Gran Canaria
Canary Islands
First visit of a Pope to the Canary Islands. On 11 June, Gran Canaria will be the social focus of the visit with a strong emphasis on the migration crisis. The Pope will visit the Arguineguín dock, symbol of migrant arrivals, and celebrate Mass at the stadium.
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Main events
- ✝Meeting at Arguineguín dock (migration crisis)
- ✝Visit to the Cathedral of Santa Ana
- ✝Reception with humanitarian organisations
- ✝Public Mass at Gran Canaria Stadium
- ✝First papal visit to the Canary Islands in history
Programme in Gran Canaria
Thursday 11 June
Arrival in Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Air Base · Gando
Encounter with associations welcoming migrants
Arguineguín Dock
Encounter at the Cathedral of Santa Ana
Cathedral of Santa Ana, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Holy Mass at the Gran Canaria Stadium
Gran Canaria Stadium
When will the Pope visit your city?
Pope Leo XIV will visit this city on the dates indicated. All public events require free prior registration at inscripciones.conelpapa.es.
Jueves 11 de junio de 2026
Weather forecast
🌡️ Meteorología en Gran Canaria: el pronóstico fiable está disponible a partir de 14 días antes del evento. Vuelve a consultar cerca de la fecha.
Map of events in Gran Canaria
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Practical information
How to get there
- ●Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
- ●Direct flights from Madrid and Barcelona
- ●Local Global and municipal guaguas (buses)
Accommodation
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has plenty of choice. Recommended areas: Las Canteras, Vegueta (near the Cathedral) and the stadium area.
Tips
- ●Book flights well in advance — demand will be very high
- ●First time a Pope visits the Canary Islands
- ●Weather in June is warm (25-28°C) — sun protection essential
- ●Arguineguín is 50 min by car from Las Palmas
⚠️ Traffic closures
Heavy traffic is expected during the papal visit. Check the traffic closures by hour in your city.
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