Trying to attend something like this used to be a bit of a free-for-all. Turn up early, hope for a decent spot, and accept you’ll probably be stood behind someone taller than you.
Now it’s a bit more structured.
Registration is officially open for the first confirmed events of the Pope’s visit to Spain, and it’s all handled online with a simple form.
First Stop: Madrid
The visit begins on Saturday 6 June, with an evening event on the day of arrival.
Before things get underway, the Pope will pass through the area in the Popemobile, greeting pilgrims… which, for most people, is half the reason they’re there.
The event itself includes:
- Participation from young people
- A message from the Pope
- Eucharistic Adoration
The following day, Sunday 7 June, there’s the main event in Madrid:
A Holy Mass in Plaza de Cibeles, followed by a Eucharistic procession through the surrounding streets.
If you know Madrid, you’ll know that area fills up quickly at the best of times… this won’t be any different.
Then It Moves to the Canary Islands
After Madrid, attention shifts to the islands.
Two key dates to note:
- 11 June – Gran Canaria Stadium
- 12 June – Santa Cruz de Tenerife (final Mass of the visit)
That Tenerife date will likely be the busiest of the lot locally. These events tend to pull in crowds from across the islands… and beyond.
A Few Practical Points
Worth getting ahead of it:
- Register early… spaces won’t hang around
- Expect security checks and controlled access
- Plan your travel properly, especially in Tenerife
This isn’t something you want to leave until the last minute.
Final Thought
Opportunities like this don’t come around often, especially on the island.
If you’re even half thinking about going, get yourself registered and sort the details now… it’ll save a lot of hassle later.