Birthplace of a King: A Drive-Through Christmas Story

Costumed live actors portray the story of the first Christmas. Scenes include Mary’s Visitation, An Uncertain Journey, Herod’s Palace, The Shepherds’ Wonder, The Marketplace, Kings In Search of the King and The Birthplace of a King. The scenes feature live animals, beautifully designed sets, music and theatrical lighting.

The The Birthplace of a King is open to the public and free of charge.The Birthplace of a King runs three nights. December 19, 20 & 21 from 7-9 pm. Trinity Church is located on Northeast Loop 1604 @ Judson Rd., one mile west of Rolling Oaks Mall. Use the Green Mountain Rd exit off 1604.

Los Pastores

The Mission San José y San Miguel de Aguayo is the setting for a Hispanic folk play depicting the shepherds’ journey to worship the Christ Child and the obstacles they overcome. This traditional play has been presented each year at Mission San José since 1947. Click for more information about Mission San José. Only on December 27.

Theme Parks

San Antonio’s renowned theme parks get in the holiday spirit with special events, too. Santa joins Shamu at SeaWorld San Antonio’s Holiday Celebration. Lights transform the park into an illuminated village, while Shamu dons Santa’s red cap and puts on a Christmas show with holiday music and lighting holiday program. SeaWorld’s Holiday Celebration continues through December 31.

Christmas is the most wonderful time of year at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Make a point to attend the Six Flags Fiesta Texas’ Holiday in the Park, an annual extravaganza with light displays, holiday-themed shows, food and caroling through January 04, 2009,