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Feast of the Transfiguration

6 August 2026

2026

6 August 2026

2027

6 August 2027

Where

Meteora

What it is

Feast of the Transfiguration explained

The Great Meteoron monastery — dedicated to the Transfiguration — holds its patronal vigil, one of the few nights the clifftop monasteries stay open after dark.

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 Meteora tends to sell out weeks ahead of the festival and prices rise sharply on the main night.

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Feast of the Transfiguration, explained

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What is Feast of the Transfiguration?

The Great Meteoron monastery — dedicated to the Transfiguration — holds its patronal vigil, one of the few nights the clifftop monasteries stay open after dark. It's a religious event held in Meteora.

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When is Feast of the Transfiguration in 2026?

Feast of the Transfiguration runs 6 August 2026 in Meteora. 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.

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When is Feast of the Transfiguration in 2027?

The provisional 2027 dates are 6 August 2027, in Meteora.

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Is Feast of the Transfiguration free to attend?

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

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Where should I stay for Feast of the Transfiguration?

Book a room in Meteora 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 Meteora also means you're not relying on late transport home once the celebrations run past midnight.

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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026

Prices & times

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Checked · 30 July 2026