Christmas Eve 2026 · Checked November 7, 2026
This page lists 13 Charlotte church locations that hold Christmas Eve services, with a link to each church's own schedule. 6 have posted 2026 times so far, and we last checked on November 7, 2026.
Christmas Eve service times in Charlotte
Calvary Church
South Charlotte
- 3:00 PM Candlelight Christmas Eve (Childcare for infants and toddlers through age 3, pre-registration required)
Livestream - 5:00 PM Candlelight Christmas Eve (Childcare for infants and toddlers through age 3, pre-registration required)
Livestream - 7:00 PM Candlelight Christmas Eve
Livestream
Childcare for infants and toddlers through age 3 is offered at the 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM services with online pre-registration, and space is limited. Spanish, Russian and Chinese translation is available by phone at the 5:00 PM service; bring earbuds or headphones. Services are also livestreamed on YouTube.
5801 Pineville-Matthews Road, Charlotte, NC 28226 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Elevation Church, Blakeney
Blakeney
- 3:00 PM Christmas at Elevation (eKidz childcare for ages 6 weeks to 5th grade)
- 5:00 PM Christmas at Elevation (eKidz childcare for ages 6 weeks to 5th grade)
Each service lasts about 90 minutes. Childcare is available in eKidz for ages 6 weeks through 5th grade. Seating is first come, first served, so arrive early.
8835 Blakeney Professional Dr, Charlotte, NC 28277 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Elevation Church, University City
University City
- 3:00 PM Christmas at Elevation (eKidz childcare for ages 6 weeks to 5th grade)
No RSVP needed; seating is first come, first served - 5:00 PM Christmas at Elevation (eKidz childcare for ages 6 weeks to 5th grade)
No RSVP needed; seating is first come, first served
Each service lasts about 90 minutes. Childcare is available in eKidz for ages 6 weeks through 5th grade. Seating is first come, first served, so arrive early.
8105 IBM Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Elevation Church, Uptown
West Charlotte
- 3:00 PM Christmas at Elevation (eKidz childcare for ages 6 weeks to 5th grade)
No RSVP or ticket needed; seating is first come, first served - 5:00 PM Christmas at Elevation (eKidz childcare for ages 6 weeks to 5th grade)
No RSVP or ticket needed; seating is first come, first served
Each service lasts about 90 minutes. Childcare is available in eKidz for ages 6 weeks through 5th grade. Seating is first come, first served, so arrive early. Earplugs are available.
2215 Thrift Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Hickory Grove, Mallard Creek Campus
BaptistMallard Creek
- 3:00 PM Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
13200 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte, NC 28262 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Hickory Grove, Harris Campus
BaptistEast Charlotte
- 4:00 PM Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
7200 E. WT Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28215 · Map (opens in a new tab)
More churches in Charlotte 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.
Covenant Presbyterian Church
PresbyterianDilworth
2026 times not posted yet · Family service in 2025
1000 East Morehead Street, Charlotte, NC 28204 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Little Church on the Lane
MoravianMyers Park
2026 times not posted yet · Family service in 2025
522 Moravian Ln., Charlotte, NC 28207 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Mecklenburg Community Church
Northeast Charlotte
2026 times not posted yet · Family service in 2025
In 2025, in-person services needed free reserved tickets and online services needed no tickets.
8335 Browne Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Elevation Church, Ballantyne
Ballantyne
2026 times not posted yet
Childcare is available in eKidz for ages 6 weeks through 5th grade. Earplugs are available.
11701 Elevation Pt Dr, Charlotte, NC 28277 · Map (opens in a new tab)
St. Matthew Catholic Church
CatholicBallantyne
2026 times not posted yet
8015 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28277 · Map (opens in a new tab)
St. Patrick Cathedral
CatholicDilworth
2026 times not posted yet
1621 Dilworth Road East, Charlotte, NC 28203 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Providence United Methodist Church
United MethodistSoutheast Charlotte
2026 times not posted yet
2810 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC 28211 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Christmas Eve services by tradition in Charlotte
Every church on this page, grouped by tradition in alphabetical order. Tap a church to jump to its listing.
