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Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania

Special Events

 
 

Upcoming Special Events

While we occasionally host events in the winter, most park events are planned for the spring, summer, and fall.

Civil War Book Group

First Wednesdays of the month
6 pm - 7 pm

Fredericksburg Library Branch (1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg, VA 22401)
Visit the Civil War Book Group page for this month's title!

Labor Day Weekend Living History Event
Saturday 8/30, Monday 9/01

10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fredericksburg Visitor Center

Visit the Sunken Road as park staff and volunteers wear authentic clothing and equipment to demonstrate the appearance of soldiers at Fredericksburg in 1862. Interact with the historical interpreters to learn more about the experience of those who lived during the Civil War.
 

Annual and Recurring Special Events

  • A ranger speaks to people on a lawn outside a historic house.
    History at Sunset

    History at Sunset is an annual summer series that focuses on areas rarely visited or stories rarely told.

  • Luminaries surrounding rows and rows of soldier graves decorated with small flags at night
    National Cemetery Luminaria

    The National Cemetery Illumination takes place every year during Memorial Day Weekend.

  • A selection of Civil War themed books.
    Civil War Book Group

    In partnership with the Central Rappahannock Regional Library, the Civil War Book Group meets once a month.

 

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See the Calendar for a full listing of park events and programs.

If you are interested in hosting your own event, refer to the Permits & Reservations page for guidance.

Check out the Fredericksburg community event calendar for events happening in the region.

Last updated: August 17, 2025

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Mailing Address:

120 Chatham Ln
Fredericksburg, VA 22405

Phone:

540 693-3200

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