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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 […]
Eighth Annual Merry Trees Exhibit Open House
Fredericksburg Area Museum 907 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesThe Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM) is pleased to announce the eighth annual Merry Trees exhibit in partnership with Fredericksburg City Public Schools. FAM’s gallery spaces will be filled with fourteen miniature trees decorated by second-grade students at Hugh Mercer and Lafayette Elementary Schools. In honor of FAM’s 2023 exhibit SEEN: Viewing the Work of African […]
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 […]
The String Queens
Dodd Auditorium George Washington Hall, University of Mary Washington, FredericksburgThe String Queens (TSQ), A DC-based Trio will perform at the University of Mary Washington’s Dodd Auditorium. This event is Free and open to the public. Registration is required.
Hope Presbyterian Church Craft and Vendor Fair
Come out and shop for Christmas at our 8th annual Christmas Craft and Vendor Fair. We have both hand-crafted items and direct sales companies represented with jewelry, handbags, blankets, woodcrafts, food items, knitted and crocheted gifts, and more! Food truck on site for lunch, and door prizes available.
Adoption Event
Petsmart Cosner's Corner 9751 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Fredericksburg, United StatesBobbie's Pit Bull Rescue will host an Adoption Event on 12/2 at Petsmart.
Orange Holiday Village
There will be baked goods, craft vendors, artisans, and Santa at the Train Station in Orange, 122 E Main St, on December 2 and 16 from 12:00-4:00 pm. Come enjoy the day and support our local vendors and shops.
46th Annual Spotsylvania Christmas Parade
Spotsylvania Courthouse Village 9010 Old Battlefield Blvd , Spotsylvania, VA, United StatesFree 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 StatesOrange Rotary Christmas Parade Saturday, December 2, 2023, 4:30PM Theme: Winter Wonderland
Fredericksburg Christmas Parade
Downtown Fredericksburg 600-900 Block of Caroline Street, FredericksburgThe 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 […]
Fxbg Blue & Gray Half Marathon
Old Mill Park 2201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VirginiaThis year marks the 23rd running of the Fredericksburg Blue and Gray Half Marathon. Join us on Sunday, December 3rd as we run through historic Fredericksburg, VA! All participants earn the same great swag! * A Long-sleeve technical race shirt for all those registering before Nov 20, 2023. * A race finisher’s medal This race […]
Holiday Open House at St. Clement’s Island Museum
St. Clement's Island Museum 38370 Point Breeze Road, Colton's Point, MD, United StatesEnjoy the opening of the St. Clement's Island Museum Christmas Doll & Train Exhibit inside the museum with kids’ activities, music, refreshments and much more. Run the model trains, see vintage dolls like Barbie's and American Girl dolls and much more. FREE ADMISSION and activities are available for visitors of all ages. Get a jump […]
37th Annual Gingerbread Exhibit
George Washington's Ferry Farm 268 Kings Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesIt'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 […]
9th Annual Wee Christmas Exhibit Opening
Historic Kenmore 1201 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, VirginiaVisit 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 StatesTour 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 […]
Adoption Event for Purrs and Whiskers
Come meet your new best friend... lots of kitties expected to be in attendance at the North Stafford PetSmart from 1:00 - 5:00 PM! Location: North Stafford PetSmart 1160 Stafford Market Place Stafford, VA 22556 We HIGHLY encourage you to save time & submit your adoption application early to get PRE-approved to adopt on-site... apply […]
Santa’s Gift of Music
James Monroe High School 2300 Washington Ave, FredericksburgA family-friendly concert featuring the storybook ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas set to music…and a special visit from Santa.
Spotsylvania Courthouse Luminary
The Marshall Center 8800 Courthouse RoadSunday, December 3rd at 4:45 PM on the Marshall Center Front Lawn
Christmastide Weekend at Stratford Hall
Stratford Hall 483 Great House Road, Stratford, VAJoin us for the annual Christmastide celebration at Stratford Hall. New this year, come experience a weekend full of activities while taking in the spirit of the season. Friday, December 8th & Saturday, December 9th 6:00 PM: Denson’s Chesapeake Bay Farm to Table Dinners. Advance reservations required. Reserve your dinner now! Saturday, December 9th 5:00 […]
Happy “Paw”lidays
Dorothy Hart Community Center 408 Canal Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesBring 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.
