Outline of Activities
Outline of Activities
Gathering and Registration
Pilgrims gather in the host city for World Youth Day.
Opening Mass
Tuesday, August 3
World Youth Day officially begins with the Opening Mass, celebrated by the Ordinary of the host diocese, marking the start of the international gathering.
Catechesis
Wednesday, August 4 to Friday, August 6
Pilgrims participate in catechetical sessions led by bishops, deepening their understanding of the faith.
Youth Festival
Tuesday, August 3 to Friday, August 6
Various events for young people are held around the host diocese.
Reconciliation Park and Vocational Fair
Tuesday, August 3 to Friday, August 6
Pilgrims are invited to reconcile with the Lord through Confession and hear His call by learning about diverse vocations.
Papal Welcome
Thursday, August 5
Young people gather with excitement to welcome the Holy Father on Thursday afternoon.
Way of the Cross
Friday, August 6
The Pope and the pilgrims come together to meditate on the Way of the Cross prepared for them by young people.
Vigil
Saturday, August 7
On Saturday, all the pilgrims move to the venue for the Closing Mass.With the Holy Father, they pray and adore the Eucharist before settling in to spend the night there.
Closing Mass
Sunday, August 8
As Sunday morning breaks, the pilgrims unite in the celebration of Mass with the Pope.At the conclusion of the liturgy, he announces the location of the next World Youth Day.
Meeting with Volunteers
Sunday, August 8
Finally, after the Closing Mass, the Holy Father meets with the World Youth Day volunteers to express his gratitude and offer them words of encouragement.