The excellent weather throughout the whole weekend ensured that 'Bethlehem f' Ghajnsielem' was again flooded with thousands of people. This time, several cultural activities were also organized under the tent erected adjacent the St Joseph Band Club. Several stalls selling food, toys, Gozo products and wine tasting enhanced the surroundings into a unique Christmas atmosphere. Radju Lauretana broadcasted live from 'Bethlehem f' Ghajnsielem'.

Meanwhile on Saturday evening, Mr Speaker, Hon. Dr. Louis Galea together with his wife visited the nativity village at 'Ta Passi'  fields accompanied by Mayor Francis Cauchi and project manager Mr Franco Ciangura. The speaker was relatively impressed with the whole projected and augured that 'Bethlehem f' Ghajnsielem' will find its place in the annual calendar or activities. Other high-profile visitors included Parliamentary Secretary Dr. Chris Said and AD's Chairperson Dr. Arnold Cassola.

A "special guest" was also seen roaming the nativity village on Sunday afternoon. His name is Santa Clause and he came from the North Pole to see Baby Jesus in the grotto and take some photographs with the young children.

The nativity village will open again on Thursday 25th December, Christmas Day, between 3.30pm and 8.00pm. It will also be animated on Christmas Eve, 24th December after the midnight mass from 1.30am till 3.00am.