Baptist (2) · Catholic (2) · Methodist (1) · Moravian (1) · Presbyterian (1)
Baptist Christmas Eve services in Charlotte
- Hickory Grove, Harris Campus · East Charlotte · 4:00 PM
- Hickory Grove, Mallard Creek Campus · Mallard Creek · 3:00 PM
Baptist services in other cities
Catholic Christmas Eve Mass times in Charlotte
- St. Matthew Catholic Church · Ballantyne · 2026 times not posted yet
- St. Patrick Cathedral · Dilworth · 2026 times not posted yet
Catholic services in other cities
Methodist Christmas Eve services in Charlotte
- Providence United Methodist Church · Southeast Charlotte · 2026 times not posted yet
Methodist services in other cities
Moravian Christmas Eve lovefeast and candle services in Charlotte
- Little Church on the Lane · Myers Park · 2026 times not posted yet
Presbyterian Christmas Eve services in Charlotte
- Covenant Presbyterian Church · Dilworth · 2026 times not posted yet
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Questions about Christmas Eve services in Charlotte
What time are Christmas Eve services in Charlotte?
Charlotte churches with posted 2026 times start from mid afternoon on Thursday, December 24, 2026. Elevation Church's Uptown, University City and Blakeney locations meet at 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM, Hickory Grove holds services at 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM, and Calvary Church holds candlelight services at 3:00, 5:00 and 7:00 PM.
Are there Christmas Eve services for kids in Charlotte?
Yes. Elevation Church offers eKidz childcare for ages 6 weeks through 5th grade at its Christmas services, and Calvary Church offers childcare for children through age 3 at its 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM services with pre-registration. In 2025, Covenant Presbyterian held a Children's Christmas Eve Service and Little Church on the Lane held a children's service.
Is there a Midnight Mass in Charlotte?
St. Patrick Cathedral in Dilworth has held a Midnight Mass on Christmas, with the Cathedral Choir singing carols beforehand. Its 2026 schedule is not posted yet. Catholic parishes in the Diocese of Charlotte usually post Christmas Mass times in December, and we add them here once they appear.
Are there Spanish-language Christmas Eve services in Charlotte?
No church on this page has posted a 2026 Spanish-language Christmas Eve service yet. Calvary Church offers Spanish, Russian and Chinese translation by phone at its 5:00 PM service, so bring earbuds or headphones.
Do I need tickets or reservations?
Most Charlotte churches with 2026 times do not require tickets. Elevation Church says no RSVP or ticket is needed and seating is first come, first served. Calvary Church asks families to pre-register online for childcare. In 2025, Mecklenburg Community Church asked people to reserve free tickets for in-person services.
Can I watch a Christmas Eve service online?
Yes. Calvary Church's 2026 candlelight services are held in the sanctuary and via livestream on YouTube. In 2025, Mecklenburg Community Church held several online services. Check each church's own page for the stream link closer to December 24.
How early should we arrive?
Elevation Church says seats are first come, first served and recommends arriving early. Calvary Church lets parents drop children at childcare 20 minutes before the service. Check each church's own page for arrival details.
How long is a family Christmas Eve service?
Elevation Church says its 2026 Christmas services last about 90 minutes. Other Charlotte churches on this page have not posted a length for 2026. Check each church's page before choosing a time for young children.
When do churches in Charlotte post their Christmas Eve times?
Large churches such as Elevation Church, Calvary Church and Hickory Grove have already posted 2026 times. Catholic parishes and many smaller churches usually post from late November to mid December. We recheck the churches on this page each week from November 20 and add new times as they appear.
Is there parking or childcare?
Childcare is offered at Elevation Church for ages 6 weeks through 5th grade and at Calvary Church for children through age 3 at its 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM services. Calvary requires online pre-registration and space is limited. Check each church's own page for parking details before you go.
What day is Christmas Eve in 2026?
Christmas Eve is Thursday, December 24, 2026. Most churches in Charlotte hold services from the afternoon into the evening, and some hold a service at or near midnight.
How many churches in Charlotte hold Christmas Eve services?
This page lists 13 churches in Charlotte with Christmas Eve services. 6 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.
What is the earliest Christmas Eve service in Charlotte?
Of the times posted so far, the earliest is 3:00 PM at Calvary Church (Candlelight Christmas Eve).
Are there candlelight Christmas Eve services in Charlotte?
Yes. Calvary Church, Hickory Grove, Harris Campus and Hickory Grove, Mallard Creek Campus list a candlelight service for 2026. Many candlelight services end with the congregation holding lit candles, so families with small children may want a seat near the aisle.
Which parts of Charlotte have Christmas Eve services?
Churches on this page are spread across Ballantyne, Blakeney, Dilworth, East Charlotte, Mallard Creek, Myers Park, Northeast Charlotte and South Charlotte and more. Each listing has its address and a map link.
How is this list put together?
We list every church we find in Charlotte 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 North Carolina?
Our page for North Carolina 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 Charlotte?
Our guide to Christmas events for kids in Charlotte lists Santa visits, holiday lights, shows and free events for 2026, each checked on the host's own website.
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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.