Kicking off Thanksgiving weekend, the Gardens of the American Rose Center are transformed into a whimsical winter wonderland featuring more than a million twinkling lights, dozens of lighted displays, giant Christmas Cards to the Community created by area school children and much more. This multi-weekend event features nightly entertainment, photos with Santa, rides on the Roseland Express train and tons of fun for the whole family! Please note that Christmas in Roseland is a walking event only and no carts are available.
Dates
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays Only
Friday, November 26, 2010 — Sunday, December 19, 2010
Gates are open from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Last car admitted at 9:30 p.m.
Admission
Individual admission is $5 per person or $20 per carload. Ages 2 and younger are free.
Group Rates
- $35 per minibus (Up to 25 people)
- $75 per charter bus, please call 318-938-5534 to make a reservation
Special Events
Photos with Santa and Roseland Express
Come visit with Santa and get your picture with him. Santa Photos are $6. You may take your own photo for $3. Don’t forget to ride on the Roseland Express! Roseland Express tickets are $3.Tickets may be purchased in the Gift Shop or online.
American Rose Center Gift Shop
Visit our gift shop and do some Christmas shopping. It’s the perfect place to pick up stocking stuffers or gifts for your loved ones.
Concessions
Tasty treats are available at our concession stand.
Thank you to our Sponsors!
- AEP/SWEPCO
- American Rose Society
- Capital One
- Carolyn Hayward
- Dallas Rose Society
- Fix My PC
- Grigsby Petroleum
- The Community Foundation — Kinsey Family Fund
- Shreveport-Bossier Convention & Tourist Bureau
- Town of Greenwood
- Wesla Federal Credit Union
Sponsorship opportunities still available! Download the sponsorship package.
Entertainment
Interested in performing at Christmas in Roseland? Visit our Entertainment page.
Volunteer
To volunteer at CIR, please visit our Volunteer page.
Holiday Parties at CIR
Need a venue for your holiday party? Download our CIR party package.




