Pope Francis Itinerary & Schedule in DC, New York, and Philadelphia
Washington, DC Sept. 22–24
Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 4 p.m.
Arrival from Cuba
Location: Joint Base Andrews
His arrival at Andrews Air Force Base marks the first time the pope will set foot on U.S. soil. He will be greeted by President Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, Vice President Joe Biden and his wife Jill.
Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 9:15 a.m.
Welcoming ceremony
Location: The White House
Pope Francis will appear at an official welcoming ceremony on the White House South Lawn. He will meet with President Obama following the South Lawn appearance.
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Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 11:00 a.m.
Papal parade
Location: The Ellipse
After leaving the White House, Pope Francis will travel in the "popemobile" along 15th Street, Constitution Avenue and 17th Street, NW. The parade will be free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. Gates will be opening for the Ellipse and the National Mall at 4:00 a.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 11:30 a.m.
Meeting with U.S. bishops
Location: Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle
His Holiness will lead a midday prayer from the Liturgy of Hours, alongside Bishops from the United States at the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle.
Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 4:15 p.m.
Holy Mass and canonization of Junipero Serra
Location: Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
Approximately 25,000 people are expected to attend this mass and it will serve as a canonization for Franciscan missionary Junipero Serra, a Spanish-born Franciscan Friar known for starting nine Spanish missions in California in the 1700s.
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Thursday, Sept. 24 at 9:20 a.m.
U.S. Capitol
Location: U.S. Capitol
Pope Francis will address a joint meeting of Congress, making him the first pope in history to do so. Video screens will be set up on the West Front of the Capitol toward the National Mall so thousands can watch the speech from outside.
Thursday, Sept. 24 at 11:15 a.m.
Visit to the Charitable Center of St. Patrick Parish and meeting with the homeless
Location: St. Patrick in the City
The pontiff will make a brief visit to the oldest Catholic church in the nation’s capital. Following the visit to St. Patrick's Parish, Pope Francis will give a blessing to clients of the St. Maria Meals program of the Catholic Charities for the Archdiocese of Washington. The pope is expected to enjoy a meal of chicken, green beans, carrots and pasta salad with the charity’s homeless clients.
Thursday, Sept. 24 at 4:00 p.m.
Departure for New York
Location: Joint Base Andrews
Pope Francis heads to the Empire State from the same base where he landed on Tuesday.
New York Sept. 24–26
Thursday, Sept. 24 at 5:00 p.m.
Arrival in New York
Location: John F. Kennedy International Airport
An hour later, Pope Francis arrives at JFK airport in New York City. The Diocese of Brooklyn picked five Catholic school students who will greet Pope Francis when he touches down.
Thursday, Sept. 24 at 6:45 p.m.
Evening prayer (Vespers)
Location: St. Patrick's Cathedral
The pope will lead the evening prayer at a Vespers service held in the St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The event is only open to clergy of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, but a live stream will be available. Pope Francis will be the fourth pontiff to have visited the renowned cathedral. The young students will give the pontiff a bouquet filled with a list of prayers and good works from Catholic school students from Brooklyn and Queens.
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Friday, Sept. 25 at 8:30 a.m.
Address to the United Nations
Location: United Nations
The United Nations is used to having high-profile attendees but Pope Francis will be breaking the mold on Friday. He is expected to address the General Assembly on strategies to combat poverty and protect the environment. His visit coincides with the UN's 70th anniversary.
Friday, Sept. 25 at 11:30 a.m.
Multi-religious service at 9/11 Memorial
Location: 9/11 Memorial and Museum, World Trade Center
The pontiff will visit the 9/11 Memorial site in lower Manhattan. He will then meet with local representatives of the world religions inside the museum's Foundation Hall, as part of a multi-religious meeting for peace.
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Friday, Sept. 25 at 4:00 p.m.
Visit to Our Lady Queen of Angels School
Location: Our Lady Queen of Angels School
Pope Francis will then visit a third grade class at Our Lady Queen of Angels, an elementary school in East Harlem.
Friday, Sept. 25 at 5:00 p.m.
Papal procession
Location: Central Park West between 72nd and 60th streets
A trip to “The Big Apple” wouldn’t be complete without a stroll through Central Park, so Pope Francis will motorcade between 72nd and 60th streets. More than 93,000 people entered a lottery for a free pair of tickets to the processional, and 80,000 tickets were given out.
Friday, Sept. 25 at 6:00 p.m.
Holy Mass
Location: Madison Square Garden
The pope will hold Mass in the same famous arena that houses playoff games and sold-out concerts. Madison Square Garden can hold up to 20,000 people.
Saturday, Sept. 26 at 8:40 a.m.
Departure for Philadelphia
Location: John F. Kennedy International Airport
Pope will travel by closed car to a downtown heliport, to catch a helicopter to JFK.
Philadelphia Sept. 26–27
Saturday, Sept. 26 at 9:30 a.m.
Arrival in Philadelphia
Location: Philadelphia International Airport
Philadelphia’s Archbishop Charles Chaput, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf and the mayor of Philly Michael Nutter will roll out the red carpet for the Catholic leader. Pope Francis will be the second pope to visit the city.
Saturday, Sept. 26 at 10:30 a.m.
Holy Mass
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
This Mass is closed to the public and tickets have been limited to 1,600 people. The cathedral is the mother church of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and the largest Catholic church in the state.
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Saturday, Sept. 26 at 4:45 p.m.
Visit to Independence Mall
Location: Independence Mall
Standing in front of America’s birthplace, the pope will give a speech about immigration and religious freedom. Following his speech, Francis plans on touring Independence Hall, which is expected to include a stop at the Liberty Bell.
Saturday, Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Festival of families
Location: Benjamin Franklin Parkway
The Festival of Families is the closing ceremony for the World Meetings of Families conference. Actor Mark Wahlberg will be hosting the outdoor ceremony and performers include Aretha Franklin, Andrea Bocelli, and the Fray. The pope will watch the celebration, hear from six families from different continents and give a speech.
Sunday, Sept. 27 at 9:15 a.m.
Meeting with U.S. bishops
Location: St. Martin's Chapel, St. Charles Borromeo Seminary
St. Charles is where Pope Francis will sleep while he’s in Philly. The seminary prepares men for the priesthood and the diaconate.
Sunday, Sept. 27 at 11:00 a.m.
Visit to Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility
Location: Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility
Pope Francis will visit the city’s largest jail, where most of the inmates are serving a maximum of two years or awaiting trial. The pope will give a speech in the gymnasium and after he’ll individually greet some of the 100 prisoners.
Sunday, Sept. 27 at 4:00 p.m.
Holy Mass concluding the World Meeting of Families
Location: Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia Museum of Art steps
Before the pope gives the Holy Mass, he’ll ride down the mile-long street in his “popemobile.” This open-air Mass is the main event and is expected to attract over a million people.
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Sunday, Sept. 27 at 7:00 p.m.
Visit with organizers, volunteers and benefactors of the World Meeting of Families
Location: Philadelphia International Airport
Approximately 500 people will bid Pope Francis farewell as he heads back to the Vatican. Vice President Biden and his family will lead the ceremony before His Holiness boards his return flight.
Sunday, Sept. 27 at 8:00 p.m.
Departure for Rome
Location: Philadelphia International Airport
Arrivederci Pope Francis! The pope will hold an on-board press conference before taking off. His plane is slated to touch down on Monday.