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At one of the most festive holidays of Christianity, you can participate in a Mass or Church service and visit the church to pray on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Matthias Church Budapest, located in the historical Buda Castle District. While the language of the mass is Hungarian, it is still possible to follow the Catholic mass schedule if you’ve attended similar services before. For more details on mass times and opening hours at the end of December, please visit our guide: Matthias Church Christmas Opening Hours.
Matthias Church offers a spiritually uplifting experience during the Christmas holidays. While the church is open exclusively for religious visitors attending mass or praying, tourists cannot visit on these days. Regular tourist visits are available before December 24 and after December 25. The hours may change.
Christmas Mass Schedule at Matthias Church
Kindly note that the following are guidelines only and the schedule of Advent and Christmas masses may change.
Advent Period: During Advent, Rorate Masses are held at 6:00 AM from Monday, December 4th, to Saturday, December 23rd.
The Sunday Mass schedule during Advent remains unchanged: 7:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 6:00 PM.
December 24: Christmas Eve Mass follows a regular annual schedule. Kindly expect a high number of visitors.
Matthias Church Christmas Mass is a must-see for religious visitors or visitors who respectfully pay attention to the complete service in order to connect with God, seeking a truly spiritual experience during the holidays. Set within the stunning Gothic architecture of this historic landmark, the Mass offers a serene and sacred atmosphere, enhanced by the beautiful sounds of organ or guitar accompaniment. For those looking to connect with their faith in a profound way, attending a Christmas Mass at Matthias Church is an unforgettable way to celebrate the season in one of Budapest’s most iconic and spiritual settings.
Traditional Mass Schedule in Buda Castle Matthias Church
December 24:
| 06:00 – 07:30 | Rorate Mass: Early morning Advent Mass honouring Mary, held before sunrise. |
| 16:00 | Children’s Christmas nativity play. |
| 24:00 | Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve |
December 25:
| 07:00 – 07:30 | Quiet Mass |
| 08:30 – 09:30 | Family/Children’s Mass |
| 10:00 – 11:30 | Celebratory Mass in Latin |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Celebratory Organ Mass |
| 17:30 – 18:00 | Litania |
| 18:00 – 19:00 | Celebratory Organ Mass |
| Note: | Religious / Spiritual Visitors are welcome (no tourists). |
Festive Opening Hours
For a full list of festive opening times in Matthias Church, visit: Matthias Church Christmas Opening Hours.
Winter Concerts in Matthias Church
Discover the magical classical music concerts hosted in Matthias Church. Concert dates include: December 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 27, and 30, 2024. More information about Budapest Christmas concerts can be found here.
Guided Tours in Matthias Church
Guided tours are available during the Advent season. Reserve your spot early for the Buda Castle and Matthias Church Tour, including an interactive small-group tour of the Buda Castle District and a live guided tour inside Matthias Church.
Last updated: Jan 6, 2025
