Nativity Guide - 1
As you celebrate this holiday season, set aside time to remember the birth of Christ at a local living Nativity or pageant.
Note: These events are not listed sequentially. Many events occur on multiple dates - if you click on the event, you will see the dates available. Each event initially displays its most recent upcoming occurrence.
If you have an addition or change to this list, please email kristina@kcparent.com. Thank you!
Find more events on our KC Calendar.
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Youthfront Inc.
Dec 1, 2023 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Christmas at Camp
Experience the wonder of the holiday season in this festive event for the whole family! Fully decked out for Christmas, Youthfront’s Camp West features a beautiful illuminated lake walk with interactive experiences to retell the Nativity story. S...
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Nov 17, 2023 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Journey to Judea
Journey to Judea is an interactive Christmas experience that allows you to walk through the narrative of the Bible, learning the twists and turns that lead us to the birth of Christ and reveal the true significance of His coming. The birth of Chr...
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Nov 24, 2023 4:30 p.m.
YaYa's Alpaca Christmas
We light this Alpaca farm up! Lights on all the trees, Barns, Christmas barn with a 180-year-old sleigh, Nativity, and the alpaca pasture with beautiful blue and white lights. Ending in the barn all decked out with more Christmas cheer.
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Dec 1, 2023
The Nativity
Grace & Holy Trinity Cathedral
This celebrated annual spectacle comes alive with larger than life, seven-foot puppets and live voices, singers, and musicians for this classic enactment.
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Dec 1, 2023 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Walk Through Bethlehem
Walk through Bethlehem is a FREE live, interactive event, set in the village of Bethlehem at the time of Jesus' birth.
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Courtesy of Southminster Presbyterian Church, Prairie Village, KS
Dec 1, 2023 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Journey to Bethlehem
Southminster Presbyterian Church
Southminster Presbyterian Church invites your family to journey with Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem. A joyous gift to all who attend, the church has been presenting this event for almost 40 years. It’s FREE to attend, join us!
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Dec 1, 2023
Journey to Bethlehem
Guides will lead you through the town of Bethlehem. See the sights and hear the sounds of this ancient city. Journey to meet Herod, the Wisemen, the Angel, the Shepherd, the Innkeeper, and Mary and Joseph as they place baby Jesus in the manger.
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Dec 2, 2023
A Kansas City Christmas
You are invited to attend “A Kansas City Christmas” at Lenexa Baptist Church the first weekend in December. Featuring our Worship Choir and Orchestra, A Kansas City Christmas is a community favorite you don’t want to miss.
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Monticello UMC
Dec 2, 2023 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Night of the Nativities
Monticello United Methodist Church
Join Monticello UMC & LifeBridge KC for a special Night of Nativities! There are over 100 nativities displayed, plus a live nativity to celebrate Advent. Join us for this time honored tradition of celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior, wit...
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Dec 2, 2023 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Meet Me at the Manger
First Baptist Church Leavenworth
We invite you to Meet us at the Manger. During this event you will have the opportunity to view a living nativity scene and then walk through various nativities from all over the world and learn about where they came from and more.
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Dec 2, 2023 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Living Nativity
Join us during the Festival of Lights Parade for the Baldwin First Living Nativity on Dec. 2nd from 5 to 7pm.
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Dec 3, 2023 10:00 a.m. - noon
Finding Christmas
Finding Christmas is a theatrical journey with live music, acting & crowd engagement, following the story of a young teenage girl as she discovers the real meaning of Christmas.
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Dec 7, 2023
Nativities from Around the World Display
Over 500 Nativities! Cookies, Cocoa and Coffee provided.
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Jeanine Davis
Dec 3, 2023 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Live Nativity at Farmstead Eight
Come experience the live nativity out in our barn, complete with the Christmas story's characters and a full lineup of animals. Then stay to enjoy some Christmas cookies and hot cocoa. Bring your friends and family to share in this fun and meanin...
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Dec 4, 2023 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Liberty Star Farm FREE Live Nativity
Join us for a free, live outdoor nativity with children actors, animals, sining and the Christmas spirit. Afterwards enjoy free donuts and hot-chocolate in our open air barn, generously provided by our sponsors.
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MwM logo copyright 2009 Jessica Panitzke
Dec 5, 2023 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Mornings with Mommy: Happy Birthday, Jesus! Party
Mt. Olive Lutheran Church & School
For our December playdate, join us celebrating Jesus birthday! Mornings with Mommy is a unique blend of story time, learning centers, and playdate that combine to meet the needs of children ages 0-5. Children must attend with a guardian. Ticket...
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Dec 7, 2023
Sing Choirs of Angels
Church of the Resurrection: Leawood
Christmas at Resurrection is a Kansas City musical tradition that takes place at Resurrection Leawood! This must-see musical presentation features more than 300 actors, singers, dancers, and instrumentalists in a celebration of Christmas.
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Dec 8, 2023
Child of Hope
Culture House Conservatory Olathe- After School Guide
CHILD OF HOPE celebrates the Christmas season by portraying the Nativity story that changed our hearts and changed the world.
