Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Christmas Experience

Light in the Darkness

Laser Show

This five-minute laser light show features a stunning look at the life of Jesus. From the angel appearing to Mary to a brief look at big moments in Jesus’ life and ministry, this moving presentation takes us through the true Christmas story and reminds us that Jesus is the light of the world. To him be the glory.

Projected on the side of the Ark nightly during ChristmasTime.

Seasonal Food and Festive Treats

Enjoy a hearty, family-affordable holiday buffet meal inside Emzara’s Buffet or grab candied roasted nuts and a cup of hot cocoa at one of our outdoor vendors and specialty snack stands.

Emzara’s Buffet:
Closes at 7:30 p.m.

Zofar’s:
Closes at 7:30 p.m.

Carousel: Journey of the Animals

Experience our one-of-a-kind carousel and take a ride on a T. rex, Quetzalcoatlus, elephant, or another custom-made representative of a biblical kind!

Animal Programs

5:15 p.m.

Attend a keeper chat at Junior’s Zoo Adventure.

6:15 p.m., 7:15 p.m.

Enjoy meeting animals up close during Creature Features at the Animal Actors Stage.

Schedule subject to change.

Meet Animals

Explore Ararat Ridge Zoo, kangaroo walkabout, and Junior’s Zoo Adventure. Children 17 and under can even ride on a camel (weather permitting). Come meet some incredible creatures from around the world up close and learn about God’s design in the animal kingdom!

Ticket purchase required for camel ride.

  ASL-Interpreted Programs

Thursday, December 19

Enjoy ASL interpretation for select ChristmasTime programs, such as SFX shows and and animal shows.

The Good News of Christmas

On Select Dates at 6:00 p.m.

Join our Dove award-nominated resident artist TrueSong for an exciting Christmas concert with fun for the whole family!

Keith & Kristyn Getty: An Irish Christmas

December 5, 6:30 p.m.

Join us for an unforgettable evening with Keith and Kristyn Getty! This Irish duo will not only share some of their new music but also lead a time of singing traditional Christmas classics and carols.

Ticket purchase required.

Bethlehem’s Cry

December 6, 6:30 p.m.

This heart-wrenching drama connects the babe in the manager to the hope of the cross by following the story of a young girl through her grief and suffering that began in Bethlehem. Drama is performed by Answers Academy students.

Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Concert

December 7, 2:00 p.m.

Abraham Productions presents Ernie Haase & Signature Sound performing selections from their A Jazzy Little Christmas Tour. Includes a performance by TrueSong and an encouraging message by Ken Ham.

Admission ticket required.

Good News: A Musical Drama

December 7, 6:30 p.m.

Journey with Margot as she experiences the story of the incarnation and realizes that Immanuel redeems all of life—even the parts that don’t always seem to make sense.

True Christmas

December 14, 7:00 p.m.

A wonderful, full symphony orchestra and a joyous Christmas choir will lead us in carols and songs of Christmas along with special songs by gifted vocalists.

Christmas Living History

December 13–14

Engage with Bible reenactors and learn more about life in first-century Israel at the time of Christ’s birth.

Christmas Concerts

Enjoy outdoor concerts at Noah’s Village Stage surrounded by the lights of ChristmasTime.

December 17, 6:30 p.m.
Mt. Carmel Bible Fellowship

December 21, 5:30 p.m.
Owen County Mennonite School

Karen Peck & New River Concert

December 28, 5:30 p.m.

Abraham Productions presents Karen Peck & New River bringing both Christmas classics and new music to the stage. Includes a performance by TrueSong and an encouraging message by Ray Flynn.