The Living Nativity

2026 Dates

This year we'll be hosting our Living Nativity on Saturday, December 12th and Sunday, December 13th

The Living Nativity is free to enjoy! Free timed reservations are offered in 30-minute windows. For the smoothest experience and a potentially shorter wait, please plan to arrive during your selected time.

Plans change? No problem! You’re welcome to reschedule through the reservation system and choose another available time.

Reservations

Reservations are per-car, and open November 1st. Click here to reserve a time slot.

About This Event

Come to Bethlehem to be inspired once again with the true meaning of Christmas – the birth of Jesus Christ! See the angels, shepherds, wise men and townspeople, all from the relative warmth of your car! Make our drive-through event a part of your Christmas celebration this year! 

The Living Nativity takes place the second weekend of December each year on Saturday and Sunday from 5:00–8:00pm.

The Nativity isn't just the manger scene. We start with Gabriel and Mary and take you through the bustling town of Bethlehem, too crowded with people there for the Census. You'll interact with several characters from your car as they tell you the story of what happened the leading up to and on the night of Jesus's birth.

The event takes place at CrossRoads Community Church | 2810 12 Stones Rd Bel Air, MD 21015