See the lights, hear the songs, and relive the amazing night when Jesus Christ came to earth, not as a king, but a tiny baby, lying in a manger. Festive musicals and spiritually engaging presentations unfold throughout the day and help tell the tender story of the birth of the Christ child.

New for 2009 " Miracle in the Stable"

All new for 2009 "Eyewitness to His Glory" is the Christmas story as you've never seen it before!  You'll meet Luke, a crippled stable boy from Bethlehem, and Balaam, his pet donkey who is miraculously given the gift of gab.  You're sure to laugh and delight as the two of them deal with a mean, stingy, old Innkeeper and the unexpected arrival of a tiny baby born laid in a manger.  Filled with comedy and miracles "Eyewitness to His Glory" will give you a fresh look at the birth of Jesus, the wonderful child!  This is one night that is sure to be miraculous!

And returning this year:

"Come To The Manger"

The town of Bethlehem comes alive in the Holy Land original musical "Come to The Manger!" Experience the hustle and bustle of a town turned upside down. Follow Mary and Joseph to the lowly stable where God gave his greatest gift of all. Feel the amazement of the shepherds as they hear the Angel’s charge to find their Messiah. And, join the Magi as they worship and adore the newborn king! All the wonder and beauty of the season as you’ve never seen before, "Come to The Manger" is a joyful and exciting celebration of our Savior’s birth!

“The True Story of St. Nicholas”

Laughs and surprises wait for you in hilarious show "The True Story of St. Nicholas." You’ll visit the tiny village of Patara and discover the amazing story of a 3rd century bishop who learned that it was better to give than receive. Hear the myths that became legends and sit in on the first church council (complete with boxing gloves!). This may not be exactly how you remember it but you’ll never forget, "The True Story of St. Nicholas!"

“Ye Olde Christmas Carols”

Celebrate the birth of Jesus with the songs and carols of Christmas. Presented by the Holy Land Experience Carolers, this accapella group, dressed in the style of the day, will charm and delight you with old favorites along with the classic carols of yesteryear. This is real Christmas music that’s sure to put you and your family in the holiday spirit.

"Glorious Impossible"

Beautiful harmonies and powerful dance await you as the Holy Land Experience presents "Glorious Impossible".  Join our resident Gospel Group, "The Fishers of Men", and our own Holy Land dancers as they perform a very special Christmas Concert for you right on the steps of the great Temple.  Packed with moving and powerful favorites that are sure to please like, "Strange Way to Save the World," "O Holy Night", and "The King is Coming", the Fishers of Men are sure to have you singing and rejoicing right along with them as we praise the Lord for the gift of His Son.

And as always our powerful Passion Drama, "Behold the Lamb" will be presented daily and we have other surprises in store as well such as exciting new preshows and strolling carolers throughout the park.  Make your plans to join in the celebration today at the Holy Land Experience where the Bible comes to life!