Roseland Christmas Market Vendor Application

The Roseland Christmas Market is one three-day weekend in December during the annual Christmas in Roseland event at the American Rose Center that gives local businesses the opportunity to interact and sell to new and existing customers. It is our hope that vendors can develop quality relationships with their new customers and help guests find unique gifts for the holiday season.

Application Details:

Please fill out the application below to be considered as a vendor. We’re looking for a variety of handmade arts and crafts and packaged Cottage Law food items. 

*Food Truck Application Separate - DO NOT fill this application out if you want to be a Food Truck Vendor*

Event Details: 

Setup: Friday, December 11: 2:00-4:30 pm

Market times: December 11, 12, & 13 from 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Breakdown: Sunday, December 13: 9:30-10:30 pm

Location: American Rose Center – Klima Rose Hall, 

8877 Jefferson Paige Rd., Shreveport, LA 71119

First registered can be inside Klima Hall and in the hallway. Others will be outside around the pool. 

Booth spaces for inside arts/crafts/cottage food vendors are $40 for each evening. A discount is given to vendors who reserve all 3 nights at $110.00 ($10 discount). Price doubles for double space. All vendors must provide their own tables, chairs, and change. 

Once application is complete, the American Rose Center will review and either approve or decline. 

If approved, you will be charged the appropriate vendor fee immediately. If this fee is not paid by December 8th, you will forfeit your space. 

Important notes:

• All vendors must provide a fully updated inventory of products for sale
• All vendors must set up in their assigned locations
• No open flame or electric space heaters will be permited
• Upon approval, vendors will be given instructions for parking, setup, teardown, and other day of information
• All vendors will be responsible for reporting sales tax to the City of Shreveport, Parish of Caddo, and State of Louisiana

A Christmas in Roseland staff member will serve as an advisor and oversee the Market’s operations. 

1.     The Market is open to vendors and artists who have high quality products. 

2.     The rental rate for a space is as follows:

1.     The cost of a space is $40.00 per day.

2.     If a vendor signs up for all 3 days, the cost will be $110.00 (which includes a $10 discount).

3.     Spaces are allocated according to many factors and are assigned at the discretion of the Christmas in Roseland staff. The staff may change vendors’ location as they deem necessary.

Space permitting, vendors can lease a maximum of two (2) stalls (measuring 10x10) at the discretion of the Christmas in Roseland staff.  No person renting a stall shall be allowed to sell, sublet, or assign such space to another vendor.
 

Operating Rules

1.     All vendors are responsible for reporting sales to the Department of Revenue and Taxation. The Roseland Christmas Market is not responsible for collecting or reporting taxes for the state and parish. It is the responsibility of each vendor to obtain any and all licenses or permits necessary and to follow safety procedures for the handling and storage of food. Complaints will be investigated and appropriate action decided by the Christmas in Roseland staff.

2.     Any Market-approved, home-prepared food or product must be offered for sale in closed packages or sealed containers bearing a legible label stating the producer's name, contact information, and price, plus, as mandated by the State, “not produced in a licensed commercial kitchen.” If the product requires special treatment for its preservation or use, that must be stated on the label. (i.e. “must be refrigerated after opening” or “may contain allergens”)

3.     The number of vendors selling those items will be controlled by the Christmas in Roseland staff.

4.     Vendors shall provide their own tables for display of their goods, chairs, and change fund, and if electricity is available, a heavy-duty extension cord. Electricity will be available to those who request it beforehand for an additional $10 fee. (Electricity will only be available during park hours of operation). The American Rose Center can not provide access to water.

5.     Vendors are expected to be ready, set up, and prepared to sell to the public 30 minutes prior to opening starting time. All vehicles removed from the Klima parking lot 30 minutes before opening.

6.     Market vendors are required to stay during the entire market day.  If the vendor has sold out, vendors will need to put a sign up that says, “Sold Out”. Vendors are encouraged to bring ample amounts of their product.

7.     Vendors are expected to clean up after themselves on a daily basis. 

8.     Anyone unable to attend should call the Christmas in Roseland Market staff as soon as they know they cannot attend. This enables the staff to keep the market full. You may cancel and request a refund up to Sunday, December 1, 2026. No refunds will be issued after. 

9.     The renter shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless The Roseland Christmas Market, their sponsors and managing agency, employees and volunteers from and against all claims, damages, losses, and expenses arising out the rented space’s use if such claim is attributable to personal injury, bodily injury, disease of death, or injury to, or destruction of property, including the loss of uses there from, and is not caused by any negligent act or omission of willful misconduct of The Roseland Christmas Market, their sponsors or their employees or volunteers acting within the scope of their employment.

All vendors shall comply with the rules set forth by the Christmas in Roseland staff and management. The staff will work directly with the vendors in enforcement and interpretation of said rules. If you are unable or unwilling to conform to the Market rules, please do not apply.

The Roseland Christmas Market Weekend:

The Christmas in Roseland staff will open the gates and building to the market at 2:00 – 4:30 pm on December 11, 2026.  
It is important that you arrive on time and stick to the assigned location unless your location changes.
Unload car at the circle and take products to your designated space without setting up booth. You may then park your vehicle in the designated area. 
Pets are not allowed at the market. Please leave them at home.
If you bring your children, keep them in your own booth unless they can function safely, independently, and with good behavior.
Do not play music from your booth.
You are expected to bring your own change.
Water is not provided.
NO alcoholic beverages are allowed to be sold.
If using electricity, please bring a long, grounded, heavy-duty extension cord.
If anyone panhandles, steals, or makes you uncomfortable in any way, including another vendor, please call the Christmas in Roseland staff or security immediately.
The market will end at 9:30 sharp each night. You need to finalize all sales at that time, begin packing up, and leave the area by 10:30 p.m. each night.
 

Thank you for following these rules and helping our guests have a great experience at Christmas in Roseland!