The trip
Suwon, then Seoul
A Jesus Youth gathering with young people from around the world, then the WYD week with Pope Leo XIV.
The JY Australia group
At a glance
| When | 29 July – 8 August 2027: the Pre-WYD Gathering in Suwon, then WYD Seoul Flights aren’t included: you book your own to arrive in Korea by 29 July. |
| Who | Young adults aged 18 and over, travelling as one Jesus Youth group with JY leaders |
| Cost | AUD $1,400 per person One package covering accommodation and meals at the Pre-WYD Gathering, plus basic accommodation, meals and transport in Seoul. Flights are not included. Registered for Chosen 2026? Get $100 off. |
| Key dates | EOI open now · Registration details are sent to everyone who submits an EOI |
Part 1
Jesus Youth Pre-WYD Gathering
Diocese of Suwon, Korea
Before WYD begins, Jesus Youth from around the world gather for a few days of prayer, fellowship, leadership and friendship. In the spirit of the Assisi Youth Forum at the Jubilee for Youth, it’s a chance to meet young people from other countries, share stories and build connections that last.
- Arrive 29 July 2027
- Gathering 29 July evening to 2 August noon
- Travel to Seoul 2 August, after lunch
- Venue Diocese of Suwon (venue to be announced)
- Who About 600–750 young people from many countries
- Includes Accommodation and meals
- Cost Included in the AUD $1,400 package
The venue is being confirmed with the Diocese of Suwon.
Part 2
World Youth Day Seoul
Seoul · 2–8 August 2027
Together we join half a million pilgrims for the official WYD week with Pope Leo XIV: catechesis, the Youth Festival, the Way of the Cross, the Vigil and the Closing Mass.
- Includes Basic accommodation, meals and transport in Seoul
- Cost Included in the AUD $1,400 package
Basic accommodation is WYD’s communal accommodation, assigned by the WYD organisers: simple, shared spaces in public and institutional facilities such as school auditoriums, classrooms, gymnasiums and universities, with shared toilets and bathrooms. Bring your own sleeping bag.
Official program outline
WYD week in Seoul
Venues are still being confirmed by the organisers. Before this week, our group is at the Jesus Youth Pre-WYD Gathering in the Diocese of Suwon.
Mon
2
Travel to Seoul
After lunch at the Pre-WYD Gathering we head to Seoul and check in.
Tue
3
Opening Mass
Celebrated by the Archbishop of Seoul. The Youth Festival, Reconciliation Park and Vocations Fair open (until Fri).
Wed
4
Catechesis
Morning teaching, Mass and Q&A with bishops in your language (Wed–Fri).
Thu
5
Welcome of the Pope
Pope Leo XIV greets the young people of the world.
Fri
6
Way of the Cross
Stations prepared by young people, prayed with the Holy Father.
Sat
7
Vigil
Walk to the final venue, Eucharistic adoration with the Pope, then sleep under the sky.
Sun
8
Closing Mass
Sunrise Mass with the Pope, and the next WYD host city is announced.