Nanotechnology Day at George Mason University
George Mason University Science and Technology Campus, Life Sciences and Engineering Building 10930 George Mason Circle, Manassas
Free
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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!
Week of Events
Monday, October 12, 2026
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October 12, 2026 -Nanotechnology Day at George Mason University
Nanotechnology Day at George Mason University
Explore the science of the ultra small with hands-on activities, interactive demos, and short talks from researchers.
Free
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, October 15, 2026
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October 15, 2026 -Homeschool Nature Class: Nature Sound Lab
Homeschool Nature Class: Nature Sound Lab
Homeschool families explore the sounds of the forest and lake with the naturalists at Motts Run.
$8
Friday, October 16, 2026
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October 16, 2026 -Fabulous Friday: Animal Rescue
Fabulous Friday: Animal Rescue
Games and activities about animal rescue with help from local animal control and sanctuaries.
Free
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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October 17, 2026 -Parent-Child Class: Forged Marshmallow Roasting Stick
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October 17, 2026 -Hands-on Gardening Workshop for Children
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October 17, 2026 -Finding Fall Wagon Ride at Caledon
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October 17, 2026 -Salubria Oktoberfest and History Faire
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October 17, 2026 -Reach the Roots Farm Tour at Kinloch Farm
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October 17, 2026 -Shrek the Musical: Theatre for Young Audiences
Parent-Child Class: Forged Marshmallow Roasting Stick
Parents and kids team up at War Horse Forge to forge a marshmallow roasting stick for the fire pit or fireplace.
$28.52
Hands-on Gardening Workshop for Children
Extension Master Gardeners help kids plant and tend vegetables, herbs, and flowers in the library garden.
Free
Finding Fall Wagon Ride at Caledon
Ride a wagon through the woods with a ranger looking for signs of fall, migrating wildlife, and changing leaves, then take a short hike to the cliffs above the river.
$5 – $20
Salubria Oktoberfest and History Faire
The Germanna Foundation opens historic Salubria for living history demonstrations, colonial dancing, and period games, crafts, and archaeology activities for kids.
Free
Reach the Roots Farm Tour at Kinloch Farm
Hop on a hayride tour of Kinloch Farm, meet the animals, and visit learning stations about regenerative farming.
Shrek the Musical: Theatre for Young Audiences
Riverside Center's Children's Theatre programming brings Shrek the Musical to the stage! Dress up in your Halloween costume* and join the fairytale creatures…
$28
Sunday, October 18, 2026
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October 18, 2026 -Downtown Culpeper History Walking Tour
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October 18, 2026 -Playing with Fire: Campfire Skills
Downtown Culpeper History Walking Tour
Take a 75-minute guided walk through downtown Culpeper and hear how this small town became a crossroads of American history, from early settlement through the Revolution and Civil War.
$25
Playing with Fire: Campfire Skills
Kids and grown-ups practice fire safety and different fire-starting techniques by building their own mini campfires with a ranger.
Free with park parking fee
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