Family events in Fredericksburg, VA

This monthly main pinball tournament welcomes players of all ages and experience levels. Entry costs $5, plus an arcade pass that is free for members and $10 for nonmembers. Cash awards go to the top three finishers. Qualifying features six rounds of group match play, and the top 16 move on to a group elimination with one game per round across three rounds.

Downtown Sounds returns to Historic Market Square with a new season of live music. Formerly known as Sounds of Summer, this long-running community concert series has brought people together for over a decade. This year spotlights Fredericksburg’s local music scene, with hometown bands performing throughout the season. Guests can bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the music and community spirit in an outdoor setting.

A gentle twilight stroll through the fields and forest of the Belman Road Campus, led by Janet Douberly, invites participants to experience the woods at an unhurried pace. The route covers roughly a mile and includes time to notice local plants and wildlife and to pause for quiet moments. Bring a flashlight or headlamp and wear sturdy boots. This free walk requires advance registration. Street parking is available and there are no restrooms on site.

A weekly standard format Pokémon Trading Card Game tournament typically runs on Fridays, except in weeks with an MTG prerelease or a Pokémon Challenge. Entry is $10 and the event uses three rounds. Players who finish X-1-0 receive $10 credit. Undefeated players split the remaining prize pool. If no one is undefeated, the pool is shared by the highest ranked players who have the same win, loss, and tie record. When supplies permit, each participant also receives one Series prize pack.

The FXBG Fall Fairy and Dragon Festival returns to Mattaponi Winery, carrying forward a cherished tradition that has now settled into a permanent home. Enjoy a day of nature-inspired magic with whimsical fairies, majestic dragons, engaging activities, and fun for all ages. Tickets will be available soon, with early bird prices at $15 for adults and $10 for children, increasing later to $20 for adults and $12 for children. Vendor opportunities are available through the festival’s application process.

This dog-friendly picnic features agility and obedience demonstrations along with lighthearted contests. Attendees may bring their pups to take part in friendly challenges for playful titles like Best Trick, Longest Tail, Furthest Back Up, and Fastest Treat Eater, with the final list of competitions still to be determined. Smoked pork BBQ will be provided, and participants are encouraged to bring a side dish to share. RSVP and ticket information is available from the organizers.

A casual cruise-in organized by 610 cruisers, presented as part of an ongoing series of relaxed meet-ups. It offers a friendly setting to connect with others and enjoy the easygoing atmosphere this group is known for.

Troop 21 brings back its fourth annual auto show fundraiser at Classic Iron. Vehicle owners interested in showing a car can register by emailing the address listed on the flyer, and sponsors are welcome to help offset costs, contribute door prizes and trophies, and support a successful show. Funds raised help reduce out-of-pocket expenses for families so troop members can enjoy memorable Scouting experiences. The troop operates on about $12,000 each year, covering monthly outings, summer camp costs of roughly $7,500 to send 16 youth for a week, equipment maintenance and replacement, administrative supplies for recognition ceremonies, and other essentials needed to run the program. Organizers look forward to seeing returning favorites along with new entries at this year’s show.

A casual weekly Pokémon Trading Card Game event held each Sunday, designed for newer players and anyone learning the game. The format is Standard Constructed, with four rounds decided by a single game. Entry is $12, and every participant receives two Pokémon booster packs along with a Series Prize pack.