The best time to attend Fete des Lumieres in 2026 is December 5 to 8, 2026. Timing status: Dates confirmed.
For four December nights Lyon lights up: candles in every window, projection-mapped facades and light installations across the old city, in a tradition of thanks that draws millions into the cold streets.
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When is Fete des Lumieres 2026?
Fete des Lumieres 2026: December 5 to 8, 2026.
