Constellations of Stars: Echoes Across the Sky
Thank you to everyone who joined us this October as Milton Keynes lit up with ideas, imagination and the wonder of the night sky. More than nine thousand people came together across the city to celebrate science, technology, creativity and community through our annual City of Codes and Light Festival.
From the historic grounds of Bletchley Park to the heart of the city centre and centre:mk, audiences experienced immersive projections, live performances, interactive workshops and storytelling inspired by the brilliance of Islamic astronomy and global stargazing traditions.
Together we looked to the night sky, shared ideas and experienced art, science and creativity across the city.
Festival Moments
A powerful launch event at Bletchley Park welcomed scientists, artists and cultural leaders to discuss astronomy, innovation and the stories written in the stars.
City streets came alive with the Lantern Parade and Limbic Cinema’s Mind and Matter projection mapping MK Central Library with the journey from ancient star charts to modern discovery.
Families and schools filled centre:mk for hands on STEAM workshops, digital art, theatre and performances that celebrated the Golden Age of Islamic science and today’s pioneering research.
Visitors stepped inside Constellations of Stars: Echoes Across the Sky, a motion reactive installation inviting audiences to trace constellations and share messages across borders and generations.
An evening of Whirling Sufi Dance brought music, movement and spiritual reflection to Middleton Hall, creating a moment of unity and wonder for audiences.
A celebration of imagination and community
This festival continues to grow thanks to our incredible partners, artists, scientists, educators and the Milton Keynes community. Your enthusiasm and curiosity are shaping a city that looks upward, learns together and embraces creativity in all its forms.
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