Groundbreakings
Groundbreaking ceremonies are held for temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to formally mark the commencement of construction. These events are often live-streamed and made available to the public. Following is a list of upcoming groundbreakings.
Santos Brazil Temple
Saturday, 1 August 2026
Avenida Doutor Waldemar Leão, 305
Jabaquara
Santos–SP
Brazil
Attendance at the temple site is by invitation only. The service will be streamed live online. Photographs and video of the event will be made available on the Church Newsroom website following the groundbreaking services.
Naga Philippines Temple
Saturday, 8 August 2026
Lot 1045-A-1-A
Barangay Concepcion Grande
Naga, Bicol
Philippines
Attendance at the temple site is by invitation only. The service will be streamed live online. Photographs and video of the event will be made available on the Church Newsroom website following the groundbreaking services.
Huntsville Alabama Temple
Saturday, 15 August 2026
Gillespie Road and Browns Ferry Road
Madison, Alabama
United States
Attendance at the temple site is by invitation only. The service will be streamed live online. Photographs and video of the event will be made available on the Church Newsroom website following the groundbreaking services.