The future is now. Robo-dogs, firefighting robots and even tiny soft-bots that crawl inside the body to save lives are transforming how we live, heal, create and die. As we shape our future, the struggle for power is real. As robots intertwine with us and we slowly become dependent on their robotic arms, one must question: Are we living in an age of endless possibility, innovation and creativity, or will the future be ruled by steel and data instead of flesh and blood?

The future is ours. But what are we creating?

Highlight Delft presents Robo-Futures (11–14 February 2026), the 8th edition of the international art and science festival where artists, scientists and audiences join forces to challenge the status quo and create the future.

During Highlight Festival, robots will take over Delft. Join us for an awe-inspiring artistic robot safari through the city and meet intelligent robo-dogs, giant communication bots and visit a caged robotic beast as it attempts to break free. Experience hidden artistic treasures and never-before-shared technologies as we deep-dive into the Robo-future together. This year, scientists and artists showcase never-before-seen work and will put their newest technological and artistic breakthroughs to the test, live with the audience. At Highlight Festival, you are more than a silent witness to technological change; you shape the future with us.  In a future shared with Robots, what do we stand to gain, and what could we lose? We decide together.