Jubilee 2025 Preparations Underway
The Vatican held a press conference on May 9, 2025 to announce progress and updates on Jubilee 2025 preparations, which are already well underway.
Jubilee 2025 theme: Pilgrims of Hope
The Vatican Jubilee 2025 theme is “Pilgrims of Hope.” Pope Francis explained the meaning of the Jubilee motto in a letter he wrote to Monsignor Rino Fisichella, who is in charge of organizing the 2025 Holy Year event.
The forthcoming Jubilee can contribute greatly to restoring a climate of hope and trust as a prelude to the renewal and rebirth that we so urgently desire; that is why I have chosen as the motto of the Jubilee, Pilgrims of Hope. This will indeed be the case if we are capable of recovering a sense of universal fraternity and refuse to turn a blind eye to the tragedy of rampant poverty that prevents millions of men, women, young people and children from living in a manner worthy of our human dignity.
POPE FRANCIS LETTER TO MSGR. FISICHELLA, FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Jubilee Year starts in December 2024
Vatican City and the city of Rome are expecting tens of millions of religious pilgrims for the Jubilee Holy Year, which starts in December 2024 and concludes in January 2026. The two city governments are working together along with the Italian national government to prepare to host such a large influx of visitors.
Where to find information on Jubilee 2025
The Vatican will be providing updates and information about the Holy Year on its official Jubilee website, where you can find Jubilee 2025 articles from Vatican News and press releases.
Another source of information on Jubilee 2025 progress and news is the Catholic Television Network EWTN (search EWTN’s YouTube channel here for Jubilee news).
Planning travel for Jubilee 2025
If you’re planning to travel to Rome for the Holy Year, our site has a wealth of resources to help you build your itinerary, book an unforgettable trip, and stay connected with Italy after you return home.
Book train tickets in Rome and Italy
You can browse fares and timetables and book Italian train tickets with our rail travel partner ItaliaRail.
Book tours and activities in the Vatican, Rome, and Italy
Our tour partner ItaliaTours offers a wide variety of expert-led tours and activities for all budget levels and for all interests, from religious pilgrimages to explorations of ancient Rome, as well as food tours and day trips. Browse all of ItaliaTours offerings here, or choose something that interests you from the list below:
- Heart of Rome walking tour
- Vatican Museums by Night with Sistine Chapel Experience
- Amalfi Coast day trip from Rome
- Eat as the Romans Do authentic street food experience
Get connected with other Jubilee travelers to Italy
Join our Italy traveler community ItaliaPass to connect with other travelers to Italy who can help you get answers to your questions about everything from planning your itinerary to tips on train travel, eating out, and exploring off the beaten path.