What does Journey to the Manger cost?
The Journey is free to the public and is provided by area churches, individuals, and families. Donations are always accepted as our goal is to help people grow in the God. All donations will be utilized for the 2024 production.
What are the times for Journey to the Manger? Journey to the Manger will begin at 5 pm and will end at 8 pm on Saturday, the 9th and Sunday, the 10th. If you are in line, you will be able to participate.
Where does Journey to the Manger start?
The event begins on the fire department end of the Creek Walk and will end after you go under the bridge on the Creek Walk. Shuttle Vans will pick you up and return you to your vehicle. Please respect other guests and refrain from going back down the creek walk in the opposite direction. Thank you for taking shuttles back to your vehicle.
Where should we park?
Parking will be available in the parking lot of the planned Sheriff’s Department across from the fire department or at Bowman Middle School. Shuttles will pick up attendees in the Bowman lot and will return them. We will have shuttles rotating from Bowman to the Drop Off at the Fire Department. Shuttles will pick up at the end of the event under the bridge at Morgans Oil.
Handicapped Parking & Rides
There will be limited handicapped parking at Lee’s Country Café and in the new Sheriff Department Lot. Look for the blue signs. Please be considerate and only ask for a spot if you really need it.
We are also asking several people who have quiet golf carts to help our guests who cannot walk. Please allow only those who truly need to ride the carts. Family members can walk beside the carts.
What should we wear?
Make sure you dress for the weather. Journey to the Manger Short- and Long-Sleeve T-Shirts are perfect for the event. They can be worn over your other warm clothes. They are available at the Welcome Center in Bakersville, and Bowditch Antiques. Even if you cannot attend, purchasing a shirt is a wonderful way to support the 2023 event. All proceeds from t-shirt sales are earmarked for next year’s event.
Where can we purchase Luminaries to honor or remember a Loved One?
It will help our committee if you order and pay for your Luminaries prior to the event. They are available at Bowditch Antiques and Collectibles or at the Welcome Center and are only $5. Churches will also have forms. Proceeds benefit next year’s event.
Please share information with your friends, fellow church members, and neighbors and make every effort to attend.