We are so excited to announce the theme for HowTheLightGetsIn London 2026: Winners and Losers in an Age of Uncertainty ⚖️ Join us now for an unforgettable weekend in Hampstead Heath, London this September 19th-20th - unmissable debates, world-leading speakers, hilarious comedy, electrifying music, and much, much more! 💡 Tap the link to secure your spot! 🎟️ howthelightgetsin.org/festiv…

For a limited time only, presale tickets for HowTheLightGetsIn Hay 2027 are on sale! Tap here to secure your festival tickets at their best price, and keep an eye out for more announcements on what Hay 27 will have to offer... howthelightgetsin.org/festiv…

Missing HowTheLightGetsIn festival already? (So are we!) 😢 If you're still looking for your regular philosophy fix, you can explore our catalogue of videos from past festivals by subscribing to The Institute of Art and Ideas with a limited festival offer now! Head to iai.tv to find out more, and look out for your favourite London debates and talks being released over the coming months too... 👀

To everyone who joined us at this year’s festival — thank you. Whether you came for the debates, the music, the comedy, the books, or simply to soak up the atmosphere, we’re so grateful you chose to spend your weekend with us. 🥰 Your curiosity, conversations, and laughter brought the festival to life. It’s your energy that makes HowTheLightGetsIn such a special space, and we couldn’t do it without you! Until next time, thank you for being part of it 💛 If you are already looking out for your next HowTheLightGetsIn fix - keep your eyes peeled for all things HTLGI Hay very soon!

It's a rave review from physicist Daniel Whiteson who spoke on two panels with us at #HTLGI London this weekend! 😲 We're so grateful for all the big ideas our speakers shared, and it doesn't end here! Keep following along for updates on our next festival coming soon... 🤫

🌟 That’s a to another incredible HowTheLightGetsIn London festival — and what an extraordinary few days it’s been. A heartfelt thank you to all our incredible speakers for bringing your ideas, insights, and energy to the stage. From challenging debates to thought-provoking talks, none of it would have been possible without your brilliance. We’re so grateful to have shared this space with such a wide range of thinkers, artists, writers, and change-makers — and we hope you all left feeling as inspired as we did. Until next time! 💡 Keep an eye out for more info on our upcoming HTLGI festival next May set against the stunning Black Mountains of Hay-on-Wye in Wales! 👀

That’s a wrap on #HTLGI26 💫 Two unforgettable days of ideas, music, sunshine, and late-night dancing — and most importantly, you! To every speaker, performer, thinker, and festival-goer: thank you for making it magical. Until next time ✨🧠🎪

We're delighted to welcome Thangam Debbonaire back to HTLGI, and it sounds like she's had a great time so far too! 🤩 Catch her again later today in "The monster in the machine" with Catherine Liu and Frank Furedi.

Some late-night highlights from HowTheLightGetsIn Festival! ✨ We've been dancing to Patrick Wolf, Prima Queen, and the Turbans - laughing hard with Harriet Kemsley and Alfie Dundas 😍 …And there’s still plenty more to come this afternoon!

What a great first day of HowTheLightGetsIn! ✨ Here are a few of our thought-provoking hat discussions 🤔 We've already been treated to excellent debates, music, and more. But don't worry if you missed day one - day tickets for Sunday are still available on the door!

After a busy day at #HTLGI26, day 2 is just as packed with fiery debates, challenging talks, and groovy beats to dance the evening away! 💡 Have you planned out what events you're going to today? 🤩 Why not try out one of the inner circles Philosophy brunches! Tap the link now to book the last remaining slots from our programme! howthelightgetsin.org/festiv…

Bold ideas, fascinating talks, and challenging debates 💡 Check out Nicola Sturgeon, John Bolton, and Malcolm Rifkind in “Winning and losing on the global stage” 👀 With plenty more to come this weekend, #HTLGI26 is here to change the way you think about the world, the universe and everything in between 🌎🎤 Missed out on Saturday Tickets? There's still time to lock in your spot for another spectacular day tomorrow - tap the link in bio to lock in your spot for Sunday Day Tickets now!

We can't wait to get stuck into our incredible music lineup getting ready to take to the stage tonight! ✨ With stunning acoustics from headliner Patrick Wolf, rising-stars Prima Queen taking to the stage, and finishing off the day dancing long into the night with The Turbans who are you most looking forward to! 🪩 Don't forget - there's STILL TIME to come along and join us for the evening today, with Party Tickets granting site access for all headliners from 6:30PM! Head to the link to lock in your tickets now! howthelightgetsin.org/festiv…

It's day 1 and we are getting straight into it with Louis Theroux diving into the Cult of the Internet at 11:45 and Gillian Tett going head-to-head with Jeremy Hunt at 10:30. 💡 What are you most looking forward to getting stuck into today? 🌟 Tap the link to check out the programme! howthelightgetsin.org/festiv…

With a packed weekend in store featuring world-leading speakers, big ideas, and late-night dancing, the countdown is officially on as we focus on the finishing touches around the #HTLGI26 festival site! ✨🤩 Here's a sneak peek of some of our tents 👀 We can’t wait to welcome you to a weekend of philosophy, music, and unforgettable moments! 💫🎪

The iconic flowers are up 🗣️🗣️ After a year of waiting, HowTheLightGetsIn Festival is officially BACK in Hampsted Heath! In less than a day’s time, the site will be packed with speakers, musicians, comedians, and you! 🙌 We can't wait to welcome you very soon... Secure the final few tickets now if you haven't already.

Coming this Saturday! @HTLGIFestival I'll be giving a full talk on "The Blind Spot. Why Science Cannot Ignore Human Experience". Science works find but the metaphysics that gets pinned to it needs a big old update. See you there!

Looking forward to taking part in this festival on Saturday. They are always fun and stimulating!

Tomorrow HowTheLightGetsIn London 2026 officially starts! 🪩 Prepare yourself for a whirlwind weekend of mind-expanding talks and debates, plus spellbinding music and hilarious comedy - a final summer festival weekend you're never going to forget is just about to ignite 🚀 Only a handful of Day Tickets remain - tap the link to join us in Hampstead Heath tomorrow! 🎟️ howthelightgetsin.org/festiv…

#HTLGI26 is just around the corner 👀 When you arrive on site you will be able to buy our festival programme - your go-to guide for a weekend to remember of non-stop bold debates and and electrifying sounds ✨ Make sure to get yourself a copy so you don't miss out on all of the incredible back-to-back events we've got lined up! howthelightgetsin.org/

Putting in the finishing touches for #HTLGI26 🤩 Tap the link to check out all of the fascinating debates and talks we have from the world's leading thinkers this upcoming weekend! 🙌 howthelightgetsin.org/festiv… Take a break from the action to have a wander around the gorgeous grounds and soak up the calm in the stunning surroundings of Hampstead Heath.