Colour & Light is a large-scale projection that will transform the Eye of York, revealing the rogues, rebels and legendary figures who have shaped York’s history.
You can visit York’s Colour & Light 2026 show every evening from now until 22nd February. The show takes place on the front façade of Clifford’s Tower and York Castle Museum, where a choreographed projection will showcase York’s historical past, including a number of legends, rebels, and rogues.
The Colour & Light Show
There is something for everyone to see! You will find Mad Alice, Moonlight Moggie, Eric Bloodaxe, and the Filey Brigg Dragon in the show. Equally, Mary Bateman, the Cottingley Fairies, Swift Nick, and some Roman Legion Ghosts make an appearance too. Plus, the infamous Dick Turpin, Wild Men of York, Gladiators of York, Barghest, and of course there’s Guy Fawkes.
The exciting show runs for just 10-minutes before it loops and it starts over, making sure that you can see it more than once if you would like.
The Show Dates & Timings
Every night between 6pm and 9pm, you can watch the projections for free — no tickets required. People of all ages can marvel at the rebels of the past and their stories, folklore, tall tales, and myths. Just come along and enjoy the spectacular show with your family and friends.
Colour & Light is proudly brought to you by York BID, in partnership with York Museums Trust, English Heritage and Double Take Projections. Colour & Light 2026 is funded by the York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority. Both the 2026 and 2027 Colour & Light is supported by David Skaith, Mayor of York.
To find out more about Colour & Light 2026 visit The York Bid website. Moreover, find out more detail about each of the rebels, rogues and legends that are featured within the projection.
Image Credit: York Bid (main feature image) and H&N’s Rachel McAlley (all other images)
