TikTok to livestream Pope's blessing of Sagrada Familia's finished tower
On June 10, Pope Leo XIV is set to bless the Tower of Jesus Christ at the Sagrada Familia during a mass commemorating the 100th anniversary of Antoni Gaudí's passing (June 10, 1926). The ceremony will welcome 8,000 attendees, including Pedro Sanchez, the Prime Minister of Spain. In collaboration with the Sagrada Familia, TikTok has launched a content series that includes live sessions and brief videos. TikTok España has featured live broadcasts with architect Mauricio Cortés, art historian Marlène Diard, violinist Astrid Torrente, and an interview with architect director Jordi Faulí. The blessing will be streamed live on TikTok at 6 PM BST and on the Sagrada Familia's official website. TikTok's analytics indicate a notable rise in searches for "Sagrada Familia."
Key facts
- Pope Leo XIV will bless the Tower of Jesus Christ on 10 June.
- The event coincides with the centennial of Antoni Gaudí's death (10 June 1926).
- 8,000 guests will attend, including Spain's prime minister Pedro Sanchez.
- TikTok partnered with Sagrada Familia for a content series including livestreams.
- TikTok España hosted live videos with architects and content creators.
- Sagrada Familia TikTok account will livestream the Pope's blessing at 6pm BST on 10 June.
- TikTok Live Comes Alive initiative provides exclusive livestreamed content.
- Searches for 'Sagrada Familia' on TikTok rose 85% from Jan-May 2026.
Entities
Artists
Institutions
- Sagrada Familia
- TikTok
- TikTok España
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Grand Egyptian Museum
- GWI
Locations
- Barcelona
- Spain
- New York
- Cairo
- Egypt