2025 Holiday Markets & Festivals Around Fredericksburg
Oct 20, 2025 02:13PM ● By Laura Carter
2025 Holiday Markets & Festivals Around Fredericksburg
Where the magic of the season comes to life!
The holiday season in and around Fredericksburg is one of the most enchanting times of the year. Twinkling lights, cozy markets, and festive music fill the air as families and friends gather to celebrate traditions both old and new. From charming open houses and bustling craft shows to wine tastings and Christmas parades, there’s something magical for everyone this winter!
Here’s your guide to the can’t-miss holiday markets and festivals for 2025:
November 15 - 16, 2025
Holiday Open House Weekend
Enjoy festive shopping, holiday music, cheerful restaurants, and visits with Santa. Don't miss the annual Window Wonderland Contest, solve riddles, admire creative displays, and vote for your favorite.
When: All Day
Where: Downtown Fredericksburg
November 16, 2025
Grassroots Holiday Market
Enjoy festive shopping experience featuring over 350 vendors offering unique gifts, holiday décor, and handcrafted goods along with a wide variety of crafts, enjoy live music, and holiday activities.When: Noon - 5 pm
Where: Hurkamp Park - 500 William Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
December 5, 2025
Fredericksburg Holiday Craft Show
Enjoy a festive shopping experience featuring over 350 vendors offering traditional crafts, holiday treats, and unique gifts. Enjoy live music and festive cheer for the whole family.
When: 9 am - 5 pm
Where: Fredericksburg Convention Center - 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
December 6, 2025
Fredericksburg Holiday Craft Show
Enjoy a festive shopping experience featuring over 350 vendors offering traditional crafts, holiday treats, and unique gifts. Enjoy live music and festive cheer for the whole family.
When: 9 am - 5 pm
Where: Fredericksburg Convention Center - 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Louisa Christmas Festival and Parade
Celebrate the Magic of the season at the Louisa Christmas Festival and Parade, where downtown transforms into a storybook Christmas filled with festive floats, local vendors, and family fun.
When: 10:30 am - 6 pm
Where: Courthouse Square - 100 W Main Street, Louisa, VA 23093
Winter Wine Festival
Escape the cold and warm up with award-winning Virginia wines at Fredericksburg's Premier Holiday wine event.
When: 11 am - 4 pm
Where: Fredericksburg Fairgrounds - 2400 Airport Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA 22407
Annual Santa’s Wonderland and Winter Festival Parade
A dazzling Christmas wonderland with lights, festive trees, hot chocolate, cookie decorating, holiday crafts, and vendors. Cozy up by the fire or write letters to Santa and capture memories with Mr. and Mrs. Claus. The parade begins at noon starting at Colonial Beach High School.
When: noon - 4pm
Where: Town Hill - Washington Avenue, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
Main Street After Dark
Light up the night at Main Street After dark, A festive late-night shopping event following the downtown Christmas parade. Enjoy holiday cheer and extended shopping hours.
When: 7 pm-10 pm
Where: Downtown Fredericksburg
December 7, 2025
Fredericksburg Holiday Craft Show
Enjoy a festive shopping experience featuring over 350 vendors offering traditional crafts, holiday treats, and unique gifts. Enjoy live music and festive cheer for the whole family.
When: 10 am - 4 pm
Where: Fredericksburg Convention Center - 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
December 12, 2025
Jingle Mingle
Enjoy festive fun, a delicious dinner buffet, life music and so much more.
When: 6 pm - 11 pm
Where: Fredericksburg Convention Center - 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
December 13, 2025
Winter Kids Market
Children ages 8-15 will sell their homemade items where shoppers can discover baked goods and handmade crafts from the talented kinds in the Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Stafford, and King George Areas.
When: 9 am - 1 pm
Where: Dorothy Hart Community Center - 408 Canal Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
FAMFaire 2025
Experience the magic of the season with local vendors offering traditional gifts, holiday treats. Unique gifts, live music and festive fun for the whole family.
When: 10 am - 4:30 pm
Where: Market Square - 907 Princess Anne St. , Fredericksburg , VA 22401
Kris Kringle Market
Celebrate the season at Backporch’s German- inspired holiday market, featuring handcrafted gifts, festive creations, and cozy holiday charm form talented local artisans.
When: noon - 4pm
Where: Backporch Vineyard - 16595 Wilmont Road, King George, VA 22485
December 14, 2025
Grassroots Holiday Market
Enjoy
festive shopping experience featuring over 350 vendors offering unique
gifts, holiday décor, and handcrafted goods along with a wide variety of
crafts, enjoy live music, and holiday activities.When: Noon - 5 pm
Where: Hurkamp Park - 500 William Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Whether you’re sipping wine, browsing handcrafted gifts, or watching Santa wave from a parade float, Fredericksburg and its surrounding towns know how to make the season bright. Mark your calendars, bundle up, and get ready to experience the magic, music, and merriment that make the holidays in Virginia unforgettable!