The sixth edition of the festival, which has taken place every two years since 2009, is a bumper edition featuring past favourites, as well as new commissions.
Running until November 17, 2019, there’s 37 installations in total, 26 of which are outside of the central ticketed area.
Read our interview with the organisers about how the region has embraced Lumiere here.
5. I Love Durham
More from the magnificent multi-coloured snowglobe in Market Place. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton
6. Crowd pleaser at Walkergate
More people enjoying the The Stars Come Out At Night piece. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton
7. I Love Durham
I Love Durham is one of the biggest pieces in the festival. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton
8. Lightbenches, Walkergate Riverside
If you're in need of a rest you can take a seat on this installation. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton