Wake up and smell the roses! Nothing is quite as tranquil as a retreat to one of the picturesque botanical gardens of Louisiana. Filled to the brim with all kinds of flora, find a beautiful botanical garden near Marksville, LA.

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Saturday, Mar 15, 2025 at 6:00pm
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Alexandria, LA
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Ball Community Center
Ball, LA
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