Christmas Eve 2026 · Checked November 7, 2026
We list 8 Columbus churches with Christmas Eve services, and 2 have posted 2026 times so far. Checked November 7, 2026; more churches post their times in late November and early December.
Christmas Eve service times in Columbus
Rock City Church, Polaris
Polaris
- 2:00 PM Christmas Eve Service
- 4:00 PM Christmas Eve Service
- 6:00 PM Christmas Eve Service
1250 Gemini Pl., Columbus, OH 43240 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Corinthian Missionary Baptist Church
BaptistEast Side
- 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Worship Service
Listed as running from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.
3161 E. 5th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43219 · Map (opens in a new tab)
More churches in Columbus 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.
First UU Church of Columbus
Unitarian UniversalistClintonville
2026 times not posted yet
Held a candlelight service on Christmas Eve in 2024.
93 W Weisheimer Rd, Columbus, OH 43214 · Map (opens in a new tab)
St. Joseph Cathedral
CatholicDowntown
2026 times not posted yet
Held a midnight Christmas Mass in 2021.
212 E. Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215 · Map (opens in a new tab)
St. Patrick Church
CatholicDowntown
2026 times not posted yet
280 N. Grant Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Christ the King Catholic Church
CatholicEast Side
2026 times not posted yet
Held English and Spanish Christmas Eve Masses in 2021.
2777 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, OH 43209 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Sanctuary Columbus Church
Northeast
2026 times not posted yet
Held candlelit Christmas Eve services in 2025.
4142 Westerville Road, Columbus, OH 43224 · Map (opens in a new tab)
St. Cecilia Catholic Church
CatholicWest Side
2026 times not posted yet
Held a midnight Christmas Mass in 2021.
434 Norton Road, Columbus, OH 43228 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Christmas Eve services by tradition in Columbus
Every church on this page, grouped by tradition in alphabetical order. Tap a church to jump to its listing.
Baptist (1) · Catholic (4) · Unitarian Universalist (1)
Baptist Christmas Eve services in Columbus
- Corinthian Missionary Baptist Church · East Side · 7:00 PM
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Catholic (4)
- Christ the King Catholic Church · East Side · 2026 times not posted yet
- St. Cecilia Catholic Church · West Side · 2026 times not posted yet
- St. Joseph Cathedral · Downtown · 2026 times not posted yet
- St. Patrick Church · Downtown · 2026 times not posted yet
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Unitarian Universalist Christmas Eve services in Columbus
- First UU Church of Columbus · Clintonville · 2026 times not posted yet
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Questions about Christmas Eve services in Columbus
What time are Christmas Eve services in Columbus?
Posted 2026 services on Thursday, December 24 run from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Rock City Church Polaris holds services at 2:00, 4:00 and 6:00 PM, and Corinthian Missionary Baptist Church holds a 7:00 PM service.
Are there Christmas Eve services for kids in Columbus?
No 2026 service aimed at children is posted yet. The two churches with posted times have not labeled a service as a family or children's service. Catholic parishes and other churches often add family services when they post times in December, and we add them as they appear.
Is there a Midnight Mass in Columbus?
No 2026 Midnight Mass is posted yet. In 2021 the Diocese of Columbus Catholic Times listed midnight Masses at St. Joseph Cathedral, St. Patrick and St. Cecilia. Catholic parishes usually post Christmas Mass times in December, and we add them as they appear.
Are there Spanish-language Christmas Eve services in Columbus?
No Spanish service is confirmed for 2026 yet. Christ the King held a Spanish Christmas Eve Mass in 2021, according to the Diocese of Columbus Catholic Times. We add Spanish services as parishes post them.
Do I need tickets or reservations for a Christmas Eve service in Columbus?
Neither church with posted 2026 times mentions tickets or reservations. Check each church's page before you go, since details such as reservations or parking notes are sometimes added in December.
Can I watch a Christmas Eve service online from Columbus?
No 2026 livestream is posted yet by the churches on this page. Check each church's page in December for livestream details.
How early should we arrive for a Christmas Eve service?
Churches in Columbus have not posted arrival advice for 2026. Arriving 20 to 30 minutes early gives time for parking and seating. Check each church's page for updates in December.
How long is a family Christmas Eve service in Columbus?
Most churches have not posted 2026 service lengths. Corinthian Missionary Baptist Church lists its 7:00 PM service as running until 9:00 PM. Check each church's page for the length of family services.
When do Columbus churches post their Christmas Eve times?
Large churches often post in October and November, and many Catholic parishes and smaller churches post in early to mid December. This page lists 8 churches, and 2 have 2026 times so far. We recheck weekly from November 20.
Is there parking or childcare at Christmas Eve services in Columbus?
Churches in Columbus have not posted childcare or parking details for 2026 yet. Check each church's page in December.
What day is Christmas Eve in 2026?
Christmas Eve is Thursday, December 24, 2026. Most churches in Columbus hold services from the afternoon into the evening, and some hold a service at or near midnight.
How many churches in Columbus hold Christmas Eve services?
This page lists 8 churches in Columbus with Christmas Eve services. 2 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 Columbus?
Of the times posted so far, the earliest is 2:00 PM at Rock City Church, Polaris (Christmas Eve Service).
Which parts of Columbus have Christmas Eve services?
Churches on this page are spread across Clintonville, Downtown, East Side, Northeast, Polaris and West Side. Each listing has its address and a map link.
Is there a Catholic Christmas Eve Mass in Columbus?
Yes. This page lists 4 Catholic churches in Columbus with Christmas Eve services, including Christ the King Catholic Church, St. Cecilia Catholic Church and St. Joseph Cathedral. 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 Columbus 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 Ohio?
Our page for Ohio 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 Columbus?
Our guide to Christmas events for kids in Columbus 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.