Rome Set to Host Half a Million Youth for Monumental Catholic Jubilee

Rome is preparing to welcome over half a million young people from 146 countries for the Jubilee of Youth, the largest event of the 2025 Holy Year.

The weeklong gathering, running from July 28 to August 3, will feature religious celebrations, cultural events, and opportunities for spiritual growth, including access to the Holy Doors of the Papal Basilicas. The event aims to foster hope, fraternity, and peace among youth in a world marked by conflict. Delegations from countries such as South Korea, Egypt, and the United States are sending thousands of participants, with many more joining via livestream.

Organizers emphasize the Jubilee as a unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience for young Catholics worldwide.