Catholic Churches in Alexandria, Virginia

The Basilica of Saint Mary

Archdiocese of Arlington

Directions

Address

310 South Royal Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

About The Basilica of Saint Mary

The Basilica of Saint Mary is a Roman Rite parish located in Alexandria, VA, within the Archdiocese of Arlington. The parish is named after Saint Mary, the mother of Jesus, who is a central figure in Christianity and is venerated as the Blessed Virgin Mary.

The parish offers 23 Masses each week, with 6 Masses celebrated on Sundays. Confession is available three times weekly, and Eucharistic Adoration is also offered three times per week.


The Basilica of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic parish in Alexandria, Virginia, part of the Archdiocese of Arlington. The parish offers Mass 23 times per week, including Sunday at 7 AM and 8:30 AM and 10 AM and 12 PM and 1:30 PM and 5 PM. Confession is available on Wednesday, Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

7 AM
8:30 AM
10 AM
12 PM
1:30 PM
5 PM

Monday

6:30 AM
8 AM
12:10 PM

Tuesday

6:30 AM
8 AM
12:10 PM

Wednesday

6:30 AM
8 AM
12:10 PM

Thursday

6:30 AM
8 AM
12:10 PM

Friday

6:30 AM
8 AM
12:10 PM

Saturday

8:30 AM
5 PM

Confession Schedule

Wednesday

7 PM - 8 PMDuring Holy Hour

Saturday

9 AM - 10 AM
4 PM - 5 PM

Eucharistic Adoration

Wednesday: 12:45 PM - 8 PM
Wednesday: 7 PM - 8 PM (Saint Katherine Drexel Society Holy Hour)
Friday: 9 PM - 8:20 AM (Nocturnal Adoration 1st Fridays)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at The Basilica of Saint Mary?

The Basilica of Saint Mary Mass times: Sunday at 7 AM, 8:30 AM, 10 AM, 12 PM, 1:30 PM, 5 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Monday.

When is confession at The Basilica of Saint Mary?

The Basilica of Saint Mary confession times: Wednesday 7 PM - 8 PM; Saturday 9 AM - 10 AM, 4 PM - 5 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at The Basilica of Saint Mary?

Yes, The Basilica of Saint Mary celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does The Basilica of Saint Mary have daily Mass?

Yes, The Basilica of Saint Mary offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 12:10 PM, 6:30 AM, 8 AM.

Where is The Basilica of Saint Mary located?

The Basilica of Saint Mary is located at 310 South Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does The Basilica of Saint Mary have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, The Basilica of Saint Mary offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Wednesday 12:45 PM - 8 PM, 7 PM - 8 PM; Friday 9 PM - 8:20 AM.