Post-Election Prayer Vigil

As America awaits the election results, the Cathedral will lead the nation in prayer and contemplation in a four-hour vigil on the day after Election Day.

The Cathedral will be open from 1 to 5 pm for private prayer and reflection.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Attendance for the afternoon vigil will be limited in accordance with District of Columbia public health guidelines; the Cathedral will be able to welcome no more than 100 people at any one time.
• Reservations are not required; admission will be allowed on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Public health measures and social distancing will be followed, and we ask you to observe the guidance of the Cathedral staff.
• Properly worn face masks are required for all guests over the age of 6.
• Worshippers will be asked to provide contact information in the event it is needed for potential contact tracing.
• No clothing, signs or other items that support or oppose specific candidates will be allowed inside the Cathedral.
• In order to accommodate as many visitors as possible, we ask that you stay for stay for as long as you want but no longer than you need.
• The Cathedral will not be available for tourism, sightseeing or photography.
• Chaplains and clergy will be available both inside and outside the building.
• The only area of the Cathedral open to visitors will be the nave (main) level. The Cathedral gift shop and Open City Cafe remain closed.
• Complimentary parking will be available in the Cathedral garage.