Easter Vigil

April 4, 2026

The Missale Romanum reminds us that the Easter Vigil is the "mother of all vigils," the "greatest and most noble of all solemnities." On this night, the Church keeps watch, celebrating the resurrection of Christ in the sacraments and awaiting his return in glory. It is the turning point of the Triduum, the Passover of the new covenant, which marks Christ's passage from death to life.

The Vigil, by its very nature is to take place in the dark. It is not begun before nightfall.

You will find Mass times below listed by city/town. For a listing by parish, click here.

Bangor

St. Paul the Apostle Parish:

St. John Church, 217 York Street - Easter Vigil Mass at 8 p.m.

Bar Harbor

Parish of the Transfiguration of the Lord:

Holy Redeemer Church, 56 Mount Desert Street - Easter Vigil Mass at 8 p.m.

Limerick

St. Matthew Parish:

St. Matthew Church, 19 Dora Lane - Easter Vigil Mass at 8 p.m.

Old Town

Parish of the Resurrection of the Lord:

Holy Family Church, 429 Main Street - Easter Vigil Mass at 8 p.m.

Portland

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Portland

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress Street - Easter Vigil Mass at 8 p.m. with Bishop James Ruggieri presiding.

Stratton

Our Lady of the Lakes Parish:

St. John Church, 76 Main Street - Easter Vigil Mass at 8 p.m.

Wells

Holy Spirit Parish:

St. Mary Church, 236 Eldridge Road - Easter Vigil Mass at 8 p.m.