Outline of Activities

Gathering and Registration (until Tuesday)

Pilgrims gather in the host city for World Youth Day.

Opening Mass (Tuesday)

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 Triduum (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)

Pilgrims participate in catechetical sessions led by bishops, deepening their understanding of the faith.

Youth Festival (Tuesday to Friday)

Various events for young people are held around the host diocese.

Reconciliation Center and Vocations Fair (Tuesday to Friday)

Pilgrims are invited to reconcile with the Lord through Confession and hear His call by learning about diverse vocations.

Papal Welcome Ceremony (Thursday)

Young people gather with excitement to welcome the Holy Father on Thursday afternoon.

Way of the Cross (Friday)

The Pope and the pilgrims come together to meditate on the Way of the Cross prepared for them by young people.

Vigil (Saturday)

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)

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 the Volunteers (Sunday)

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.