Santa Photos at Spotsylvania Towne Centre
Santa settles into Center Court for photos all season long, from November 7 through Christmas Eve.
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Fredericksburg Moms Event Calendar
Looking for fun things to do in Fredericksburg, VA with kids? Our event calendar is your guide for family-friendly events, local activities, and community happenings in Fredericksburg, Stafford, and Spotsylvania. From festivals and outdoor concerts to library storytimes and weekend events, there’s always something happening. Check back often because we’re constantly updating with new local events for families!
Events for December 5, 2026
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A Christmas Carol: The Musical at Riverside Center
The musical version of the Dickens classic, with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, follows Ebenezer Scrooge and the three ghosts who visit him on Christmas Eve.
Letters to Santa in Historic Occoquan
Kids can drop a letter to Santa in a North Pole Express mailbox at Occoquan Town Hall or Hitchcock Paper Co.
49th Annual Spotsylvania Christmas Parade
Spotsylvania's hometown Christmas parade returns for its 49th year.
Free
Ongoing
CHRISTMAS MINI SESSIONS
Christmas Mini Sessions are happening November 8th! Limited spots are available, so grab yours while you can! Price: $125 📍 1008 Prince Edward…
$125.00
Holiday Craft Show at the Fredericksburg Convention Center
Shop hundreds of vendors for handmade holiday gifts over three days (Fri and Sat 9 am to 5 pm, Sun 10 am to 4 pm).
Musical Mornings: Sleigh Ride at Culpeper County Library
Kids listen to the classic "Sleigh Ride," ring bells, play a mini slapstick, sing and dance.
Breakfast with Santa at the Ron Rosner YMCA
Enjoy a holiday breakfast and a visit with Santa at the Y.
$12
Wild Sprouts Nature Club for Preschoolers
Motts Run Reservoir Recreation Area 6600 River Rd, Fredericksburg +1 moreBring your preschooler (ages 3-5) out to Motts Run weekly, with monthly field trips to Alum Spring, to explore, play, and embrace the…
Holiday Movie: The Muppet Christmas Carol at the Fredericksburg Library
Settle in for a Saturday morning showing of the G-rated holiday classic The Muppet Christmas Carol.
Free
80th Greater Manassas Christmas Parade
The 80th annual parade, themed "80 Years. Still Sleighin'," brings marching bands, floats and giant balloons through Historic Downtown Manassas.
Free
FXBG Winter Wine Festival
Join us for the WINTER WINE FESTIVAL featuring the perfect blend of wine tastings, local vendors, and winter vibes! INDOOR EVENT!Saturday, December 5,…
Christmastide- Celebrate a Colonial Christmas at Stratford Hall
There's no better time to visit Stratford Hall than during Christmastide. New this year, we're excited to welcome Mr. & Mrs. Claus from…
Free – $140
Occoquan Holiday Artisan Market with Santa’s Boat Arrival
Santa arrives by boat at the Town Dock around 10:30 am Saturday, then poses for free photos in Market Square.
Free
Holiday Market with Santa and Baby Goats at Old Bust Head
A weekend holiday market (Dec 5 and 6, noon to 5) with Santa photos from 1 to 3 pm both days.
Winter Nature Crafts at Ben Lomond
Make wreaths, collages, natural dye art and more at craft stations stocked with materials gathered from the park.
Fredericksburg Christmas Parade
A Fredericksburg holiday tradition! Saturday, December 5th starting at 5:30pm in Downtown Fredericksburg. This year's theme is "A Timeless Christmas." Event information and…
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