Stadtwerke Stuttgart Festival of Lights

Park, Park, Light — Tradition Since 1939

The Stuttgart Festival of Lights at Killesberg has a history dating back to before the war. Today, in its 74th edition, it is one of Southern Germany's most renowned light festivals and a firm fixture in Stuttgart's summer calendar. The organizer is in.Stuttgart Veranstaltungsgesellschaft in cooperation with Stadtwerke Stuttgart – the latter also giving the festival its full name.

Höhenpark Killesberg as a Stage

The Höhenpark Killesberg in Stuttgart-Nord is one of the state capital's most beautiful parks: 50 hectares of hilly parkland with expansive lawns, the iconic Killesbergturm (Killesberg Tower), a park railway, and garden architecture oriented along sightlines. During the Festival of Lights, the central areas – Killesberg Valley, dance floor, lily pond, themed areas – are transformed into colorful light and soundscapes.

Program and Highlights

• From 4 PM – Festival start, summer vibes on the lawns
• "Neue 107.7" Live Stage with pop/rock acts and DJ sets
• Magical Forest – illuminated paths through the park center
• Light Installations along the central axes
• 10:15 PM — Festival of Lights Show with drone choreography, light effects, and aerial fireworks

Sustainable — 100% Green Electricity

A special feature of the festival is its commitment to sustainability: the entire event is powered by 100% green electricity from Stadtwerke Stuttgart's portfolio. Travel is also encouraged – the combi-ticket includes travel to and from the event using the Stuttgart Transport and Tariff Association (VVS) for the entire network area.

Stuttgart-Nord and the Festival Audience

The Festival of Lights attracts a broad audience: families from Stuttgart's north and the Ludwigsburg district, students, tourists, photographers, and light art fans from all over Southern Germany. Travel by public transport is recommended – U-Bahn lines U5/U7 (Killesberg) and trams around the park are the main routes; on-site parking is very limited.