The Hong Kong Pulse Light Festival kicked off at Victoria Harbor Thursday. /VCG Photo

The largest open-air light festival in Hong Kong Special Administrative Region brings together 18 light-themed art installations by local and overseas artists. /VCG Photo

The artworks focus on three themes, namely technology and communication, childhood dreams, and connections and romance. /VCG Photo

The festival also features multimedia light and sound shows. /VCG Photo

Organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), the festival will run until February 24 next year. /VCG Photo

Anthony Lau, executive director of the HKTB estimated that the art display will attract about 500,000 visitors. /VCG Photo