The traditional candle display in the shape of an 89 will once again be a central part of the Leipzig Festival of Lights on 9 October 2026. This year, the candle 89 will be located at Thomaskirchhof / corner of Klostergasse. Throughout the evening, visitors can place tealights there, joining together in a quiet gesture of remembrance of the Peaceful Revolution. The candles are available free of charge or in return for a voluntary donation at all candle and information stands in the city centre. This year, the proceeds from candle donations will benefit Haus Steinstraße e. V.
Haus Steinstraße e. V. is a Leipzig-based sociocultural centre, intergenerational centre and recognised independent provider of youth services. The association creates spaces for cultural education, encounters and civic engagement. Through courses, workshops, theatre programmes, holiday activities, and its family and community café, Haus Steinstraße brings together people of different generations, life paths and backgrounds. Its focus is on openness, respect, active participation and inclusion, with the aim of making culture and education accessible to everyone.
