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Dahlgren Rails-to-Trails Spring Walk

Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail

The Fredericksburg Walking Club (formerly the Germanna Volkssport Assoc.) is celebrating spring with a walk along the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail! The trail runs through 240 acres of preserved land in the Northern Neck.  Walk, jog, or run at your own pace along 3-, 8-, or 16-mile distances.  Start any time between 9AM and 1PM; […]

Free

Third Rappahanock Soap Box Derby Clinic

Fredericksburg Elks Lodge 11309 Tidewater Trail, Fredericksburg

This is the final clinic before the race,  it is your chance to have your car reviewed, repaired, weighed, and prepared for the Rappahanock Soap Box Derby!  You can also register and purchase whatever equipment you may need.

St. Patrick Catholic School Annual Auction

11305 Longstreet Dr, Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA 22551 11305 Longstreet Dr, Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA

Join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship with brunch and cocktails, a silent and a live auction, and games! Invite family and friends to join in on the festivities, all while benefiting St. Patrick School.

$40.00

Disney’s The Lion King, Kids!

Fredericksburg Christian School 9400 Thornton Rolling Rd., Fredericksburg, VA, United States

STEP VA, Inc. is a local nonprofit that “empowers people with special needs through artistic expression.” The group offers sensory-based theater and arts programs for individuals with disabilities with the goal of helping them flourish in the community. STEP VA: Disney’s "The Lion King, Kids!" will take place at Fredericksburg Christian School, 400 Thornton Rolling […]

Concerts by Canoe

Motts Run Reservoir 6600 River Road Fredericksburg, VA 22401, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Gather for a concert on the lake at Motts Run Reservoir. Bring your own boat (no motors, please) or rent one of ours (limited number of boats available, reserve yours early!). There are no gas motors allowed on the reservoir (electric only!). Pack a picnic dinner to enjoy while floating and listening to a band […]

$5

National Day of Prayer Celebration!

Hurkamp Park 500 William St., Fredericksburg

Zion Church of Fredericksburg, 2222 Emancipation Highway, will partner with other local churches in the area for the National Day of Prayer on May 5 at Hurkamp Park. Prayer in the Park is noon to 3 p.m., and Praise in the Park is 6–9 p.m. Food trucks available throughout the day. For more information, email info.zionfred@gmail.com

Free

Chancellor Ruritan Yard and Garage Sale

Chancellor Elementary School 5994 Plank Road, Fredericksburg

2 Day Yard/Garage Sale May 6 & 7, 2022 Friday 7 am to 4 pm, & Saturday 7 am to 12 noon Free to public Houseware, tools, lamps, jewelry, records & more. Support our fundraiser to benefit our local scholarship program.

Premiere of Local Documentary Our Show Must Go On

AGWright Middle School 100 Wood Dr, Stafford, VA, United States

A local documentary was filmed at AGW middle school. It focuses on the trials and tribulations of how Covid has effected students, and the challenges of putting on a live play. We are having a premiere on May 6th, and a distribution deal is in the works!

Free

Mother-Son Dance

Lafayette Upper Elementary School 3 Learning Ln, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Join Fredericksburg Parks & Rec for their annual Mother & Son Dance as a fun way to appreciate the most special women in our lives. Boys 4-12 years old are invited to take their moms, grandmas, aunts, sisters or beloved friends on a special Mother’s Day date! We will have a professional photographer taking optional […]

Patriot Park Concert: Acoustic Onion

Acoustic Onion plays 60's and 70's rock. First Responders Night: show your ID card to get $1 off your ticket. Rain or shine event. Will be moved indoors to Marshall Center if it rains. Tickets $5- 13 and up, $2- Ages 9-12, 8 and under admitted free. Gates open at 6 PM, show starts at […]

Fredericksburg Symphony Orchestra’s 2022 Spring Concert: “Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony”

Lifepoint Auditorium 1400 Central Park Boulevard Fredericksburg 1400 Central Park Boulevard, fredericksburg, VA, United States

The Fredericksburg Symphony concludes its inaugural season with Tchaikovsky’s magnificent Symphony No. 5 in E Minor. Composed in 1888, the symphony reflects the Romantic Era’s sense of longing, and—more typical of Tchaikovsky—sense of fate. While contemporary critics struggled with his music, panning such classics as the 1812 Overture and The Nutcracker, modern-day audiences are transported […]

$20 – $55

Chancellor Ruritan Yard and Garage Sale

2 Day Yard/Garage Sale May 6 & 7, 2022 Friday 7 am to 4 pm, & Saturday 7 am to 12 noon Free to public Houseware, tools, lamps, jewelry, records & more. Support our fundraiser to benefit our local scholarship program.

1st Annual VA Eagle Rider Rally

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

Open to the Public-Saturday May 7, 2022 100% of the proceeds will be shared between two great charities, Homes for our Troops and Ellie’s Elves. 8 am– Breakfast at Fredericksburg #4123 9 am– Poker Run begins 3 pm–Poker Run ends and winners will be announced 6 pm–99 Bottles of Beer Drawdown 6 pm–Buffet Dinner 8pm-Dance […]

Shred Hunger Secure Shred Event

Howell Library 806 Lyons Blvd, Fredericksburg

All papers will be securely shredded on site. $5 per box.

$5

Adoption Event

Petsmart Massaponax 9751 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Fredericksburg, United States

Join Bobbie's Pit Bull Rescue at PetSmart in Massaponax this Saturday!

Fish Fry Fundraiser

Brooke Volunteer Fire Department 222 Andrew Chapel Rd, Stafford, VA, United States

Brooke Volunteer Fire Department is excited to welcome the community back for our annual Fish Fry Fundraiser. All you can eat fish and family fun. We look forward to welcoming you all back!

$6 – $12

Bomba In The Square

Fredericksburg Area Museum 907 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Join the FAM and Semilla Cultural in Historic Market Square and learn about the traditional Afro-Puerto Rican dance and music style of Bomba! Bomba In the Square will take place at the FAM in historic Market Square (907 Princess Anne Street) on Saturday, May 7th, 2022. This FREE event will start with a bomba class […]

Free

Derby Bash

Brock's Riverside Grill 503 Sophia Street, Fredericksburg

The Fredericksburg Area Service League (FASL) would like to invite you to join us for our annual Derby Bash! We've partnered with Brock's Riverside Grill to host Fredericksburg's exclusive Kentucky Derby event to benefit FASL's signature programs and community partnerships. Each ticket includes heavy hors d'oeuvres with a Kentucky Derby flair, 1 drink ticket (additional cash bar available), and a […]

$50.00

Dinner and Civil War Lecture

The Cove at Fawn Lake 11305 Longstreet Drive, Spotsylvania, VA, United States

Friends of Wilderness Battlefield is pleased to host a dinner/speaker event at The Cove at Fawn Lake on Saturday, May 7, from 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM.  A cash bar will be available starting at 6:00 PM.  Our speaker is John Hennessy, recently retired Chief Historian with the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park and […]

$46.00

Fredericksburg Concert Band presents Conductor’s Choice

James Monroe HIgh School auditorium 2300 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, United States

Celebrate Conductor Fens' 20th anniversary. Featuring the world premier of FCB's first commission "The Falcon of Egypt" by renowned composer Rossano Galante. Also featuring Julie Giroux's "Culloden", Robert Jager's "Esprit de Corps", Alfred Reed's "Festival Prelude", "Amazing Grace" with bagpipe accompaniment, and much more!

$5 – $10