And yet these nativity scenes aren’t much more far-fetched than the traditional ones. Christmas, like many other holidays, is a social ritual informed by some mix of religion and folklore.

Kim Nelson arranges one of about 300 nativity scenes from all over the world at the third annual Christmas Nativity Showcase in West Richland. The free two-day holiday event also offers soup ...

ST. ALBANS, W.Va. – Christ is missing from Christmas in this small town. The community's holiday display has a manger with shepherds, a guiding star, camels and a palm tree, but no baby Jesus ...

In addition to the live Nativity scene (Dec 1-24. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Grand Hall), visitors will be treated to a myriad of festive characters and millions of sparkling lights. Cost varies .

A traditional Christmas display depicting the birth of Jesus has been placed inside the Iowa Capitol by believers in Christianity who compare it to free speech in a public area. About 50 people ...