Watch the Christmas Tree Light Up at Founders Plaza in Rogers
Fifty feet of Christmas tree is about to go from dark to dazzling at Founders Plaza on November 20, and you get to help count it down. Rogers, warm up those vocal cords.
THE DEETS
📆 Friday, November 20, 2026
🕑 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Tree lighting at 6 p.m.
📍 Founders Plaza, 5001 W. Founders Way, Rogers
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A 50-Foot Countdown With the Clauses
CoFounder is hosting the evening, and the big moment hits at 6 p.m. Santa, Mrs. Claus and special guests lead a festive countdown, then the tree lights up and Christmas season officially kicks off. Show up at 5:30 and you’ve got half an hour to practice yelling “THREE!” with feeling.
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Free Photos, a Mattel Gift and a Whole Vendor Village
The tree is the star (literally, give it a minute), but there’s plenty to fill the rest of the night:
- Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus: complimentary professional shots, so the holiday card is basically handled
- A gift from Mattel: pick one up while you’re there
- Local Vendor Village: treats, handmade gifts, festive finds and activities for the whole family
- Live music and Christmas performances: running all evening, so there’s a soundtrack between stops
Ornaments That Give Back
Locally made, handcrafted Christmas ornaments are up for grabs. Keep one for your own tree or wrap it for someone on your list. Every purchase supports Saving Grace and its work in the community, and you’ll find more ways to pitch in for Saving Grace at the event.
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CoFounder sums up the night with one line: “A single thread may seem small.” Get enough neighbors and local businesses in one plaza, though, and you’ve woven something that lasts. Consider this your invitation to be part of the tapestry. Tinsel optional.
See you there, NWA.
