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HowTheLightGetsIn Hay

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The world's largest festival of philosophy and music - HowTheLightGetsIn returns to Hay-On-Wye on 23rd-26th May!

Amongst the beautiful Black Mountains, you'll find the world's leading thinkers debating today's biggest ideas, as well as a spectacular array of musicians and performers.

Across 300+ events, we'll bring together superstar philosophers, trailblazing scientists, award-winning writers, and political giants to tackle the most pressing issues of our times. Join discussions designed to push the limits of what you know with speakers hand-picked for their creativity and insight.

Trailblazing speakers, cutting-edge debates & evolving ideas. In 2025 we'll be bringing together out biggest line-up yet for a bank holiday of illuminating debate and discussion on the banks of the River Wye.

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HowTheLightGetsIn Hay 2025

Type:Festival

Newport Street, Hay-On-Wye, Powys, HR3 5BZ

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Event (23 May 2025 - 26 May 2025)

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