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Happy “Paw”lidays

Dorothy Hart Community Center 408 Canal Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Bring your furry friend to visit Santa and make an ornament. $5 per pup for City of Fredericksburg residents. $6 per pup for non-city residents. For information contact Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation and Events, 540-372-1086, FXBGParks.com.

$5 – $6

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.

Puss ‘N Boots Performed by Stafford Players and OZ by Dixon-Smith Middle School

Stafford High School 63 Stafford Indian Lane, Fredericksburg

Stafford High School will present the Stafford Players in "Puss 'N Boots," a 45-minute play geared to elementary school-aged audiences, followed by "Oz" for middle school-aged audiences and up. There will be a break between the two performances. With ogres, cats and queens tangled in the pursuit of staying true to one's heart, "Puss 'N […]

$5 – $9

Winter Kids Market

Dorothy Hart Community Center 408 Canal Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

The Winter Kids Market will be held at the Dorothy Hart Community Center. This market is for children from 8-15yrs old to sell their homemade items in conjunction with the Fredericksburg Farmers Market. Admission is FREE.

Free

Rappahannock Model Railroaders Annual Christmas Train Show

Fraternal Order of Eagles 4123 21 Cool Springs Road, Fredericksburg, VA

Please join us at our 26th Annual Christmas Train Show. The show will feature operating train layouts, model train vendors, and activities for the young. Dates: Saturday - December 09, 2023 - 9am to 5pm and Sunday - December 10, 2023 - 10am to 4pm. Cost of admission: Adults $10; Youth aged 13-17, $5; Children […]

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

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

Turkeys & Toys

Virginia Credit Union Stadium 42 Jackie Robinson Way, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

The Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank will be holding its third annual Turkeys & Toys holiday drive-through food distribution on Saturday, December 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Virginia Credit Union Stadium. Those who can benefit from free turkeys, toys, and other foods for the holidays are welcome to attend. Turkeys and toys will […]

Live Nativity

Grace United Methodist Church 13056 Elk Ridge Road, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Grace United Methodist Church on Elk Ridge Road in Hartwood is hosting a Live Nativity on Saturday Dec 16 from 1-3pm. Fun and Free for the whole family. Come pet the animals, make some crafts, and enjoy cookies and Hot Cocoa before the Stafford Christmas parade. For more information call, 540-684-3535

Free

Stafford County Christmas Parade

GEICO Building 1 GEICO Blvd., Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Time to sign up to be part of the Stafford County Christmas Parade on December 16, 2023 at 3 PM, rain or shine.  The location is GEICO Boulevard on Rt. 17.  All proceeds benefit the Stafford Sheriff's Department, Shop with a Cop program. Please see the StaffordChristmasParade.com website for sign-up information. All local businesses, groups, […]

Free

Fredericksburg’s Santa Run

Bring your family to see Mr. & Mrs. Claus spread holiday cheer throughout the city!

Free

KidzChristmas at Ebenezer Church

Ebenezer United Methodist Church 161 Embrey Mill Road, Stafford

Start Christmas week with KidzChristmas - a special event for the whole family at Ebenezer Church in Stafford. Join us on Monday, December 18 at 6:30 PM in the Sanctuary for a program of Christmas music and scripture featuring the Ebenezer KidzChoir. Afterward, step outside to experience our Living Nativity. Meet Mary and Joseph, visit […]

Free

Christmas Eve with Ebenezer Church

Ebenezer United Methodist Church 161 Embrey Mill Road, Stafford

You’re invited to celebrate Christmas Eve at Ebenezer Church in Stafford on Sunday, December 24! Traditional services will be held at 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM with music from the Ebenezer Choir. A Modern service will be held at 4:00 PM with music from the Ebenezer Band. Nursery will be available for children ages 0-3. […]

Free

REC Summer Youth Tour Experience

Learn, travel and have fun during the Summer Youth Tour Experience for Juniors. High school juniors are encouraged to apply for an opportunityto spend a free week in D.C. exploring the nation's capital June 17-21. The application deadline is January 29th.