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Holidays in Fredericksburg Tree Lighting
November 9, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us as we kick off the holiday season with our annual Tree Lighting, now in a new location! This year, the event will be held at Riverfront Park, moving from its previous home at Hurkamp Park. We’ll also unveil a brand-new tree, thanks to Fredericksburg Main Street. It’s a festive evening you don’t want to miss!
Event Highlights:
Holiday music and entertainment
Special visit from Santa Claus
Family-friendly crafts and activities
Warm drinks and festive treats available for purchase by:
Funnel Cake Cafe | Good Puff | Kake Kraze | Poppin’ Jon’s Kettle Korn | Sippin’ Pop
The tree lighting countdown starts at 6pm—don’t miss the moment the new tree sparkles to life!
Holiday music and entertainment Special visit from Santa Claus Family-friendly crafts and activities Warm drinks and festive treats available for purchase by:Funnel Cake Cafe | Good Puff | Kake Kraze | Poppin’ Jon’s Kettle Korn | Sippin’ Pop
The tree lighting countdown starts at 6pm—don’t miss the moment the new tree sparkles to life!
Closest parking is available at 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 on this map: https://www.fredericksburgva.gov/744/Parking
Head to Downtown early for Holiday Open House deals: https://fxbg.com/events/holiday-open-house-weekend
Spend time with Santa before the Tree Lighting for a few pics:https://shopfxbgva.com/event/pictures-with-santa-november-9/
After the Event:Make your way to Caroline Street (600-1000 blocks) to see the new holiday lights illuminating downtown! These beautiful lights were made possible by a grant from Fredericksburg Main Street and will add even more magic to the season.
This event is free and open to all—bring your holiday spirit and enjoy the festive evening in the heart of Fredericksburg!
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If you are a vendor and would like to join this event, please email us at info@fxbg.com. (Please note: We are NOT accepting food vendors and trucks at this time.)
This event is hosted by Fredericksburg Economic Development and Tourism, Fredericksburg Main Street and Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation and Events.
