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Children's Activity
Rappahannock Model Railroaders Annual Christmas Train Show
Fraternal Order of Eagles 4123 21 Cool Springs Road, Fredericksburg, VAPlease 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, VAThe Historic Fredericksburg Foundation hosts a free Holiday Open House at The Lewis Store on Caroline Street.
Visit with Santa
National Museum of the Marine Corps 18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Triangle, VA, United StatesHo! 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 StatesReserve 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 […]
Merry Main Street Christmas Parade
A Christmas Parade for the town of Bowling Green in Caroline County.
Visit with Santa
National Museum of the Marine Corps 18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Triangle, VA, United StatesHo! 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 StatesReserve 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 […]
Holiday Pops “Home for the Holidays”
Lifepoint Auditorium 1400 Central Park Boulevard, fredericksburg, VA, United StatesExperience the warmth and excitement of a hometown holiday that only the Fredericksburg Symphony Orchestra (FSO) can provide! Enjoy classics such as "Sleigh Ride" and "Jingle Bells", traditional Strauss waltzes, and even a new version of "O Come, O Come Emanuel" for electric guitar and orchestra! As a special treat, the FSO will be joined […]
Turkeys & Toys
Virginia Credit Union Stadium 42 Jackie Robinson Way, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesThe 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 StatesGrace 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
Stafford County Christmas Parade
GEICO Building 1 GEICO Blvd., Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesTime 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, […]
The Nutcracker Ballet
2300 Washington Ave 2300 Washington Ave, Fredericksburg, VAExperience Academy of Ballet and The Fredericksburg City Ballet Company’s The Nutcracker ballet – a full-length classical ballet that will enchant you and your family this holiday season. The Nutcracker is a beautiful story of magic, adventure, and friendship that will leave you filled with joy and wonder. This family-friendly performance is a great way […]
Fredericksburg’s Santa Run
Bring your family to see Mr. & Mrs. Claus spread holiday cheer throughout the city!
KidzChristmas at Ebenezer Church
Ebenezer United Methodist Church 161 Embrey Mill Road, StaffordStart 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 […]
Christmas Eve with Ebenezer Church
Ebenezer United Methodist Church 161 Embrey Mill Road, StaffordYou’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. […]
First Day Hike
Motts Run Reservoir 6600 River Road Fredericksburg, VA 22401, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesStart the New Year off right by spending the first day out in nature! Bring out the whole family to take a hike on one of the many trails at Motts Run Reservoir. Come out to this event anytime between 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The First Day Hike at Motts Run is completely free! […]
Fredericksburg Elks 875 Annual Hoop Shoot
Walker Grant Middle School auditorium 1 Learning Lane, FredericksburgThis is the annual Elks Hoop Shoot Free Throw Shooting Contest. See flyer
Snowball Fight Melee
Virginia Credit Union Stadium 42 Jackie Robinson Way, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesHeld snow or shine. Children under 10 must be supervised by an accompanying adult at all times. Pre-registration is required. The snowball fight will be a free for all melee type of snowball fight. There will be a kid’s area for kids 10 and under to play safely.
Girl Scouts
Join a troop--or become a volunteer!
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.
