Local Events Calendar

Give your children the opportunity to connect with animals and become advocates for animal welfare this summer at the Fred SPCA Compassionate Care Camp! Designed for ages 6-13, our camp introduces kids to animal care, career fields, and the work we do at the Fredericksburg SPCA. From learning about dogs and cats to exploring foster and adoption practices, there’s something for every young animal lover. All camp proceeds support our life-saving mission.

Week-long sessions run Monday-Friday with half-day (9 AM-12 PM) or full-day (9 AM-4 PM) options, discounted rates and financial assistance may be available.
Spring Break Camp (March 24-28) and Summer Camp (June-August) feature specialized weeks, including Sensory Friendly Week tailored for campers who thrive in quieter, soothing environments. Learn more and register today to make a difference for animals and your child’s summer experience!

Students gain technical expertise in building and understanding advanced technologies, laying a foundation for future careers in STEM, cybersecurity, and engineering. The camps also emphasize teamwork, communication, and digital literacy, promoting cyber awareness and responsible technology use.

Each camp offers week-long, immersive experiences aimed at teaching kids technical skills, creativity, and problem-solving, running Monday through Friday, through the months of June to August. The Cyber Titans summer program includes camps such as Build Your Own Gaming PC and Build and Your Own 3D Printer.

Summer Camp Registration is NOW OPEN!

Give your kiddos an unforgettable summer exploring the Rappahannock & Robinson River!

• Riverside Preserve (Marshall)| June 9th – June 27th
• Float on Farms (Madison) | July 7th – July 25th
• HQ Summer Camp (Fredericksburg) | June 2nd – August 1st
• Crow’s Nest Research Center (Stafford) | June 2nd – June 27th

Spots are limited—register now before they fill up! *Please note that dates vary based on grade level, camp focus, and half day or full day options.

A powerful musical that portrays a suburban mother’s struggle with bipolar disorder and its impact on her family. A mental health lecture series precedes the performance each Thursday at 6:30 p.m.

Ticket Information:

• Dinner and Show Tickets:
  • Adult: $82 (plus applicable taxes)
  • Seniors (65+): $77 (plus applicable taxes)
  • Children (3-17): $70 (plus applicable taxes)
  • Military Discount (limit 4 tickets with ID): $77 (plus applicable taxes)
• Show Only Tickets:
  • Adult: $65
  • Seniors (65+): $60
  • Children (3-17): $55
  • RUSH (same day purchase, limited availability, must mention RUSH): $35

Please note that there is a $5.00 online processing fee added per ticket.

Join us for History Trivia Night…featuring Celebrity Quizmaster James Monroe, fifth President of the United States! Questions on a wide range of historical topics. Cash bar on site. Light snacks provided. Email us at [email protected] to reserve your spot!

Every Thursday before the production of Next to Normal, a guest speaker will lead the audience in a conversation.

Join us in commemorating the Fourth of July at the historic home of the only two brothers who signed the Declaration of Independence. On Friday, July 4th, immerse yourself in live colonial music by Ampersand from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., along with colonial games, family-friendly activities, lawn games, creative crafts with The Arts Center of Montross, as well as face painting. Visitors are welcome and encouraged to bring snacks, blankets and lawn chairs for picnics throughout the historic property.

Plus, take advantage of a 10% discount throughout our Gift Shop* and 20% off on all Americana décor and apparel. *Certain exclusions may apply.

Be sure to stop by “Da Mini Hut” concession tent to snack on funnel cakes and fried Oreos, or grab a refreshing Hawaiian shaved ice–Da Hula Hut’s famous treat.

Extend the commemoration into a rejuvenating retreat with a 20% discount on accommodation at the Cheek and Astor Guest Houses, as well as our charming one, two, or three-bedroom log cabins from July 1st to 5th.

Pre-registration is not required. Tickets available at the Gate the day of the event.

Admission:
$4.00 for ages 6+ (House and Grounds)
Free for children 5 & under
Free for Friends of Stratford and Blue Star Families

Get tickets ahead of time on our SimpleTix page!

We are proud to partner with NNK250 for this event.

Celebrate Independence Day, by George, at Washington’s boyhood home! Tour the Washington House, take a selfie with George Washington, learn about archaeology at Ferry Farm, watch a patriotic flag retirement ceremony, visit food trucks, interact with historic reenactors, hear festive music, view living history demonstrations, make crafts, play games, and much more for the whole family.

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m. – Flag Retirement Ceremony

Just $1.00 per person ages 3 and up. Purchase tickets on-site; no advance ticket sales.

Free shuttle parking will be at the Eagles Lodge on Cool Springs Road and Patawomeck Museum & Cultural Center. Shuttles will run between the Eagles parking lot, Ferry Farm, Patawomeck, and Fourth in Fredericksburg events. Handicap accessible parking-only available on-site at Ferry Farm. Parking details.

Questions? Email [email protected] or call 540-370-0732.

North Stafford High School senior George Tunaya will swim a 5K at his community pool to raise awareness and money for the Wounded Warrior Project.

https://communityfundraising.woundedwarriorproject.org/campaign/NorthStafford5K

I’m fundraising for Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) to make a difference in the lives of America’s injured veterans and their families. 

To honor our Veterans who have brought home visible and invisible scars, I challenge myself to a two hour swim. Each lap represents the harsh, long struggle that our soldiers endured on and off the battlefield. I want to bring awareness to this seldom discussed topic in the hopes of raising money for the Wounded Warrior Project.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at [email protected]. Thank you for your support!