When does the high mass on Pentecost Sunday begin?

The high mass begins on 24.05.2026 at 10:00 AM.

Where does the celebration take place?

In the Catholic parish church of Assumption of Mary, Prien at Market Square 12 in 83209 Prien a. Chiemsee.

Is the event a service or a concert?

It is a high mass with special church music, thus a liturgical celebration with concert-like expectations.

What music will be played?

The Chiemsee Mass by Johann Michael Haydn will be performed by Capella Vocale and Collegium Musicum Prien.

Can guests without community ties participate?

Yes, the celebration is open to everyone who wishes to experience a festive Pentecost service.

How long does the event last?

The indicated duration is about 90 minutes, so until around 11:30 AM.

M.Haydn Chiemsee Mass

Name: M.HAYDN CHIEMSEE MASS on Pentecost Sunday
Start: 2026-05-24T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-24T13:30:00+02:00
Location: Kath. Pfarrkirche Mariä Himmelfahrt Prien

Pentecostal Church Music full of Sound and Faith in Prien

The high mass on Pentecost Sunday combines liturgical depth with a special musical experience of faith. In the parish church of Assumption of Mary, the Chiemsee Mass by Johann Michael Haydn will resound, supported by Capella Vocale and Collegium Musicum Prien. ([tourismus.prien.de](https://www.tourismus.prien.de/veranstaltung/m-haydn-chiemseemesse-am-pfingstsonntag/?hid=8c2c96f1ae27c3cd9130dc63aaa93dc3))

A Festive Service in the Sign of the Holy Spirit

Pentecost stands for a new beginning, comfort, and vibrant community. The mass by Michael Haydn creates a festive space for prayer, spirituality, and attentive listening in this celebration. The musical framework illuminates the liturgical message of the day with great clarity. ([tourismus.prien.de](https://www.tourismus.prien.de/veranstaltung/m-haydn-chiemseemesse-am-pfingstsonntag/?hid=8c2c96f1ae27c3cd9130dc63aaa93dc3))

The Chiemsee Mass as a Precious Work of Church Music

The so-called Ursuline Mass, later Chiemsee Mass, is among the most inspired settings of the mass by Johann Michael Haydn. The background of the work is closely related to the historical diocese of Chiemsee and reflects a long tradition of sacred music in the western Chiemgau region. In Prien, this tradition continues to thrive in an ambitious church music scene to this day. ([tourismus.prien.de](https://www.tourismus.prien.de/veranstaltung/m-haydn-chiemseemesse-am-pfingstsonntag/?hid=8c2c96f1ae27c3cd9130dc63aaa93dc3))

Spiritual Community in Baroque Atmosphere

The parish church of Assumption of Mary has shaped the townscape of Prien since the 18th century and impresses with its baroque furnishings and art historical significance. The church space creates an atmosphere of calm, contemplation, and dignity, in which the high mass becomes an intense experience of faith. The vibrant volunteer music scene of the parish also demonstrates the power of lived community. ([prien.de](https://www.prien.de/de/leben_in_prien/kirchen.htm?utm_source=openai))

What Visitors Can Expect

On May 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM, a festive Pentecost service awaits guests with high-quality sacred music, soloists, and festive organ accompaniment. Those who appreciate church music, liturgy, and community will experience a special morning in Prien a. Chiemsee. The visit is worthwhile for all who wish to experience Pentecost in a vibrant Catholic tradition. ([tourismus.prien.de](https://www.tourismus.prien.de/veranstaltung/m-haydn-chiemseemesse-am-pfingstsonntag/?hid=8c2c96f1ae27c3cd9130dc63aaa93dc3))

Official Channels

For current information on church music, the parish association refers to its church information pages; a secured official social media presence has not been verified. ([pwcu.de](https://www.pwcu.de/pfarrverband/prien/dabeisein/kirchenmusik/))