Northern Lights Dumfries

Dumfries is about to glow up! This winter, discover your town in a whole new light with Illuminate Dumfries — a stunning free trail of light, sound and projection installations stretching right across the town centre.

From the Burns Mausoleum to Greyfriars Church, every corner tells its own story — and you can explore it your way. Start wherever you fancy, wander at your own pace, and soak up the atmosphere at Rabbie’s Winter Village along the way.

-Perfect for families, pals, date nights and nosy neighbours.
-Accessible routes throughout — everyone’s welcome.
-Want the full experience? Upgrade to a 1-hour VIP guided tour for an exclusive behind-the-scenes glow-up!

Behind the Glow
This isn’t just tech and sparkle — it’s people-powered magic.
Local artists, young talent, and volunteers have poured heart, graft, and a lot of magical lights into making Dumfries shine. Behind the beams are the unsung heroes: Light Technicians, Assistants, and creators working through the night to make sure when that switch flips, our town absolutely dazzles.

This is Dumfries at its brightest — and it’s made for you.