The Mother’s Day Pilgrimage

History and Background

Typically, the Saturday before Mother’s Day

May Pilgrimages Date: May 9, 2026

Routes: Las Trampas 18 miles, Nambe 8 Miles Holy Family 3 Miles

May pilgrims will walk in sacrifice for vocations on May 9, 2026 from Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Pojoaque, Holy Family Parish in Chimayo and San Jose De Gracia Church in Las Trampas to the Santuario de Chimayo.

Closing ceremonies and mass will take place on May 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM.

Notes:

1. Individuals must be at least 13 years of age to participate in the pilgrimage. They must complete an application for registration. These are due to Area Leaders by the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, December 12, each year for the following year.

2. All applications must be signed and applicants attend a minimum of three mandatory meetings before the pilgrimage. This is in addition to any local meetings held in your communities.