How to attend the Pope’s visit to Gran Canaria, key information for tourists in Maspalomas and Arguineguín

Pope Leo XIV will mark a turning point in the history of the archipelago with his visit to Gran Canaria on June 11, 2026. For the thousands of visitors staying in the southern tourist resorts of the island, such as Maspalomas and Arguineguin the main event will be a large-scale mass at sunset on Thursday, June 11, at the Gran Canaria Stadium. This event, which concludes his tour of Spain, has generated unprecedented anticipation, requiring meticulous logistical planning.

Attendance at the liturgical services requires mandatory registration through the official papal visit platform. Tourists must obtain their digital pass in advance, indicating whether they are attending individually or in family groups. Authorities have already warned that demand will far exceed the venue’s capacity, so registration will close as soon as the safe capacity is reached. Those who cannot get a ticket to the stadium will have the option of following the “Popemobile” route through the main arteries of the capital.