The show, which last took place in 2023, is on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 November, from 6pm to 9pm, and sees the enchanting ‘Lights in the Night’ show projected onto St Peter’s Collegiate Church, celebrating the rich history, heritage and diversity of the city of Wolverhampton.

‘Lights in the Night’ conveys the city’s past as presented in a 3D light animation which will play on a loop every five minutes, and people will be able to spot key highlights such as running wolves and exploding locks. The show is led by Illuminos, a company which has over 10 years’ experience creating visually inventive and memorable projection artwork and experiences.

The ‘Light Over Darkness’ exhibition also runs on the same days at St Peter’s Church when visitors can discover the power of art within the sacred architecture. It can be viewed on Friday 28 November, 5pm until 9pm, and also includes a rare public rehearsal by the St Peter’s Collegiate Choir in the main chapel.

The exhibition is also open between 11am to 4pm on Saturday 29 November, when visitors will be treated to a special Christmas Carol performance by the Wulfruna Ladies Choir. 

The headline sponsor for this year’s Christmas events including the light projection show is Wolverhampton based not-for-profit health cash plan provider Paycare.

Councillor Chris Burden, the City of Wolverhampton Council Cabinet Member for City Development, Jobs and Skills, said: “If you missed the last show two years ago, now is your chance to witness a very exciting 3D light projection, illuminating the iconic St Peter’s Church and celebrating the amazing heritage and history of our city.

“I’d encourage everyone to travel into the city centre and check out the show, before also taking in the exhibition inside St Peter’s Church. There are so many fantastic events happening in our city over the festive period that everyone can get involved in.”

These activities form part of the city’s very first Fringe Arts Wolves, a bold new festival shining a light on culture, creativity and collaboration.

A spectacular Lantern Parade by Gatis Community Space opens the festival on Friday 28 November, followed by Wolverhampton Art Gallery LATES with after-hours workshops, music, and spoken word.

Across the weekend, exhibitions will animate historic and contemporary venues, pubs and bars will host live music and open mics, and Victoria Street will be filled with a festive Christmas Market. Visitors can also discover the Overhear Sound Trail and City of Youth Culture Murals.

Fringe Arts Wolves is the works of Asylum Artist Quarter, Gatis, the council and Wolverhampton BID, supported by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, with branding by Luke Reader.

Hannah Taylor, Director of Asylum Artist Quarter & project manager for Fringe Arts Wolves said: “Fringe arts are a well-tested model for celebrating the diversity of local creatives and utilising the resources we already have.

“I think it’s fantastic that City of Wolverhampton Council and the Wolverhampton BID are supporting a Fringe Arts festival, they are well known for increasing footfall and developing a strong brand for a city and I hope I can support this to develop and get more ambitious every year.”

Lights in the Night and Fringe Arts Wolves re part of a wider city events programme which is funded by the council, commercial sponsorship and with £37,305 support of the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

To find out more about Lights in the Night, please visit www.visitwolverhampton.com. For your guide to Fringe Arts Wolves, visit https://qrco.de/bgKEQe.