Baltimore Basilica - America's First Cathedral

10/19/2026

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Explore the lasting effects of parental divorce and discover a path toward healing in Christ.

Find healing and transformation at our Life-Giving Wounds Retreat in Adamstown, MD on Nov. 13-15.

Through talks, reflection, sharing & prayer, start your journey to wholeness!

10/15/2026

Join us at the Baltimore Basilica this Sunday, October 18, at 10:30 AM for the Life Is Beautiful Award Mass, celebrating the gift and dignity of every human life.

We are honored to welcome Dr. Gianna Emanuela Molla and Msgr. James Farmer, who will be recognized by the Archdiocese of Baltimore for their inspiring witness to the Gospel of Life.

Mass will be celebrated by Most Rev. Adam J. Parker, followed by a special luncheon featuring reflections from Dr. Molla.

Come celebrate the beauty and dignity of every human life with us at America's First Cathedral!

10/12/2026

🎄 We're #3 on Baltimore's Best Christmas Events for 2026! 🎶

We're thrilled to share that Handel's Messiah at the Baltimore Basilica has been ranked #3 on TheChristmas.com's list of the Best Christmas Events in Baltimore for 2026!

Now in our fourth year, Handel's Messiah has become a beloved Baltimore Christmas tradition, bringing families, friends, and music lovers together to experience this magnificent masterpiece in the breathtaking setting of America's First Cathedral.

✨ Make it part of YOUR Christmas tradition this year!

🎶 Friday, December 11 | 7:00 PM
🎶 Saturday, December 12 | 3:00 PM

🎟️ Children 12 and under attend FREE! Student tickets are just $20.

Read the full list: https://thechristmas.com/blogs/events/best-christmas-events-in-baltimore

Don't miss one of Baltimore's top Christmas events—reserve your seats today!

10/06/2026

We are honored to welcome Most Rev. Gabriele Caccia, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, to the Baltimore Basilica on Sunday, October 25, at 10:30 a.m.

Archbishop Caccia will celebrate Mass with Archbishop William E. Lori at America’s First Cathedral.

Appointed by Pope Leo XIV as Apostolic Nuncio to the United States in March 2026, this will be Archbishop Caccia’s first time celebrating Mass at the Basilica since his appointment.

Please plan to arrive early to guarantee seating.

📍 Baltimore Basilica | 409 Cathedral Street, Baltimore
🗓 Sunday, October 25
⏰ 10:30 a.m.

09/23/2026

Can’t join us in person this Sunday? Join us online.

The 10:30 AM Sunday Mass at the Baltimore Basilica is livestreamed each week, making it possible for those who are sick, homebound, traveling, or otherwise unable to attend Mass in person to pray with us from wherever they are.

Watch live at:
https://www.youtube.com/

Please subscribe to our YouTube channel and like our page to stay connected with the Baltimore Basilica and help others discover our livestream.

We look forward to praying with you this Sunday at 10:30 AM EST.

09/10/2026

On Friday, September 11, Archbishop William E. Lori will celebrate the 12:10 PM Mass at the Baltimore Basilica in commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks.

We invite you to join us as we remember and pray for those who lost their lives in New York City, at the Pentagon, and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania; for their families and loved ones; and for all whose lives were forever changed by the events of that day.

May we entrust them to the mercy of God and continue to pray for peace in our nation and throughout the world.

Friday, September 11 | 12:10 PM
Baltimore Basilica | America’s First Cathedral

08/25/2026

Tickets are now on sale for Handel’s Messiah at the Baltimore Basilica!

Join us at America’s First Cathedral for a favorite Baltimore tradition and experience Handel’s complete masterpiece in one of the nation’s most breathtaking sacred spaces.

📅 Friday, December 11 at 7:00 PM
📅 Saturday, December 12 at 3:00 PM

Maestro Edward Polochick leads the Baltimore Basilica Festival Orchestra and Choir in this glorious celebration of hope, joy, and redemption, from the opening notes to the triumphant “Hallelujah” chorus.

🎟️ Reserve your seats today:
americasfirstcathedral.org/concertseries

08/25/2026

Join us at the breathtaking Baltimore Basilica, America’s First Cathedral, for a favorite Baltimore tradition - two glorious performances of Handel’s Messiah on Friday, December 11th and Saturday, December 12th, 2026 with Maestro Edward Polochick and the Baltimore Basilica Festival Orchestra and Choir!

From the heart-stirring opening strains to the exultant “Hallelujah” chorus, experience the complete masterpiece performed in one of the nation’s most inspiring and historic sacred spaces. With soaring choruses, brilliant orchestral writing, and world-class soloists, Messiah remains a timeless proclamation of hope, joy, and redemption.

Whether you have cherished this work for years or are discovering it for the first time, allow Handel’s beloved masterpiece to fill your heart and usher in the beauty and wonder of the Christmas season.

Ticket link in the comments.

Archdiocese of Baltimore
The Catholic Review

08/12/2026

Come early to Mass this Sunday at the Baltimore Basilica 🙏

Join us at 10:00 AM on Sunday, August 16, for Lauds sung by the Basilica Schola Cantorum, followed by our Solemn 10:30 AM Mass.

Experience the beauty of the Church’s ancient prayer in the sacred setting of America’s First Cathedral.

📍 Baltimore Basilica
🕙 Lauds | 10:00 AM
⛪ Mass | 10:30 AM

Archdiocese of Baltimore The Catholic Review

07/25/2026

Another great Family Adoration and Fellowship event at the Baltimore Basilica. ❤️