1. The Christmas Trail
Your journey begins surrounded by warm lights, garlands, and classic Christmas décor. This is the Christmas we know and love – full of joy, tradition, and expectation.
Tickets are Limited & “Pay What You Can”
Bethlehem Trail & Live Nativity
Walk the path. Follow the Light. Find the King.
Journey from the glow of Christmas lights into the quiet night of Bethlehem, where animals, stars, and Scripture all point to the manger and the true heart of Christmas.
“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light.” – Isaiah 9:2
What Is the Bethlehem Trail?
The Bethlehem Trail is a mobile-friendly, family-friendly, faith-centered walk-through experience. You’ll begin in the joy of Christmas and arrive in the reverent hush of Bethlehem, ending at a Live Nativity with the animals of Autumn’s Gate.
2. The Bethlehem Gate
As the decorations soften and the trail grows quieter, you step through the “gates” of Bethlehem.
3. The Trail of Witnesses
Animals appear in gentle projections—horses, donkeys, sheep, goats—“remembering” the night Christ was born.
4. The Bethlehem Inn
Just as Scripture describes, the Inn offers warmth—but no room—sending guests onward to find the newborn King.
5. The Live Nativity
A reverent outdoor Nativity featuring Mary, Joseph, and the Christ Child surrounded by real animals from Autumn’s Gate.
Guests are invited to consider: “Is there room in your heart for Him?”
A Christmas Experience With Purpose
Every visit supports Take The Reins, our nonprofit helping children access camp, therapeutic riding, and adaptive farm experiences.