Trinity Church Wall Street has one of the best choral music programs in the country, and its December season is a highlight of the holidays in Lower Manhattan. Here’s the full 2026 holiday lineup.
December 2026 Schedule
| Messiah (Handel) | Wed–Fri, Dec 2–4, 7 p.m. |
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| Rose Ever Blooming (Advent concert) | Sun, Dec 6, 7 p.m. |
| A Ceremony of Carols (Britten) — Trinity Youth Chorus | Sun, Dec 13, 7 p.m. |
| Tiny Concerts: Bach, Kuhnau & Buxtehude | Wed, Dec 16, 6:30 p.m., Chapel of All Saints |
| Holiday Sing-Along: Sing, Choirs of Angels | Sat, Dec 19, 2 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. |
| Compline by Candlelight (Christmas) | Sun, Dec 20, 7 p.m. |
| Venue | Trinity Church, 89 Broadway (at Wall St) |
Highlights
The Holiday Sing-Along on December 19 is a joyful, family-friendly afternoon where the audience sings carols with Trinity’s choirs and a brass and percussion ensemble. Compline by Candlelight is a short, meditative 30-minute service of improvisation and Christmas songs, a lovely way to slow down in the busiest week of the year.
Check trinitychurchnyc.org for ticketing; some events are free with reservations and others are ticketed.
See also our Messiah in NYC guide and the nearby NYSE Christmas tree.
About Trinity Church
Trinity Church, at the head of Wall Street, is one of New York’s oldest parishes, founded in 1697. The current Gothic Revival church, completed in 1846, was once the tallest building in the city. Alexander Hamilton is buried in its churchyard. Its music program, with the Trinity Choir and Trinity Baroque Orchestra, is one of the most acclaimed in the country.
Tips
- Reserve tickets early; Messiah sells out.
- Arrive early for good seats at free or community events.
- Visit St. Paul’s Chapel, also part of Trinity, a few blocks north; it’s Manhattan’s oldest surviving church building.
Nearby
The NYSE tree is steps away on Broad Street.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Trinity Church holiday sing-along free?
Check Trinity’s website for reservations; community events like the sing-along are typically free or low cost.
When is Trinity Church’s Messiah 2026?
December 2–4, 2026 at 7 p.m.
