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article culture calendar_today Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Gaudí goes viral: TikTok partners with Sagrada Familia to livestream inauguration of finished tower

On 10 June, Pope Leo XIV will bless the Sagrada Familia's newly completed Tower of Jesus Christ at a mass, marking the symbolic completion of the cathedral's tallest central tower. The event coincides with the centennial of architect Antoni Gaudí's death. TikTok has partnered with the Sagrada Familia to livestream the inauguration, offering exclusive content series including live sessions, tours, interviews with architects, and a concert. The livestream will be available on TikTok and the Sagrada Familia website.

This partnership matters because it demonstrates how social media platforms like TikTok are increasingly bridging cultural heritage and digital innovation, making historic events accessible to global audiences. TikTok's data shows surging interest in the Sagrada Familia, reflecting a broader trend of users engaging with history and museums on the platform. The collaboration highlights a growing intersection between art, architecture, and technology, potentially setting a precedent for future cultural partnerships on social media.