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www.FredericksburgParent.NET 21 2026 2026 2026 september out & about FRI 4 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! FRI 4, 11, 18, 25 Downtown Sounds Previously known as Sounds of Summer, FAM Downtown Sounds is a concert series showcasing regional musicians in historic Market Square. WHEN: 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Market Square, F'burg COST: FREE! SAT 5 & 26 Art in the Park Local artists and crafters can showcase their creativity every 1st and 4th Saturday, along- side the Farmers Market. WHEN: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. WHERE: Hurkamp Park, F'burg COST: FREE! SUN 6 Wilderness Fall Festival Enjoy moon bounces, hay rides, games, ven- dors, food trucks, and more. Day and activity passes are available for all the fun! WHEN: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Wilderness Presidential Resort, Spotsylvania COST: FREE! For more information on all of these events visit: www.fredericksburgparent.net/events TUE 8 In Person Preschool Playdate: Floating Fun Through hands-on activities, storytelling, and play, children will learn how sailors traveled across the water and why ships were impor- tant during this time in history. WHEN: 10 - 11 a.m.. WHERE: National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle COST: FREE! FRI 11 Soggy Doggy Swim Bring your dogs for some fun in the water and sun! WHEN: 3 - 8 p.m. WHERE: Doris E Buffett Pool, F'burg COST: $5/dog SAT 12 Kids Story Time Every Second Saturday of the month we offer a free Story Time for Kids. Our staff or a local author will read a story while children listen and follow along. This event is perfect for kids up to age 8, although all are welcome! WHEN: 10 - 11 a.m. WHERE: Tales & Tails, F'burg COST: FREE! SAT 19 Fredericksburg VegFest Learn how people played in the 1700s with classic indoor and outdoor games. Explore the Washington House and grounds at your own pace while discov- ering fun, hands-on history. WHEN: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. WHERE: Riverfront Park, F'burg COST: $34+ SAT 26 FXBG Fall Fairy & Dragon Festival Set in the heart of Fredericksburg, this enchanting festival celebrates the whim- sical world of fairies and dragons with a variety of activities for all ages. WHEN: 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. WHERE: Mattaponi Winery, Spotsylvania COST: Early Bird Adults $15, Children $10 SUN 27 Day of Play This exciting event will feature a variety of engaging activities designed to bring out the joy and energy in everyone. WHEN: 11 am - 4 pm WHERE: FredNats Stadium, F'burg COST: $8/person, $10/person at the gate