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GONZALES — Holiday shopping is getting a head start as Merry Market returns to the Lamar Dixon Expo Center this weekend.
The three-day event from Friday, Nov. 13, to Sunday, Nov. 15, will feature more than 400 vendor booths inside the REV building and adjoining covered pavilion. Shoppers can browse clothing, jewelry, home décor, candles, toys, Christmas decorations, sweets, bath and body products, artwork and more.
The market will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.
Food trucks will also be on site, offering refreshments throughout the event.
Families can enjoy a Kids Zone featuring Santa, a petting zoo, inflatables, face painting and other activities.
General admission is $10, and children younger than 10 get in free. Parking is complimentary, and strollers are welcome. A portion of ticket proceeds will benefit The Sparrow Foundation, which provides supportive services to victims of human trafficking in the Baton Rouge area.
Those looking to shop early can take advantage of VIP Shopping on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 8 a.m. until noon. VIP tickets are $20 and are available online or at the door.
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