Welcome to
Christmas Eve At First Pres
Join us for a truly unique and wonderful worship experience to celebrate the birth of Jesus
Welcome to Christmas Eve at First Pres, where we invite you and your loved ones to celebrate the birth of Jesus in a warm, family-friendly, and joyous atmosphere. Our services offer a beautiful blend of timeless tradition and contemporary worship, creating a space for everyone to experience the wonder of Christmas. Together, we’ll share in the beauty of Emmanuel—God with us—through worship, fellowship, and the warmth of community.
Join us on Tuesday, December 24 for a service filled with celebration, joy, and the true meaning of Christmas.
Service Times
Family Service
Join us at 10 am for a special family-friendly service where kids are invited to participate in the telling of the Christmas story. No nursery, as all children are welcome in the Worship Center.
Sanctuary Services
Our traditional candlelight services in the Sanctuary feature a full choir, orchestra, and classic Christmas hymns to celebrate the birth of Christ. Nursery is provided for kids birth through age 6.
Worship Center Service
Our contemporary service at 6:30 pm in the Worship Center offers modern Christmas music, praise hymns, and an uplifting message. Nursery is provided for kids birth through age 6.
Midnight Communion Service
Join us at 11 pm for a reflective candlelight service including communion as we usher in Christmas Day.
Get Your Free Tickets
While we don't charge for tickets to attend a service however, seating is limited. Provided tickets guarantee a seat for you and everyone in your family. Tickets are available in person on the day of the event at the Welcome Hub at our Weber Street entrance as first-come, first-served. Make plans to arrive about 30 minutes before service starts to receive your tickets, and you'll be able to choose from floor or balcony seating for the Sanctuary services.
If you're a new guest and have kids, get a head start on Christmas Eve! Register your kids early for nursery and kids programming, and breeze past the check-in line before services. Secure your spot and enjoy a smooth start to a joyful celebration!
Family Pre-Registration
Directions & Parking
We are located at 219 E Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903. Free parking is available on-site at our Weber Street lot or in the parking garage next to the YMCA. Both lots have easy access to the main entrance on Weber Street through the glass doors. Follow the signs for entry.