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A Fantastic Fall in Fredericksburg

Scarecrows and PumpkinsA 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:

  1. 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.
  2. 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:

  1. 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! 
  2. 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!
  3. 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:

  1. 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.
  2. 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!
  3. 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:

  1. Scarecrow Fest – Through the month of October, scarecrows will be taking over the streets of downtown Fredericksburg. Vote for your favorite!
  2. 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.
  3. 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!
  4. 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.