Christmas Eve Mass at Mariazell Basilica
Christmette in der Basilika Mariazell47°46′ N 15°19′ EChurch serviceDec 24, 2026Dates projectedSeasonal
Spend Christmas Eve at Austria's great pilgrimage church if the reason you came to Mariazell is the basilica. The Christmette is worship first, and visitors who join should stay to the end.
Dates and hours
- December 24, 2026Projected from past yearschecked Oct 10, 2026
- December 24, 2025Announcedsourcechecked Oct 10, 2026
Date rule: fixed 12-24
In 2025 the basilica held a children's nativity service at 15:00 and the Christmette at 22:00. The Advent market on the square closes on 20 December, so by Christmas Eve the evening belongs to the church. The 2026 times aren't out yet; the date here is projected from the fixed feast.
Quick answers about Christmas Eve Mass at Mariazell Basilica
When is Christmas Eve Mass at Mariazell Basilica?
Christmas Eve Mass at Mariazell Basilica takes place 24 December; in 2025 the Christmette began at 22:00. The next dates we have are December 24, 2026, projected from past years.
What are the opening hours of Christmas Eve Mass at Mariazell Basilica?
Christmas Eve Mass at Mariazell Basilica is open 2025 times: children's service 15:00, Christmette 22:00.