The Lafayette Farmers & Artisans Christmas Market will light up the Moncus Park Oaks on Thursday, December 4 from 4-8 p.m.
This annual holiday shopping tradition, featuring 60 local market vendors, will offer a rich array of food and gifts showcasing the artisan community's talent and craftsmanship. Louisiana band Whisht will perform traditional Irish and Christmas music beginning at 5:30.
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there. Bring the family and capture a holiday photo. The Acadiana Center for the Arts PACE teaching artists will be leading a holiday art activity for the kids. They'll also have Christmas caroling throughout the evening.
Carpooling and bike-riding to the park are encouraged. There will be on-site parking inside the park in the paved lot ($2 per hour) or in the grass of Lafayette Lawn.