Christmas in the Park
Visitors can enjoy a live Christmas concert, stroll through holiday light displays, and walk through an immersive journey of the Christmas story from Nazareth to Bethlehem. Family activities include pony rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses, ornament making, a scavenger hunt, Santa visits, and falling snow in the desert. Complimentary holiday treats and warm drinks are provided alongside on-site food trucks.
What to Expect
Free family holiday event featuring desert snow and an immersive Christmas story.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
The Gathering Church
Food & Drink
Complimentary cookies, cocoa, coffee, popcorn, and cotton candy are provided, and food trucks in the parking lot sell food from 5–9pm.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free admission; no tickets necessary.
- Hours: Gates open at 5:30 PM; Christmas concert 6–7 PM; event nights 6–9 PM; Journey to Bethlehem, Bethlehem Marketplace and Christmas Wonderland open 7–9 PM.
- Parking: Follow the parking signs; volunteers can direct visitors. Food trucks are in the parking lot.
Tips & Advice
- Get there when the gates open, because concert seating is first come, first served, and the concert starts each evening's program.
- Stay after the concert for Journey to Bethlehem, which follows Joseph and Mary's journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem with live animals.
- Dress for the weather, because everything happens outdoors in the park, from the concert to the lights and the snow.
- Leave costumes at home and pack light, because costumes aren't allowed and bags may be searched at the event.
- Bring money for the food trucks in the parking lot, though cookies, cocoa, coffee, popcorn and cotton candy are free.
Special Events & Promotions
- Worship Night in the Park, a separate evening after Christmas, with volunteers needed for greeting, hospitality, parking and operations.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do?
Each night begins with a Christmas concert, followed by Journey to Bethlehem, the Bethlehem Marketplace and Christmas Wonderland. There are pony rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses, ornament making, a scavenger hunt, a visit from Santa and snow. You can also stroll the park's Christmas lights and holiday displays.
What can we eat there?
Food trucks in the parking lot sell meals. Cookies, cocoa, coffee, popcorn and cotton candy are handed out free.
Can we come more than once?
Yes. No tickets are needed, everyone is welcome, and you can come as many times as you like.
What should we bring or wear?
Dress for an outdoor evening. Costumes aren't allowed, and bags may be searched. Seating is provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Are there restrooms?
Yes. There are a limited number of public restrooms, plus portable restrooms.
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