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.
29. Shepherds
The shepherds from the Spires Integrated Primary School nativity play in 2007 | Johnston Press
30. Cookstown Primary
Cookstown Primary School P6 pupils act out the nativity scene at the school's Christmas concert in 2007 | Johnston Press
31. Stewartstown Primary
Stewartstown Primary School pupils act out the nativity scene from the school's Christmas concert in 2007 | Johnston Press
32. Ballylifford PS
Pupils from P1 at Ballylifford PS who performed the nativity at the school Christmas show in 2007 | Johnston Press