🎭 CLERGY, WAR, RESISTANCE IN THE PROVINCE OF LUCCA

📍 Church of Saints John and Reparata, Lucca | Friday, October 16th, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Documentary and photographic exhibition about the final years of World War II in the province of Lucca. An opportunity to learn about an important chapter in local history. The exhibition ends on October 16th.

🎭 TURANDOT, O DIVINE BEAUTY!

📍 Puccini Museum, Birthplace, Lucca | Until Sunday, November 1st, from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm, closed on Tuesdays

An exhibition dedicated to Giacomo Puccini's unfinished opera, in the centenary year of its first performance. A good option for those who want to learn more about the relationship between the composer and the city.

✨ LUCCAUTORI, LITERARY FESTIVAL

📍 Villa Bottini and other cultural spaces in Lucca | Until Sunday, October 18th, various hours.

The 32nd edition of the festival brings together literature, meetings with writers, book presentations, film screenings, and musical tributes. On the 17th and 18th, Villa Bottini hosts the awards ceremony for the Racconti nella Rete competition and the presentation of the 2026 anthology. Saturday's program includes a screening of the short film Lavoro sporco at 4:30 pm.

✨ 🛍️ ANTIQUES MARKET

📍 Piazza San Martino, Piazza Antelminelli, Piazza del Giglio, San Giovanni and San Giusto, Lucca | Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The traditional monthly antiques market brings together furniture, decorative objects, books, vintage pieces, and collectibles in the historic center. It's an interesting place to stroll at your leisure and discover objects with history. Free access to the market.

🛍️ VINTAGE PAPER

📍 Historic center of Lucca | Saturday, October 17th, and Sunday, October 18th, from 10 am to 6 pm

A market-exhibition dedicated to antique books, engravings, and historical prints, featuring specialized antique dealers. A particularly interesting option for those who appreciate paper, illustration, history, and collecting. Entrance fee not specified.

✨ 🎭 THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY

📍 Teatro del Giglio Giacomo Puccini, Lucca | Friday, October 16th, at 9 PM; Saturday, October 17th, at 9 PM; Sunday, October 18th, at 4 PM

A theatrical performance inspired by the work of Oscar Wilde, opening the 2026/2027 prose season at Teatro del Giglio. A good option for those who want to enjoy the city's cultural program on the weekend.

🎶 CANDLELIGHT CONCERTS

📍 Church of Santa Caterina, Lucca | Thursday, October 15th, and Wednesday, October 21st, at 9 PM; Sunday, October 18th, at 7 PM

Concerts in a historic setting by candlelight, with a repertoire spanning different musical styles. An intimate option for a cultural evening in Lucca.

🎶 LUCCA AND PUCCINI'S ORGANS

📍 Church of San Pietro Somaldi, Lucca | Sunday, October 18, at 5:30 PM

Maria Nancy's concert is part of a series that celebrates the historic organs played by Puccini and the musical heritage of Lucca and its surroundings. An experience connected to the city's musical history.

🎶 GENIUS LOCI: SOLO MONTEVERDI & AL.

📍 San Girolamo Theatre, Lucca | Monday, October 12th, at 9 PM

A concert dedicated to early music, as part of the Genius Loci festival, which aims to rediscover the city's musical heritage.

✨ 🎭 HERE AND NOW FESTIVAL

📍 Real Collegio, Lucca | Saturday, October 17th, and Sunday, October 18th, from 10 AM to 7 PM

A festival dedicated to the balance between mind and spirit, with a focus on well-being and reflection. It's an alternative to the more traditional cultural events in the historic center. Detailed programming, prices, and registration should be confirmed with the organizers.

🎭 THE MUSEUMS OF SMILE

📍 Various municipalities in the province of Lucca | Programming until December, with varying dates and locations

A cultural festival spread throughout the region, featuring musical and theatrical performances, art, poetry, meetings, and workshops for children and young people. It's worth checking the schedule to find activities in smaller towns over the next few days.

✨ 🎶 FOLK STUDIO FESTIVAL: MEETING AND CONCERT WITH ALBERTO BERTOLI

📍 Teatro Artè, Capannori | Saturday, October 17th, at 5 PM and 9 PM

At 5 PM, there will be a public meeting about the future of original music; at 9 PM, Alberto Bertoli will take the stage for a concert combining music and conversation. An interesting initiative to get to know the local cultural scene. Free admission, according to the Comune di Capannori.

🎭 SERPENTI, CINEMA PROJECTION

📍 Teatro Artè, Capannori | Friday, October 16th, at 9 PM, and Sunday, October 18th, at 5 PM

Screening of Roberto De Paolis' film, as part of Artè's autumn film program. A cultural alternative for those who prefer contemporary Italian cinema. Full price ticket €8 and reduced price €6.

🎭 BOOK PRESENTATION AT THE ATHENA MUSEUM

📍 Athena Museum, Capannori | Quinta-feira, October 15, 9:00 PM

A literary event organized by the Ponte cultural association, featuring the presentation of two books. A small, local program for those who enjoy literature and cultural activities off the beaten tourist track.

🎭 CAPANNORESE SUMMER PHOTO EXHIBITION 2026

📍 Atrium of the municipal headquarters, Capannori | Opening on Wednesday, October 14th, at 6 PM

Photographs by Roberto Pardini and Giuliano Berti capture moments of summer in the Capannori region. A project linked to the memory and life of the local community.