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www.FredericksburgParent.NET 19 2026 february out & about FRI 6 FXBG First Friday Visit Downtown Fredericksburg on the first Friday of each month and celebrate all of downtown's art and community. WHEN: 5 - 9 pm WHERE: Downtown Fredericksburg COST: FREE! SAT 7 Winter Market Shop from local farmers, bakers, and artisans on display. WHEN: 10 am - 2 pm WHERE: Dorothy Hart Community Center, F'burg COST: FREE! Snowball Fight Melee This winter, let the little ones embark on a journey of cotton snowy fun with a Snowball Fight Melee. WHEN: 2 - 4 pm WHERE: FredNats Virginia Credit Union Stadium, F'burg COST: $4/person. Pre-registration required SAT 7 AND SUN 8 FXBG KidFest 2026 Join the fun at FXBG KidFest 2026, featuring entertainment and activities designed just for kids. WHEN: Sat: 10 am - 5pm, Sun: 10 am - 3 pm WHERE: Fredericksburg Convention Center, F'burg COST: Adults $9, Children Ages 4 - 12 $6, Children 3 and Under FREE! For more information on all of these events visit: www.fredericksburgparent.net/events WED 11 Giggle + Grow: Valentine's Day! Enjoy themed crafts, activities and fun geared for toddlers and preschool aged children! WHEN: 10 - 11:30 am WHERE: Lee Hill Community Center, F'burg COST: $10/child SAT 14 I Love Dino Day Get ready for a dino-mite adventure! Toddlers will become paleontologists for the day, hear an exciting story about dinosaurs, create fos- sil crafts, and dig up real-looking bones in this thrilling, hands-on event. WHEN: 9 am - 12 pm WHERE: Dorothy Hart Community Center, F'burg COST: $5/$7 City Residents/Non-City Residents Who Loves You? All About Owls Owls are amazing creatures! Join the team from Earthquest as you discover all about their adaptations, dig into some owl pellets and meet a few of these winged animals. WHEN: 5 - 6:30 pm WHERE: Motts Run Reservoir, F'burg COST: $20/person or $50/family FRI 13, SAT 14 AND SUN 15 FXBG Spring Home Show Connect with top local experts, explore inspi- ration for indoor and outdoor projects, and enjoy exclusive deals, giveaways, and promo- tions while bringing their home vision to life. WHEN: Fri: 1 - 6 pm; Sat: 9 am - 5 pm; Sun 10 am - 3 pm WHERE: F'burg Convention Center, F'burg COST: FREE! TUE 17 In Person Preschool Playdate: Hearts and Hero Tails This free, in-person preschool playdate at the museum celebrates Valentine's Day, friendship, and the bravery of the U.S. Marines through music, storytime, and playful learning activities. WHEN: 10 am - 12 pm WHERE: National Museum of the Marine Corps, F'burg COST: FREE! THU 19, FRI 20 AND SAT 21 Preschool Palette Preschool Palette nurtures your child's creative spirit through engaging books, colorful garden walks, and open-ended art exploration. WHEN: 10 - 11 am WHERE: Gari Melcher's Home and Studio, Falmouth COST: $12/child and adult pair SAT 21 18th Century Games: A VA250 Program Try your hand at popular board and card games from the 1700s. This program is part of VA250, a movement marking the nation's 250th anniversary and Virginia's Revolutionary spirit. WHEN: 2 - 4 pm WHERE: CRRL - Towne Centre Branch, F'burg COST: FREE!