Special services
We hold a wide variety of special services, including annual celebrations, memorials and commemorations. Many are held on behalf of the church, the Royal Family, or a national or international organisation.
Upcoming services
Attendance at our special services is usually by invitation only, but for some of them, you can apply for free tickets. Please check the listings below for details.
More about the Commonwealth
Find out more about the Abbey's connection with the Commonwealth.
Past special services
Read reports of some recent special services held at Westminster Abbey.
Judges mark the start of the new legal year 2024
Tuesday, 1st October 2024
A Service of Thanksgiving in the 30th year of South Africa’s democracy
Tuesday, 16th July 2024
Abbey welcomes New Lord Mayor of Westminster
Monday, 8th July 2024
Emperor of Japan visits Westminster Abbey
Tuesday, 25th June 2024
Florence Nightingale remembered at annual service
Thursday, 16th May 2024
The life of Sir Stirling Moss honoured at Abbey
Wednesday, 8th May 2024
See more reports of Special Services held at Westminster Abbey.
St Margaret's special services
St Margaret’s Church, Westminster Abbey, also holds a number of special services each year, and some are open to the public.
