# Frost Fest at Gipson Play Plaza

> Event for families in the Raleigh–Cary area (NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Dec 5
- Where: Gipson Play Plaza, Dix Park, 701 Palmer Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603
- Ages: Families
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: City of Raleigh Parks
- Official page: https://raleighnc.gov/holidays
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

A City of Raleigh winter celebration at Dix Park's Gipson Play Plaza, part of Raleigh for the Holidays. Details are still to come.

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