This year’s slate of lectures cover Revolution-era figures, jazz musicians, actors, authors and more.
Live, from UMW: Great Lives lectures honor SNL creator, America 250 and more
read more
WATCH: Community invited to weigh in on Slave Auction Block memorial plans
Two in person meetings on January 12th with a virtual meeting next week.
PHOTOS: Knights of Columbus mark 50 years of Religious Freedom Day in Fredericksburg
The Knights of Columbus, Rappahannock Assembly 1613, hosted the 50th annual Religious Freedom Day on Sunday in Fredericksburg, beginning with a parade through downtown before a ceremony at the Religious Freedom Monument on Washington Avenue.
PHOTOS: Pottery with a purpose at LibertyTown
LibertyTown’s Bowl-A-Rama brought local potters together to create and donate handmade bowls in support of Empowerhouse’s Empty Bowl fundraiser benefiting survivors of domestic violence.
PHOTOS: First Day Hikes at Lake Anna State Park in Spotsylvania
Dozens of visitors kicked off the new year with a First Day Hike at Lake Anna State Park, hitting the trails to enjoy fresh air, winter scenery, and a healthy start to 2026.
PHOTOS: Scenes from a year in the region
A look back at 2025–From big moments to quiet ones.
LISTEN: Five years for Idea Space
The Central Rappahannock Regional Library’s Idea Space on Princess Anne Street celebrates an anniversary.
PHOTOS: Shop with a Cop in King George
The King George Sheriff’s Office held its annual Shop with a Sheriff program at the Dahlgren Walmart, partnering deputies and community volunteers with local kids for a holiday shopping event.
PHOTOS: 55th Annual Historic Fredericksburg Candlelight Tour
See inside some of the sites featured on this year’s tour of Colonial Fredericksburg.
PHOTOS: Fredericksburg joins thousands nationwide in Wreaths Across America observance
Wreaths Across America was observed Saturday in Fredericksburg as part of roughly 5,600 ceremonies held nationwide.
LISTEN: Candlelight Tour has a history site focus this weekend
The Historic Fredericksburg Foundation’s 55th Christmas Candlelight Tour returns this weekend–Preservationist Danae Peckler and Board Member Debbie Pederson with a preview.
LISTEN: FAMFaire this Saturday in Market Square
Stacy Combs with the Fredericksburg Area Museum previews the 10-4:30 event.
Sugar plum fairies, nutcrackers and a 44-year-old tradition
Fredericksburg Ballet Centre performs holiday favorite this weekend.
WATCH: RAAI invites all abilities to holiday craft night on Friday
Rappahannock Adult Activities will host an all-abilities Hot Cocoa and Holiday Crafts event Friday from 4:30–6 p.m. at 750 Kings Highway in Stafford.
PHOTOS: City Public Works wows after Christmas Parade!
Making clean up cool again!
PHOTOS: 2025 Spotsylvania Courthouse Luminary
Music from the Goshen Baptist Church Praise Team and the Courtland High School Vocal Ensemble at the Marshall Center.
PHOTOS: Tradition! Rappahannock Rotary’s 40th annivesary Pancake Feast
Rappahannock Rotary’s annual event the day of the Christmas Parade at Fredericksburg Baptist Church.
PHOTOS: Reserved!
Early Saturday morning chairs already along the Christmas parade route in downtown Fredericksburg.
LISTEN: Some things to know before Saturday’s Fredericksburg Christmas parade
Fredericksburg is reminding visitors that parking restrictions, safe viewing areas, and advanced planning are critical for handling Saturday’s Christmas Parade crowds.
PHOTOS: Fredericksburg locks in Christmas Parade setup with route restrictions
Fredericksburg crews have posted No Parking signs downtown, clearing the way for Saturday evening’s Christmas Parade.
Today’s News Sponsored by:
Fredericksburg Free Press Founding Corporate Supporters
