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May 2023 Happenings

May 2 Picnic in the Park – Harry Potter DayMemorial Park11:30 am – 1:30 pm Homeschool SkateCavalier Family Skating Center1-4 pmAdmission $5, Quad Skate Rental $3, Inline Skate Rental $4 May 3 Indoor Play ParkDorothy Hart Community Center9:30-11:30 amAges 1.5 – 5$3/child for residents, $4/child for non-resident(discount punch cards available)Pre-register If You Give a PancakeContinue reading “May 2023 Happenings”

James River Park Pipeline Walkway-Richmond

For several years now, I’ve been wanting to visit this location. I’ve never been brave enough to find it on my own. But, when we decided to head to Richmond for one of our spring break day trips, I knew this was my chance. This isn’t the prettiest hike (lots of graffiti), but it isContinue reading “James River Park Pipeline Walkway-Richmond”

April 2023 Happenings

Easter Bunny Photos at the Spotsylvania Towne CentreMarch 18 – April 8, Center CourtMarch 18 – April 2: Mon-Fri, Noon – 7 pmApril 3 – 8: Mon – Fri, 11 am – 8 pmSaturdays: 11 am – 8 pm & Sundays: Noon – 6 pm FREE Easter Bunny Photos at Cabela’s or Bass Pro ShopsAshlandContinue reading “April 2023 Happenings”

Charming Hill Farm-Brandy Station

This farm! Such a great place! We headed to Charming Hill Farm for the goats! And, this farm has a lot of them! They have approximately 40 goats and are expecting 20-30 kids this spring! Sounds like baby goat heaven! We were able to spend time with the first two goats of 2023–born less thanContinue reading “Charming Hill Farm-Brandy Station”

March 2023 Happenings

Leprechaun Scavenger Hunt — March 11 – 19, 2023Loriella Park Walking Trail (Trail entrance is near the tennis court parking lot.)Pick up a worksheet on side porch of office. Find leprechauns along the trail and mark down what they are holding. Return worksheet to be entered into a drawing. Park is open from Dawn toContinue reading “March 2023 Happenings”

Snow Riders – Tubing in Harpers Ferry, WV

We haven’t had much snow this year, but we sure had a great time tubing at Snow Riders in Harpers Ferry. It’s the newest snow tubing spot on the east coast and boasts that it is the LONGEST sledding hill on the east coast. Snow tubing wasn’t supposed to be opening here till Saturday, FebruaryContinue reading “Snow Riders – Tubing in Harpers Ferry, WV”

February 2023 Happenings

All Month Our Hearts Sparkle for These Veterans50 downtown Fredericksburg business will highlight local veteransVisit their store windows from Feb. 4-26Maps of participating business will be at the FXBG Visitor Center Indoor Play Park – Dorothy Hart Community Center – Fredericksburg Wednesdays from Feb. 1 – May 319:30-11:30 am$3/child for resident, $4/child for non-resident, punchContinue reading “February 2023 Happenings”

January 2023 Happenings

It’s time to jump into the NEW YEAR! Check out the January happenings in the Fredericksburg/Spotsylvania/Stafford and surrounding areas. Make sure to check back regularly as new events are being added. Ongoing: Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens — Free Admission — Jan. 9-15, 2023 Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens — 1/2 price Admission — Jan. 16-28, 2023Continue reading “January 2023 Happenings”

🎅 Where to See Santa in Fredericksburg and Beyond: Photos, Breakfasts & More (2025 Guide)

Find the best Photos with Santa sessions, Breakfast with Santa events, and holiday meet-and-greets happening around Fredericksburg and nearby areas — perfect for families and holiday fun on a budget! We’ve listed Santas in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Stafford, Culpeper, and King George, as well as in Ashland, Caroline County, Fauquier County, Hanover County, Orange County, PrinceContinue reading “🎅 Where to See Santa in Fredericksburg and Beyond: Photos, Breakfasts & More (2025 Guide)”