Christmas Eve 2026 · Updated November 7, 2026
Christmas Eve services in Missouri
Find a Christmas Eve service anywhere in Missouri: 27 churches in 2 cities so far, family and children's services first, with 2026 times as each church posts them.
Christmas Eve services by city in Missouri
Christmas Eve services by tradition in Missouri
Baptist · Catholic · Christian Church (Disciples) · Episcopal · Lutheran · Unitarian Universalist
Baptist Christmas Eve services in Missouri
Catholic Christmas Eve Mass times in Missouri
Every Catholic Christmas Eve service in Missouri
Disciples of Christ Christmas Eve services in Missouri
Episcopal Christmas Eve services in Missouri
Lutheran Christmas Eve services in Missouri
Unitarian Universalist Christmas Eve services in Missouri
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Questions
How do I find a Christmas Eve service near me in Missouri?
Pick your city on this page. Each city lists every 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 churches in Missouri hold Christmas Eve services?
This page covers 27 churches in 2 cities in Missouri. 1 has posted 2026 times so far, and we add the rest as each church posts them.
Which cities in Missouri are on this page?
Kansas City and St. Louis. We add cities as we research them.
Which cities in Missouri have the most Christmas Eve services listed?
The most listings so far are in Kansas City (18) and St. Louis (9).
What is the earliest Christmas Eve service in Missouri?
Of the times posted so far, the earliest is 5:30 PM at Midtown Baptist Temple in Kansas City (Christmas Eve Service).
What is the latest Christmas Eve service in Missouri?
Of the times posted so far, the latest is 5:30 PM at Midtown Baptist Temple in Kansas City (Christmas Eve Service).
Which church traditions have Christmas Eve services in Missouri?
Listed in alphabetical order: Baptist (2), Catholic (16), Christian Church (Disciples) (1), Episcopal (2), Lutheran (2), Unitarian Universalist (1). Every tradition is listed in the same format.
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.
Where can I find Christmas events for kids in Missouri?
Our guide to Christmas events for kids in Missouri lists Santa visits, holiday lights, shows and free events for 2026, city by city.
Is there a Catholic Christmas Eve Mass in Missouri?
Yes. We list Catholic churches with Christmas Eve services in Kansas City and St. Louis.
Is there an Episcopal Christmas Eve service in Missouri?
Yes. We list Episcopal churches with Christmas Eve services in Kansas City and St. Louis.
Is there a Lutheran Christmas Eve service in Missouri?
Yes. We list Lutheran churches with Christmas Eve services in Kansas City and St. Louis.
Is there a Baptist Christmas Eve service in Missouri?
Yes. We list Baptist churches with Christmas Eve services in Kansas City.
Is there a Christian Church Christmas Eve service in Missouri?
Yes. We list Christian Church churches with Christmas Eve services in St. Louis.
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.