: from Saturday, November 9, to Saturday, November 16. Now that it's winter time, the sun already sets around 17:00, but only when it's lovely and dark does GLOW come into its own. Therefore, the light artworks shine from 18:30 to 23:00. In Oirschot, Best and Helmond, the artworks shine from 18:30 to 22:00.

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What's on the program?

The GLOW route, of course! You can explore it on your own or add an extra layer of fun. Try a Walking Dinner, a culinary tour that treats all your senses along the way. Want to know what the absolute highlights are this year or which works are the most fun for kids? We have gathered all the tips you need.

Can I see everything on foot?

The entire route is about five kilometers long, so it should be easily walkable. If you walk through in one go and see all the artworks, you will be on your way for about three hours. Instead, stop for a short break while walking? Then check out our tips for food and drinks.

Can I get a map?

You can find a handy digital map on the GLOW website. Prefer a paper version? It is available at the two information points: Tourist Information Eindhoven/VVV at Stationsplein (in the station hall opposite the Jumbo) and at the GLOW info containers at Wilhelminaplein and Stationsplein.

Practical info about your visit to Eindhoven

Travelling to and from Eindhoven

Eindhoven has two stations, Eindhoven Central Station and Station Strijp-S. You check your journey via the Journey Planner on ns.nl or Google Maps.

All roads lead to ... Eindhoven. From Amsterdam/Utrecht you drive to Eindhoven via the A2, from Rotterdam/Tilburg via the A58, from Antwerp via the A67 and from Arnhem/Nijmegen via the A50. Here, you will find all the parking facilities in the city.

Good to know: during GLOW a number of roads in the center are closed. So keep an eye on the detour signs, or use public transport!

Staying overnight

Would you like to stay a little longer in Eindhoven? We can see why! Stay the night in one of the lovely hotels or B&Bs available. You'll find all the accommodation you need on our accommodation page.

Eating & drinking

Eindhoven has numerous restaurants, cafés and bars. Ideal for a short or long break. Not sure where to go? Check out our tips for eating & drinking or visit one of the GLOW-hosts!