Catholic Christmas Eve Mass times in Minnesota (2026)

Pick your city on this page. Each city lists every Catholic 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 Catholic churches in Minnesota hold Christmas Eve services?

This page covers 7 Catholic churches in 3 cities in Minnesota. 1 has posted 2026 times so far, and we add the rest as each church posts them.

Which cities in Minnesota are on this page?

Duluth, Minneapolis and Rochester. We add cities as we research them.

Which cities in Minnesota have the most Catholic Christmas Eve services listed?

The most listings so far are in Minneapolis (3), Duluth (2) and Rochester (2).

What is the earliest Catholic Christmas Eve service in Minnesota?

Of the times posted so far, the earliest is 4:00 PM at Saint Olaf Catholic Church in Minneapolis (Christmas Eve Mass).

What is the latest Catholic Christmas Eve service in Minnesota?

Of the times posted so far, the latest is 4:00 PM at Saint Olaf Catholic Church in Minneapolis (Christmas Eve Mass).

Can I watch a Catholic Christmas Eve service online?

Yes. Livestreams are listed for Saint Olaf Catholic Church in Minneapolis. Each church's page has the link.

Are there Catholic Christmas Day services in Minnesota?

Yes. Christmas Day services on Friday, December 25 are posted at Saint Olaf Catholic Church in Minneapolis.

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 Catholic Christmas Eve Mass in Minneapolis?

Yes. We list Church of the Ascension, Saint Olaf Catholic Church and The Basilica of Saint Mary in Minneapolis.

Is there a Catholic Christmas Eve Mass in Duluth?

Yes. We list Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary and St. Elizabeth Church (St. James Parish) in Duluth.

Is there a Catholic Christmas Eve Mass in Rochester?

Yes. We list Church of the Resurrection and Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Rochester.

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.