Lumina World – The Park of Wonders of Light
Edition 2026 Sound and light Visual arts Digital arts

Lumina World – The Park of Wonders of Light

Puglia's first immersive light park, located at the Belloluogo Park in Lecce

Lecce — Lecce (075) Since 2026
Dates 25 Apr — 12 Jul 2026
Location Lecce (075)
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About Lumina World

Lumina World is Puglia's first Park of Wonders of Light, set within the enchanting Belloluogo Park in Lecce. Every evening, the city's historic green lung transforms into an immersive journey featuring giant marine-themed lanterns, LED installations, a ten-meter octopus, and glowing turtles and seahorses. With video mapping on the Tower and live shows in the Arena of Wonders, it is an evening experience designed for families and visitors of all ages.

A journey of light in the heart of Lecce

Lumina World – The Park of Wonders of Light is the first immersive experience of its kind in Puglia. It is hosted at Belloluogo Park, one of Lecce's most beloved green spaces, which lights up at dusk to welcome visitors of all ages into an enchanted path. Produced by the company XCUBE3D and supported by the Puglia Region as part of the POC 2021-2027 Fund, the event blends art, technology, and imagination.

The Aquarius theme and installations

The central theme of this edition is Aquarius, dedicated to the marine world and the Mediterranean. Upon entering, visitors are immersed in a seabed recreated with handcrafted giant lanterns and painted scenery: a ten-meter-wide octopus, sea turtles, dolphins, and glowing seahorses populate the park. Highlights include the Coral Tunnel, the Garden of Abyssal Lanterns, the Avenue of Light Jellyfish, the Mermaid's Cave, and the geodesic dome of the Pixel Coral Bay.

Shows and video mapping

The beating heart of the evening is the Arena of Wonders, where a different show takes place daily, featuring 3D projections, dance mapping, and live performances. Completing the magic is a stunning video mapping projection on the Belloluogo Tower, an ancient medieval tower overlooking the park, which bridges Salento's historical heritage with cutting-edge lighting technology.

An experience for the whole family

Lumina World is designed as an evening stroll suitable for all ages: alongside the light trail, there is a dedicated children's area, a street food zone, and a lounge bar featuring concerts and musical moments. Capacity is limited to approximately two thousand visitors per night to ensure a peaceful and engaging experience.

Belloluogo, between nature and history

The choice of Belloluogo Park is no coincidence: the area, with its 14th-century tower and green spaces, is a symbol of identity for the city of Lecce and all of Puglia. With Lumina World, the Municipality and the Region have sought to enhance this site, transforming it for a season into a tourist and emotional destination that combines wonder, family time, and the discovery of the Salento territory.

Lumina World — edition 2026

The first edition of Lumina World brings life to Belloluogo Park in Lecce from April 25 to July 12, 2026 (date extended from the original closing). The immersive light park is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM, featuring the Aquarius marine theme, live shows, and video mapping on the Belloluogo Tower.

The inaugural edition of Lumina World has brought a major immersive light park to Puglia for the first time. From April 25 to July 12, 2026, Belloluogo Park in Lecce has lit up every weekend with giant lanterns, LED installations, and scenery dedicated to the marine world. The event, produced by XCUBE3D and supported by the Puglia Region, combined art, technology, and family entertainment in an evening trail with great visual impact.

Programme Lumina World 2026

Days and hours

Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM, with experiences starting at 8:00 PM.

Shows in the Arena of Wonders

  • Friday – ILLUSION 3D: light performance and dance mapping (two shows per evening).
  • Saturday – NIGHT OF THE ORIENT: folklore, music, light show, and fire performance (two shows).
  • Sunday – THE MERMAID'S SONG: immersive show with 3D projections and the mermaid character (two shows).

Installations and areas

  • Coral Tunnel with LED creatures
  • Garden of Abyssal Lanterns (turtles, dolphins, ten-meter giant octopus, seahorses)
  • Mermaid's Cave
  • Pixel Coral Bay with geodesic dome
  • Video mapping on the Belloluogo Tower
  • Children's area, street food area, and lounge bar with concerts

Highlights Lumina World 2026

  • First-ever edition of a light wonder park in Puglia
  • Aquarius theme dedicated to the marine world and the Mediterranean
  • Ten-meter-wide glowing octopus and handcrafted giant lanterns
  • Video mapping on the medieval Belloluogo Tower
  • Three different shows rotating between Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Prices Lumina World 2026

<p>Single Pass (Full Experience): €10 + booking fees. Kids Pass (3-13 years): €5 + booking fees. Family Pass (2 adults + 1 minor): €20 + booking fees. Tickets available online at the official website luminaworld.eu.</p>

Practical information — Lumina World

Location

Parco di Belloluogo, Via Vecchia Surbo, Lecce (LE). Approximately 170 parking spaces are available across the two entrances.

How to get there

The park is about a 10-minute drive from the center of Lecce, 40 minutes from Brindisi, and about 1 hour and 15 minutes from Taranto. By train, arrive at Lecce station and continue via local transport or taxi.

Hours and tickets

Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM. Tickets are available online on the official website: Single Pass €10, Kids Pass (3-13 years) €5, Family Pass (2 adults + 1 minor) €20, plus booking fees.

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Where does it take place — Lumina World

Parco di Belloluogo

Via Vecchia Surbo, 73100 Lecce

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Lumina World in brief

Sound and light Visual arts Digital arts Contemporary art Art installation Video mapping Family Children Outdoor Night Multidisciplinary Lecce