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HowTheLightGetsIn Festival

The world's largest ideas and music festival, hosted by @instituteofartandideas 🌎💡
Join us next in Hay-on-Wye, May 22nd-25th!

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Gather 'round... the big #HTLGI26 lineup is finally here! 🎊

The brightest minds and boldest voices come together for a Bank Holiday weekend you won’t forget. 🌞🎪

See you there!


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It's been a busy few days at the HowTheLightGetsIn Festival site, but we're almost ready to welcome you!

In just under a day's time, these tents will be home to debates and talks featuring Jeremy Corbyn, Cory Doctorow, and Gillian Tett, music from Damian Lewis, and comedy from Tom Rosenthal... alongside many more!

Check out our full programme through the link in our bio to plan your weekend.


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It’s looking to be a beautiful weekend here at HowTheLightGetsIn Festival! ☀️

The sun is out, the flowers are up, and the Helter skelter awaits…

There’s still time to lock in the final few tickets to enjoy an excellent weekend in Hay-on-Wye! Tap the link in our bio to find out more.


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It’s looking to be a beautiful weekend here at HowTheLightGetsIn Festival! ☀️

The sun is out, the flowers are up, and the Helter skelter awaits…

There’s still time to lock in the final few tickets to enjoy an excellent weekend in Hay-on-Wye! Tap the link in our bio to find out more.


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Minna Salami, Kathleen Stock,Mary Harrington and Lucy Jones go head-to-head in our debate “Gender equality and the freedom trap” at HowTheLightGetsIn Festival this weekend!

They’ll be tackling the controversial issue of where traditional gender roles fit into the 21st century.

Tap the link in our bio to secure the final few tickets for this and many more unmissable debates in Hay-on-Wye!

In partnership with Theos. @theosthinktank


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Putting in the finishing touches for #HTLGI26 🤩

Tap the link in our bio to check out all of the fascinating debates and talks we have from the world's leading thinkers this upcoming weekend! 🙌


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Tomorrow HowTheLightGetsIn Hay 2026 officially starts! 🪩

Prepare yourself for a whirlwind weekend of mind-expanding talks and debates, plus spellbinding music and hilarious comedy - a Spring Bank Holiday you're never going to forget is just about to ignite 🚀

Only a couple of Tickets remain - tap the link in bio to join us in Hay tomorrow! 🎟️


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Don’t miss this fiery debate at HowTheLightGetsIn Festival next weekend!

Religion is making a return to politics. Across multiple contexts and traditions, faith, identity, and moral authority are shaping public life in ways not seen for decades.

Join Nick Spencer, James Orr, Mary Ann Sieghart, and Yasmin Alibhai-Brown to debate what the new role of religion in government will look like.

Tap the link in our bio to get your tickets while they last!

In partnership with Theos. @theosthinktank


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Hay-on-Wye is buzzing and ready for a spectacular weekend of #HTLGI26! 🌞 The tents are up, and the ferris wheel awaits...

It's not too late to get involved! Whether it’s a day ticket or a flexi pass, you can still join the fun now - head to the link in our bio to find out more.


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Excited for Our First Build of 2026!

Big thanks to How the Light Gets In Hay 2026 for having us! Really looking forward to the festival this weekend.

This is our first build of the year, and it couldn’t have gone any better. We’re super excited for what’s next and can’t wait to bring everyone along on this journey!

#festival #festivalseason #marquee #luxurymarquee


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Its all systems go here in Hay as we finish the final touches on setting up the festival grounds.

We can't wait to have you down!

What's your plan for the weekend? All day debates? Parties and performances? Luckily we've got a great mix of both- see you there in two days time!

Final few tickets available in our bio.


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Now's your last chance to secure Weekend Festival Tickets for HowTheLigthGetsIn Hay 2026! 🤩

We're expecting the last few remaining tickets to sell out shortly - make your Spring Bank Holiday one to remember and join us this weekend in Hay! 💡

Tap the link in bio to lock in one of the last tickets now!


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HowTheLightGetsIn Festival is just around the corner!

Here’s what you need to know about getting to the beautiful town of Hay-on-Wye:

Car: Head for HR3 5BZ, between Brecon and Hereford off the A438. Head to our site to book your parking space.
Train/ bus: The nearest railway station is Hereford, about twenty miles away. The T14 bus which runs regularly will then take you to Hay-on-Wye.

Head to our website through our bio to learn more. See you there!


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