Whether you’re travelling from near or far, we’ve got everything you need to plan your visit to Lincoln.

The festival is open between 5.30-9pm on Thursday 19th, Friday 20th and Saturday 21st February 2026. Frequency takes place in Lincoln’s pedestrianised city centre, offering an easy and accessible walking route between installations. The full festival route is a leisurely 30 minute walk from the Cornhill to the Castle, with extra time encouraged to pause, explore, and enjoy each captivating installation along the way.

Printed pocket guides with a fold-out map will be available to pick up from the Festival Information points in Cornhill Market and in the Bailgate area at Castle Square. You can also pick up a copy at the Visitor Information Centre and at the following participating venues:

The Barbican Creative Hub, Lincoln Central Library, St Mary Le Wigford Church, Stokes Café at the Lawn, the White Hart Hotel and The Sycamore Café.  The festival pocket guide can also be downloaded here: FQ26_Festival_Programme_DIGITAL

And remember – many of the festival experiences take place outside, so please wrap up warm and bring a brolly!

Whether you arrive by car, bus or train, Lincoln is easily accessible and all of our sites are within the city centre – no more than a 20-minute walk of each other.

Public Transport
The city centre location ensures that all installations are within a short walk of a bus stop, and the majority are within a 15-20 minute walk of Lincoln Train Station. Regular trains from Nottingham, Newark, Leicester, Skegness, Boston, and beyond make getting to Lincoln quick and convenient for visitors.

Parking
There are plenty of parking options in the city centre, here are some car parks along the festival route:

  • Lincoln Central Car Park, Melville St, Lincoln LN5 7PB
  • Broadgate Multistorey, Saint Rumbold’s Street, Lincoln, LN2 5AP
  • Castle Hill, Lincoln, LN1 3AA
  • Westgate Car Park 1, Lincoln, LN1 3BG
  • The Lawn Car Park, Union Road, LN1 3BU

For information on accessible parking in Lincoln, visit the City of Lincoln Council website.

Stayover: 

Lincoln offers a wide range of accommodation options from budget breaks to boutique luxury.

Click here to view accommodation providers on the Visit Lincoln website.