Good morning, Fredericksburg.

The FXBG Rubber Ducky Derby will take place Saturday at noon as 2,000 ducks race along the Rappahannock River from Riverfront Park to City Dock — organizers offer duck adoptions for $5 to aid local park improvements.

UMW's Center for Historic Preservation named Emily Lieb's book Road to Nowhere as the 2026 prize winner — the book tells the history of halted highway plans and its impact on a local Black neighborhood, and Lieb is set to present her lecture in the fall.

AAA (the auto club) reported Monday that 2.13 million Virginians will travel for the July 4 holiday, surpassing pre-pandemic levels as more residents plan long trips across the region.

Mary Washington Healthcare performed its first open brain aneurysm surgery, expanding advanced care for local patients + the breakthrough increases treatment options in the region.

Chris Ryan Band Live

6-11:30 p.m. — The Social FXBG — Cost not specified — Celebrate Fourth of July weekend with the Chris Ryan Band's debut performance.

Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

9 p.m. — Fredericksburg Convention Center — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a stunning firework display over Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Mini Mornings at the Museum: River Exploration

10:00 – 11:30 AM — George Washington's Ferry Farm — Free entry — Discover the wonders of gardening with story time and hands-on planting activities for young children.

Fredericksburg Comic Con

Full day shopping and fun — 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Fredericksburg Convention Center — General admission — Celebrate the world of comics with vendors and artists of all ages.

PLT 3rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament

8 AM - 4 PM — Fredericksburg Country Club — $125 singles, $250 doubles, $500 foursomes — Swing for a cause and enjoy a day of golf benefiting veterans and their families.

Mother and Son Afternoon Tea

2-4 p.m. — Central Rappahannock Regional Library Fredericksburg Branch — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy afternoon with tea and treats while creating new memories with your son.