With young children acting out a number of the roles including Mary and Joseph, the shepherds, wise men and some of the animals in the stable, it always helps to get everyone in the festive mood.
We’ve had a look through the Newtownabbey Times archive to find these brilliant photos from Nativity plays at local schools over the years between 2013 and 2015.
Have a look and see if there is anyone you recognise.
Hopefully they bring back some happy memories.
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Mary played by Scarlet Eaton and Joseph played by Owen Blackwell surrounded by angels at the King's Park Primary School Nativity show inn 2014. Photo: National World
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The angels performing in the 2013 Nativity play in Mossgrove Primary School. Photo: Freddie Parkinson
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Pupils dressed as animals for the 2013 Nativity in Mossgrove Primary School. Photo: Freddie Parkinson
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Students dressed as villagers for the 2013 Nativity play at Mossgrove Primary School. Photo: Freddie Parkinson