For the first time, witness a show where live music, history, and brilliant light displays come together to present this anchor of Sacramento’s heritage in a whole new light. Now playing in the heart of Sacramento at the iconic Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, experience timeless beauty glow from every angle and powerful music ring from every stone.
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“We know the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament is a beautiful place as it is, but this is the way I’d describe it is beauty stacked on top of beauty and then some. You’ve got SO much going on here!”
- Hank Flynn, Fox 29
“A breathtaking spectacle through 360 video mapping, live music and storytelling. This performance explores history, color, light, resilience, and community in the historic church ahead of America’s 250th birthday celebration.”
- NBC 10
“Luminiscence tells the story of the cathedral, our city, and the founding of our country.”
- Nydia Han, ABC 6 Action News
"The projection mapping ebbs and flows in its color and intensity revealing sacred artwork and architectural detail across nearly every surface of the church interior."
- Jay Sorgi -
“There are moments when a city stops simply being a destination and becomes a feeling. This summer, Sacramento is preparing for one of those moments.”
Celebrate. Socialize. Explore.
“Through light and music, audiences will be taken on a journey through the story of a community shaped by immigration, devotion, resilience, and hope.”
- Metro Sacramento
“The Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament plays a pivotal role in Sacramento’s history — and this summer, she’s home to multisensory projections and spellbinding music.”
- Secret Sacramento
“Perfect for a date night, girls night or a special family outing!”
- Kid Friendly Sacramento
HISTORY
Narration lies at the heart of the show. Get ready to embark on a journey through time, growth, and gatherings where human experience, renewal, and resilience intertwine.
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360° VIDEO MAPPING
Thanks to cutting-edge technology, let yourself be amazed by the way light sculpts history. The Cathedral lights up, and transforms into a vast, living canvas.
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LIVE MUSIC
Be moved by the strings, brass, woodwinds, and choir. This artful choreography between music and architecture is carried by a sound system that envelops the audience.
Get TicketsA prelude to the show uncovers the history of the Cathedral.
Before taking your seat, stroll freely through the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament accompanied by the melodies of exceptional live musicians. Along the way, take a closer look at the architecture and art. Enjoy this gentle introduction as you blend listening and contemplation.
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The immersive 360° show…
Sit comfortably in the Cathedral as you are enveloped by light and music. You'll experience a 360-degree show where history, brilliant light displays, and music come together to reveal the beauty of this sacred monument.
Act I: Gathering
Act II: Community
Act III: Nation
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On select special evenings, LUMINISCENCE LIVE+ presents a symphonic version of the show with the LUMINISCENCE orchestra and choir. On other nights, LUMINISCENCE LIVE brings a live choir and recorded music with some of the most impressive voices from the region. These rare performances offer a fully immersive symphonic experience where the power of the orchestra and the emotion of the choir come together in perfect harmony. Experience total sonic immersion in one of the most spectacular acoustic spaces in the city.
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At its inception, the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament was the largest religious building west of the Mississippi. Constructed between 1886 and 1889 by the visionary Bishop Patrick Manogue and architect Bryan J. Clinch, its dome stands one block from the dome of the Capital Building—a deliberate reminder that both church and state must serve the common good side by side.
The exterior structure is modeled after the ornate Neo-Renaissance Church of the Holy Trinity in Paris, France. The interior is adorned with sacred, meaningful art gifted by some of the most influential families in California’s history, parishioners, and donors. With its 215-foot bell tower and its massive dome, the Cathedral has sheltered the city of Sacramento for 137 years. Recently, it has been named one of the most stunning cathedrals in the U.S. by National Geographic.
As the beloved Mother Church of the Archdiocese of Sacramento, the Cathedral has had several renovations carefully curated to keep the building and the congregation thriving. It stands today as a testament to incredible artistic ambition, Sacramento’s rich immigrant history, and the community’s desire to provide a home to all who need one.
Address: 1019 11th St, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
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About the experience
The experience takes place inside Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament:
1019 11th St, Sacramento, CA 95814.
People usually spend 60 minutes at this experience. The main show lasts 45 minutes but there is a 40 minute pre-show with live music before the designated start time and a walk-through exhibit area where guests can learn more about the historic building and the show..
Please arrive up to 45 minutes before concert time. The security lines will close at the time of the show. Due to the nature of the show and to protect the experience for all, we cannot seat people once the show has begun.
Yes. For the safety and comfort of all guests, absolutely no weapons of any kind are permitted on-site. This includes, but not limited to, knives and guns (including concealed carry). Security reserves the right to enforce this policy at the venue entrance.
Attendees are asked to remove hats prior to entering the nave to respect the wishes of the Cathedral.
No food or beverages are allowed inside the nave.
About tickets
In the Fever App, available on Google Play and the Apple Store.
On the Fever website.
You can find your ticket in the "Tickets" section of the Fever app (you can download it from the Apple App Store or Google Play). Please remember to log in with the same login method used to make the purchase.
You will also find your QR code in your purchase confirmation email.
This experience allows date changes up to 48 hours in advance. If you would like to make the change, please contact us and include the ticket ID associated with your purchase. You can also check if this option is available by consulting your ticket in the "Tickets" section of the Fever App where, if enabled, the "Change date and/or time" button will appear. Follow the steps indicated in the link to change the date and/or time of the ticket.
No refunds are permitted under any circumstances. For more information, you can consult our T&Cs.
About access to the event
"Our mission is to preserve, share, and promote our history and heritage by highlighting emblematic sites that are part of our shared legacy. We are proud to offer an artistic, immersive, and inclusive experience that allows as many people as possible to discover the richness of our heritage, regardless of age, culture, nationality, or religion. We hope that LUMINISCENCE will inspire audiences to see sacred monuments in a new light, creating a unique emotional, memorial, and sensory connection."
Romain Sarfati, Co-founder and CEO of LOTCHI
Offer the LUMINISCENCE experience as a gift. Receive a unique gift code to share with a recipient. They can use it directly on the Fever app to book their desired date.
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