Good morning, Fredericksburg.

Drool in the Pool returns on Saturday, September 6 at Woodlands Pool in Stafford and on Sunday, September 7 at Mark Lenzi Pool in Fredericksburg — both events run from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for $6.

Owners must be 18 or older, show written proof of current rabies vaccination, and bring a donation to help the Stafford County Animal Shelter.

Historic Fredericksburg Foundation is commemorating WWII’s 80th anniversary this weekend with a USO dance on Friday and an open house with a blood drive on Saturday at the former USO building—now the Dorothy Hart Center.

Jack Brown's Tattoo Revival in Fredericksburg is running its longtime Tattoos for Community fundraiser to support local people—an effort that has helped the business grow over the years.

Fredericksburg’s Concert by Canoe series will return tomorrow at Motts Run Reservoir with the Shim Dogs performing live from 6 to 8 p.m. Attendees can rent canoes and pre-order $15 charcuterie boxes with orders due each Tuesday at 9 a.m. as the series runs weekly until September 10.

The University of Mary Washington has been named in the 2026 Fiske Guide to Colleges as one of the nation’s best and most interesting schools—praised for its strong academics, small classes, and active campus life in historic Fredericksburg, and it is one of 11 Virginia universities recognized in the guide.

Virginia housing nonprofits and local residents are watching federal proposals that may cut HUD funding, which supports nearly 200,000 homes—50,000 of those housing voucher users may face new challenges.

Local groups like HOME help residents secure safe homes after issues such as failed inspections, a process that many depend on to live independently.

Road construction and lane closures will impact I‑95, Route 1 and other local roads in Fredericksburg and nearby areas as crews conduct inspections, milling, paving and safety improvements, mostly overnight.

Motorists are advised to plan for detours and expect reduced lanes until specific projects finish on schedule.

8th Annual Cooking Autism Car Show

9 AM – 3 PM — Stafford Regional Airport — Free entry — Celebrate stunning cars while supporting a great cause with food, music, and family-friendly activities.

MCA Grand National Show: Gathering of the Herd 2025

8 AM – 5 PM — Fredericksburg Fairgrounds — Free entry — Witness an exciting celebration of Ford Mustang cars with enthusiasts and families alike.

Concert by Canoe

6-10 p.m. — Motts Run Reservoir — Bring your own boat or rent one — Enjoy floating music at a scenic lake concert while dining on a picnic.

Virginia Cider Festival

11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Fredericksburg Fairgrounds — Free venue parking — Sip and savor a wide variety of ciders from local and national producers while enjoying live music and food trucks.

Bikes & Breakfast Meetup in Fredericksburg

10 AM — Motoworks — Free entry — Gather for coffee, pastries, and motorcycle discussions before heading out for lunch and rides.

Soul Line Dancing with Regina

7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Experience the rhythm and fun of soul line dancing every second and fourth Thursday night.

Go for Bo! 2025

6-8:30 p.m. — Stafford Regional Airport — Registration fee required — Experience a beautiful sunset run on a fast, flat course in the community.

Cannonball Century Cycling Event

7 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Massaponax High School — $69 registration until July 15th — Experience a challenging 100-mile biking adventure through scenic routes.