Core Insights - The fifth Noor Riyadh Light Festival will take place from November 20 to December 6, 2025, showcasing a dazzling display of light in the capital city of Riyadh [1] - The theme "In the Blink of an Eye" symbolizes the rapid transformation Riyadh is undergoing, featuring large-scale art installations across six major venues [1][12] Event Overview - The festival is curated by Mami Kataoka, Sara Almutlaq, and Li Zhenhua, featuring 60 works from 59 artists across 23 countries, including over 35 new commissioned pieces by top Saudi and international artists [3] Highlighted Works - László Zsolt Bordos' "Star Trails" will project strong beams from the top of Al Faisaliah Tower, reaching up to 7 kilometers, creating a celestial connection with the city skyline [6] - Vali Chincișan's "The Grid of Perception" will transform the KAFD Metro Station's facade into a dynamic light and sound grid, exploring the theme of "perception in motion" [6] - Christophe Berthonneau's "Fusion" will integrate architecture, drone choreography, and projection mapping for an immersive performance, showcasing a dialogue between art and engineering [6] Additional Notable Installations - fuse*'s "Lunar Dream" will create a multi-sensory cosmic experience using lunar data, inviting viewers to meditate on the cosmos [7] - James Clar's "When the Sky Touches the Earth" will feature a giant neon lightning sculpture, symbolizing the fleeting nature of speed and energy [9] - Fatma Abdulhadi's "Gaze of Light: Path to Another Garden" will present a delicate fabric installation that invites contemplation on light, self, and time [9] Venue Details - The festival will span various locations, including the JAX District, KAFD Metro Station, stc Metro Station, Al Faisaliah Tower, and historical areas like Qasr Al Hokm District and King Abdulaziz Historical Center [10] Mission and Impact - Since its inception in 2021, the Noor Riyadh Light Festival has aimed to enrich daily life through creativity, develop the creative economy, and promote dialogue among diverse communities [12]