The sister cities will see annual holiday traditions and new festive events this year as Shreveport-Bossier celebrates the holidays in Louisiana’s Other Side.

Visitors may notice some bright lights leading them to holiday happenings along the trail this year. The official kickoff is marked by the lighting of a 40-foot Christmas tree Nov. 21 at the Outlets at Louisiana Boardwalk Christmas Tree Lighting.  The event starts at 6 p.m., and is marked by free entertainment for the entire family.

The 30th Annual Christmas in Roseland at the Gardens of the American Rose Center has extended its run for Christmas 2013. One of the area’s longest running holiday events, Christmas in Roseland will run Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Nov. 29-Dec. 22. This signature event is marked by more than one million lights and Christmas community cards made by area students.

New this year is the first-ever Cajun Christmas Festival at Cash Point the Party Place, Dec. 7, 4 - 9 p.m. Bring your family and friends out for this event that includes a gumbo cook off, beer tasting, Cajun band and other special performances. Jolly Ole St. Nick will be available for kids to have their holiday photo made with him. Craft vendors will be set up for the kids to enjoy and holiday shopping for the adults. All children 5 and under will get in free.

Other holiday events and performances include, “The Nutcracker” presented by the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet, Dec. 7. Shop for a cause at Les Boutiques de Noël, Nov. 21-23. For an off-the-beaten-path holiday experience, make plans to attend the Country Christmas Festival in Vivian and the Christmas on Caddo Fireworks Festival, Dec. 7. Take a short drive to Benton to enjoy a whimsical Christmas festival and parade at the 14th Annual Benton Christmas on the Square, Dec. 14.

The holiday season is already in sight, and Shreveport-Bossier is gearing up for a fantastic celebration. Stay up-to-date by visiting HolidayTrailOfLights.com or facebook.com/HolidayTrailOfLights for holiday events.

 

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