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Marcus Oatis
Dec 8, 2023 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Straight Outta Bethlehem
Join us as we tell the story of Christmas and how God sent His only Son to be born, STRAIGHT OUTTA BETHLEHEM. Meet Starr, Zoolie, John Luke, Gertie, Magnus, and Blake (oh, and shepherds Zeke and Ziggy!). Along with Trixie, who runs the inn, this ...
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Dec 8, 2023
Road to Bethlehem
Road to Bethlehem is a captivating, walk-through experience, giving viewers a glimpse into the true meaning of Christmas. Each tour will last approximately 1 hour and will include a moderate amount of standing and walking.
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Dec 8, 2023
Adore Him: A Christmas Musical
Join us for a night of music, drama and an original re-telling of the events of 2,000 years ago. They still matter today. Why? Because Jesus’ life, death and resurrection resulted in an opportunity for each of us to experience new life through Him.
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Dan Warneke, CCCC Director of Production
Dec 9, 2023 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Christmas Festival with Live Nativity
Join us as we kick off the season with all things Christmas! Family photos by the tree made into an ornament to take home, kids crafts, coffee and hot cocoa bar, special music, and more. Enjoy a live nativity with all the animals.
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Dec 9, 2023 2:00 p.m.
Living Nativity: A Free Community Event
Live Animals, S'mores, Family Advent Activities, Hot Cocoa, Photo Booth, Interactive Singing + Activities with Natalie Hawkins of Meaning Through Music
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Franciscan Servants of the Holy Family
Dec 9, 2023 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Living Nativity
Come experience the joy of the first Christmas. Join the Franciscan Servants of the Holy Family for a Live Nativity Scene at the Douglas County Fairgrounds on Saturday, December 9th from 1:00p - 4:00p. Address is 2120 Harper Street, Lawrence, KS....
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Dec 10, 2023
Walk to the Manger
Colonial Presbyterian Church - Overland Park Campus
Experience Christmas with excitement and anticipation like the shepherds on a quiet dark night, until an angel appeared with the announcement of the Savior's birth! This Nativity Musical is family friendly-invite others to join you!
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Dec 10, 2023 6:00 p.m.
FBC KCMO Living Nativity
The Drive-Through Living Nativity is a narrated story with six scenes of actors and live animals to portray the birth narrative of Jesus.
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Dec 9, 2023 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Breakfast in Bethlehem
All kids 0-12 and families are invited to join us in celebrating the birth of our Lord! This annual children’s event is a Christmas favorite and will have crafts, food and fellowship. Wear your PJ’s and bring your camera for a Nativity photo.
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Dec 16, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Live Nativity and Christmas Walk
Rolling Hills Presbyterian Church
Bundle up and bring the whole family to this Live Nativity! Come see the sheep, donkeys, and even a camel! Then take some time to wander through our Christmas Walk with hundreds of lights, a warm fire, and stations that reflect the true meaning o...
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Dec 16, 2023 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
CHRISTmas in the Barn
C Bar C LLC Horse Riding Lessons
Cowboy Santa, Ornaments, CHRISTmas Cookies, bareback pony rides and the Jesus Story!! Something for everyone- all ages and availabilities.
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Dec 16, 2023 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
A Night in Bethlehem
Come and experience what Bethlehem might have been like the night that Jesus was born! "A Night in Bethlehem" is free event for our community!
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Dec 16, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Moonlight Nativity
Moonlight Nativity is a community event that brings the spirit of the nativity scene to life under the stars. Our event celebrates the beauty of the Christmas season and the joy of community.
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Dec 16, 2023 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Living Nativity
Bring your family and friends to enjoy a live nativity scene, petting zoo, hot cocoa and ornament making station!
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Dec 17, 2023 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Live Nativity
We will have our live nativity again this year for just two evenings. December 10 and December 17 from 5PM-7PM. Walk thru and Drive thru options available. There will be a fire to warm up beside and some hot chocolate and cookies.
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Dec 17, 2023 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Bethlehem Village
Bethlehem Village is a a whole-family destination for the holidays! With a live nativity experience, petting zoo, Christmas carol sing-a-long, crafts and even a surprise visitor, children and families will enjoy 90-minutes of festive holiday cheer.
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Dec 17, 2023 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Ride through Bethlehem
Embark on a journey through the Nativity story, excitingly reenacted with live animals (even the camels!) and a festive atmosphere. From the comfort of your own car, you'll witness the Christmas story unfold before your eyes!
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Dec 17, 2023 9:00 a.m. - noon
A Very Kingdom Christmas
It’s the most wonderful time of the year + you’re invited to join us for A Very Kingdom Christmas at Kingdom City Church! This is our favorite tradition we host every year, featuring an entertaining walkthrough experience.
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Dec 16, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Fourth Annual Drive-Thru Nativity
An exciting Christmas experience with singers, actors, and live animals! Drive by numerous scenes on your journey to Bethlehem. Admission is FREE, but donations are appreciated to support the event, as well as our Food Pantry. Weather permitting.
