As a new generation of pupils learn whether they’re playing Mary, Joseph or the wee donkey, and parents rush to complete their children’s costumes, we’re winding the clock back to the noughties with these photos.
The adorable images capture the fun and drama of nativity plays at schools around Northern Ireland between 2006 and 2009.
You might recognise yourself, your child or your grandchild among the hundreds of smiling cast members in this retro photo gallery.
It’s crazy to think that the youngsters pictured are adults now and may even have children of their own.
If you’re after more noughties nostalgia, you might enjoy this photo gallery looking back at popular teachers from the decade.
25. Castledawson Primary
Primary 1, 2 & 3 pupils from Castledawson Primary School who acted out the nativity scene during the school's annual Christmas concert in 2008 | Johnston Press Photo: Simon Robinson
26. Millennium Integrated
Millennuium Integrated Primary School pupils Rachel Mooney, Oran McConvey and Matthew Buick performing in the nativity play in 2008 | Johnston Press Photo: Aidan O'Reilly
27. Tonagh Primary
Pupils from Tonagh Primary School performing in their school nativity play, Whoops A Daisy Angel, in 2008 | Johnston Press Photo: Aidan O'Reilly
28. Ballytrea Primary
The nativity scene from Ballytrea Primary School Christmas concert in 2007 | Johnston Press