Experience the magic of Holy Week 2025 with the Vatican’s published calendar of liturgical celebrations! From April 13, Palm Sunday, to April 27, Divine Mercy Sunday, St. Peter’s Square and St. Peter’s Basilica will be the hub of spiritual gatherings, uniting faithful from all corners of the globe for a momentous occasion in the liturgical calendar.
Embark on this spiritual journey starting April 13 at 10:00 a.m., with Palm Sunday Mass in St. Peter’s Square, commemorating Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem and the events leading up to his Passion. Dive deeper into the Holy Week experience on April 17, Holy Thursday, with the Chrism Mass at 9:30 a.m. in St. Peter’s Basilica. The following day, on Good Friday, witness the solemn celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 5:00 p.m. in the same church, followed by the moving Stations of the Cross at the Colosseum at 9:15 p.m., illuminated by the warm glow of torchlight.
As Holy Saturday dawns on April 19, immerse yourself in the Easter Vigil starting at 7:30 p.m. in St. Peter’s Basilica, setting the stage for the joyous celebration of the Resurrection on Easter Sunday, April 20, with the Mass of the Resurrection at 10:30 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square, culminating in the powerful “Urbi et Orbi” blessing.
Mark your calendar for April 27, a day of great anticipation, as Blessed Carlo Acutis ascends to sainthood in a special ceremony in St. Peter’s Square as part of the Jubilee for Adolescents.
While these celebrations promise to be unforgettable, the Holy See Press Office has mentioned that Pope Francis’s participation will be subject to his health in the weeks leading up to the event. Stay tuned for updates!
