Jayde Adams to host 'Moments of Light’ for St Peter's Hospice
Bristol-born comedian and actor Jayde Adams has been announced as the host of a special one-off live event to benefit local charity St Peter’s Hospice, in partnership with Bristol Light Festival.
Tickets are now on sale for ‘Moments of Light’ which will take place at Bristol Beacon’s Lantern Hall on Monday 23 February, bringing together music, storytelling and performance.
Presented in partnership with Bristol BID as part of Bristol Light Festival’s 2026 extended programme, Moments of Light, will raise vital money for Bristol’s only adult hospice and will celebrate the charity’s work in bringing light into patients’ lives.
Jayde Adams, who alongside comedy and acting also boasts writing and singing talents, will be compering the rich and uplifting programme of events throughout the evening.
Choral performances will come from the City of Bristol Choir, led by acclaimed conductor and composer David Ogden, alongside the St Peter’s Hospice Choir. Cuban dance artist Yandi of Tropica Dance Cuba will bring vibrant, expressive movement, while XE Dance will present a lyrical piece that explores light through fluid, emotive choreography. Companion Voices and Grief Choir will share reflections on their work supporting people and families at the end of life, and poet and performer Muneera Pilgrim will perform spoken word poetry filled with resonant moments drawn from lived experience. Bristol’s much-loved Ambling Band will add celebratory energy across the programme.
The evening will culminate in Lighting Up Lives, a specially commissioned finale song by David Ogden and Anna Farthing, bringing together singers from across the City of Bristol Choir and St Peter’s Hospice Choir.
Jayde Adams said: “I’m deeply connected to Bristol and I’m so proud to support events that celebrate community, compassion and the people who bring light to others during difficult times.”
Susan Hamilton, St Peter’s Hospice CEO, said: “We are delighted Jayde Adams has come on board to support this special evening which promises to be truly uplifting and inspirational.
“At St Peter’s Hospice, we help people to live as best they can in the time that they have left, and through the care we give we allow light and love into people’s final days.
“The Moments of Light event will remember and celebrate the lives of those we care for and the incredible nurses who bring light to families every day.
“So far we have a stellar line up of choirs, dancers, musicians and a poet. We will also have a panel discussion with one of our amazing Hospice nurses and a service user who has experienced our care. We’re so pleased to be part of Bristol Light Festival and are looking forward to this magical evening.”
Anna Farthing, Interim Head of Place at Bristol BID, said: “The partnership reflects a natural alignment between Bristol Light Festival and St Peter’s Hospice, rooted in a shared understanding of light as both a creative and human force. While the festival brings light to the city’s streets and public spaces during the darkest months of the year, St Peter’s Hospice works year-round to bring light to people’s lives at their most difficult moments. As Bristol’s city hospice, supporting patients and families across homes, communities and care settings, this partnership adds depth, meaning and local resonance to the festival’s programme, grounding its celebration of light in compassion, care and lived experience.”
Bristol Light Festival 2026 will run nightly from 5pm - 9.30pm between Thursday 19th - Saturday 28th February 2026. Admission to the event is free and more information can be found at www.bristollightfestival.org
Moments of Light will take place at Bristol Beacon on 23 February, with doors opening at 6.30pm and the performance beginning at 7pm. The event is suitable for audiences aged 15 and over and will feature unreserved seating. Tickets for the show can be purchased at Moments of Light | Bristol Beacon or at Bristol Beacon box office.
