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July2026

  • Tue28Jul
    Voting & CivicJul 28 · 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

    Clean and Green's Sustainability Committee Meetings

    Fredericksburg, VA 22401 · Description:, The Sustainability Subcommittee focuses on the sustainability award and energy efficiency in Fredericksburg. · via City of Fredericksburg

August2026

  • Sat1Aug
    CommunityAug 1 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    Growing Native Gardens at Home with the Central Rappahannock Chapter of the VA Native Plant Society

    Fredericksburg, VA 22401 · Description:, This will be our final native plant garden tour of 2026 and it will be a totally new experience. We'll be visiting farm land in the west side of Stafford County, the address will be provided after you RSVP for the tour., We'll meet for the tour on Saturday, August 1st from 10am - noon. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. · via City of Fredericksburg

  • Mon3Aug
    Voting & CivicAug 3 · 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

    Clean and Green Commission Meetings

    715 Princess Anne Street · Fredericksburg, VA 22401, Description:, The City of Fredericksburg's Clean and Green Commission meetings are open to the public. The purpose of this Commission is to ensure effective planning and maintenance of landscape elements and amenities, and to encourage a clean and aesthetically pleasing environment in our City. The commission will serve the general welfare of the citizens and visitors of the City of Fredericksburg. · via City of Fredericksburg

  • Sat8Aug
    CommunityFreeAug 8 · 6 PM – 9 PM

    Second Saturday Art Walk

    Downtown galleries · Caroline St

    Galleries and shops stay open late with new shows, live demos, and music spilling onto the sidewalk.

September2026

  • Sat26Sep
    FestivalsFreeSep 26 · 10 AM – 5 PM

    Fredericksburg Multicultural Fair

    Old Mill Park · Caroline St

    A day of food, dance, and music from cultures across the region — one of the Burg’s biggest gatherings.

October2026

  • Sat10Oct
    Craft ShowsOct 10–11 · 10 AM – 5 PM

    Autumn Artisan Market

    Fredericksburg Expo Center · 2371 Carl D. Silver Pkwy

    Two-day juried craft show with fall makers, seasonal goods, and holiday gift shopping.

  • Sat17Oct
    FestivalsFreeOct 17–18 · 10 AM – 5 PM

    Via Colori Street Painting Festival

    Downtown streets · Caroline St

    Chalk artists transform the pavement into a gallery — music, food, and family activities all weekend.

November2026

  • Tue3Nov
    Voting & CivicFreeNov 3 · 6 AM – 7 PM

    General Election — Polls Open

    Your assigned precinct

    Statewide general election. Find your polling place and check what’s on the ballot before you go.

  • Sat21Nov
    Craft ShowsNov 21 · 9 AM – 3 PM

    Holiday Craft Bazaar

    Fredericksburg Expo Center · 2371 Carl D. Silver Pkwy

    Kick off the gift season with local handmade goods, baked treats, and one-of-a-kind finds.

December2026

  • Sat5Dec
    FestivalsFreeDec 5 · 5:30 PM

    Fredericksburg Christmas Parade

    Downtown · Caroline St

    Floats, marching bands, and Santa light up Caroline Street to open the holidays.