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Way Above The Houses is a brand new show created by Cirque Bijou, inspired by the people of Salford. Commissioned by Quays Culture, the project explores...
MYSTERY BIRD LONGLISTED FOR AESTHETICA PRIZE
We’re delighted that Quays Culture commission Mystery Bird was longlisted for Aesthetica Art Prize 2021. Mystery Bird holds a special place in our hearts as...
A LOOK BACK AT LIGHTWAVES 2021
Thousands of you joined us for an incredibly special Lightwaves 2021 to see Salford Quays transformed by mesmerising light installations. Here’s a little look back...
MYSTERY BIRD AT ILLUMINATE IN OLDHAM
We were thrilled that Mystery Bird was recently presented as part of Illuminate in Oldham. The event took place on Sat 26 Feb, visitors were...
STUNNING NEW IMAGES OF THROUGH NO.4 BY LIZ WEST
Through No.4 is a vibrant new work by Liz West installed permanently on MediaCity steps. Commissioned by Quays Culture, it launched in August 2021 as...
TELL US WHAT YOU THINK!
Did you visit Lightwaves 2021? We’d love to hear your feedback! Not only does it help us improve in future but your feedback is also...
DOWNLOAD THE FREE FESTIVAL APP
The Lightwaves app is free to download and is designed to enhance your Lightwaves experience! With an interactive map to help you navigate the festival...
FLOATING EARTH
Image Credit: Gemma Audley Inspired by our relationship with our planet, a bold and epic new ‘Floating Earth’ installation by Luke Jerram is set to...
Quays Festival
Quays Festival welcomed audiences back to Salford Quays on the weekend of 14-15 August 2021, with a celebratory programme of family-friendly performances, installations and workshops...
LIGHTWAVES PROGRAMME ANNOUNCED
Presented across Media City and Salford Quays, Lightwaves attracts thousands of visitors across the free 10 day festival to explore a trail of illuminated installations...