Local Events Calendar

It’s that time of year again to sign up for Friends of the Rappahannock’s Summer Camps! Join us as we engage with the outdoors, learn about river health and ecology, learn river safety, and most importantly, explore and discover the wonders that the river has to offer. We offer camps for rising 1st through 8th graders throughout June and July in two locations: Fredericksburg and Stafford, both offering unique and exciting experiences in the great outdoors. 

In Fredericksburg, camp is hosted at FOR’s headquarters, located right on the Rappahannock River. We are offering six weeks of camp running from June to July. Campers will kayak, paddleboard, and tube on the river while learning about the ecology of our river and its importance in maintaining health through interactive games and activities. We are also love to share that we are again hosting a Girl’s Camp for rising 6th – 8th grade girls who want to build their confidence in the outdoors. This camp will be held June 8th – 11th. The girls will explore the Rappahannock watershed from the mountains to the tidal regions, where they will create lifelong memories and friendships while hiking, kayaking, tubing, paddleboarding, and participating in an optional overnight camping experience under the stars.

At our Stafford Camp location, we offer four weeks of camp in June at Crow’s Nest Research Center right along the beautiful Accokeek Creek. Campers will experience the quiet and pristine wilderness of Crow’s Nest Natural Area Preserve as they hike, fish, kayak, and paddleboard along Accokeek Creek. They will also learn about river safety and how to be good stewards of the land and water as they participate in interactive games and activities in and along the creek.

Visit https://riverfriends.org/education/summer-camp/ for more information and to reserve your spot. Our camps fill up quickly, so snag your spot today! Summer camp with FOR is a one-of-a-kind adventure that creates lasting memories and friendships among our campers. We hope your child will join us for some river fun this summer!

Party Trivia for a Cause is back at Brock’s Riverside Grill

📅 Every Wednesday
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 Brock’s Riverside Grill
503 Sophia Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
🎟 Free to play
🎶 Music in between rounds
💙 Supporting local non profits
🤝 Presented by Pinvero

Pinvero helps people discover local events, charities, music, and community experiences nearby.

Sign up for Pinvero today:
http://golocalfxbg.org/pinvero-sign-up

🏆 $100 Brock’s gift card for 1st place
🎁 Swag giveaways for 2nd and 3rd
🎟 50/50 raffle supporting local non profits

Come hungry. Come ready. Come with that team member who somehow knows every random fact from 1997.

🧠 Party Trivia for a Cause
EVERY TUESDAY | 6–8 PM

📍 BUAFFLO MO’S | 33 WICOMICO DR STAFFORD ( 610 )
🎟️ Free to play
🏆 $50 Mo’s gift card for 1st place
🎁 Swag prizes for 2nd & 3rd
🎟️ 50/50 raffle supporting this week’s featured nonprofit

Join us for a fun Tuesday night of trivia, prizes, food, drinks, and community impact. Each week, we spotlight a local nonprofit and help raise support through the 50/50 raffle.

Amateur Radio Hamfest – indoor vendors and tailgate in the parking lot.  VE Testing Session, Virginia QSO Party Award Ceremony, ARRL Table.

The Lake Anna Business Partnership (LABP) proudly presents the Annual Father’s Day Car Show & Contest, taking place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Pleasants Landing, 349 Pleasant Landing Road, Bumpass, VA 23024.

Whether you’re a dedicated car enthusiast or simply looking for a fun day with family and friends, this popular community event offers something for everyone. Visitors will enjoy an impressive collection of classic cars, vintage automobiles, modern show vehicles, and trucks competing for awards and cash prizes. Attendees can also browse local artisan vendors, enjoy food and beverages from area businesses, and take in the beautiful waterfront setting along Lake Anna.

Admission to the event is free, with a $5 parking fee per vehicle. All proceeds benefit the LABP Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to deserving students from Louisa, Orange, and Spotsylvania Counties pursuing higher education and career training opportunities.

The event is made possible through the generous support of local businesses and community partners, including Title Sponsor Sheehy Toyota of Fredericksburg. Their support helps ensure that more scholarship dollars can be directed toward local students and future community leaders.

Vehicle owners will compete in multiple categories including Classic, Vintage, Modern, Truck, and Fan Favorite, with awards and cash prizes presented throughout the day.

Gather your family, invite your friends, and spend Father’s Day weekend enjoying remarkable vehicles, local businesses, delicious food, and one of the best waterfront venues at Lake Anna—all while helping support educational opportunities for local students.

