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Join York Minster’s worship to mark the start of Advent with two atmospheric and breath-taking candlelit services of music, readings and prayers, in celebration and anticipation of the birth of Jesus Christ, the Light of the World. These services, which will include music from the Choir of York Minster, start in darkness before a single flame is used to spread light through the cathedral, with candles held by each member of the congregation.
Booking
We want as many people to join our Advent and Christmas worship as possible.
Free, in-person tickets will be available via the York Minster website or by calling 01904 557200 from 10am on Tuesday 10 November 2026 for the first service and from 10am on Thursday 12 November for the second service.
A small number of seats may be available, in the event that those with pre-booked tickets do not attend. Those without tickets are invited to queue outside the Minster and will be admitted if space is available.
Please note, there is no guarantee that congregation without pre-booked tickets will be admitted.
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YO1 7HH York, United Kingdom, 9 Minster Yard, York, YO1 7, United Kingdom
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