# Perdonanza Celestiniana celebrations in L'Aquila > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/perdonanza-celestiniana-celebrations-in-laquila > Updated: 2026-08-28T09:10:42.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 7. The 732nd Perdonanza Celestiniana celebrations in L'Aquila, Italy, continue to highlight the spiritual and cultural legacy of Pope Celestine V. As part of L'Aquila’s role as the Italian Capital of Culture, the festivities have expanded to include significant historical and civic ceremonies. A central component of the program is the ‘Corteo della Bolla’ procession, scheduled for August 28. This event is expected to involve approximately 1,700 participants, including 800 individuals dressed in medieval attire from cities such as Siena, Rieti, and Assisi. The procession will feature a banner embroidered by artist Marinella Senatore and participation from students in the ‘A scuola di Perdonanza 3’ project. Civic recognition has also been a theme, with the presentation of the XXIV Rotary Perdonanza Award at the Parco auditorium to Archbishop Antonio D'Angelo and Rotary International President Francesco Arezzo for their contributions to a just and peaceful society. This ceremony included a conference titled ‘L'Europa della pace’, focusing on European community solidarity. Other scheduled activities include a musical performance by maestro Fabio Pasqua on August 30 at the Church of San Silvestro, which uses piano music and storytelling to narrate the life of Pietro Angelerio (Celestine V). ## Claims - The 2026 edition of the Perdonanza will be held during the year L'Aquila is designated as the Italian Capital of Culture. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The inaugural ceremony, 'La Forza del Perdono,' will be broadcast live in prime time on Rai 1 on August 23. (single source) - The 5th Historical and Pastoral Conference will focus on the theme of Celestino V and a culture of forgiveness. (single source) - Maestro Leonardo De Amicis is in charge of the artistic and musical direction for the event. (single source) - The artist Geolier will perform a concert on August 25 at the Teatro del Perdono. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-28: L'Aquila celebrates Perdonanza Celestiniana legacy L'Aquila celebrates the 732nd Perdonanza Celestiniana with the Rotary Perdonanza Award and musical tributes honoring the legacy of Pope Celestino V. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/laquila-celebrates-perdonanza-celestiniana-legacy ### 2026-08-26: L’Aquila hosts Perdonanza Celestiniana historical procession and charity run L’Aquila celebrates the 732nd Perdonanza Celestiniana with a major historical procession and a charity athletic event to support earthquake victims in Venezuela. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/laquila-hosts-perdonanza-celestiniana-historical-procession-and-charity-run ### 2026-08-23: L'Aquila to host national summit on forgiveness and youth The fourth ‘Il Perdono nutre il Mondo’ summit will be held in L'Aquila on August 29, focusing on how forgiveness and the freedom to choose impact the future of young people. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/laquila-to-host-national-summit-on-forgiveness-and-youth ### 2026-08-22: L'Aquila hosts 20th Cordata X le Celestine charity event L'Aquila hosts the 20th “Cordata X le Celestine” charity event from August 22–29 to support Celestine nuns through cultural, civic, and religious programming. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/laquila-hosts-20th-cordata-x-le-celestine-charity-event ### 2026-08-21: L'Aquila hosts the 732nd Perdonanza Celestiniana The 732nd Perdonanza Celestiniana has begun in L'Aquila, Italy. The UNESCO-recognized event features religious ceremonies, musical performances, and cultural festivities in honor of Pope Celestine V. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/laquila-hosts-732nd-perdonanza-celestiniana-festival ### 2026-08-08: L'Aquila announces 2026 Perdonanza Celestiniana program L'Aquila's 732nd Perdonanza Celestiniana will take place in August 2026, featuring a live Rai 1 broadcast and a historical conference celebrating the legacy of Celestino V. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/laquila-announces-2026-perdonanza-celestiniana-program ### 2026-08-05: L'Aquila's Perdonanza Celestiniana 732 announced with Rai 1 prime‑time broadcast The 732nd Perdonanza Celestiniana in L'Aquila, part of the 2026 Italian Culture Capital program, will run Aug 23‑30 with a Rai 1 prime‑time opening ceremony and performances by Gianni Morandi, Geolier, Aless­an 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/laquilas-perdonanza-celestiniana-732-announced-with-rai-1-primetime-broadcast --- Cite as: Perdonanza Celestiniana celebrations in L'Aquila. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/perdonanza-celestiniana-celebrations-in-laquila