Wrap up a little Robo-Future this December
Are you already hunting for Christmas gifts? This year, why not give an experience that sparks real awe? Highlight Festival 2026 is the perfect present for curious kids, tech-loving students, art lovers, (grand)parents, and anyone who could use some wonder in the cold, quiet month of February. It’s a great excuse to head outside, discover Delft in a completely new way, and dive into a world where tech and art collide.
Gift Tickets to Highlight Festival 2026
Full Festival Ticket (4 days): €30,-
For ages 12+ and students: €20,-
Kids under 12: free
Day Ticket: €17,50
For ages 12+ and students: €11,-
Kids under 12: free
Additional program
Highlight Kids | Next Generation Lab
Wednesday 11 Feb & Saturday 14 Feb 13:00-17:00h: free to access
Highlight Symposium
Thursday 12 Feb 12:30h (Day Ticket 12 Feb and drink/bite included): €25,-, for ages 12+ and students: €17,50
Theater de Veste x Highlight performance by Rocío Berenguer
Saturday 14 Feb 20:00-20:45h (Festival ticket not included): €7,50
An early December gift from us to you
An early December gift from us to you
We’re excited to reveal new makers and installation we’ve just added to our programme for Highlight Festival 2026:
LAURA A DIMA
The Alien Between Us
The Alien Between Us invites two strangers to connect without seeing each other. You’ll hold an identical, alien-like sculpture that responds to your heartbeat, breath and touch. Using radar sensors, you will feel the other person’s presence through the sculpture.
OLGER SIEBINGA
Sidewalk Salsa
What would you do if you encounter a robot in a hallway? In Sidewalk Salsa, TU Delft researchers explore how mobile robots navigate around you as a passing visitor. You’ll meet a robot that “reads” your presence and responds to your movements.
CLOSING PARTY
14 Feb | 22:00 - 01:00
Step into the cyber pulse of Highlight Festival 2026 as The Social Hub transforms into a late-night playground of sound, light, and robotics. Let’s celebrate the festival’s finale, with DJs, immersive visuals, and a crowd ready to explore the edge where tech meets nightlife.
Free entry with any Highlight Delft ticket