October Homeschool Overview at Widewater State Park
Homeschool families of every grade level get October's spooky nature lessons rolled into one hour: snake secrets, bone-yard puzzles, and bat myth-busting.
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!
Homeschool families of every grade level get October's spooky nature lessons rolled into one hour: snake secrets, bone-yard puzzles, and bat myth-busting.
Stafford Parks and Recreation's big fall party at Pratt Park features the Great Pumpkin Derby, hayrides, a petting zoo and pony rides, mechanical bull rides, craft vendors, food trucks, and live music.
Taste your way through chili and cornbread entries while supporting aging veterans through Hero's Bridge.
Head out on a spider hunt with the naturalists at Motts Run and learn why these eight-legged neighbors are actually helpful.
Beginners are welcome at this intro to bow and arrow basics with Fredericksburg Parks and Rec.
Frey's Farm hosts an all-ages anime and pop culture festival every Saturday in October, starting with Anime Opening Day on October 3 from 2 to 6 pm.
The Commonwealth's biggest college rivalry comes to the FredNats' ballpark for a fall exhibition game with first pitch at 4 pm.
Bring blankets and chairs, spread out on the berm, and let the kids watch the horses race up and down the field under the lights.
Spotsylvania Parks and Rec lights up Patriot Park for a glow-in-the-dark fun run with a quarter-mile dash for ages 5 and under and a Meteor Mile for ages 5 to 13, followed by a dance party on the amphitheater stage.
Homecoming Spray Tan Special – Sunless Radiance Get ready for Homecoming with a custom spray tan from Sunless Radiance in Spotsylvania! For a…
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…
Join Go Local FXBG Tuesday nights in October at Buffalo Mo’s in Stafford from 6-8PM for trivia, prizes, food, drinks, and giving back!…
Teens can laugh their way through a so-bad-it's-good movie with snacks provided by the library's Teen Council.
Join Justine with your toddler on a nature excursion out in Motts Run every Wednesday morning this Fall! Start with a short hike,…
A second date for the park's Spooky Species homeschool series, uncovering the truth behind nature's creepier creatures.
The Spotsylvania County Fair returns October 8 through 11 with midway rides, classic fair food, games, live entertainment, and the Miss Spotsy Fair pageant.
Kids learn traditional craft techniques by building old-fashioned pioneer toys with Fredericksburg Parks and Rec.
The Snow Branch screens the Halloween classic Hocus Pocus (PG) for families on a Thursday evening.
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Halloween-themed bingo near the food court with prizes for the whole family.