Con la conclusione dell’Anno Santo della Chiesa Cattolica, Roma accoglie pellegrini da tutto il mondo per le celebrazioni finali di questa sacra tradizione. Segnati da preghiera, riflessione e unità, gli ultimi giorni offrono un incontro profondo con la fede nel cuore del cristianesimo. I pellegrini si riuniscono in Piazza San Pietro e in tutta la Città Eterna per partecipare a Messe, processioni e al simbolico passaggio attraverso le Porte Sante — un gesto che rappresenta la misericordia e il rinnovamento spirituale.
Il Giubileo si concluderà ufficialmente con la solenne chiusura delle Porte Sante il 6 gennaio 2026, dopo le ultime cerimonie nelle principali basiliche di Roma a fine dicembre. Al termine delle celebrazioni, lo spirito del Giubileo continuerà a vivere, lasciando un’eredità di speranza, riconciliazione e fede rinnovata che continuerà a ispirare i credenti in tutto il mondo.
As the Catholic Church’s Jubilee draws to a close, pilgrims from around the world are gathering in Rome for the final celebrations of this sacred year. Marked by reflection, renewal, and unity, the closing moments of the Jubilee offer a unique opportunity to experience one of Christianity’s most profound traditions before it concludes.
The Jubilee, traditionally held every 25 years, or on special occasions proclaimed by the Pope, invites the faithful to undertake a spiritual pilgrimage, seek reconciliation, and receive indulgences through acts of devotion. This year’s celebrations have drawn countless pilgrims to the Eternal City, filling St. Peter’s Square, the major basilicas, and the streets of Rome with an extraordinary sense of joy and devotion.
In these last days, the Vatican has organized a series of culminating events, including special Masses, processions, and moments of prayer, culminating in the solemn closing ceremony. Pilgrims have the rare chance to pass through the Holy Doors of St. Peter’s Basilica, a symbolic act representing the path to spiritual renewal and God’s mercy, one of the Jubilee’s most cherished rituals.
Beyond the Vatican, Rome itself becomes a tapestry of celebration. Churches across the city host confessions, lectures, and devotional activities, offering both locals and visitors a chance to deepen their spiritual experience. The final days of the Jubilee are particularly meaningful, as they encourage reflection on the year’s journey, the mercy extended, and the global sense of unity fostered by this extraordinary event.
For many, attending the final Jubilee celebrations is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Pilgrims speak of the profound impact of witnessing the convergence of faith, history, and culture in the Eternal City, from the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica to the intimate moments of prayer and fellowship shared among the faithful.
Catholic Jubilee end-of-year celebrations involve the solemn closing of the Holy Doors on January 6, 2026, which marks the official end of the Jubilee Year. Leading up to this, the final major event is the closing of the Holy Doors at Rome's major basilicas on December 28, 2025, and the conclusion of local celebrations in dioceses.
As the Jubilee year draws to its conclusion, it leaves a legacy of hope, renewal, and spiritual awakening. Those present at these final celebrations will carry with them not only memories of Rome but also a renewed commitment to their faith – a reminder of the enduring power of the Jubilee and the timeless message of mercy and reconciliation it embodies.
