# Saint Francis of Assisi 800th anniversary commemorations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/saint-francis-of-assisi-800th-anniversary-commemorations
> Updated: 2026-09-02T22:29:05.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Commemorations are being organized globally to mark the 800th anniversary of the death of Saint Francis of Assisi.

In Italy, cultural and religious organizations are planning various events. In Ravenna, discussions are being held regarding the saint’s influence on 20th-century art and Italian identity, with participants noting his faith is “imitable.” In Prato, the Church of San Francesco is hosting a meeting series titled “Francis: A Living Sign” to explore his historical and spiritual impact as part of the lead-up to the 2026 jubilee.

In San Román, Campeche, the religious community is hosting a reception for the effigy of Saint Francis. This event includes a traditional maritime procession where the figure accompanies the Cristo Negro Señor de San Román, coinciding with both the saint’s anniversary and the 461st anniversary of the arrival of the Cristo Negro effigy in the region.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-02: San Román to host religious reception for Saint Francis of Assisi

The community in San Román, Campeche, will host a religious reception for Saint Francis of Assisi to mark his 800th anniversary and the 461st anniversary of the Cristo Negro arrival.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/san-romn-to-host-religious-reception-for-saint-francis-of-assisi

### 2026-08-19: Italy prepares commemorations for 800th anniversary of Saint Francis

Italian organizations are launching cultural and religious programs to mark the upcoming 800th anniversary of Saint Francis of Assisi, focusing on his impact on art, history, and modern identity.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-prepares-commemorations-for-800th-anniversary-of-saint-francis

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