For more information or to register a vehicle, become a vendor, or learn about sponsorship opportunities, visit:

VisitLakeAnna.org/2026-labp-fathers-day-car-show-contest/

Admission: Free
Parking: $5 per vehicle
Location: Pleasants Landing, Lake Anna
Beneficiary: LABP Scholarship Fund
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Pulled Pork BBQ Fundraiser Dinner followed by
Gospel music by The Virginia Gospel Singers

5:00 Dinner | 6:00 Music

Dinner proceeds benefit Wilderness Baptist Church Children’s Ministry

$10 includes dinner, drink and dessert
(beef hot dogs also available)

We celebrate George every year in February, but let’s not forget about his sister, Betty Washington Lewis. Born on June 20, 1733, we’ll celebrate Betty’s 293rd birthday at her home, Historic Kenmore!

Have some birthday treats and try our teas as you learn about life as a lady in the 18th century. Play games Betty would have enjoyed in life, and try your hand at some crafts. Games, treats, tours, and more!

All tickets include access to birthday festivities.

Women’s History House Tours will take place on this day at 11:45am and 1:30pm. Tickets purchased for these times will be for the Women’s History tour only, not for General House Tours. House Tour tickets include access to Visitor Center Gallery and birthday festivities.

Museum Admission will be purchased on-site, day-of, and only include access to the Visitor Center Gallery and birthday festivities. Museum Admission does NOT include either House Tour. You may upgrade on-site, day-of if there is room.

ADMISSION

House Tour
$15 for Adults
$9 for Students
Free for Children 5 & under

Museum Admission (on-site only)
$9 for Adults
$4 for Students
Free for Children 5 & under

DATE and TIME
Saturday, June 20, 2025, 10am to 2pm

LOCATION
Historic Kenmore
1201 Washington Ave
Fredericksburg, VA 22401

If you have any questions, please call 540-370-0732 or email [email protected].

Welcome to the 2nd annual Kickin’ 4 Kellan 6.20K Family Fun Run, which is an annual event celebrating the life of Kellan Moran, who died from cancer at the young age of 6.  Kellan’s birthday is June 20th, so this is why the run is a 6.20 K, which equates to less than 4 full laps around Pratt Park.  Participants can walk, run, and go whatever distance they can in memory of Kellan.

Kellan loved his family. He had a zest for life and never met a stranger! He smiled often and had a contagious laugh. He enjoyed all things
outdoorsy, but his favorite was being near the water at the pool or beach. He had a huge love for all things swords and a good sword fight, especially with his Pop Pop!  Besides his amazing smile, personality, and fearlessness, you were always greeted with a thumbs up, even on the worst of days during his 13 month battle. His daily strength, bravery, and courage is truly astounding!

We hope you can join us to honor his brief life and celebrate his 11th Birthday, with a bright smile and a thumbs up, just as he always displayed! Runner/walkers of all ages are welcome.  Family fun activities available throughout the event.  All proceeds go to support Fairy Godmother Project, whose mission is to ease the day-to-day burden for families facing all phases of a pediatric cancer diagnosis.

A themed evening Summer program for the entire family in Stafford, VA, and it’s FREE!

June 21–26, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM each evening | 550 Joshua Rd., Stafford VA 22556

What the KIDS (5-11 years) can look forward to:

• Opening Program – VBS songs, memory verse, and call and response. Kids will also watch a skit that introduces the daily theme.
• A delicious freshly prepared and healthy plant-based dinner is served to the kids each evening from 6:30 -7:00 PM.
• Prayer Station – Kids will learn that they can always talk to God through different types of prayer.
• Bible Story Station – Experience interactive Bible stories that bring each day’s Bible story to life.
• Craft Stations and Creative Projects – Kids show their creative side while learning more about the daily theme.
• Game Station – Burn off extra energy while experiencing the Bible story in a new way through indoor and outdoor activities.
• Closing Program – We will wrap up the day with more songs and skits. Kids will review what they learned and have a chance to make a difference by giving to our mission project.
• NO COST – Open to all kids in our local community.
• Register your kid(s) today! It’s Free.

Parents or guardians who choose to remain with their kids can expect an evening filled with inspiration, information, and freshly prepared delicious meals each evening.

Looking for a fun and educational way to engage your animal-loving kids when they are out of school? The Fred SPCA’s Compassionate Care Camp offers a hands-on opportunity for children to learn about animals and become advocates for their well-being in the community. Campers will discover more about dogs and cats, explore animal-related career fields, learn how to provide daily care for pets, and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the work we do at the Fredericksburg SPCA. With engaging discussions and interactive activities covering a wide range of animal welfare topics, this camp is the perfect summer experience for any young animal enthusiast.
Half-Day and Full-Day Camp Sessions Available. 

Shelter Roles Week, June 22-26 – Step behind the scenes to learn about shelter jobs, from animal care to adoptions and community outreach. Campers participate in mock exercises, enrichment projects, and hands-on activities.

Humane Education