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HowTheLightGetsIn is a philosophy, ideas and music festival held annually in Hay-on-Wye, drawing together academics, scientists, politicians and performers for debates, talks and live music across a long weekend. It sits on the edge of the Black Moun…
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22 - 25 May, 2026
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Hay Festival, Hay-on-Wye
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Small · 1k-5k
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2010, Running 16 years
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Tents and stages sit in meadows beside the River Wye, with the Black Mountains behind. People go from a debate to a comedy set, and the day runs on into late-night parties and a riverside disco.
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