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Calendar of Catholic Events & Festivals around the world





Welcome to our Catholic events calendar.  We are constantly adding new Catholic events that will be of interest to travelers, so come back often. To view details of an event, click and a pop-up window will open (you may need to scroll up a bit).  Once you read the event details be sure to X-out to return to the calendar.  The red X is at the top right of the event details.

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Events in December 2022

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    ITALY, Vatican City State (Rome) Procession of the World Youth Day Cross Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    ITALY, Vatican City State (Rome) Procession of the World Youth Day Cross Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler


    December 2, 2022

    All young people visiting Rome are invited to the San Lorenzo Center every Friday for the procession of the World Youth Day Cross followed by The International Mass, often is celebrated by Bishops and Cardinals of the Vatican, and even the Pope on previous occasions.

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    Feast of Saint Nicholas Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Feast of Saint Nicholas Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 6, 2022

    There really was a Saint Nicholas...(from what is now modern-day Turkey) here is the Church of Saint Nicholas in Turkey

    Church of St Nicholas

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    Feast of Saint Ambrose Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Feast of Saint Ambrose Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 7, 2022

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    FRANCE (Lyon) Festival of Lights Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    FRANCE (Lyon) Festival of Lights Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 8, 2022

    An annual celebration in Lyon at the Basilica of Our Lady of Fouviere.  Check out this page for more information.

    Hour of Grace ( Rosa Mystica) Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Hour of Grace ( Rosa Mystica) Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler


    December 8, 2022

    As requested by the Blessed Virgin Mary in Montichiari, an hour of Grace on December 8 of each year (coincides with the Immaculate Conception).

    On the first appearance the Blessed Mother told Sister Pierina that she wanted to be known as the ‘Mystical Rose,’ and that an hour of grace should be kept at noon, December 8th, in all the Catholic Churches of the world. The Blessed Mother wanted this to be known through all of Italy, and the entire world.

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    Feast of Saint Juan Diego Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Feast of Saint Juan Diego Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 9, 2022

    Our Lady of Guadalupe appeared to Juan Diego..now a saint. Here is the story.

    ITALY, Vatican City State (Rome) Procession of the World Youth Day Cross Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    ITALY, Vatican City State (Rome) Procession of the World Youth Day Cross Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler


    December 9, 2022

    All young people visiting Rome are invited to the San Lorenzo Center every Friday for the procession of the World Youth Day Cross followed by The International Mass, often is celebrated by Bishops and Cardinals of the Vatican, and even the Pope on previous occasions.

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    Feast of Our Lady of Loreto Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Feast of Our Lady of Loreto Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 10, 2022

    In honor of the Holy House of Loreto, this Feast Day was established by Pope Francis.

    Feast of Our Lady of Loreto Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Feast of Our Lady of Loreto Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 10, 2022

    San Antonio, Texas: Annual pilgrimage of Saint Juan Diego Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    San Antonio, Texas: Annual pilgrimage of Saint Juan Diego Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler


    December 10, 2022

    El Camino de San Antonio Missions invites you to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe at the Annual Pilgrimage of San Juan Diego on Saturday, December 10 at 7:00 AM.

    Annual San Juan Diego pilgrimage in San Antonio, TexasThe Pilgrimage of San Juan Diego will be celebrated with hundreds of matachine dancers (native dancers) processing from Mission San Juan Capistrano (9101 Graf Rd, San Antonio, TX 78214) to Mission San Jose (701 E Pyron Ave, San Antonio, TX 78214).

    We invite you to arrive at 7:00 AM and line the path from Mission San Juan to Mission San Jose to await the matachines dancing in procession. As the matachines process toward Mission San Jose, you are invited to join their procession. This is an unforgettable experience to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe. ✨ Parking is very limited at Mission San Juan. We highly encourage parking at Mission San Jose and carpooling together.

    To learn more about the Missions of San Antonio, click here.
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  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    MEXICO (Mexico City) Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    MEXICO (Mexico City) Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 12, 2022

    Our Lady of Guadalupe is Patroness of the Americas.  The Feast Day is celebrated many places, but especially at the Basilica in Mexico City.

    Here is one persons' description of the Feast Day in Mexico City.

    Cathedral of Merica
    Calle 60, Centro
    Mérida, Yucatan 97000
  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    Feast of Saint Lucy Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Feast of Saint Lucy Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 13, 2022

    Rail strikes across Great Britain Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Rail strikes across Great Britain Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 13, 2022 December 17, 2022

    Tuesday will see the first of four days of rail strikes this week, with further action on Wednesday 14, Friday 16 and Saturday 17 December, led by the Transport Salaried Staffs’ Association (TSSA) and Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) unions.

