Frequency Festival is a celebration of digital creativity, held every two years in the historic city of Lincoln.
It’s a chance to see Lincoln in a whole new light, with something surprising around every corner. At its heart, Frequency is about connection: reconnecting communities, starting conversations, and creating moments of joy and wonder for everyone to enjoy.
Since 2011, Frequency has showcased works from more than 600 artists and creators from across the world and welcomed over 100,000 visitors to enjoy its unique mix of creativity and innovation.
Frequency 26
19–21 February 2026 | 5:30pm–9:30pm
In February 2026, Lincoln will come alive with illuminated trails, interactive installations and moments of play across the city.
Frequency Festival returns for three unforgettable evenings of Light, Play & Discovery. The festival is family-friendly and free to attend, with a programme that’s packed with energy, imagination and creativity.
Historic streets, iconic landmarks and hidden corners are transformed through light, sound and immersive experiences. It’s your chance to see Lincoln differently, to explore after dark and to experience something spectacular.
Lincoln Lights
In February 2025, a new event was introduced to the city, Lincoln Lights brought illumination to the streets after dark with a dazzling free city-wide festival of light installations. More than 30,000 visitors packed the city’s streets and celebrated seeing Lincoln in a new light.
Frequency 26 will present the best of both festivals in a three day city-wide experience for residents and visitors to enjoy.
Our Vision
Frequency Festival will showcase and nurture emerging and established creative talent; harness the collective voices of the creative industries to help shape the future of digital culture; engage audiences and inspire the digital creative in us all.