Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve
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The Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols will be held at Ripon Cathedral on 24 December 2026 at 17:30. This traditional event celebrates the story of Christmas through nine lessons and carols. Admission to the festival is free.
The cathedral's celebrations of Christmas once again include the traditional Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols when the story of Christmas is told in readings and music from Ripon Cathedral Choir. You can watch the streamed Christmas Eve service via the cathedral YouTube channel. Tickets More details about tickets will be available soon Timings The doors will open at 4pm, with everyone seated by 5.10pm for the service to start at 5.30pm. Access and Parking If you have any accessibility requirements, please contact the Cathedral Office on 01765 603462 / cathedraladmin@riponcathedral.org.uk The nearest parking is in the St Mary Gate & Cathedral Car Park (by Sainsbury's). Onsite disabled parking is limited. Please ring the Chapter House on 01765 602072 to book.
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Frequently asked questions
Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve takes place on Thursday, 24 December 2026 at 17:30.
Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve is held at Ripon Cathedral in Harrogate (Liberty Court House, Ripon, HG4 1QT).
Entry to Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Ripon Cathedral can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve can be booked via riponcathedral.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols will be held at Ripon Cathedral on 24 December 2026 at 17:30. This traditional event celebrates the story of Christmas through nine lessons and carols. Admission to the festival is free.
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The cathedral's celebrations of Christmas once again include the traditional Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols when the story of Christmas is told in readings and music from Ripon Cathedral Choir. You can watch the streamed Christmas Eve service via the cathedral YouTube channel. Tickets More details about tickets will be available soon Timings The doors will open at 4pm, with everyone seated by 5.10pm for the service to start at 5.30pm. Access and Parking If you have any accessibility requirements, please contact the Cathedral Office on 01765 603462 / cathedraladmin@riponcathedral.org.uk The nearest parking is in the St Mary Gate & Cathedral Car Park (by Sainsbury's). Onsite disabled parking is limited. Please ring the Chapter House on 01765 602072 to book.
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WhereRipon Cathedral
Liberty Court House, Ripon, HG4 1QT
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve?
Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve takes place on Thursday, 24 December 2026 at 17:30.
Where is Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve taking place?
Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve is held at Ripon Cathedral in Harrogate (Liberty Court House, Ripon, HG4 1QT).
How much are tickets for Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve?
Entry to Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Ripon Cathedral can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve?
Tickets for Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve can be booked via riponcathedral.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Price
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