Pope Leo XIV in Assisi for the GO! Franciscan Youth Meeting: How to Organize Your Stay

The summer of 2026 gives Assisi an event of extraordinary spiritual intensity and profound joy. On the occasion of the celebrations for the Eighth Centenary of the Passing of Saint Francis, our city is preparing to welcome Pope Leo XIV, who on August 6, 2026, will meet thousands of young people from all over Europe for the GO! Franciscan Youth Meeting.

If you are planning to participate in this historic event or looking for a place to experience these days of faith and fraternity, here is all the useful information about the event and the highlights of the day with the Holy Father.

The Program of August 6th at Santa Maria degli Angeli

The day of August 6th will have its beating heart at the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli, where the Pope will pilgrimage alongside young people aged 18 to 33 from every corner of the continent:

🕊️ 9:00 AM – Meeting with the youth: Pope Leo XIV will offer a spiritual reflection designed to guide the new generations to face the challenges of the present in the Franciscan spirit.

✝️ 10:30 AM – Solemn Eucharistic Celebration: The Mass presided over by the Pontiff, concluding with the missionary mandate to all participants.

The event is part of the rich program of the meeting (taking place from August 3rd to 6th) promoted by the Franciscan Families, the Diocese of Assisi, and the Municipality, to rediscover the beauty of hope and dialogue.

A peaceful oasis for your stay in Assisi

Participating in large gatherings and grace events is an experience full of emotions, but after the confusion and intense days of prayer, finding silence becomes essential.

Just a few minutes from Santa Maria degli Angeli and the historic center, Essentia Assisi is the ideal retreat for those seeking:

Silence and Nature: An environment immersed in greenery to relax and reorder thoughts.

Genuine Breakfasts: Homemade products, also attentive to specific dietary needs, to start the day with the right energy.

Family Hospitality: A few carefully curated rooms to guarantee maximum tranquility and authentic attention to detail.

⚠️ Useful information for booking

Given the significance of the event for the Eighth Centenary of St. Francis, the demand for accommodations in Assisi for the first week of August is very high.

As we have an intimate and small structure, our room availability is limited. If you wish to experience the days of the gathering with the Pope while enjoying the tranquility of the Umbrian countryside, we recommend booking your stay well in advance.

👉 https://booking.ireservation.it/it/

(For more information on the official program of the meeting and registrations, you can visit the website goassisi.org).