Plan your visit

Night-of essentials

Come as you are. No tickets. No cost. Dress for the open sky.

When & where

  • DatesDecember 3–6, 2026
  • Hours6:00–8:00 PM. First show 6:00 PM; last staging begins at 7:40 PM. Shows repeat about every 20 minutes.
  • LengthSelf-paced — typically 45 minutes–2 hours.
  • VenueFirst Baptist Church of Salinas
    1130 San Vicente Avenue
    Salinas, CA 93901
  • AdmissionFree. Tickets: none needed.

Parking & shuttle

Park at the shuttle lot (Park Row area). Continuous buses run about five minutes each way. Street parking near the church is reserved for accessible needs.

Shuttle lot map pin awaiting board confirmation

What to expect

  • Best night: Thursday is usually quietest; crowds grow through the weekend. Arrivals near 7 PM are often lighter.
  • Outdoors: Dress for night weather. Mist or drizzle does not cancel Streets. Full rain cancellations post on Facebook.
  • Food: Finish food and drinks before entering Bethlehem. A food truck is on the property before or after your walk.
  • Pets: Please do not bring pets. Trained service animals are welcome.
  • Lost & found: First Aid Station on site.

Still have questions?

Browse the full FAQ or reach the team by phone or email. Same-night weather updates post on Facebook.