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Illuminate Art & Light Experience

Have a look at Kentucky’s newest art and light experience, Illuminate! This brand new event happening October 3 – 5 will light up downtown with some of the most unique and one-of-a-kind art experiences! With 14 unique immersive experiences, Illuminate offers something for every age and interest, making it the perfect event for the whole family. Let’s not forget that this unique experience is FREE! 

From stunning displays to interactive exhibits, there’s so much waiting to be explored. Here’s a sneak peek at just a few installations that are sure to brighten your world!

LuminiMax created by Alan Parkinson 

This immersive experience is visually captivating. You can expect to go through a whirlwind of emotions and senses. Light and color can be seen in a magical way throughout this exhibit! The LuminiMax exhibit will be the only exhibit at Illuminate that will open at 2 PM – 10 PM on Friday and 1 PM – 10 PM on Saturday and Sunday!

Loophole created by Calidos Visionary Team 

The visionary team at Calidos is bringing this amazing art piece to the riverfront. Loophole is an interactive spiral of light that includes metal circles that shape a half torrid and create an endless nighttime light animation. This art piece is known around the world.

Illuminate Drone Show 

Get ready for a sky full of wonder! Be mesmerized by 300 synchronized drones taking flight over the river! For 15 minutes each night at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM, you can experience a choreographed drone show to amazing music. This show transforms the night with light painting, dynamic patterns, and iconic shapes, in harmony with a fun soundtrack!