Know Before You Go: The Fredericksburg Candlelight Tour 2025
Get ready as the 55th Annual Holiday Candlelight Tour lights up the town! Hosted by the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation, Inc. (HFFI), this beloved tradition lets you step back in time, explore historic homes, and soak up the festive spirit. Here’s everything you need to know before you go!
📅 Dates & Times
- Saturday, December 13, 2025 – 11am to 4pm
- Sunday, December 14, 2025 – 12pm to 4pm
📍 Location
The tour takes place at 18th-century Fredericksburg sites:
- Mary Washington House
- Fielding Lewis Store
- James Monroe Museum
- St. George’s Episcopal Church
- Silversmith’s House
- The Richard Johnston Inn
🏛️ What to Expect
- Each site will be decorated with festive, historically-inspired holiday décor.
- Volunteer guides will share the history and stories behind each property.
🚎 Getting around
- Trolley Tours of Fredericksburg will be making stops around the tour stops and downtown so you can enjoy shopping and eating before or after you tour.
- View the downtown parking map here.
🎟️ Tickets
$40 – General Public
$35 – HFFI Member
Free – Children 12 and under
- Advance Purchase: Tickets can be bought
- online via HFFI’s website
- in-person at the Fredericksburg Visitor Center (601 Caroline Street)
Tickets allow you to visit each sire once during the weekend.
🚶♀️ Tips for a Smooth Visit
- Wear Comfortable Shoes – You’ll be walking through historic streets and homes.
- Plan for Weather – Dress in layers and bring an umbrella just in case!
- Photography – Respect each site’s rules on photography.
- Take the Shuttle – to the sites and also to enjoy downtown.
🎁 Make It a Day in Downtown Fredericksburg
- Dining: Enjoy a meal at one of Fredericksburg’s restaurants.
- Shopping: Pick up unique gifts at local shops and boutiques.
- Holiday Spirit: Stroll the historic district to enjoy the festive window displays and decorations.