Join the Diocese of Evansville along with hundreds of thousands of others for an adventure of a lifetime! We are heading to Seoul, South Korea in the summer of 2027! Dates are not yet confirmed, but you can receive more information by filling out the WYD Interest Form by clicking the button below.
What is World Youth Day?
World Youth Day (WYD) is a worldwide encounter with the Pope which is typically celebrated every three years in a different country. Pope John Paul II announced the institution of World Youth Day in December, 1985. The most recent WYD was celebrated in Panama City, Panamá in 2019 and this next World Youth Day will be held in Lisbon, Portugal in 2023.
WYD is an opportunity to experience in first person the universality of the Church; to share with the whole world the hope of many young people who want to commit themselves to Christ and others. World Youth Day is a unique way to deepen your faith and grow closer to Christ, by means of prayer and the sacraments, together with thousands of other young people who share your interests and ambitions.
Who can Attend?
World Youth Day is primarily for youth and young adults (ages 16-35). Those over 35 years old are certainly welcome if they are a chaplain for the group, a legal parent / guardian of a minor, or a parish group leader.
- Minors age 18 or under must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian.
- 18 year-olds must have graduated from high school (or above applies).
- All adults must successfully complete Diocesan Safe Environment Training and complete a Criminal Background Check before departure.
- Participants must agree to the terms of the Diocesan Codes of Conduct.
- Participants will need to be able to walk up to 10 miles on certain days throughout the trip. Please keep in mind that this is more of a pilgrimage than a vacation.
"Each minor (aged 16 & 17) must have an adult responsible for them in [Seoul]."
-US Conference of Catholic Bishops
-US Conference of Catholic Bishops
To give you an idea of how we have done things in the past, see information for WYD Lisbon (2023) below.
2023 WYD Lisbon
Itinerary & Features
Fri. July 28
Depart for overnight flight to Europe.
Sat. July 29
Arrive into Lisbon. Group will be met by English speaking guides and will head for Santarem, the location of the Eucharistic Miracle. Possible Mass. We will then make our way to the Fatima area. Activities are pending approval from Fatima and Vatican. Check into hotel. We then have a Welcome WYD Rally. Overnight near Fatima.
Sun. July 30
After an early breakfast, we will spend the day in the Fatima area. We will walk the stations of the cross to Aljustrel, the village of the 3 children, visit the Chapel of the Apparitions, and participate in the candlelight procession. Overnight near Fatima.
Mon. July 31
After breakfast we will head to Lisbon for a brief city tour and check into our hotel. Evening is free to explore this great city!
Tues. Aug 1
This morning, after breakfast you will have the opportunity to become familiar with the city of Lisbon. Perhaps a visit to the Church of St. Anthony or a walking tour of the old city. The afternoon will be the time for the Opening Mass.
Wed. Aug 2 – Fri. Aug 4
Catechesis in the morning each day, followed by evening cultural events. On Thursday we officially welcome the Holy Father to Lisbon. On Friday, we take part in the Stations of the Cross with the Holy Father.
Sat. Aug 5
Probable Mass with all other US pilgrims followed by the vigil.
Sun. Aug 6
Closing Mass with the Holy Father – Afternoon free. Group Dinner
Mon. Aug 7
Depart for USA
Itinerary & Features
Fri. July 28
Depart for overnight flight to Europe.
Sat. July 29
Arrive into Lisbon. Group will be met by English speaking guides and will head for Santarem, the location of the Eucharistic Miracle. Possible Mass. We will then make our way to the Fatima area. Activities are pending approval from Fatima and Vatican. Check into hotel. We then have a Welcome WYD Rally. Overnight near Fatima.
Sun. July 30
After an early breakfast, we will spend the day in the Fatima area. We will walk the stations of the cross to Aljustrel, the village of the 3 children, visit the Chapel of the Apparitions, and participate in the candlelight procession. Overnight near Fatima.
Mon. July 31
After breakfast we will head to Lisbon for a brief city tour and check into our hotel. Evening is free to explore this great city!
Tues. Aug 1
This morning, after breakfast you will have the opportunity to become familiar with the city of Lisbon. Perhaps a visit to the Church of St. Anthony or a walking tour of the old city. The afternoon will be the time for the Opening Mass.
Wed. Aug 2 – Fri. Aug 4
Catechesis in the morning each day, followed by evening cultural events. On Thursday we officially welcome the Holy Father to Lisbon. On Friday, we take part in the Stations of the Cross with the Holy Father.
Sat. Aug 5
Probable Mass with all other US pilgrims followed by the vigil.
Sun. Aug 6
Closing Mass with the Holy Father – Afternoon free. Group Dinner
Mon. Aug 7
Depart for USA
Registration Information
Those wishing to attend WYD 2023 as part of the diocesan pilgrimage must fill out the official registration form and mail it, along with a deposit of $350, to the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry. Once all spots have been filled, a wait list will be made available. Please click the registration button at the top of the page to open the official WYD Lisbon Registration Form.
Contact Us
Still have questions?
No worries. That's why we're here.
You can contact the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry via phone by calling (812) 424-5536, or you can send Jeremy Goebel an email at [email protected]
No worries. That's why we're here.
You can contact the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry via phone by calling (812) 424-5536, or you can send Jeremy Goebel an email at [email protected]
