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IEC key points

At least 17,000 international pilgrims from five continents are expected
At least 17,000 international pilgrims from five continents are expected

Held over eight days once every four years

Estimated 25,000 participants every day

17,000 international pilgrims from five continents

2 main venues – RDS & Croke Park

Between 2,000 & 3,000 volunteers

Over 100 exhibition stands

Over 150 workshops and discussion groups

18 keynote addresses by International speakers

Masses, prayers and liturgical celebrations in seven languages

Film, music, concerts, theatre, hundreds of choirs

Dedicated space and events for over 2,500 young people

Simultaneous translation in Spanish, Polish, Irish, German, French, Italian and sign language

Seven websites, five social media channels