Promotional graphic for The Bethlehem Experience. Text reads 'See It, Feel It, Believe It' against a starry night sky with the Star of Bethlehem.
EXPERIENCE THE SIGHTS, SOUNDS, AND WONDER OF THAT FIRST CHRISTMAS LIKE NEVER BEFORE

EXPERIENCE THE SIGHTS, SOUNDS, AND WONDER OF THAT FIRST CHRISTMAS LIKE NEVER BEFORE

Reserve an arrival time or walk up—everyone is welcome!

Step into Bethlehem on the night of Jesus’ birth.

The Bethlehem Experience is an immersive, guided journey that brings the sights, sounds, people, and story of the first Christmas to life. Travel through the streets of Bethlehem, meet the people who lived there, experience the bustling marketplace, and become part of the story as you make your way toward the manger.

You’ll travel through Bethlehem in small groups, encountering characters and scenes along the way. The experience lasts approximately 25 minutes.

Admission is completely FREE!

Guests may reserve an arrival time in advance to help reduce their wait. 

Reservations are not required, and walk-up guests are always welcome!

Reserved arrival times help us manage the flow of guests, but we are intentionally keeping space available for those who simply want to come and experience Bethlehem without a reservation.

Please Know Before You Come

The Bethlehem Experience takes place outdoors and travels over uneven, natural terrain. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking outdoors.

For guests with mobility needs, all-terrain wheelchairs are available for use during the experience. Because standard wheelchairs cannot safely navigate portions of the route, guests who require a wheelchair must be able to transfer into one of our provided all-terrain wheelchairs. Members of your party should be prepared to assist with the transfer as needed.

Come experience the wonder of that first Christmas in a whole new way.

Meet the people. See their world. Be part of the story.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

If you would like to become a part of the Bethlehem Experience, you can sign up for one of the following opportunities by contacting the Church Office at 225-261-3434.

Set Building

Costume Making

Speaking Character Parts

Non-Speaking Character Parts

Greeters

DONATION OPPORTUNITIES

We’ve created an Amazon list with items we need to help bring The Bethlehem Experience to life at Zoar!  

If you’re willing to support this exciting project, take a look at our list and see if there’s something you’d be willing to donate. Every item helps us create the little town of Bethlehem and make this experience special for our community!

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