Visit art galleries and explore shops from 5pm to 9pm on the first Friday of the month! Adults aged 21+ can purchase a beer, wine or cocktail at a participating restaurant and enjoy it while strolling Downtown.
Local artists and crafters share their creativity with the community on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 9am – 1pm at Hurkamp Park, hosted by the Fredericksburg Farmers Market.
Grab Coffee at Agora, Original Grinds, or Hyperion Espresso, visit Riverby Books, thrift and antique shops, or enjoy a sweet treat from Blue Cow Ice Cream Co.
Learn about Fredericksburg at the Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM). Learn about George Washington and his family at Ferry Farm, Historic Kenmore, the Mary Washington House, Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop, or the Rising Sun Tavern. Alternatively, visit the historic Fredericksburg Rail Station, now home to The Alpine Chef restaurant.
At Alum Spring, Riverside, or the Old Mill Park, enjoy scenic walking paths and views of the Rappahannock.
This fall, the Riverside Riverside Center for the Performing Arts will be performing the Sound of Music Thursday through Sunday.
Get into the spirit of Virginia bourbon through a tour and tasting at the A. Smith Bowman Distillery.
American artist Gari Melchers lived just 10 minutes from Fredericksburg. His 27-acre estate features the historic home, art studio and galleries, tours, gardens, historic buildings and several miles of walking trails.
Attend the 2025 Fall Fiber Festival and Montpelier Sheep Dog Trials at James Madison's Montpelier (10am and 4pm). This event is approximately 1 hour west of Fredericksburg. Enjoy the celebration of traditional fiber techniques and the opportunity to spectate the Montpelier Sheep Dog Trials, which run throughout the day!
The Virginia State Fair will include fair food, artisans and craftsmen, livestock competitions and a petting zoo, and local musicians and performers. It is approximately 1 hour south from Fredericksburg and is open from 10am to 9pm.
Charlottesville is where Jonathan and Erin met and fell in love. It is approximately 1.5 hours west of Fredericksburg and would make for a wonderful addition to the weekend! Visit wineries, devour apple cider donuts, walk the downtown mall, tour UVA or Monticello, and hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains.