Holiday Happenings in Rogers

How to Celebrate the Holidays in Rogers

This November and December, add these lighting displays, events and other yuletide activities to your calendar.

Northwest Arkansas sparkles from late November through early January. That’s when businesses and attractions in and around Rogers are dressed in twinkling lights and the event calendar is packed with holiday celebrations. If you’re in town during the festive season, consider adding these lighting displays, events and other activities to your agenda.

Guide to the Best Holiday Light Displays and Festive Decorations Around Rogers

Storefronts and buildings in Rogers are  decked out in tinsel, wreaths, and strings of lights, beckoning shoppers inside. Browse for gifts for all of your favorite people while admiring the dazzling seasonal displays at Downtown Rogers and Frisco Plaza, which also hosts an annual Christmas parade and other fun-for-all festivities in early December with floats, appearances by Santa and vendors and food trucks. Other places to drop by include Pinnacle Hills Promenade and Village on the Creeks, where the sights and sounds of the season are on display until early January. 

There are also several private residences with impressive displays including Christmas on Collins Circle, a property bedecked with giant ornaments, snowflakes, images of Santa and snowmen, and other eye-catching decor.  

Holiday Events in Rogers – 2025

Rogers Christmas Parade | December 5, 6:30 p.m.

Dazzling floats and school bands will descend on the streets of downtown Rogers at the city’s annual parade. While the parade starts at 6:30 p.m., get there at 5 p.m. to check out the Christmas Village vendor market and take advantage of photo ops with Santa and the Grinch at Frisco Plaza.

Winter Wonderland | December 6, 1 – 4 p.m.

Equestrian Bridges’ holiday affair boasts horseback riding, pictures with Santa, crafts for kiddos and all of the hot cocoa you can drink.

Sips on the Bricks | December 6, 4 – 7:30 p.m.

Participate in a holiday-themed costume contest and a poker run and enjoy tons of shopping opportunities in downtown Rogers.

SantaCon-NWA | December 6, 1-7 p.m.

Calling all Mr. and Mrs. Claus, impersonators: Throw on your best costumes and hit the bars, restaurants and shops in downtown Bentonville. 

December Art on the Bricks | December 11, 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Celebrate northwest Arkansas’ creative community at Art on the Bricks. While the event takes place every second Thursday of the month, this special holiday edition offers great opportunities to purchase gifts from local artisans.

NWA Saxophone Christmas | December 6, 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Saxophone players from across northwest Arkansas will unite to perform two concerts at Pinnacle Hills Promenade in Rogers and NWA Mall in Fayetteville.

Unique Holiday Experiences in Rogers

Holiday Express

This festive journey takes passengers on a scenic trip through the beautiful Ozark Mountains while immersing them in holiday cheer. From the moment you step aboard the vintage railcars, you’ll be surrounded by twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the joyful sounds of Christmas music.

Daisy Airgun Museum

If you’re a fan of “A Christmas Story,” make a trip to the Daisy Airgun Museum to learn about the Red Ryder BB Gun—the famous air rifle featured in the beloved film. You can also pick up a version in the museum’s gift shop. 

Ice Skating at Lawrence Plaza

Bundle up to glide on the ice at Lawrence Plaza in Bentonville, which becomes a 7,000-square-foot skating rink from November through February.

Christmas Tree Farms

Picking out the perfect tree is a special tradition. Find the perfect one at local businesses such as Wonderland Tree Farm, Rockwell Farms Nursery and Shipley Farms.

From visits with Santa and mesmerizing lighting displays to gift-shopping opportunities and events, there are a bounty of festive things to do in and around Rogers. Plan a trip to the city today to experience the holiday magic for yourself.