March 2026
Lenten Reflection: Living With the End in Mind – Pt. I
The season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. We invite you to join the Basilica of the National… Find out more »
Lenten Reflection: Living With the End in Mind – Pt. II
The season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. We invite you to join the Basilica of the National… Find out more »
Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Join the Basilica as we celebrate the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The celebration of Mass will take place at the following times: Wednesday, March 18 Time: Location and additional… Find out more »
Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
Join the Basilica as we celebrate the Solemnity of The Annunciation of the Lord. The celebration of Mass will take place at the following times: Tuesday, March 24 Time: Location and additional information: 5:15 p.m.… Find out more »
Lenten Reflection: Living With the End in Mind – Pt. III
The season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. We invite you to join the Basilica of the National… Find out more »
June 2026
Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
Join the Basilica as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. In November 2025, at the Plenary Assembly of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), the U.S. bishops voted… Find out more »
Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
Join the Basilica as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist. Tuesday, June 23 Time: Location and Additional Information: 5:15 p.m. Vigil Mass – Crypt Church Wednesday, June 24 Time:… Find out more »
September 2026
Annual Memorial Mass for Father Vincent Capodanno
Join us on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. for the Annual Memorial Mass for Father Vincent Capodanno (Servant of God). His Excellency, the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, Archbishop for the Military Services,… Find out more »
Croatian Catholic Community Pilgrimage
On Sunday, September 13, 2026, the Croatian Catholic Community will celebrate their annual Pilgrimage Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. More details to follow. Find out more »
October 2026
Conventual Franciscan Pilgrimage
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, we welcome the Conventual Franciscans to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for their annual pilgrimage. More details to follow. Find out more »
Anniversary of the Granting of the Title of Minor Basilica
We invite you to join us on Monday, October 12, as we mark the anniversary of the elevation of the National Shrine to the rank of a minor basilica. Monday, October 12 Time: Location and… Find out more »









