Events for Youth

Good Friday Stations of the Cross

April 3, 2026 | 6PM | Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Syracuse

Join Bishop Lucia for a powerful evening of prayer and reflection as we walk the Stations of the Cross together on Good Friday. This special service, designed for youth, families, and young adults, is an opportunity to enter more deeply into Christ’s passion and prepare our hearts for Easter.

For more information, visit the event page.

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Middle School Summer Pilgrimage

June 19, 2026 | Niagara Falls, NY

Attend a special summer pilgrimage for middle school students!  We will visit Niagara Falls, ride the Maid of the Mist, visit a Marian Shrine, and finish the day with laser tag and dinner at LASERTRON.

This event is open to youth entering grades 6 through 8.

For more information or to register your parish group, visit the event page.

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Steubenville Summer Conference

July 10-12, 2026 | Franciscan University of Steubenville, Ohio 

Join thousands of high school students across the country to have a life changing encounter with Christ at the Steubenville Summer Youth Conference! The weekend is packed with engaging sessions by nationally known presenters, concerts, prayer, and more! Register your parish group early for the Diocesan trip, space is limited and fills fast.

Open to youth entering 9th grade in the fall through graduating 12th grade.

For more information on or to register your group, visit the event page.

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Diocesan Catholic Youth Conference

November 21, 2026

Join Bishop Douglas Lucia for this day of games, talks, Chick-Fil-A lunch, Mass and Adoration, with youth from across the diocese!

For more information about the event as it is released, visit the event page.