a Christmas play by Al-Harah Theater for children and families
first Christmas tree lighting in Beit Jala
David Hodali singing during the Christmas tree lighting
Santa Claus puppet by Al-Harah Theater
Scouts parade celebrating Christmas in Bethlehem
Scouts parade celebrating Christmas in Bethlehem
Star Street in Bethlehem, one of the oldest streets of Bethlehem
Apo & the Apostles, one of many Christmas concerts
Apo & the Apostles, one of many Christmas concerts
The streets of Bethlehem are filled with people, lights, and decorations every season around the Christmas holiday. While the Israeli occupation severely limits Palestinian movement to, from, and within the city believed to be Jesus' birthplace, thousands of Palestinians and visitors from around the world gather and celebrate with a great assortment of daily festivities.