Blood of Saint Januarius liquefies in Naples

The blood of Saint Januarius liquefied at the Naples Cathedral on September 19, 2026. The announcement was made at 10:04 a.m., just before the Mass for the saint's feast day began.

Vincenzo de Gregorio, the provost of the Chapel of Saint Januarius, announced the event by waving a white cloth. This occurrence marks the third time the blood has liquefied in 2026, following previous instances on May 8 during a visit by Pope Leo XIV and an earlier event in the spring.

According to local tradition, the liquefaction of the relics typically occurs three times a year in May, on September 19, and on December 16. During the Mass, Archbishop Domenico Battaglia addressed the problem of violence and organized crime, stating that religious gestures should not be used to justify criminal activities.