Lafayette, Louisiana (KMDL) - This Summer, Lafayette, Louisiana will host the ultimate event for LEGO lovers.

Lafayette will host its first ever LEGO BRICK CONVENTION.

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LEGO BRICK CONVENTION Lafayette, Louisiana

It's billed as "The Greatest LEGO Fan Event On Earth" and it's coming to Lafayette to this Summer.

The LEGO BRICK CONVENTION will be hosted at Blackham Coliseum July 26 and 27.

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From brickconvention.com -

"BRICK CONVENTION is the Greatest LEGO® Fan Event on Earth and brings all of the creative hands-on, minds-on fun of LEGO® building and experiences together in one activity- and entertainment-packed family event for children of all ages and builders of all skills and interests."

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Not only is this a great event for LEGO lovers of all ages, but it's a great event for a great cause.

A portion of the proceeds from every LEGO BRICK CONVENTION is donated to Creations for Charity.

Creations for Charity is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization that buy new LEGO sets for underprivileged children around the world during the holidays.

DATES AND SESSIONS:

​Saturday, July 26
Session I: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session II: 2:00pm – 5:00pm

​​Sunday, July 27
Session I: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Session II: 2:00pm – 5:00pm

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Tickets to the Lafayette, Louisiana LEGO BRICK CONVENTION are $15 in advance, $20 at the door.

Kids 2 and under get in free.

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Tickets are selling fast, so you should definitely get yours in advance.

Tickets are available in advance online HERE.

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