Good morning, Fredericksburg.

Leashes of Valor will graduate five veterans and pair them with trained service dogs during a ceremony on Saturday at noon at their Spotsylvania headquarters on Old Plank Road+ the event is free and open to the public.

The dogs have spent weeks living with foster families to build a strong bond.

Micah Ecumenical Ministries’ Jeremiah Community project in Fredericksburg received a $1.25 million grant to build 50 multi-family units on 31 acres behind Bragg Hill Family Life Center and Sunshine Ballpark—while a rezoning application was submitted in Stafford for a 140-acre data center campus and ILM Corporation welcomed its third-generation leadership as it nears its 50th anniversary.

Over 400 high school and college students took part in Workforce Now Mock Interview Day organized by the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce Workforce Now on November 5, where they practiced interview skills with local business leaders and received personalized resume reviews to boost their professional readiness.

The University of Mary Washington hosted the sixth annual Network for Undergraduate Research in Virginia Conference on Saturday, Nov 1 at its Hurley Convergence Center where over 100 students presented more than 80 projects from across the Commonwealth.

Junior Mohammad Ali Hassan shared his work using mice to test chemotherapy against triple-negative breast cancer—one of several studies that showcased a range of research from environmental effects to computational methods.

FredNats Salute to Veterans 5K and Bravo Mile

All day — Virginia Credit Union Stadium — Registration required — Celebrate and honor veterans with a fun run event supporting the local community.

The Big Show!

7-10 p.m. — REIGN the Venue — Free entry — Experience live performances from the hottest local artists in Fredericksburg's music scene.

Pictures with Santa 2025

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Fredericksburg Visitor Center — $5 per family/group — Capture magical moments with Santa and enjoy cookies and hot cocoa in this festive annual event.

Soul Line Dancing Evening with Regina

7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free — Enjoy a lively evening of soul line dancing with Regina in Fredericksburg's vibrant atmosphere.

Pictures with Santa

10 AM – 3 PM — Fredericksburg Visitor Center — $5 per family/group — Capture magical moments with Santa and enjoy cookies and hot cocoa.

Fredericksburg Holiday Craft Show

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Fredericksburg Convention Center — Tickets available online and at the door — Explore over 325 vendors offering unique gifts and festive crafts.

Winter Wine Festival

11 AM – 4 PM — Fredericksburg Fairgrounds — General Admission includes unlimited samples — Experience amazing Virginia wines in a heated indoor setting with local vendors and festive vibes.