River of Light Accessibility Guide

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River of Light is returning to Liverpool and is set to illuminate the city centre across 10 nights from Friday 23 October to Sunday 1 November between 4pm and 9pm every night.


The event will showcase 13 artworks from of the best local, national, and international light artists across the city centre. The installations will include a mix of brand-new, never-before-seen commissions as well as existing artworks which have not been on display on Liverpool’s waterfront before.

The theme of this year’s FREE event is 'Together'.


Quiet Hour Sessions will take place on 28 October and 1 November between 4pm-5pm. 

Download the River of Light 2026 Accessibility Guide

Travelling to Liverpool

Travelling to Liverpool is accessible and straightforward, with direct train routes to Liverpool Lime Street and a diverse mix of destinations coming directly into Liverpool John Lennon Airport. Additionally, Liverpool City Region is well-connected to the UK motorway network, with various motorways leading you directly into the City Centre.

Travel Information

Where to stay

Liverpool prides itself on its vast choice of accommodation – from luxury big brands to independent hotels and quirky BnB’s – you can rest easy when you come to this city. And the majority of the accommodation in Liverpool and the city region provide great accessibility features. Below is just a snapshot of some of the hotels and the amount of accessible rooms that they have in their property. 

*Partially accessible rooms have no walk in shower facility but have a bath with rails instead.

4* and 5* accessible accommodation

3* accessible accommodation

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Travelodge - Strand

Fully accessible rooms - 9 Partially accessible rooms - 0

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Travelodge - Central

Fully accessible rooms - 5 Partially accessible rooms - 0

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Travelodge - Exchange St

Fully accessible rooms - 7 Partially accessible rooms - 0

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Travelodge - Docks

Fully accessible rooms - 2 Partially accessible room - 0

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Travelodge - John Lennon Airport

Fully accessible rooms - 5 Partially accessible rooms - 0

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Travelodge - Edge Lane

Fully accessible rooms - 4 Partially accessible rooms - 0

Changing Places Toilet Facilities

Changing places toilet facilities are available at the below locations

  • World Museum - William Brown Street L3 8EN
  • Museum of Liverpool - Mann Island L3 1DG
  • Everyman Theatre - Hope Street L1 9BH
  • Liverpool ONE - Wall Street L1 8JQ

For more information on Changes Places toilet facilities in Liverpool and specific opening times, please visit their website.

River of Light 2026 Artwork Map 

Full River of Light Programme

A large illuminated inflatable sculpture glows in shades of red, pink and white in a city square at night. Visitors stand beneath its arched structure, while historic buildings and tall street lamps frame the artwork against the dark sky.

Unity

Unity pays tribute to the essential role of community in our existence. Rising proudly at 7 metres…

A glowing circular light sculpture made up of dozens of illuminated bulbs radiates from a central hub above a reflective water feature. Set within a landscaped urban plaza at dusk, the artwork stands in front of a curved glass-fronted building, with trees and soft lighting surrounding the installation.

Paradigm

Paradigm explores the idea of togetherness by challenging perception, responsibility, and the quiet…

A tall illuminated tower made up of colourful vertical light panels glows on Liverpool’s waterfront at dusk. Standing on a reflective base, the geometric sculpture shines in shades of yellow, green, pink and blue, creating a vibrant focal point against the evening sky and surrounding riverside setting.

Colour Rush

Colour Rush stands as a bold and vibrant light beacon that showcases intricate colour relationships…

Two large glowing inflatable figures with cartoon-style eyes appear suspended between the columns of a grand historic building at night. The illuminated white sculptures contrast against the dark sky, while warm orange light shines through the building’s windows, creating a playful and dramatic light installation.

The Anooki

The Anooki are two playful characters, a boy and a girl who are inseparable. Together, they overcome…

Visitors gather in a city square at night surrounded by illuminated flower-shaped light sculptures. Bright blue, purple and white projections fill the space with sparkling patterns and beams of light, creating an immersive outdoor artwork against a backdrop of historic buildings and glowing windows.

Flower Power

Spectaculaires proposes Flower Power, a poetic and luminous installation inspired by its signature…

A series of large illuminated circular installations line a modern city plaza at night, glowing with animated digital displays and creating an interactive light trail against a backdrop of glass-fronted office buildings.

LOOP

LOOP is an interactive installation composed of six giant zoetropes that bring short flipbook-style…

A colourful light installation features a row of illuminated gift boxes in a city square at night, each with a glowing object emerging from the top. Historic buildings and shopfronts are lit in the background, while vibrant green, orange, pink and red lights reflect across the pavement.

POP!

POP! by Gentilhomme is an interactive installation made up of five monoliths hiding playful…

A large illuminated sculpture resembling a flock of sheep forms a glowing white cloud in a city square at night, with individual sheep heads and legs extending from the installation.

Dream Herd

Dream Herd is a playful and interactive installation, offering a tongue-in-cheek interpretation of…

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