The Lumen Festival returns with various art installations on display throughout Uptown Waterloo on Saturday night.
The festival, which is billed as a a celebration of light, art and technology, will run from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m.
More than 30 local and international artists will have installations on display at the free event.
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“This festival is a partnership between a diverse and accomplished group of organizations in the region and a celebration of the amazing artistic talent in our community,” Justin McFadden, executive director of economic development with the city, said in a statement.
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Some of the more interesting exhibitions include an opportunity to have your face projected on to the moon, an experiment with balloon-struments as well as a chance to rock out with Kazoo! Festival and other indie and avant-garde musicians at Waterloo Public Square.
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There will also be a nine-metre long metal, fire-breathing dragon and an interactive sculptural light titled “A Warm Hug,” which lights up when given a hug.
The Bullet Time Video Booth will take a unique video of visitors frozen in time which will be sent to participants via email.
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This will be the second year the Lumen Festival has lit up the night sky in the city of Waterloo.
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