    The strikes will affect Network Rail and 14 major operators. Significant disruption can be expected across the country, with 80 per cent of services likely to be cancelled on strike days. There will be a knock-on effect on the days following strike action.

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    Rail strikes across Great Britain Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Rail strikes across Great Britain Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 13, 2022 December 17, 2022

    Tuesday will see the first of four days of rail strikes this week, with further action on Wednesday 14, Friday 16 and Saturday 17 December, led by the Transport Salaried Staffs’ Association (TSSA) and Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) unions.

    The strikes will affect Network Rail and 14 major operators. Significant disruption can be expected across the country, with 80 per cent of services likely to be cancelled on strike days. There will be a knock-on effect on the days following strike action.

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    All Day
    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    Rail strikes across Great Britain Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Rail strikes across Great Britain Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    All Day
    December 13, 2022 December 17, 2022

    Tuesday will see the first of four days of rail strikes this week, with further action on Wednesday 14, Friday 16 and Saturday 17 December, led by the Transport Salaried Staffs’ Association (TSSA) and Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) unions.

    The strikes will affect Network Rail and 14 major operators. Significant disruption can be expected across the country, with 80 per cent of services likely to be cancelled on strike days. There will be a knock-on effect on the days following strike action.

    Feast of St John of the Cross Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Feast of St John of the Cross Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 15, 2022

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    Rail strikes across Great Britain Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Rail strikes across Great Britain Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    All Day
    December 13, 2022 December 17, 2022

    Tuesday will see the first of four days of rail strikes this week, with further action on Wednesday 14, Friday 16 and Saturday 17 December, led by the Transport Salaried Staffs’ Association (TSSA) and Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) unions.

    The strikes will affect Network Rail and 14 major operators. Significant disruption can be expected across the country, with 80 per cent of services likely to be cancelled on strike days. There will be a knock-on effect on the days following strike action.

    ITALY, Vatican City State (Rome) Procession of the World Youth Day Cross Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    ITALY, Vatican City State (Rome) Procession of the World Youth Day Cross Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler


    December 16, 2022

    All young people visiting Rome are invited to the San Lorenzo Center every Friday for the procession of the World Youth Day Cross followed by The International Mass, often is celebrated by Bishops and Cardinals of the Vatican, and even the Pope on previous occasions.

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    All Day
    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    Rail strikes across Great Britain Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Rail strikes across Great Britain Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    All Day
    December 13, 2022 December 17, 2022

    Tuesday will see the first of four days of rail strikes this week, with further action on Wednesday 14, Friday 16 and Saturday 17 December, led by the Transport Salaried Staffs’ Association (TSSA) and Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) unions.

    The strikes will affect Network Rail and 14 major operators. Significant disruption can be expected across the country, with 80 per cent of services likely to be cancelled on strike days. There will be a knock-on effect on the days following strike action.

    ITALY (Siena) Eucharistic Miracle hosts publicly displayed Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    ITALY (Siena) Eucharistic Miracle hosts publicly displayed Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    December 17, 2022

    On the 17th of each month the miraculous hosts are displayed in St. Francis Church in Siena.

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    Bambinelli Sunday..Children present the Christ child from their Nativity Sets for a blessing Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Bambinelli Sunday..Children present the Christ child from their Nativity Sets for a blessing Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 18, 2022

    A tradition started by Pope John Paul II....here is what it is all about.

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    Feast of St. Mother Cabrini Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Feast of St. Mother Cabrini Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 22, 2022

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

    ITALY, Vatican City State (Rome) Procession of the World Youth Day Cross Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    ITALY, Vatican City State (Rome) Procession of the World Youth Day Cross Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler


    December 23, 2022

    All young people visiting Rome are invited to the San Lorenzo Center every Friday for the procession of the World Youth Day Cross followed by The International Mass, often is celebrated by Bishops and Cardinals of the Vatican, and even the Pope on previous occasions.

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    All Day
    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

  • Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Most European Christmas Markets Are Open Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    November 25, 2022 December 25, 2022

    Most European Christmas markets open the Sunday after the first Friday in Advent and go through Christmas Eve.  Check out these markets.

    European Christmas Markets

  • Feast of St. Thomas Becket Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    Feast of St. Thomas Becket Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

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    December 29, 2022

  • ITALY, Vatican City State (Rome) Procession of the World Youth Day Cross Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler

    ITALY, Vatican City State (Rome) Procession of the World Youth Day Cross Settings > Display, and change "Link-titler


    December 30, 2022

    All young people visiting Rome are invited to the San Lorenzo Center every Friday for the procession of the World Youth Day Cross followed by The International Mass, often is celebrated by Bishops and Cardinals of the Vatican, and even the Pope on previous occasions.


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