# Pilgrimages to the National Sanctuary of Our Lady Aparecida

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/pilgrimages-to-the-national-sanctuary-of-our-lady-aparecida
> Updated: 2026-08-27T20:06:17.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Religious groups in Brazil have conducted pilgrimages to the National Sanctuary of Our Lady Aparecida.

In early August, the Diocese of Petrópolis held a pilgrimage to mark its 80th anniversary, featuring a Holy Mass and the coronation of Our Lady. This followed a separate July pilgrimage by Radio Catedral, which brought a group from Rio de Janeiro to the basilica.

Later in August, the Archdiocese of São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro organized its 126th annual pilgrimage. Themed ‘With Mary, missionaries of peace and unity!’, the event involved nearly 300 parishes and expected approximately 50,000 participants. The activities coincided with the 95th anniversary of the proclamation of Our Lady of Aparecida as the patroness of Brazil.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: Archdiocese of Rio de Janeiro holds 126th annual pilgrimage to Aparecida

The Archdiocese of Rio de Janeiro is holding its 126th annual pilgrimage to Aparecida, expecting 50,000 participants to join religious ceremonies and processions.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/archdiocese-of-rio-de-janeiro-holds-126th-annual-pilgrimage-to-aparecida

### 2026-08-03: Aparecida Sanctuary welcomes pilgrimages from Petrópolis Diocese and Radio Catedral

Petrópolis Diocese celebrated its 80th anniversary with a pilgrimage to Aparecida, while Radio Catedral made its first pilgrimage to the sanctuary, both featuring Masses and community events.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aparecida-sanctuary-welcomes-pilgrimages-from-petrpolis-diocese-and-radio-catedral

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