⛪ Christmas at the Vatican
Vatican City, Vatican City
Dec 24 – 25, 2026
The Pope celebrates Midnight Mass in St Peter's Basilica and gives the Urbi et Orbi blessing from the balcony on Christmas Day, with a giant tree and nativity in the square.
Good to know
- Mass tickets are free but must be requested in advance from the Papal Household; they cannot be resold.
- Without tickets you can watch on big screens in the square—allow time for security.
