Advent and Christmas

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Advent and Christmas

Find information about all the services and concerts taking place at St Paul's Cathedral this Advent and Christmas.
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Celebrate the birth of Jesus and a new relationship with God at St Paul's this Advent and Christmas.

Hear again the message of the angels and, in heart and mind, go to Bethlehem and discover the peace of the Christ Child through the pages of scripture and the carols of the Choir.

Whoever you are, and whatever you believe, you are welcome to come to St Paul’s and experience Advent and Christmas through words, silence, and music at one of our services and concerts.

  • Our Advent and Christmas services, along with our regular pattern of services, are free of charge to attend, and everyone is welcome.
  • You will need tickets to attend our 4pm Carol Services on the 23rd and 24th December, and A Celebration of Christmas on 12th December. 
  • Find out more helpful information about tickets, visiting, and cancellations on our Christmas FAQs page.
  • Tickets and booking information for charity concerts can be found on their individual event listing pages.

We have helpful online guidance on what to expect for those attending a service for the first time,.

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Advent services and events

Christmas services from 23rd December

A carved wooden Nativity scene displayed in the Cathedral during Advent and Christmas

Explore Advent and Christmas in our learning library

Explore our wonderful selection of thought provoking written reflections, filmed events and conversations around Advent and Christmas themes.

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