The Local Events Calendar is reserved for 501(c)(3) nonprofit and charitable organizations. Using the event submission form does not guarantee that your event will be published. Telemedia Broadcasting reserves the right to review, edit, and/or delete any submission. Please do not submit the same event more than once. Events that donate proceeds from for-profit business fundraisers will not be accepted.
Cooking Corner: Beginning Sourdough
Central Rappahannock Library Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesCentral Rappahannock Regional Library - Howell Branch 806 Lyons Boulevard FredericksburgVA22406 How to make, use, and care for sourdough starter along with a simple recipe to try. Take-home starter cultures provided while supplies last.
Reading Ranger
Lake Anna State Park 6800 Lawyers Road, Spotsylvania Courthouse, VAWhere Lake Anna State Park, 6800 Lawyers Rd., Spotsylvania, VA 22551. Visitor Center When Feb. 2, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Join the Rangers each week for story time! Although this program is geared for younger audiences (ages 3-5), everyone is invited. Listen to the Ranger read a book or two, then join in […]
African American Innovators
Central Rappahannock Regional Library 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesThroughout February, explore a rotating series of self-guided activities highlighting contributions of African American innovators who changed history with their contributions. View videos about African American innovators at librarypoint.org/african-american-history. For grades K-6.
Seussical JR
Riverside Center For The Performing Arts 95 Riverside Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesSeussical Jr. features the Dr. Seuss story of Horton the elephant, who discovers an entire society on a speck of dust. The famed Cat in the Hat tells the tale of Horton and the Whos, especially Jojo, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many "thinks." Horton soon faces a double challenge – not […]
Great Lives: Crazy Horse & Sitting Bull
Dodd Auditorium George Washington Hall, University of Mary Washington, FredericksburgCrazy Horse and Sitting Bull: Their names are iconic, their significance in American history undeniable. Together, these two Lakota chiefs, one a fabled warrior and the other a revered holy man, crushed George Armstrong Custer’s vaunted Seventh Cavalry. Yet their legendary victory at the Little Big Horn has overshadowed the rest of their rich and […]
FXBG First Friday
Merchant Square Pavilion 9010 Old Battlefield Blvd, Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA, United StatesCelebrate the arts, culture, and community during First Friday in downtown Fredericksburg! Enjoy extended shopping hours, gallery openings, live music, and unique pop-up experiences. Make the evening even better with the Sip & Stroll, where you can savor your favorite beverages while exploring downtown from 5pm through last call at 8:30pm. Ride the Free Trolley […]
The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own”
Dodd Auditorium 1301 College Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesThe U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” Don’t miss a spectacular evening of music on Friday, February 7, featuring The U.S. Army Band performing masterful compositions in a rare outside-the-beltway performance. Experience the breathtaking energy of Rocky Point Holiday by Ron Nelson, a vibrant celebration of rhythm and melody, and the captivating beauty of Howard Hanson’s […]
Great Lives – John Lewis
Dodd Auditorium 1301 College Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesLecture Date: February 13, 2025 The Irene and Curry Roberts Lecture For six decades John Robert Lewis (1940–2020) was a towering figure in the struggle for civil rights in the United States. As an activist and progressive congressman, he was renowned for his unshakable integrity, indomitable courage, and determination to get into “good trouble.” John […]
FXBG Spring Home Show
Fredericksburg Convention Center 2371 Carl D Silver Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesGet ready for the most exciting home transformation event! This year’s show is designed to help you turn your home vision into reality. After spending the winter indoors, we know you’re eager to dive into new projects—whether it’s enhancing your indoor space or improving your outdoor surroundings. Join us to connect with the area’s top landscapers, designers, contractors, and other experts, all […]
Fredericksburg Symphony Orchestra Valentine’s Special Concert “What I did for Love”
2300 Washington Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401What could be better than a romantic symphony orchestra concert on Valentine’s Day? This year on Valentine’s Day itself, the FSO will take it to the next level. With sweeping string melodies and passionate playing, Fredericksburg Symphony Orchestra Valentine’s Special Concert “What I did for Love” will be a night to remember. We’ll feature the […]
Power Rangers Comic Writer JD Sutphin Signing
Nova Gateway Comics and Toys 2340 Plank Rd, Fredericksburg, VAPower Rangers Comic Writer JD Sutphin Signing Kicking off the new year with our First Guest Appearance of the 2025 season! Nova Gateway is excited to announce that JD Sutphin will be joining us from 12pm to 3pm on Saturday, February 15th at our Fredericksburg Location! JD Sutphin is the writer of Power Rangers: Across […]
Hidden Stories: Black History Walking Tour
Fredericksburg Area Museum 907 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesFeaturing recent research gathered by Dr. Gaila Sims, FAM’s Curator of African American History and Vice President of Programs and Interpretation, this one-time-only program will be facilitated by local community historian Keith Strother. The tour will begin and end on the museum’s third floor and will run approximately one hour, showcasing stories of African American […]
Washington’s Birthday Celebration!
