Baptist Christmas Eve services in Florida (2026)

Pick your city on this page. Each city lists every Baptist church we have found with a Christmas Eve service, with its address, a map link and a link to the church's own schedule.

What day is Christmas Eve in 2026?

Christmas Eve is Thursday, December 24, 2026. Most churches hold services from the afternoon into the evening, and some hold a service at or near midnight.

How many Baptist churches in Florida hold Christmas Eve services?

This page covers 6 Baptist churches in 4 cities in Florida. 2 have posted 2026 times so far, and we add the rest as each church posts them.

Which cities in Florida are on this page?

Orlando, Pensacola, Tallahassee and Tampa. We add cities as we research them.

Which cities in Florida have the most Baptist Christmas Eve services listed?

The most listings so far are in Pensacola (3), Orlando (1) and Tallahassee (1).

What is the earliest Baptist Christmas Eve service in Florida?

Of the times posted so far, the earliest is 3:00 PM at First Baptist Orlando in Orlando (Christmas Eve Candlelight Service).

What is the latest Baptist Christmas Eve service in Florida?

Of the times posted so far, the latest is 7:00 PM at First Baptist Orlando in Orlando (Christmas Eve Candlelight Service).

Are there candlelight Baptist Christmas Eve services in Florida?

Yes. Candlelight services are posted at First Baptist Orlando in Orlando and First Baptist Church of Tampa in Tampa.

When do churches 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.

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.

How is this list put together?

We list every church we find with a Christmas Eve service, in the same format, and every tradition the same way. 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.

Is there a Baptist Christmas Eve service in Pensacola?

Yes. We list First Baptist Church of Pensacola, Marcus Pointe Baptist Church and The Cross Church in Pensacola.

Is there a Baptist Christmas Eve service in Orlando?

Yes. We list First Baptist Orlando in Orlando.

Is there a Baptist Christmas Eve service in Tallahassee?

Yes. We list First Baptist Church of Tallahassee in Tallahassee.

Is there a Baptist Christmas Eve service in Tampa?

Yes. We list First Baptist Church of Tampa in Tampa.

Listed as a free public service. Rally Takes the Train is a children's book and does not endorse any church or faith. Every tradition is listed the same way. Church staff: send corrections or removals to kelsey@rallytakesthetrain.com.