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Fredericksburg First Friday

FXBG First Friday is an event that happens on the first Friday of every month that celebrates the amazing art, community, and vibrancy of Downtown Fredericksburg. It is a collaboration between galleries and art events, retailers, restaurants, and nonprofits in the downtown district that works to showcase the art in all we do. Visit Downtown […]

46th Annual Spotsylvania Christmas Parade

Spotsylvania Courthouse Village 9010 Old Battlefield Blvd , Spotsylvania, VA, United States

Free event at the Spotsylvania Courthouse District. Contact Spotsylvania Parks and Recreation to participate by November 9th.

Orange Christmas Parade

Main Street & Taylor Park, Orange, W Main St, Orange, VA, United States

Orange Rotary Christmas Parade Saturday, December 2, 2023, 4:30PM Theme: Winter Wonderland

Fredericksburg Christmas Parade

Downtown Fredericksburg 600-900 Block of Caroline Street, Fredericksburg

The Fredericksburg Christmas Parade will be held rain, shine or snow in downtown Fredericksburg on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 5:30pm. In the highly unusual event that severe weather requires a cancellation, we will notify people through our Fred Alerts “Events Notification” list. We would also post notifications on Facebook @FredParksRec. The parade will not […]

37th Annual Gingerbread Exhibit

George Washington's Ferry Farm 268 Kings Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

It's opening weekend of the 37th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Exhibit at George Washington’s Ferry Farm! Enjoy the whimsical sights and delicious smells of wondrously festive gingerbread creations, see the contest-winning entries, cast a vote for People’s Choice, and play iSpy Gingerbread. This year’s theme is “A Critter Christmas.” ADMISSION FEES Exhibit Only, Purchase […]

Free – $12

9th Annual Wee Christmas Exhibit Opening

Historic Kenmore 1201 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Visit a delightful neighborhood of dollhouses and miniatures this holiday season at the 9th Annual Wee Christmas Dollhouses & Miniatures Show at Historic Kenmore! Admire and awe over highly-detailed replica dollhouses – including one of Kenmore itself – and miniatures in the Crowninshield Museum. Share memories of your dollhouse with your family as you explore […]

Mary Washington House Holiday Open House

Mary Washington House 1200 Charles St, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Tour the Mary Washington House in the spirit of the 18th- century Christmas. Shop for unique gifts in the museum store while sipping hot cider and sampling Mary Washington’s famous gingerbread. The museum store will be hosting a special holiday sale for this one day only. With a delightfully curated selection of gifts, getting a […]

Free

Santa’s Gift of Music

James Monroe High School 2300 Washington Ave, Fredericksburg

A family-friendly concert featuring the storybook ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas set to music…and a special visit from Santa.

$5 – $10

Spotsylvania Courthouse Luminary

The Marshall Center 8800 Courthouse Road

Sunday, December 3rd at 4:45 PM on the Marshall Center Front Lawn

Free

Home for the Holidays: the 12 Days of Christmas

Gari Melchers Home & Studio at Belmont Washington Street in Falmouth, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

This year the country life and entertaining that the Melchers’ treasured at Belmont inspires Home for the Holidays. Drawing from the couple’s artwork and decorative objects, we‘ve integrated representations of the gifts from The Twelve Days of Christmas throughout the home. The interpretation of the birds and people named in the lyrics are debated, and […]

$10 – $12

Celebration of Christ

LDS Church - Spotsylvania 5600 Smith Station Road, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Enjoy an environment that celebrates the girt of our Savior. Start the holidays with your focus on Christ. Nativity displays, artwork of our savior, live music and activities for kids.

Free

Stafford County Tree Lighting

George L. Gordon Jr. Government Center 1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA

Evening Highlights Musical Performances by School Choirs/Bands throughout the evening Parade featuring marching band, floats, and other entertainment Santa on site for photos and visits Tree Lighting 3rd Annual Tree Lighting Welcome the holiday season with Stafford County’s 3rd annual Tree Lighting Festival held at the George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center on Friday, December […]

Visit with Santa

Sumerduck Ruritan Club 5335 Sumerduck Rd, SUMERDUCK, VA, United States

Friday, December 8th at Sumerduck Ruritan Club.

Holiday Open House

The Lewis Store 1200 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA

The Historic Fredericksburg Foundation hosts a free Holiday Open House at The Lewis Store on Caroline Street.

Free

Visit with Santa

National Museum of the Marine Corps 18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Triangle, VA, United States

Ho! Ho! Ho! Come and celebrate the joy and excitement of the holiday season during one of Santa's two visits to the National Museum of the Marine Corps. Holiday-themed activities and crafts will be available while waiting to meet the jolly old elf. Photos with Santa are available from 1300–1600. Guests must provide their own […]

Pictures with Santa

Fredericksburg Visitor Center 706 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Reserve a time slot for pictures with Santa in front of a festive holiday Fredericksburg backdrop. Bring your own camera for your pictures! Volunteers will available to help you take family photos. Kids will have time to chat with Santa. Tickets are $5. One ticket is needed per family. In the time slot reserved, you will […]

$5

Chili Cook Off

Bowling Green Town Hall 117 Butler Street, Bowling Green, VA

Sample chili and cast a vote for your favorite at the Town of Bowling Green's Chili Cook Off.

Visit with Santa

National Museum of the Marine Corps 18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Triangle, VA, United States

Ho! Ho! Ho! Come and celebrate the joy and excitement of the holiday season during one of Santa's two visits to the National Museum of the Marine Corps. Holiday-themed activities and crafts will be available while waiting to meet the jolly old elf. Photos with Santa are available from 1300–1600. Guests must provide their own […]

Pictures with Santa

Fredericksburg Visitor Center 706 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Reserve a time slot for pictures with Santa in front of a festive holiday Fredericksburg backdrop. Bring your own camera for your pictures! Volunteers will available to help you take family photos. Kids will have time to chat with Santa. Tickets are $5. One ticket is needed per family. In the time slot reserved, you will […]

$5