Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church
About Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church
Dedicated in 1914 and recognized as America's First Basilica, the Basilica of Saint Mary anchors downtown Minneapolis at 1600 Hennepin Avenue with four Sunday Masses—including an ASL-interpreted and livestreamed 9:30 AM celebration. Served by Dominican priests, this Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis landmark offers ministries in criminal justice, refugee and immigration advocacy, and creation justice alongside robust faith formation for all ages.
Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Minneapolis, Minnesota, part of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis. The parish offers Mass 15 times per week, including Sunday at 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and 12 PM and 5:30 PM. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.
Mass Schedule
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.
Eucharistic Adoration
Programs & Ministries
RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)
RCIA / OCIA
OCIA sponsors
AdultsWalk with an adult who is inquiring about becoming Catholic.
Volunteer opportunity
Faith Formation & Religious Education
Faith Formation
Schedule: Saturday, 5 PM
Young Family Ministry and Whole Family Catechesis
ChildrenYouth Ministry
Youth Group
Schedule: Sunday, 5:15 PM
Youth Ministry is held on Sundays from 3:30-5:15pm. Please opt-in to Basilica emails. If you have opted out of emails from The Basilica, you will not receive important Faith Formation communications.
Young Adult Ministry
Basilica Young Adults (BYA)
Young AdultsYoung Adults
Schedule: Thursday, 6:45 PM
Bible Study
BYA Weekly Vespers & Bible Study
Young AdultsSchedule: Wednesday, weekly
Join us for our weekly Vespers & Bible Study. We always look at the upcoming Mass readings.
Bible Study
Schedule: Sunday
Choir & Music Ministry
Choir
Schedule: Sunday, 9:30 AM
Other Ministries
Immigrant Support Ministry
AdultsVolunteer opportunity
Mentoring - Hennepin Connections, Prisoners or Patients
AdultsVolunteer opportunity
Adult Speaker Series and Programs
AdultsLiturgical Ministry
AdultsVolunteer opportunity
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Mass times at Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church? ▼
Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church Mass times: Sunday at 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 12 PM, 5:30 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Wednesday.
Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church? ▼
Yes, Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.
Does Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church have daily Mass? ▼
Yes, Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 7 AM, 12 PM.
Where is Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church located? ▼
Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church is located at 88 17th Street N, Minneapolis, MN 55405. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.
Does Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church have Eucharistic Adoration? ▼
Yes, Basilica of St. Mary Catholic Church offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Friday .
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