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Religious Freedom Day Parade & Ceremony

Did you know that Thomas Jefferson drafted the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom right here in Fredericksburg? On Sunday, January 11, the public is encouraged to observe a parade departing from the train station and attend a unique ceremony at the Religious Freedom Monument on Washington Avenue. This event is held in commemoration of Religious Freedom Day and is hosted by the Knights of Columbus Rappahannock Assembly #1613, supported by Fredericksburg Commandery No. 1 Knights Templar and the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Virginia.

Schedule:

  • 12:45 Sir Knights Assemble at Fredericksburg Train Station
  • 1:30 Parade Begins
  • 1:55 Parade arrives at Religious Freedom Monument
  • 2:00 Ceremony Begins
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Event Details

Sunday, January 11, 2026
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Religious Freedom Monument
Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA