# Torneo delle Chiavi festival in Lucera

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/torneo-delle-chiavi-festival-in-lucera
> Updated: 2026-08-11T08:04:56.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The 43rd Torneo delle Chiavi festival in Lucera, Italy, began with the opening of a Medieval Village at the Fortezza Svevo-Angioina. The initial festivities included falconry shows, a parade of the Ladies of the Five Historical Gates, and historical reenactments regarding the Angevin siege of Lucera between 1268 and 1269.

As the event progressed, the Medieval Village phase concluded, and the festival moved toward further scheduled activities, including a blessing of the Palio and a competition involving the city’s five historic gates.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-11: Historical festivals held in Lucera and Urbino

Historical festivals are being held in Italy, including the Torneo delle Chiavi in Lucera and the 44th Festa del Duca in Urbino, featuring medieval reenactments and Renaissance-themed celebrations.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/historical-festivals-held-in-lucera-and-urbino

### 2026-08-08: Lucera hosts 43rd Torneo delle Chiavi medieval festival

The 43rd Torneo delle Chiavi has begun in Lucera, Italy, featuring medieval reenactments, historical camps, and traditional parades at the Fortezza Svevo-Angioina through August 13.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lucera-hosts-43rd-torneo-delle-chiavi-medieval-festival

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