Vedi Napoli Sacra e Misteriosa e poi Torni – 2026 edition
52 free events featuring guided tours, conferences, discussions, concerts and performances
A journey through art, music, spirituality and traditions, discovering the deepest soul of Naples.
Vedi Napoli Sacra e Misteriosa e poi Torni returns with a programme of 52 free events, inviting residents and visitors to experience the city in the run-up to Christmas through guided tours, concerts, performances, talks and opportunities for reflection.
Now in its fifth edition, the festival takes peace as its central theme, weaving together artistic heritage, culture and spirituality while inviting visitors to discover the places and traditions that shape Naples' identity.
The programme is organised around three main themes.
Main themes
- Ri-costruire la Pace (Rebuilding Peace): The Festival of Peace and the Pellegrini di Pace International Award feature talks, personal testimonies and cultural initiatives dedicated to fraternity, human dignity and dialogue between peoples and religions.
- Napoli Musica Sacra Festival: Eight concerts celebrating the rich tradition of sacred music, featuring masterpieces, rediscovered repertoire and contemporary interpretations, hosted in some of the city's most significant churches.
- Accogliere la Pace (Embracing Peace): A programme exploring Naples' religious and monumental heritage through free guided tours organised by the MUDD Museo Diocesano Diffuso. These tours take residents and visitors through churches, monumental complexes and lesser-known sites of Neapolitan religious heritage, alongside concerts and talks.
Among the highlights are free guided visits to the rooftops of Naples Cathedral and the Vasari Sacristy, offering unique opportunities to admire the city's historical and artistic heritage from new perspectives.
The Nativity scene in Piazza Municipio
The life-size Nativity scene created by the master artisans of San Gregorio Armeno also returns to Piazza Municipio, celebrating Neapolitan craftsmanship and the values of hospitality and peace.
An invitation to experience Naples through its sacred sites, stories and traditions, on a journey of discovery as the city prepares for Christmas.
Useful information
How to take part
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Admission: Free of charge for all scheduled events, subject to availability.
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Guided tours: Advance booking required, according to the arrangements specified for each tour.
View the full programme on the official Municipality of Naples website
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