The Nutcracker by Academy of Russian Ballet and Northern Virginia Ballet
Follow Clara through the snowfall and into the Kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy in this traditional Nutcracker with hand-painted European sets and costumes.
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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!
Follow Clara through the snowfall and into the Kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy in this traditional Nutcracker with hand-painted European sets and costumes.
A girls' night out pairing cheeses and wines at City Vino.
The 40th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Exhibit opens November 29 at George Washington's Ferry Farm and is listed daily from 10 am to 4 pm through December.
Class Length: One day, 1:30pm-3pm on Sunday, November 29thClass Description: Join our fun and interactive family-style clay class and dive into the fascinating…
A new homeschool series kicks off with Solar Power, exploring how people and animals use the sun, with later sessions on wind, rain and winter weather.
Join Justine with your toddler on a nature excursion out in Motts Run every Wednesday morning this Fall! Start with a short hike,…
Swap and steal your way to a new book and plant at this Green Eyed Vines and Tales & Tails gift swap.
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).
See Rippon Lodge decked out inside and out and learn how the holidays were celebrated across the centuries.
A special storytime celebrating Hanukkah with stories and songs.
View gingerbread houses made by local pros, hobbyists and families, then vote for your favorites.
The holiday market opens at 4 pm and Santa arrives by train shortly after 6 for the city tree lighting.
School-age kids play a festive round of holiday book bingo after school.
In the heart of Downtown Fredericksburg, woven into the tapestry of one of America’s most historic cities, are eight art galleries and studios,…
Old Town Warrenton lights up Main Street for its evening Christmas parade.
Spotsylvania's hometown Christmas parade returns for its 49th year.
Kids listen to the classic "Sleigh Ride," ring bells, play a mini slapstick, sing and dance.
Enjoy a holiday breakfast and a visit with Santa at the Y.
Bring your preschooler (ages 3-5) out to Motts Run weekly, with monthly field trips to Alum Spring, to explore, play, and embrace the…
Settle in for a Saturday morning showing of the G-rated holiday classic The Muppet Christmas Carol.
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