# College Park Winter Wonderland

> Event for families in the Washington–Arlington–Alexandria area (DC / VA / MD / WV). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Dec 5 · 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Where: City Hall Plaza, 7401 Baltimore Avenue, College Park, MD 20740
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Free
- Organizer: City of College Park
- Official page: https://vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com/grounding-api-redirect/AUZIYQHXpESO0XPJCS7tBYmJkUiQsHzamPGLRnk1yQHxjXUu6ms9Uy5t88s7U3OkNwmZsWl4smPQnRHBXEJzsvyAWJUBD9HR6z7KZ6hqHS1Dk7OoJwqYoW-la2w_G3325ahl4U_moeQBF1NO9z9etA==
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Browse a holiday market with arts and crafts vendors. Enjoy entertainment and community activities leading up to the tree lighting.

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