Christmas Eve 2026 · Checked November 7, 2026
This page lists 5 Bakersfield churches that hold Christmas Eve services, and none has posted 2026 times yet. Checked November 7, 2026; more churches post their times in late November and early December.
More churches in Bakersfield with Christmas Eve services
These churches held Christmas Eve services last year. Their 2026 times are not posted yet, so we link to each church's own page. We check again every week.
St. Francis of Assisi Church
CatholicDowntown
2026 times not posted yet
The 2024 Christmas Eve schedule included a Children's Mass in English, a Mass in Vietnamese and a bilingual Midnight Mass.
900 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304 · Map (opens in a new tab)
LifeHouse Church (Bakersfield Campus)
North Bakersfield
2026 times not posted yet
In 2025 the Christmas Eve Candlelight Service was bilingual in English and Spanish, with LifeHouse Kids care for nursery and preschool ages.
3311 Manor St., Bakersfield, CA · Map (opens in a new tab)
Canyon Hills
Northeast Bakersfield
2026 times not posted yet
In 2025 the Candlelight Christmas Eve service was held in the sanctuary and online, with a kids Christmas choir and a patio party an hour before.
7001 Auburn St., Bakersfield, CA 93306 · Map (opens in a new tab)
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
CatholicNorthwest Bakersfield
2026 times not posted yet
In 2024 the Christmas Mass at Night began at 11 PM, after a program of Christmas music starting at 10:30 PM.
12300 Reina Road, Bakersfield, CA 93312 · Map (opens in a new tab)
River and Way Church of Bakersfield
Southwest Bakersfield
2026 times not posted yet
The church has no building of its own.
7300 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93309 · Map (opens in a new tab)
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- St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church · Northwest Bakersfield · 2026 times not posted yet
- St. Francis of Assisi Church · Downtown · 2026 times not posted yet
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Questions about Christmas Eve services in Bakersfield
What time are Christmas Eve services in Bakersfield?
None of the 5 Bakersfield churches on this page has posted 2026 Christmas Eve times yet. Christmas Eve falls on Thursday, December 24, 2026. Each listing links to the church's own schedule page, and this page is rechecked weekly from November 20 so times can be added as soon as churches post them.
Are there Christmas Eve services for kids in Bakersfield?
Some churches have held services with children in mind. St. Francis of Assisi listed a Children's Mass in English on Christmas Eve in 2024, Canyon Hills had a kids Christmas choir at its 2025 candlelight service, and LifeHouse Church offered care for nursery and preschool ages at its 2025 Christmas Eve service. Check each church's page for 2026 plans.
Is there a Midnight Mass in Bakersfield?
St. Francis of Assisi Church downtown listed a bilingual Midnight Mass on its 2024 Christmas Eve schedule, and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton held its Christmas Mass at Night at 11 PM in 2024. Neither has posted 2026 times yet, so check their schedule pages in December before you go.
Are there Spanish-language Christmas Eve services in Bakersfield?
St. Francis of Assisi Church at 900 H Street listed a bilingual Midnight Mass in English and Spanish on Christmas Eve in 2024, and LifeHouse Church on Manor Street held a bilingual candlelight service on Christmas Eve in 2025. Neither has posted 2026 times yet, so check back after Thanksgiving.
Do I need tickets or reservations for Christmas Eve services in Bakersfield?
None of the churches on this page has posted a ticket requirement for 2026. In 2025, Canyon Hills asked families to let the church know they were coming so it could save a spot. Check each church's page for 2026 details, since plans can change from year to year.
Can I watch a Christmas Eve service online in Bakersfield?
Some churches have streamed in past years. Canyon Hills offered its 2025 Candlelight Christmas Eve service online as well as in the sanctuary. Other churches on this page have not posted 2026 livestream plans yet. Look for livestream links on each church's page closer to December 24.
How early should we arrive for a Christmas Eve service?
Christmas Eve is usually one of the busiest nights of the year at churches, so arriving 20 to 30 minutes early helps with parking and seating. Canyon Hills held a patio party an hour before its 2025 service, and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton started a half hour music program before its 2024 late Mass.
How long is a family Christmas Eve service?
Length varies by church and is rarely posted. River and Way Church listed its 2025 Christmas Eve gathering at about one hour, and a Catholic Mass usually runs about an hour. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton's 2024 late Mass followed a half hour program of Christmas music. Check each church's page for 2026 details.
When do Bakersfield churches post their Christmas Eve times?
Most churches post Christmas Eve times from late November to mid December, and Catholic parishes often publish them in early December bulletins. This page was checked November 7, 2026, and it is rechecked weekly from November 20. Families can also sign up for Christmas event notifications for kids in Bakersfield all season long.
Is there parking or childcare at Christmas Eve services in Bakersfield?
None of the 5 churches on this page has posted 2026 parking or childcare details yet. In 2025 LifeHouse Church offered care for nursery and preschool ages at its Christmas Eve service. Parish lots fill quickly on Christmas Eve, so check each church's page in December or call ahead.
What day is Christmas Eve in 2026?
Christmas Eve is Thursday, December 24, 2026. Most churches in Bakersfield hold services from the afternoon into the evening, and some hold a service at or near midnight.
How many churches in Bakersfield hold Christmas Eve services?
This page lists 5 churches in Bakersfield with Christmas Eve services. 0 have posted their 2026 times so far; the rest held Christmas Eve services in past years and usually post times in late November or December.
Which parts of Bakersfield have Christmas Eve services?
Churches on this page are spread across Downtown, North Bakersfield, Northeast Bakersfield, Northwest Bakersfield and Southwest Bakersfield. Each listing has its address and a map link.
Is there a Catholic Christmas Eve Mass in Bakersfield?
Yes. This page lists 2 Catholic churches in Bakersfield with Christmas Eve services, including St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church and St. Francis of Assisi Church. Their 2026 times are not posted yet; we add them as each church posts.
How is this list put together?
We list every church we find in Bakersfield that holds a Christmas Eve service, in the same format. Churches with 2026 times come first, with family services at the top and then by start time. No church pays to be listed or to be placed higher.
Is this page connected to any church or faith?
No. Rally Takes the Train is a children's book. This is a free public listing of Christmas Eve service times and addresses, and it does not endorse any church or faith.
How can a church add or correct its listing?
Church staff can email kelsey@rallytakesthetrain.com with the church's name and a link to its Christmas Eve page. We check corrections against the church's own page, usually within 24 hours.
Where can I find Christmas Eve services elsewhere in California?
Our page for California lists every city we cover in the state, with Christmas Eve services by city and by tradition.
Where can I find Christmas events for kids in Bakersfield?
Our guide to Christmas events for kids in Bakersfield lists Santa visits, holiday lights, shows and free events for 2026, each checked on the host's own website.
Are Christmas Eve services okay for young children?
Yes. Family and children's services are planned with kids in mind, and many churches welcome little ones at every service. Some offer a nursery or a family room; each church's page has the details.
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Listed as a free public service. Rally Takes the Train is a children's book and does not endorse any church or faith. Times come only from each church's own website or official page, checked November 7, 2026. Plans change, so please confirm with the church before you go. Church staff: send corrections or removals to kelsey@rallytakesthetrain.com and we will update within 24 hours.