Luminara di Santa Croce 2026 in Lucca Confirmed

Traditional Festival Set for September 2026

The city of Lucca has confirmed the dates for the Luminara di Santa Croce 2026. The Tuscan city's most important festival will take place on September 13 and 14, 2026, honoring the Volto Santo, a revered wooden crucifix housed in the Cathedral of San Martino.

During the Luminara, Lucca's historic center will be illuminated by thousands of candles. The Cathedral of San Martino forms the centerpiece of the celebrations, which continue a centuries-old tradition. The event is free to attend.

The festival annually attracts visitors from across Italy and beyond who wish to experience the special atmosphere of the candlelit medieval city. The Luminara di Santa Croce is considered one of the highlights of Tuscany's cultural calendar.