The Pope's Visit to Québec City
Pope Francis will be visiting Canada July 24-29, 2022 and will be in Québec City July 27-29.
The Pope’s pastoral visit will provide a unique opportunity for him to interact with Indigenous Peoples, to address the impact of the participation of the Catholic Church in the operation of residential schools throughout Canada, all with the aim of pursuing the path to reconciliation.
Schedule of the Gatherings to See the Pope
Wednesday July 27, 1:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Plains of Abraham:
Giant screens will broadcast the events in which the Pope will participate. The general public will be able to gather at two locations on the Plains of Abraham: a main site behind the Québec City Armory and a secondary site in front of Musée national des beaux-arts (MNBAQ).
No ticket required, however those planning on watching from the Plains of Abraham are invited to register ahead.
The use of public transport is recommended to reach the Plains of Abraham. Event shuttles with incentive parkings will be available (information to come).
Thursday July 28, 10 a.m.
Mass at the Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Shrine:
Only ticket holders will be able to go to the Sanctuary in the official shuttles. Tickets are mandatory for general admission (out of stock). Please note that the road 138 will be closed and there will be no car parking spaces available.
Plains of Abraham:
A viewing of the Mass will be offered from the Plains of Abraham. Everyone is welcome, no ticket is required, however those planning on watching from the Plains of Abraham are invited to register ahead.
