Christmas Eve Services in El Paso (2026)

Christmas Eve Services
Written by Kelsey Cecil

Updated November 8, 2026 · Checked weekly

5 churches in the El Paso area with Christmas Eve services on Thursday, December 24, 2026. 2 have posted 2026 times so far; the others held Christmas Eve services in recent years and usually post their times in late November or December. Every listing links to the church's own page, so you can check the latest schedule before you go.

The short version

  • 5 churches with Christmas Eve services on Thursday, December 24, 2026. 2 have posted 2026 times so far.
  • Earliest family service: 5:00 PM at Queen of Peace Parish and The Church of St. Clement.
  • Latest service posted: 7:30 PM at The Church of St. Clement.
  • Services in Spanish are listed.
  • 2 church traditions, listed in the same format, alphabetically.

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A story my mom wanted to write. So I wrote it for her.

On Christmas morning in 2020, I found out I was pregnant with my son, Holden.

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That same day, my mom went into a coma. She never woke up. Two months after her memorial, I lost my dad too.

My mom had spent years telling me about a story she wanted to write: a little corgi named Rally who rides the train to visit his "grand-paw-rents." She never got the chance. So I wrote it for her.

Rally Takes the Train is a picture book about Rally's first train ride. He packs his turtle toy, his green bone and his orange ball, and meets the conductor. Then he goes through a dark, scary tunnel and finds the light on the other side. Every page is hand-painted in real watercolor. My kids will never meet their grandparents, but this book is how they get to know them.

In college I was a religion minor, and I believe Rally Takes the Train was made for all children, from all religions in the world.

Christmas could have become the hardest day of my year. Instead, I decided to use Rally to bring Christmas magic to as many families as I can.

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Christmas Eve service times in El Paso

Thursday, December 24, 2026. Times from each church's own page.
TimeChurchService
5:00 PMQueen of Peace ParishFamily
5:00 PMThe Church of St. ClementFamily
7:00 PMQueen of Peace ParishService · Spanish
7:30 PMThe Church of St. ClementService

Churches with Christmas Eve services in El Paso

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Queen of Peace Parish

Catholic · West Side

  • 5:00 PMNativity of the Lord Vigil, Children's Mass
    Family
  • 7:00 PMNativity of the Lord Vigil, Misa en español
    Spanish

1551 Belvidere St, El Paso, TX 79912

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The Church of St. Clement

Downtown

  • 5:00 PMFamily Service with Christmas Pageant and Praise Band (Christmas Pageant; childcare for children 5 and under)
    Family
  • 7:30 PMChristmas Eve Holy Communion (Childcare for children 5 and under)

810 N Campbell, El Paso, TX 79902

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More El Paso area churches with Christmas Eve services

These churches held Christmas Eve services in past years. Most post 2026 times in late November and December; we check every week.

Christmas Eve services by tradition in El Paso

Churches whose tradition we have confirmed, grouped by tradition in alphabetical order, in the same format.

Catholic Christmas Eve services in El Paso (2)

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Lutheran Christmas Eve services in El Paso (1)

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Questions about Christmas Eve services in El Paso

What day is Christmas Eve in 2026?

Christmas Eve is Thursday, December 24, 2026. Most churches in the El Paso area hold services from the afternoon into the evening.

How many churches in the El Paso area hold Christmas Eve services?

This page lists 5 churches in the El Paso area with Christmas Eve services. 2 have posted 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 El Paso?

Of the times posted so far, the earliest is 5:00 PM at Queen of Peace Parish and The Church of St. Clement.

What is the latest Christmas Eve service in El Paso?

Of the times posted so far, the latest is 7:30 PM at The Church of St. Clement.

Which churches in El Paso have a family or children's Christmas Eve service?

Churches with a family or children's service posted for 2026 include Queen of Peace Parish and The Church of St. Clement. Family services are usually earlier and shorter, often with a children's pageant or simple songs.

Are there Christmas Eve services in other languages in El Paso?

Yes. Spanish: Queen of Peace Parish.

Which parts of the El Paso area have Christmas Eve services?

Churches on this page are in Central El Paso, Downtown, East Side, Lower Valley and West Side. Each listing has its address and a map link.

Which church traditions hold Christmas Eve services in El Paso?

The 5 churches on this page include 2 Catholic and 1 Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Catholic: Queen of Peace Parish and St. Mark Catholic Church. Lutheran Church Missouri Synod: Zion Lutheran Church.

Which El Paso churches have not posted 2026 Christmas Eve times yet?

Abundant Church, St. Mark Catholic Church and Zion Lutheran Church held Christmas Eve services in recent years but have not posted 2026 times. We check their pages each week.

When do churches in El Paso post their Christmas Eve times?

Most churches post between late November and mid December. We check every church on this page each week and add 2026 times as soon as they appear on the church's own page.

Is there a Catholic Christmas Eve Mass in El Paso?

Yes. This page lists 2 Catholic churches in El Paso with Christmas Eve services, including Queen of Peace Parish (West Side) and St. Mark Catholic Church (East Side). Queen of Peace Parish has posted 2026 times starting at 5:00 PM.

Is there a Lutheran Christmas Eve service in El Paso?

Yes. This page lists 1 Lutheran church in El Paso with Christmas Eve services, including Zion Lutheran Church (Central El Paso). Its 2026 times are not posted yet.

How is this list put together?

We list every church we find in El Paso 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 Texas?

Our page for Texas 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 El Paso?

Our guide to Christmas events for kids in El Paso lists Santa visits, holiday lights, shows and free events for 2026, each checked on the host's own website.

How early should we arrive for a Christmas Eve service?

Family and candlelight services are usually the busiest of the year. Arriving 20 to 30 minutes early helps with parking and seating together, especially with young children.

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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Rally Takes the Train is a picture book about a corgi’s first train ride to visit his grand-paw-rents. Our story

A free public listing. Rally Takes the Train is a children’s book and does not endorse any church or faith. Every church is listed the same way, and no church pays to be listed or placed higher. Times come only from each church’s own page; check it before you go. Church staff: send corrections to kelsey@rallytakesthetrain.com.

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