World Youth Day 2027
World Youth Day (WYD) 2027, a gathering of young Catholics from all over the world held every three to four years, will be held in Seoul, Korea from August 3 to 8 with Pope Leo. It is a pilgrimage, a celebration of youth, an expression of the universal Church and an intense moment of evangelization for the world. To learn more about World Youth Day, visit the official World Youth Day website here(opens in new tab).
Join fellow Catholics from the Archdiocese of Seattle for 2027 World Youth Day.
Join us for WYD in Seoul: Two Ways to Participate
Join us Sept 8 for a Sneak Peak Conversation online
If you're curious and want to learn more, Verso Ministries, our pilgrimage partner, is hosting a Sneak Peek Online Conversation on September 8 at 5 pm where you can hear about the pilgrimage, ask questions, and explore whether this journey is right for you.
Local World Youth Day
Celebration in the Archdicoese of Seattle
What does a Local WYD Day look like?
For those not attending World Youth Day in Korea - Attend one of our local events in the Archdiocese of Seattle. More details coming soon. Local events will mirror events taking place in Seoul.
Who should attend Local WYD?
Our local WYD event is for parish youth groups, young adult groups, as well as college-aged young adults and young families. Individuals under the age of 18 can attend with a parent or chaperone.
More information to come!
Please check this page for updates on our local WYD events.
“Take Courage! I have overcome the world.”
Jn 16: 33
Questions
Local Events
Kimberly Abadir
206-274-3175
kimberly.abadir@seattlearch.org
Local WYD Registration
Lisa Hillyard
206-382-4883
lisa.hillyard@seattlearch.org
Seoul Event
Diana Casallas Lopez
206-382-2010
diana.casallaslopez@seattlearch.org