Shard Lights

The mosaic inspired designs will be brought to life with animation and movement across the top 20 storeys of The Shard. The new display will begin on the evening of 28th November and light up the sky every night 17:30 - 01:00 until New Year’s Eve. Visible from over 40 miles away, Londoners and visitors to the capital will be able to enjoy a glimpse of the vibrant colours to brighten up their evening.

Reflecting the rich artistic endeavours constantly developing within the heart of London, this year The Shard has partnered with London School of Mosaic (LSoM) on the display. The art school tasked its students and volunteers to use The Shard’s spire as a canvas for three festive mosaic that have been transformed into a dynamic 30-minute light show by lighting designer, Woodroffe Bassett Design.

During the show, viewers across London will be able to see: 

• “The Shard Snowman” – A larger than life snowman – an iconic festive symbol – will appear with a striking red scarf and hat to add a pop of colour before melting away.
• “Festive Candle” – A softly illuminated candle, set against a bright blue backdrop, will radiate festive charm.
• “Festive Pattern” – a bold green and gold pattern inspired by a Christmas Brooch created by Pop Art pioneering Scottish artist Eduardo Paolozzi.

This latest collaboration is part of The Shard’s broader partnership with the LSoM, which saw the building sponsor a panel of the LSoM’s latest 57-meter mural artwork titled “A Thousand Streams”, being installed near to the building entrance that reflects the kaleidoscope of life that spills from London Bridge station into the capital.

For live updates throughout December, follow @TheShardLondon on X and look for #ShardLights.