Ferry FarmWashington’s Birthday Celebration! ferry farm February 17 10 am – 3 pm Celebrate George Washington’s 293rd birthday at his boyhood home with fun activities for the whole family! Tour the Washington House and catch a photo with “George Washington,” who will be on hand to celebrate his birthday. Kids (and adults!) can play colonial games […]
Spotsylvania Parks & Rec. Baseball, Softball, T-Ball Registration
Spotsylvania Parks and Recreation Department offers baseball for ages 7 to 15, softball for ages 7 to 17 and t-ball for ages 4 to 7 for boys and girls who are Spotsylvania County residents. A birth certificate is required at the time of registration unless one is already on file with the Spotsylvania Parks and […]
A Space of our Own: Black Women in Community
Fredericksburg Area Museum 907 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesThe Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM) is proud to announce the launch of a new monthly program series, A Space of Our Own: Black Women in Community, designed to honor and connect Black women in the region. Created and led by Dr. Gaila Sims, FAM’s Vice President of Programs and Interpretation and Curator of African American History, this […]
Great Lives: James A. Garfield
Dodd Auditorium 1301 College Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesIn President Garfield: From Radical to Unifier, C.W. Goodyear charts the life and times of one of the most remarkable Americans ever to win the Presidency. Progressive firebrand and conservative compromiser; Union war hero and founder of the first Department of Education; Supreme Court attorney and abolitionist preacher; mathematician and canalman; crooked election-fixer and clean-government champion; […]
Great Lives: Hedy Lamarr
The Roxanne M. Kaufman Lecture As a teenage actress in 1920s Austria, performing on the stage and in film in light comedies and musicals, Hedy Kiesler, with her exotic beauty, was heralded across Europe by her mentor, Max Reinhardt. However, it was her nude scene, and surprising dramatic ability, in Ecstasy that made her a […]
Great Lives: John Lewis
The Irene and Curry Roberts Lecture For six decades John Robert Lewis (1940–2020) was a towering figure in the struggle for civil rights in the United States. As an activist and progressive congressman, he was renowned for his unshakable integrity, indomitable courage, and determination to get into “good trouble.” John Lewis: In Search of the […]
Puzzlooza!
Dorothy Hart Community Center 408 Canal Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesHow are your puzzle skills? Gather a team (up to 4) of your best puzzlers to race against the clock (and other teams!) to finish a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. Every team will be given the same puzzle and will be able to take it home with them after the event. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and […]
Downtown FXBG Sidewalk Sale
Join us in Downtown Fredericksburg on Saturday, February 22nd and Sunday, February 23rd for the semi-annual Downtown Sidewalk Sale. This is your chance to score savings of 50%-90% at your favorite downtown shops. The Downtown Sidewalk Sale will take place from 10:00am - 5:00pm on both Saturday and Sunday, however individual hours may vary by […]
