Gipson Play Plaza Grand Opening

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Get ready to play, explore, and celebrate—join us for the grand opening of Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park, where adventure begins!

Location

Gipson Play Plaza

Category

Kids & Family

Gipson Play Plaza Grand Opening

Event Details

The announcement you've all been waiting for... Gipson Play Plaza opens with a Grand Opening community celebration presented by the Dix Park Conservancy!

12 - 3:30DJ Mike FornoFountain Plaza
4:30 - 6pmOfficial Grand Opening Ceremony with ASL InterpreterFountain Plaza
6:30 - 8pmConcert with The Asheville Mountain BoysFountain Plaza
8 - 10pmExplore an immersive light experienceThroughout Gipson Play Plaza

7 - 8amYoga with Aubrey AndersonHouse of Many Porches
8 - 9amYoga with Aubrey AndersonHouse of Many Porches
9 - 10amEn Plein Aire with KreativityyyThe Loop
10 - 3pmDJ LuxePoshFountain Plaza
11am - 1pmDrum Circle with OneTribeHouse of Many Porches
11am - 1pmPlant Workshop with Urban PothosHouse of Many Porches
1 - 3pmStorytime with Blubobobobo (ASL Interpreter)House of Many Porches
1 - 3pmPerformance by Raleigh Music CollectiveThe Loop
3 - 5pmPerformance by Raleigh RockersFountain Plaza
5 - 7pmPerformance by Carolina BalletFountain Plaza
7 - 8:30pmConcert with Emerald EmpireFountain Plaza
8:30 - 10pmExplore an immersive light experienceThroughout Gipson Play Plaza

In addition to the main festivities, guests can enjoy delightful surprises throughout the day! Wandering around the park you will find-

  • Beloved local mascots - Champ the Bat Dog, Wool E Bull, UNC Rameses, Mr & Mrs Wuf
  • Sunny the Fairy
  • Playful bubbles with Imagine Circus

7 - 8amYoga with Erica LagardeHouse of Many Porches
8 - 9amYoga with Erica LagardeHouse of Many Porches
9 - 11amEn Plein Aire with KreativityyyThe Loop
10 - 3pmDJ LuxePoshFountain Plaza
11am - 1pmDrum Circle with OneTribeHouse of Many Porches
11am - 1pmPlant Workshop with Urban PothosHouse of Many Porches
1 - 3pmPerformance by Garland MasonThe Loop
1 - 3pmStorytime with Blubobobobo (ASL Interpreter)House of Many Porches
3 - 5pmPerformance by Raleigh RockersFountain Plaza
5 - 7pmPoetry FoxWoodland Garden
7 - 8:30Concert with ¡Tumbao!Fountain Plaza
8:30 - 10pmExplore an immersive light experienceThroughout Gipson Play Plaza

In addition to the main festivities, guests can enjoy delightful surprises throughout the day! Wandering around the park you will find-

  • Beloved local mascots - Wool E Bull, UNC Rameses, Mr & Mrs. Wuf
  • Sunny the Fairy
  • Playful bubbles with Imagine Circus

Food & Beverage

Check out our food truck calendar to explore a variety of delicious treat options!

Food Truck Calendar

Parking & Shuttles

Details soon!

Know Before You Go

Contact Dix Park Staff at 919-996-3255 or events@dixpark.org

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