8 Live Nativities In Charlotte To Visit This Holiday Season

It’s very easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Shopping for gifts, parties, holiday shows and entertainment, decorations, etc. Do you want to slow down and maybe remind yourself or your kids of the reason for the season? One great way to do that is by visiting a live nativity. What is more Christmas than live nativities? It’s a wonderful and meaningful way to experience the Christmas story and make memories. Luckily several local churches and other organizations have ones you can visit.

Here is a list of 8 Live Nativities In Charlotte and the surrounding areas:

• Oxford Baptist Church Live Nativity

  Located in Conover, NC Oxford Baptist Church’s Live Nativity will be open this weekend December 9th-12th and will open at 6:30 pm each night. This is a drive thru experience.

  Get more info here

• Walk Through Bethlehem

  This unique walk-through experience takes place at Camp Wesley in Mooresville. The event is open Friday, Dec.10th from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm and Saturday Dec. 11th from 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Admission is free for the interactive nativity. Their website describes it this way: Experience the very first Christmas – the night that Jesus was born. See the townspeople at work as a guide leads your group through the streets of Bethlehem. Take in the sights, sounds, and smells of the rustic life of this intimate setting. Become a part of the story as the drama unfolds and be touched by God’s message of hope and love.

  Get more info here

• Christ UMC 28th Annual Live Nativity Outdoor Musical

  This Outdoor Nativity Musical will take place this weekend at Christ UMC in Charlotte. Performances last 30 minutes and happen at both 7 and 8 pm Saturday, December 11th, and Sunday, December 12th.

  Get more info here

• Christmas At Billy Graham Library

  Perhaps the most well known of this list is Christmas at the Library at Billy Graham Library located in Charlotte off of Billy Graham Parkway. The event is open nightly through December 23rd. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Activites include a live nativity, carriage rides, caroling, story time and more.

  Both admission and parking are free. Reservations required.

  Get more info here

• Ebenezer Lutheran Church Live Nativity

  Saturday, December 18th Ebenezer Lutheran Church presents their live nativity. It will be open from 6-8 pm and will share the story of the very first Christmas, Jesus’ birth. We will feature live animals including horses, donkeys, goats, and chickens. Come celebrate the Wonder of Bethlehem and the True Meaning of Christmas.

  Get more info here

• The Walk To Bethlehem

  Salem United Methodist Church in Denver will host their Walk To Bethlehem this weekend. This 30-minute tour through the live nativity is free for all. The event runs Friday, December 10th from 5-8 pm and Saturday, December 11th from 4-7 pm.

  Get more info here

• One Starry Night Walk Thru Bethlehem

  Hosted by the Life Church of Monroe One Starry Night is an amazing look at the first Christmas. Enjoy a walk through Bethlehem, food, crafts, and a petting zoo. This is a family-friendly event and completely FREE!!! One Starry Night will take place Saturday, December 11th from 6-8 pm. 

• Speedway Christmas

  Thursday through Sunday nights at Speedway Christmas (Charlotte Motor Speedway) their Christmas Village is open. Part of the village includes a live nativity along with Santa, hot cocoa, vendors, movies, and more.

  Get info and purchase tickets here