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Know before you go

Your night in Bethlehem, start to finish.

Where to go, when to arrive, and what to bring. We’ll keep this page current through opening night.

December 3–6, 2026 · Reservations open November 1 December 3–6, 2026 · Reservations are open We’re open through Sunday night Thank you for coming this year.

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A painting of Joseph and Mary with a donkey on the road to Bethlehem at dusk.

Arriving

Arrive a little early.

Parking
Map coming soonParking may look different this year. We’ll post a map here before opening night.
Arrival
Please arrive about 20 minutes before your showtimeAllow time to park and walk over. Aim to be in line 10 minutes before the musical begins.
First
The musicalA live musical telling of the nativity. Each showtime is when it begins.
Then
The townWalk through Bethlehem afterward, following the musical. Marketplace food is free.
Closes
10 PMBethlehem stays open until 10 PM after the last show.
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A lantern beside the wooden Bethlehem sign at the gate.
The gate into Bethlehem.

What to bring

Warm layers, and a gift for a neighbor.

Wear
Warm layersMost of the event is outdoors. Please dress warmly. Bring gloves for little hands.
Bring
Cleaning supplies, food, or a new toyLeave items in the Trek donation carts along the waiting lines, including at the 9 PM shows. Cleaning supplies go to Catholic Charities Fort Worth, non-perishable food to Roanoke Food Pantry, and new, unwrapped toys to GRACE.
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Good to know

Planning around something?

I.

Wheelchairs & strollers

We’re still confirming the route. If anyone in your group uses a wheelchair, walker, or stroller, email us before you reserve, and we’ll help you plan.

II.

ASL & Spanish

Spanish is available at every show. ASL interpreting is available at the 6 PM and 7 PM shows each night, December 3–6. Sunday’s 6 PM show is the invitation-only VIP event.

III.

Food & restrooms

Marketplace food is free. Restrooms are inside the church in several locations.

V.

Photos

Guests may be photographed for our nonprofit’s website and social media. If you’d rather not be, email us.

More questions? Read the questions people ask us, or email team@journeythroughbethlehem.org.