Night in Bethlehem

Welcome to Night in Bethlehem

Join us for a fun and immersive experience celebrating the Christmas season! Our “Night in Bethlehem” event is packed with
hands-on activities, interactive tents, food samples from the era, and characters that bring the story of Jesus’ birth to life.
This family-friendly event offers something for everyone.

Craft Tents

Candle Making Tent
Help children make their own candle to take home.
Passport to Bethlehem Tent
Assist children in decorating their personal passport for the event.
Leather Shoppe
Learn about the importance of leather in ancient times and let the children try their hand at it.
Sewing Bags Tent
Guide children as they complete stitching on a pre-stitched burlap circle.
Basket Weaving
Children can learn how baskets were made and create their own to take home.

Food Tents

Bakery Shop
Sample delicious breads and cookies.
Coffee/Cookie/Cider Tent
Enjoy free coffee, cookies, and cider.
Produce Market
Taste fresh fruits and vegetables.
Soldier’s Tavern
Try hearty soldier’s stew.
Spice Merchant
Experience the smells of various spices used in the era.

Interactive Tents

Carpenter’s Tent
Explore the tools used during Jesus’ time.
Bethlehem Dress-Up Tent
Dress up in costumes from Jesus’ day and capture the memories with a photo.
Census Taker Tent
Check in and get instructions on where to go next.
Storytellers
Listen to captivating stories about the birth of Jesus.

Meet the Characters of Bethlehem

Angel: Stand with the Holy Family.
Camel Handler: Guide the camel through the village.
Innkeepers: Greet guests, share stories about the Inn, and stamp passports.
King Herod: Interact with King Herod and learn his part in the story.
Kings: Sing hymns and parade to the Holy Family.
Rabbi and Rabbi’s Wife: Walk the village and answer questions about the event.
Roman Soldiers: Guard King Herod and roam the village.
Runners (Villagers): Help resupply tents and keep things running smoothly.

Support Staff

Parking Lot Crew: Ensure safe crossing for families as they arrive.
Kitchen Helpers: Work behind the scenes preparing the cookies, cider, and coffee for our guests.

Want to help bring the Village to life:

We are looking for people to help bring our village to life. You can sign up by clicking the button below. We provide the costumes, and all the materials. All we need is people to help. We have some positions that are costumed and others that are behind the scenes. This is a great experience that brings meaning to the Christmas season and helps you to get to know the community of Cypress. Click below to sign up.