Christmas Eve 2026 · Checked November 7, 2026
We list 8 Pittsburgh churches with Christmas Eve services, and 1 has 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 Pittsburgh
Unity Center of Pittsburgh
UnityEast End
- 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
The event page uses online registration, currently shown as closed
Listed as about one hour, 7:00 to 8:00 PM.
5343 Kincaid St, Pittsburgh, PA 15224 · Map (opens in a new tab)
More churches in Pittsburgh 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.
East Liberty Presbyterian Church
PresbyterianEast Liberty
2026 times not posted yet · Family service in 2025
In 2025 there was a family friendly service and a later candlelight service, both also streamed online.
116 S. Highland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Shadyside Presbyterian Church
PresbyterianShadyside
2026 times not posted yet · Family service in 2025
In 2025 there was a nativity service led by children and youth and a candlelight service.
5121 Westminster Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15232 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Saint Paul Cathedral
CatholicOakland
2026 times not posted yet
The cathedral has an accessible entrance off the driveway from the Fifth Avenue entrance.
108 North Dithridge St., Pittsburgh, PA 15213 · Map (opens in a new tab)
The Pittsburgh Oratory
CatholicOakland
2026 times not posted yet
In 2025 the schedule included a Christmas Vigil Mass and a Midnight Mass.
4450 Bayard Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Calvary Episcopal Church
EpiscopalShadyside
2026 times not posted yet
The 2025 Christmas Eve service was posted on video afterward.
315 Shady Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 · Map (opens in a new tab)
First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh
UnitarianShadyside
2026 times not posted yet
605 Morewood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Orchard Hill Church, Strip District
Strip District
2026 times not posted yet
In 2025 childcare was offered for newborns through preschool. Registering did not reserve a seat.
1620 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 · Map (opens in a new tab)
Christmas Eve services by tradition in Pittsburgh
Every church on this page, grouped by tradition in alphabetical order. Tap a church to jump to its listing.
Catholic (2) · Episcopal (1) · Presbyterian (2) · Unitarian Universalist (1)
Catholic Christmas Eve Mass times in Pittsburgh
- Saint Paul Cathedral · Oakland · 2026 times not posted yet
- The Pittsburgh Oratory · Oakland · 2026 times not posted yet
Catholic services in other cities
Episcopal Christmas Eve services in Pittsburgh
- Calvary Episcopal Church · Shadyside · 2026 times not posted yet
Episcopal services in other cities
Presbyterian Christmas Eve services in Pittsburgh
- East Liberty Presbyterian Church · East Liberty · 2026 times not posted yet
- Shadyside Presbyterian Church · Shadyside · 2026 times not posted yet
Presbyterian services in other cities
Unitarian Universalist Christmas Eve services in Pittsburgh
- First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh · Shadyside · 2026 times not posted yet
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Questions about Christmas Eve services in Pittsburgh
What time are Christmas Eve services in Pittsburgh?
So far one Pittsburgh church has posted a 2026 time: Unity Center of Pittsburgh holds a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 7:00 PM on Thursday, December 24, 2026. The other 7 churches on this page have not posted 2026 times yet, and we add them as they appear.
Are there Christmas Eve services for kids in Pittsburgh?
Yes, based on past years. Shadyside Presbyterian held a nativity service led by children and youth in 2025, and East Liberty Presbyterian held a family friendly Friends & Family Service. Orchard Hill Church in the Strip District offered childcare for newborns through preschool. None has posted 2026 times yet.
Is there a Midnight Mass in Pittsburgh?
No 2026 Midnight Mass time is posted yet. The Pittsburgh Oratory in Oakland held a Midnight Mass in 2025, and Saint Paul Cathedral held a late evening Christmas Eve Mass. We will add 2026 Catholic Mass times when parishes and the diocese post them in December.
Are there Spanish-language Christmas Eve services in Pittsburgh?
None of the churches on this page has posted a Spanish-language Christmas Eve service for 2026 yet. We check parish and church pages weekly from November 20 and will add Spanish services as soon as a church posts one.
Do I need tickets or reservations?
Most churches on this page do not mention tickets. Unity Center of Pittsburgh lists its 7:00 PM service with online registration, which currently shows as closed, so check its page before you go. In 2025 Orchard Hill Church noted that registering did not reserve a seat.
Can I watch a Christmas Eve service online?
East Liberty Presbyterian streamed both of its 2025 Christmas Eve services online, and Calvary Episcopal posted its 2025 service on video. Check each church page in December for 2026 streaming details.
How early should we arrive?
Churches in Pittsburgh have not posted 2026 arrival advice yet. In 2025 Orchard Hill Church said registering did not reserve a seat and suggested arriving early. Arriving 20 to 30 minutes ahead is a practical choice for popular evening services.
How long is a family Christmas Eve service?
Shadyside Presbyterian listed its 2025 children and youth nativity service as one hour, 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Unity Center of Pittsburgh lists its 2026 candlelight service from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. Other churches have not posted service lengths for 2026.
When do churches in Pittsburgh post their Christmas Eve times?
Many Pittsburgh churches and Catholic parishes post Christmas Eve times from late November to mid December. This page lists 8 churches, and 1 has posted 2026 times so far. We recheck every listing weekly from November 20.
Is there parking or childcare?
Orchard Hill Church in the Strip District offered childcare for newborns through preschool on Christmas Eve 2025. Saint Paul Cathedral has an accessible entrance off the Fifth Avenue driveway. Other churches have not posted 2026 parking or childcare details yet.
What day is Christmas Eve in 2026?
Christmas Eve is Thursday, December 24, 2026. Most churches in Pittsburgh hold services from the afternoon into the evening, and some hold a service at or near midnight.
How many churches in Pittsburgh hold Christmas Eve services?
This page lists 8 churches in Pittsburgh with Christmas Eve services. 1 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 Pittsburgh?
Of the times posted so far, the earliest is 7:00 PM at Unity Center of Pittsburgh (Christmas Eve Candlelight Service).
Are there candlelight Christmas Eve services in Pittsburgh?
Yes. Unity Center of Pittsburgh lists a candlelight service for 2026. Many candlelight services end with the congregation holding lit candles, so families with small children may want a seat near the aisle.
Which parts of Pittsburgh have Christmas Eve services?
Churches on this page are spread across East End, East Liberty, Oakland, Shadyside and Strip District. Each listing has its address and a map link.
How is this list put together?
We list every church we find in Pittsburgh 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 Pennsylvania?
Our page for Pennsylvania 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 Pittsburgh?
Our guide to Christmas events for kids in Pittsburgh 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.