National Acolyte Festival

Thank you for joining us! We can't wait to see you at the next National Acolyte Festival on October 11, 2025.

National Acolyte Festival

Washington National Cathedral is delighted to welcome acolytes from across the country each year to celebrate this vital ministry of service and faith. The festival is a time-honored tradition for many congregations, and we thank everyone who joined us for the 2024 Festival. We are already eager for next year’s edition on October 11, 2025. Registration will open in the spring.

Acolyte Festival 2024

Re-experience the Grandest of Processions and the rest of the 2024 Acolyte Festival Holy Eucharist. We can't wait to see you back for next year's Acolyte Festival! To download the service leaflet, please click through to the YouTube page.
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Scenes from the 2024
National Acolyte Festival

In the hands of acolytes, servers and vergers, tasks—no matter how small—take on profound significance. They uplift the spirit and strengthen our shared faith. The Festival affirms and celebrates their shared sense of purpose, joy, and community. Welcome home!”


—Dr. Torrence N. Thomas, Head Cathedral Verger and Acolyte Master, WNC