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Anniversary of the Lateran Treaty

11 February 2026

2026

11 February 2026

2027

11 February 2027

Where

Vatican City

What it is

Anniversary of the Lateran Treaty explained

The 1929 agreement that created Vatican City as a sovereign state is marked with diplomatic ceremonies and, on the same date, the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes at the garden grotto.

Dates can shift by a day or two when a local council moves the programme to a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel. Accommodation in Vatican City tends to sell out weeks ahead of the festival and prices rise sharply on the main night.

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What is Anniversary of the Lateran Treaty?

The 1929 agreement that created Vatican City as a sovereign state is marked with diplomatic ceremonies and, on the same date, the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes at the garden grotto. It's a historic event held in Vatican City.

When is Anniversary of the Lateran Treaty in 2026?

Anniversary of the Lateran Treaty runs 11 February 2026 in Vatican City. Councils can move the exact days by a day or two to land on a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel.

When is Anniversary of the Lateran Treaty in 2027?

The provisional 2027 dates are 11 February 2027, in Vatican City.

Is Anniversary of the Lateran Treaty free to attend?

Yes — like the great majority of Spanish town festivals, Anniversary of the Lateran Treaty is free and open-air; you only pay for food, drink and any seating the town sells for a parade or firework display.

Where should I stay for Anniversary of the Lateran Treaty?

Book a room in Vatican City itself as early as you can: accommodation for this kind of festival sells out weeks ahead and prices climb sharply for the main night. A base in Vatican City also means you're not relying on late transport home once the celebrations run past midnight.

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