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Christmas 2025: From Sacred Heart Cathedral to St Stephen's Church, see how Delhi churches have got a festive glow up

Celebrate Christmas Eve in Delhi by visiting its beautiful, historic churches. Enjoy the architectural beauty and heritage of these iconic sites this festival.

Published on: Dec 24, 2025, 14:40:00 IST
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Delhi, are you planning a long drive to soak in the Christmas cheer? Must experience the aesthetics in architecture and heritage of some of the Capital’s oldest and most popular Churches on Christmas Eve, today.

Here's how the Sacred Heart Cathedral Church, in Connaught Place, is illuminated with colorful lights, ahead of Christmas festivities this year. (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)
Here's how the Sacred Heart Cathedral Church, in Connaught Place, is illuminated with colorful lights, ahead of Christmas festivities this year. (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)

Here's where you must head for the same:

The Baptist Church in Karol Bagh,  dating back to 1916, looks surreal as it stands eloquently decked up on a busy street of West Delhi. (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)
The Baptist Church in Karol Bagh, dating back to 1916, looks surreal as it stands eloquently decked up on a busy street of West Delhi. (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)
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The church is adorned with festive decorations and lights. A 12 feet high Christmas tree is also installed as preparations are underway for the grand event on December 25. - Tony Koti, Secretary, Baptist Church in Karol Bagh
When in the heart of Delhi, a visit to the Sacred Heart Cathedral is a must! In fact, Christmas cheer takes over the city when carols begin to play in this popular place, built between 1930 to 1935, (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)
When in the heart of Delhi, a visit to the Sacred Heart Cathedral is a must! In fact, Christmas cheer takes over the city when carols begin to play in this popular place, built between 1930 to 1935, (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)
A visit to the Holy Trinity Church, built by missionaries in 1905, at Turkman Gate is never just about admiring the vibrant decorations but also about indulging in community feasts. (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)
A visit to the Holy Trinity Church, built by missionaries in 1905, at Turkman Gate is never just about admiring the vibrant decorations but also about indulging in community feasts. (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)
The St Thomas’ Church on Mandir Marg with its tall ceiling, dome and arches is a living example of the British-era architecture in the city. The Holy Communion Service here will begin at 11pm today. (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)
The St Thomas’ Church on Mandir Marg with its tall ceiling, dome and arches is a living example of the British-era architecture in the city. The Holy Communion Service here will begin at 11pm today. (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)
St Stephen’s Church in Old Delhi, established in 1862, has turned into a red beauty due to its brick and sandstone structure that has been lit up. Its baroque architecture, with a bell tower, is a sight to behold during the festive season! (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)
St Stephen’s Church in Old Delhi, established in 1862, has turned into a red beauty due to its brick and sandstone structure that has been lit up. Its baroque architecture, with a bell tower, is a sight to behold during the festive season! (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)

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