If you’ve ever wondered what the road to Bethlehem would have been like for Joseph and Mary some 2,000 years ago, travel no farther than Boones Creek to get a glimpse of that special night.

Returning this year after its popular inaugural presentation, Boone Trail Baptist will again hold its live nativity, “Follow the Star” at the Barn at Boone Falls. This year’s dates are December 14, 15, 16 from 6pm to 9pm. The entrance will be off KLM drive off Boones Creek Road.

Last year more than 3500 people came through the free event where they experienced what it may have been like in the Bethlehem marketplace the night Jesus was born. Once again, you’ll see more than 50 church members dressed in time-period clothing walking the streets, attending their booths, selling their goods and tending to their animals (sheep, donkeys, chickens, lamas etc.) You’ll see Roman soldiers taking down names for the census, Herod in the palace, angels singing and finally Mary, Joseph and Jesus the savior. Along the straw-covered streets families will hear the Christmas story broadcast through their car radio as well as the sounds of a live church choir.

In addition to driving through in cars, visitors will have additional options that will move the crowd through more quickly. Guest are welcome to park at Meade Tractor and walk the route, or ride on covered passenger trailers (donated from Fender’s Farm.) Large groups can also reserve spots on the trailers.