Annual Catholic pilgrimage to the Aglona Basilica every August 15 (Assumption Day). Thousands gather for Holy Masses and a Eucharistic procession honoring the Assumption of Mary 1. The event is Latvia’s largest religious festival and culminates in a grand midday Mass and procession 2.
Founded in the 18th century, Aglona Basilica is a central Catholic shrine in Latvia. The Assumption feast here is steeped in centuries of Marian devotion and remains a pivotal event in local spiritual life. It symbolizes Latgale’s Catholic heritage and draws pilgrims nationwide 1 2.
Venues and routes
Aglonas katoļu bazilika · Aglona
The dates that shape the visit.
Final day · Sat, Aug 15
Walking procession around the basilica, joined by singing and prayers, followed by receiving blessings with the Blessed Sacrament 1
Reference notes for once this becomes a real plan.
Very high crowds
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