In the days before the Pope's visit, thousands of young people from across Europe are walking to St. Mary of the Angels along the traditional Franciscan march, including a group from the Franciscan Youth Pastoral Ministry of Tuscany. The "GO! Franciscan Youth Meeting", underway from August 3 to 6, 2026, will culminate on Thursday, August 6 with the arrival of Pope Leo XIV, who will answer questions from the young people and preside at Holy Mass in the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels.