New College Durham (NCD) was thrilled to host a special evening celebration of Lumiere 2025.
For over a decade, Lumiere has brought light, creativity, and community to Durham, transforming the city's streets, bridges, and buildings into stunning displays of imagination and innovation. At NCD, we are proud to share the spirit of Lumiere — nurturing creativity, celebrating talent, and inspiring future possibilities.
This year, as we marked the ninth Lumiere event since its 2009 debut, the evening was filled with joy and reflection. The joy came from knowing Lumiere continues to create unforgettable memories, forge new connections, and foster a deep pride in our city and its people. During the panel discussion, the positive impact of learning and participation was a key theme and as our students demonstrated, Lumiere not only sparks creativity but also opens doors to new possibilities and ignites imaginations.
As the future of Lumiere evolves, we are reminded of the event's foundations of skill, collaboration, and care — values that resonate deeply with our students and staff. From our Travel and Tourism students welcoming guests, to our music students providing the soundtrack for the evening, from our media and photography students capturing the magic, to our catering and hospitality students delighting guests with delicious treats — Lumiere truly embodies learning in action.
As we look forward to another incredible November of light, we also look back on our years of participation with immense pride and gratitude. We thank everyone — our dedicated staff, talented students, valued partners, the visitors to Durham, and, of course, the wonderful people of Durham — for making Lumiere not just an event, but a lasting legacy.
To experience the magic of Lumiere this year, click on the link for more information and to book your tickets. Lumiere 2025