Christmas Eve 2026 · Checked November 13, 2026
6 Catholic churches in San Diego with Christmas Eve services, with addresses, maps and each church's own schedule. Times appear as churches post them for 2026.
Christmas Eve service times in San Diego
Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Ocean Beach
CatholicOcean Beach
- 4:00 PM Children's Mass (The parish children's choir sings)
Family
So far the parish has posted only its 4:00 PM Children's Mass for Christmas Eve 2026.
4776 Saratoga Ave, San Diego, CA 92107 · Map (opens in a new tab)
All Hallows Catholic Church
CatholicLa Jolla
- 3:00 PM Christmas Eve Mass (in the Church and the Parish Hall)
- 5:30 PM Christmas Eve Mass (in the Church)
- 8:00 PM Christmas Eve Mass (in the Church)
Carols are sung before each Mass. Christmas Day Mass is at 9:00 AM.
6602 La Jolla Scenic Dr S, La Jolla, CA 92037 · Map (opens in a new tab)
More churches in San Diego 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.
Our Mother of Confidence Catholic Church
CatholicUniversity City
2026 times not posted yet · Family service in 2025
In 2025 the parish held a Family Mass with a children's choir prelude and a late Mass with carols.
3131 Governor Dr, San Diego, CA 92122 · Map (opens in a new tab)
St. Joseph Cathedral
CatholicDowntown (Cortez Hill)
2026 times not posted yet
1535 Third Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 · Map (opens in a new tab)
The Immaculata
CatholicLinda Vista (University of San Diego)
2026 times not posted yet
The church is on the University of San Diego campus. In 2025 caroling began before the late Mass.
5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110 · Map (opens in a new tab)
St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church
CatholicScripps Ranch
2026 times not posted yet
In 2025 the Christmas Eve Masses featured a children's choir, a traditional choir, a youth band and a combined choir.
11451 Blue Cypress Dr, San Diego, CA 92131 · Map (opens in a new tab)
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Questions about Christmas Eve services in San Diego
How do I find a Catholic Christmas Eve Mass near me in San Diego?
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 San Diego hold Christmas Eve services?
This page covers 6 Catholic churches in San Diego. 2 have posted 2026 times so far, and we add the rest as each church posts them.
What is the earliest Catholic Christmas Eve service in San Diego?
Of the times posted so far, the earliest is 3:00 PM at All Hallows Catholic Church (Christmas Eve Mass (in the Church and the Parish Hall)).
What is the latest Catholic Christmas Eve service in San Diego?
Of the times posted so far, the latest is 8:00 PM at All Hallows Catholic Church (Christmas Eve Mass (in the Church)).
Are there family or children's Catholic Christmas Eve services in San Diego?
Yes. Family or children's services are posted at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Ocean Beach. They are usually earlier and shorter, often with a pageant or simple songs.
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 San Diego?
Yes. We list All Hallows Catholic Church, Our Mother of Confidence Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Ocean Beach and St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church in San Diego.
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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 13, 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.