An underwater world is created in the Porvoo Cathedral. Large organza fabrics will serve as screens for video projections that include both filmed and edited material as well as drawn animation. The work aims to provoke thoughts about how our surrounding waters – especially the Baltic Sea and the rivers flowing into it – are constantly changing. What will our relationship with the sea become if its poor condition prevents us from enjoying it? What kind of world opens up beneath the surface?

Inter; Acts

Address: Kirkkotori 1

Everything in the universe is vibration – sound, energy, even us. And of course, light. On the Wave of Light is an interactive installation designed to visualize the subtle vibrations of light, reminding us that it’s always there, guiding and protecting us – if we just take a moment to notice. The installation features 100 vertical light sticks illuminating as visitors walk by and gently fading out once they’ve passed, leaving a glowing trail behind.

Those Guys Lighting, Latvia

Address: Jokikatu

Divine Geometry is a profound experience, acting as a guide for deep inner journeys. The installation features lasers arranged in a ring, creating an intense, psychedelic experience.  A major element is the specially composed audio track, created in collaboration with award-winning Latvian sound engineer Pēteris Pāss. Divine Geometry explores the complexity and harmony of the natural world. The ring symbolizes life, nature, and the mathematical beauty that connects all living things.

Those Guys Lighting, Latvia

Address: Vanha Raatihuoneentori

Noesis is a multimedia installation combining video, dance, sculpture, light, and spatial sound. The work creates a multisensory experience in which, on video, a dancer pulls a sculpture like a rope from one projection to another. The viewer moves between the inner courtyard of Runo and the inner courtyard of the VPK building, realizing that the two images form a single whole.

The work’s surreal soundscape and layered visuality open up the space for deeper experience and observation. Noesis refers to a Greek concept meaning spiritual seeing and insight.

Kirsi Kaulanen, Raimo Uunila, Nina Hyvärinen, Camilla Siren, Hakalight

Address: Rihkamakatu 4 & Kirkkokatu 2

In old paintings and engravings, one often finds a realistically drawn, strong tree symbolizing the family tree, with representatives of different generations of the family living on its branches. The installation utilizes the beauty and structure of a fine tree by placing light human figures on the branches so that the timeline is revealed from bottom to top; generations change, clothing and hairstyles become increasingly modern. The work consists of metal sculptures that glow in the dark. The figures appear delicate, reflecting the fragility of human life. The atmosphere of the installation is maintained by a soundscape designed by Petri Laakso.

Alexander Reichstein

Address: The Crossing of Kirkkokatu & Papinkatu

Kaivokatu’s atmospheric Vanha 123 will display a video piece on the wall of the WSOY building to celebrate Jazz Finland’s 100th anniversary in 2026. The video piece includes Martti Vilminko’s impressive photographs of Porvoo Jazz Clubs.

On Friday, February 6th at 7 pm, you can enjoy the video work with live music, when the sounds of Porvoo Jazz Club will also be brought to the street. The music will be provided by the Pepa Päivinen Peacepipe band.

Aatos Cafe is open both evenings from 6 pm to 10 pm. Come and warm up and enjoy a spicy drink designed for the Porvoo lights.

Address: Kaivokatu 37 B

Pupils from the dance school perform by the riverside during the evening.

Flavors, music, and performances from around the world at Porvoo Riverside. Winter Bazaar is organized in collaboration with youth and integration services.

Address: Itäinen Rantapromenadi

Floating glowing fishing nets in the Porvoo night sky. The artwork is inspired by Porvoo’s history in fishing. It will use fishing nets as a motif. The faintly glowing nets will float in the winter night sky of Porvoo. The glowing net will drift like a cloud when blown by the wind.

Kotoaki Asano, Japan

Address: Itäinen Rantapromenadi 15

Shopping centre Lundi’s Phoenix is a symbol of renewal in everyday life. It does not speak of dramatic rebirth, but of quieter beginnings – moments when we pause, gather our strength, and decide to continue.

It reminds us that even as the years change, a new beginning is always possible. The Phoenix reflects resilience, movement, and the courage to start again.

