A fall in Fredericksburg is the best type of fall. This season of autumn, Fredericksburg is stepping up to the fall ball plate with a number of exciting events. Here are some wonderful, seasonal options for enjoying fall in Fredericksburg:
Farm Fun:
- Fall Festival Weekends at Braehead Farm – Every weekend throughout October, from 9am-6pm, Braehead Farm will host its Fall Festival. Swing by this homey, lovely farm for a wonderful autumn experience.
- Fall Harvest Festival at Belvedere Plantation – One of the many festivals this fall can be enjoyed at Belvedere Plantation. Visit on weekends (Thursday-Sunday) from September 14th-November 2nd.
Adult Sips:
- Oktoberfests – A handful of exciting Oktoberfests will take place in the heart of Fredericksburg this season, including celebrations at Alpine Chef, Red Dragon Brewery, and Fredtoberfest. It’s time to practice your German!
- Virginia Cider Festival – The hard cider sensation is alive and well in Virginia, and Fredericksburg is no exception. The Virginia Cider Festival will be at Fredericksburg Fairgrounds, from 11:00am – 4:00pm on September 7th. Bring your friends and enjoy the taste of Virginia!
- Sip & Shop – From September 6-7, enjoy the local artists, shops, crafters, and designers at the Fredericksburg Convention Center. Compliment your shopping spree with samples of delicious wines!
All-Around Fun:
- Art Attack – On Saturday, September 21st from 10am – 4pm, stroll the streets of downtown Fredericksburg and immerse yourselves in all forms of artistic expression. Art Attack FXBG is a grassroots event where local artists can share their creative endeavors publicly, displaying and working on their art all throughout the sidewalks of downtown Fredericksburg.
- Riverfest – Riverfest returns on September 21st from 3-7pm and is the perfect way to celebrate the environment of our beloved city with a crab feast, BBQ, entertainment, raffles, and more!
- Fall Arts & Craft Festival – Visit the Fredericksburg Convention Center on October 12th-13th to find local jewelry, art, and decorations that bring the spirit of fall into your home.
Halloween Fun:
- Scarecrow Fest – Through the month of October, scarecrows will be taking over the streets of downtown Fredericksburg. Vote for your favorite!
- Costume Stroll & Treats on the Street – Grab your costume and stroll the streets of downtown Fredericksburg for delicious sweets on October 26th. Meet at the VRE Lot (Caroline and Frederick Streets at 9:15am) for the Costume Stroll at 9:30 am. Walking, stroller, or wagons only. No motorized vehicles, floats, pets or bikes. From 10:00am to 12:00pm on October 26th, participating businesses will be handing out treats; you can find which businesses are participating by balloons outside.
- Halloween at the FXBG Farmers Market – Bring the family over to Hurkamp Park on Saturday, October 26th to celebrate the spooky season with games, crafts, trick-or-treating, and more!
- Fredericksburg Hauntings Ghost Tours – Explore the undead history of Fredericksburg with a 90-minute guided walking ghost tour of downtown.
Find out about many more Fredericksburg fall events.