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Sparking Freedom Tour

Fredericksburg Area Museum 907 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

The Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM), in partnership with Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania County Battlefields National Military Park and Discover Stafford, is pleased to announce a new trolley tour Sparking Freedom: Enslaved Resistance in Fredericksburg and Stafford, Virginia. Led by Dr. Gaila Sims, Curator of African American History and Special Projects. Sparking Freedom will incorporate stops at […]

Everything, Everywhere, All at Once

Fredericksburg Baptist Church 1019 Princess Anne St, , Fredericksburg, VA, United States

The Chamber Chorale of Fredericksburg season ends with “Everything, Everywhere, All at Once” on April 13. This concert will feature music from around the world including some favorite movie themes. The concert will take place at Fredericksburg Baptist Church on Princess Anne Street and will be offered twice, at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets are $15 […]

$5 – $15

STEP VA presents Seussical Jr.

Courtland High School 6701 Smith Station Rd, Spotsylvania

The Cat in the Hat and all his friends will be treading the boards of the Courtland High School stage in April and tickets are on sale now. STEP VA Inc., the local 501(c)3 nonprofit that “empowers people with disabilities, and their families, through creative expression and sensory exploration,” is bringing Seussical Jr. to the […]

$15

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community Day

Historic Kenmore 1201 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Participants can tour Historic Kenmore interpreted by Abbie Castillo (using American Sign Language). Before or after the tour, participants are encouraged to explore the grounds, garden, and Visitor Center galleries. Tour times are 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Reservations are encouraged as space is limited. Historic Kenmore admission fee applies.

$12

Arbor Day Celebration

Central Rappahannock Regional Library 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, United States

The Fredericksburg Area Council of Garden Clubs and the City of Fredericksburg invite the public to attend the annual Arbor Day celebration to be held on Wednesday, April 17, on the steps of the Fredericksburg Downtown Library, 1201 Caroline Street. The ceremony will begin at 10:00 a.m. and speakers will include Mayor Kerry Devine, Bicknell […]

The Big Draft

The Sky Bar 324 William St, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Wear your favorite sports team’s jersey and join us at Sky Bar (rooftop of Castiglia's) for The Big Draft, benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Fredericksburg. Coinciding with the NFL draft, this event aims to recruit new mentors while raising funds for youth mentoring. Engage in lively conversations about mentorship with our esteemed guest bartenders, […]

2nd Annual Run for Valor!

Valor Ranch 15360 James Madison Pkwy,, King George, VA, United States

Come join us to support a great cause and enjoy some fresh air and exercise at a beautiful farm in King George, Va.  This 120 acre farm is home to Valor Ranch a local 501(c)(3) organization that specializes in recreational therapy for military members that have sustained injuries in the service of this country. 100% […]

Spring Yard Sale

Ebenezer United Methodist Church 161 Embrey Mill Road, Stafford

The United Methodist Men of Ebenezer Church host their annual Spring Yard Sale on Saturday, April 20 from 7:00 AM-12:00 PM at 161 Embrey Mill Road in Stafford. This event takes place rain or shine in the church gym. Donate used items on Friday, April 19 from 6:00-8:00 PM. For more information, please visit ebenezerumc.org/yard-sale […]

Earth Day on the Rappahannock

Old Mill Park 2201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Fredericksburg’s Annual Earth Day Festival on the Rappahannock April 20, 2024 at Old Mill Park This event will be filled with fun, family activities to celebrate Earth Day. Participate in virtual events leading up to the festival and then come to Old Mill Park on Saturday, April 20 for the annual festival. This FREE festival […]

Community Block Party

Regester Chapel United Methodist Church 85 Bells Hill Road, Stafford VA

Free food, games, petting zoo, Stafford County K9 demonstration, fire trucks, model train exhibit, face painting, lots of fun for the family.

Free

An Evening in Song

Chancellor High School 6300 Harrison Rd, Fredericksburg

The Blue Ridge Chorale of Culpeper, Orange Community Chorus, Rappahannock Choral Society, and the Spotsylvanians Chorus present a joint concert. After each chorus performs individually, the four groups will join together for several numbers. Join us for this exciting extravaganza!

Free

Heppe 15k Race

Rivefront Park 713 Sophia Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Place 713 Sophia Street Fredericksburg, VA US 22401 Description Heppe Chiropractic is proud to offer the only 15K race in Fredericksburg with a beautiful course that runs along the Rappahannock River and through the historic streets of downtown Fredericksburg and along the Heritage Trail and Canal Path.  The course starts and ends at Riverfront Park […]

Spring Walk in Historic Orange, VA

Orange County Visitor Center 122 E. Main Street, Orange, VA, United States

Join the Fredericksburg Walking Club for a spring walk through Historic Orange, VA! Walk at your own pace along a 3-mile or 6-mile route, starting anytime between 9:30AM and 1PM (finishing by 3PM), or join us for our Group Walk at 10:30AM. $3 to Walk ($1 extra for AVA/IVV credit, if desired). Dating back to […]

$3

Backyard Composting 101

Porter Library 2001 Parkway Blvd, Stafford

Composting 101: How to put kitchen and yard waste to work in your garden  backyard composting is a key step toward improving soil quality. Come learn how to make “black gold” from our Master Gardner Jonathan Stevens.

Free

Homeschool Investigators: Journey with Lafayette

Fredericksburg Area Museum 907 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Journey with Lafayette (April 24th, 10am -11:30am): How did someone travel cross country two hundred years ago? In this program, families will be traveling with the Marquis de Lafayette on his grand tour. Students will investigate historic transportation including designing and testing their own boats. Be warned, the journey is not always a smooth one. […]

$8

Mini Compost-A-Thon

Hurkamp Park 500 William St., Fredericksburg

The Mini Compost-a-Thon is an excellent opportunity to learn about composting and receive a free compost bin! The R-Board is organizing six Mini Compost-a-Thon events in 2024. You can visit any of these events to get a free countertop food scrap bin, learn about composting, and register to receive a free compost bin. Each event […]

Free

Food for All 5K

Fredericksburg Food Co-op 320 Emancipation Hwy, Fredericksburg, VIRGINIA

Send hunger running on April 27th 9-11 AM!

$39

Mother’s Day Shopping Market

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

You do not want to miss this event more then 100 vendors to get mom that perfect Mother's Day gift. We will also be having food trucks, moon bounce, spinning wheels, area where your kids can make mom a homemade card, face painting. You can even challenge mom to game of cornhole. This is going […]

Patawomeck Craft Fair

Welcome to the April Spring Craft Fair hosted at the Patawomeck Tribal Center! Step into a vibrant celebration of culture, craftsmanship and community spirit. The Living Village will be open for exploration, offering a fascinating glimpse into the daily life and customs of the Patawomeck people.