This year, the Phoenix glows in a powerful red, carrying the energy of vitality, determination, and life in motion. A cold white light brings clarity and balance, opening space for a new perspective and a clean slate.

LITE-designs – IPB Decoration

The following shops will be open on February 6–7 until 9:00 pm:
Espresso House
Sale
Hesburger
Picnic (open until 8:00 pm)

Address: Lundinkatu 12

What if the night had dreams of its own – strange, glowing, and full of motion? Shining Fields invites you to experience that vision come to life. Light reeds, arranged like wild stalks in an open field, pulse with shifting waves of colour. A coordinated light show flows through the space, accompanied by a rich, layered soundscape. Light and sound move in sync, creating a calm and rhythmic atmosphere – something between wind, breath, and thought.

From close, the experience feels immersive and otherworldly. From a distance, the entire installation appears to glow and move, somewhere between reality and imagination.

Those Guys Lighting, Latvia

Address: Rauhankatu 22

The artwork being built in the lobby and staircase of Linnankoski Secondary School brings together paintings, soundscapes, and poetry. See the familiar riverside scenery with fresh eyes. Experience the miracle of rebirth. Discover both the light and the darkness within yourself. The piece is part of the 130th anniversary celebration of Linnankoski Upper Secondary School.

Paintings: Gabriel Gavrilov and Sofia Eriksson
Music and sound design: Vili Sundström, Milo Kesti, Ben Koivumäki, Mihael Zuravel, Nemo Tyyskä, Wille Rikman
Lighting design: Iikka Mustakallio, Niilo Hyttinen, Andreas Pohjanrinne
Poetry: Siru Vikla

Café Lilun Herkut pop up café serves in the school’s courtyard. Enjoy a hot cocoa and a bun while exploring the light art!

The students of Linnankosken lukio

Address: Piispankatu 26

In the museum’s courtyard, the impressive light art series The Dresses by French-Korean artist Tae gon Kim will be on display. The works can be experienced during the Porvoo Lights event from 6 pm to 9 pm. The museum’s indoor spaces will be closed in the evening.

Taegon Kim, South Korea/France

Address: Aleksanterinkatu 3

Mystical Garden transforms the façade opening onto Lyseopuisto park of Borgå Gymnasium and the entire park into a magical world of light. The work is built on powerful moving lights, neon-like colors, and elements that play with floral patterns. The façade not only glows in the lights but seems to project it into the surrounding park.

The experience is multidimensional and can be viewed from several directions—either from a distance outside the park, where the whole appears as a large landscape installation, or from the center of the park, where the viewer is immersed in the movement of light and color. “Mystical Garden” is like a mysterious oasis, offering visitors joy, vibrancy, and a magical atmosphere. It is a work that invites people to linger and marvel—a festival of light suitable for all generations.

Capital Creative, Max Lapinsuo-Sylwén

Address: Lukiokatu 10

Come share the message of light in the trees of Villa Valo. Hang your message for the departed, for the present, or for the future. The program also includes sound bowl relaxation and a café.

Address: Rauhankatu 11

The mysterious and epic “Cold Fire” stops passersby at the main entrance of Escape Porvoo along the covered walkway by Citymarket. The performance runs approximately every 10 minutes.

Address: Mannerheiminkatu 7A

Fredrika-koulu will make delicious pancakes on the market square.

Address: Rauhankatu 22

Café Lilun Herkut pop up café serves in the school’s courtyard. Enjoy a hot cocoa and a bun while exploring the light art!

Address: Piispankatu 26

A pop-up café will open in Borgå Folkakademin on the 6th of February, next to J.L. Runeberg’s home. Coffee and Runeberg cakes on sale from 17.30 to 21.00.

Address: Runeberginkatu 16-18

The Villa Valo pop up café is open during the festival opening hours.

Address: Rauhankatu 11

Porvoon Mieslaulajat will perform 3-4 songs per destination during Porvoo Lights on Saturday the 7th:

18.30 Shopping centre Lundi
19.00 Winter Bazaar by the river
19.30 J. L. Runebergs home
20.00 Porvoo market square