Holiday Open House at the Rising Sun Tavern
Step into an 18th-century Christmas at the historic tavern, decorated for the season, with live period music by Colonial Faire and seasonal refreshments.
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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!
SPONSOREDSaturday, December 19 · 9 AM to 11 AMThe Santa Social: A Family Christmas Brunch with Santa (Morning Seating)The Venue at Memorable Moments · 10829 Patriot Hwy, FredericksburgBrunch, storytime, ornament decorating, letters to Santa and time with Santa for photos on your own phone.Get ticketsFrom $25
SPONSOREDSaturday, December 19 · 11:30 AM to 1:30 PMThe Santa Social: A Family Christmas Brunch with Santa (Afternoon Seating)The Venue at Memorable Moments · 10829 Patriot Hwy, FredericksburgBrunch, storytime, ornament decorating, letters to Santa and time with Santa for photos on your own phone.Get ticketsFrom $25Step into an 18th-century Christmas at the historic tavern, decorated for the season, with live period music by Colonial Faire and seasonal refreshments.
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.
Pull on your loudest holiday sweater and roll around the rink to music at this festive city skate night.
Spotsylvania's hometown Christmas parade returns for its 49th year.
Make a fresh evergreen wreath with pine, berries and pods, guided by the growers at Wollam Gardens.
Kids board the museum's historic caboose for holiday music, cocoa in a personalized mug, a train ornament craft and a gift to take home.
This holiday 5K has a twist: every finisher picks a wrapped mystery gift at the finish line.
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…
Kids decorate cookies, hear holiday stories, try STEM activities and play in a Whoville wonderland.
Browse handcrafted gifts, books, jewelry, wreaths, crochet pieces and children's clothing at this county holiday market.
Settle in for a Saturday morning showing of the G-rated holiday classic The Muppet Christmas Carol.
The 80th annual parade, themed "80 Years. Still Sleighin'," brings marching bands, floats and giant balloons through Historic Downtown Manassas.
A free family holiday day with science activities, face painting, balloon animals and photos with Santa.
Classic holiday shorts play on the museum's giant screen, including Mickey's Christmas Carol, Casper's First Christmas and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
Santa stops by the museum for free photos, kids' activities and festive fun from 11 AM to 3 PM, so arrive on time since he can't stay late.
Visit Santa for photos (bring your own camera), taste cookies and let the kids shop Santa's Secret Shop with $2 tickets.
Join us for the WINTER WINE FESTIVAL featuring the perfect blend of wine tastings, local vendors, and winter vibes! INDOOR EVENT!Saturday, December 5,…
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