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There is so much happening in FXBG, near and a little up the road. The Fredericksburg Film Festival is rolling in next week with 70-plus films, the country's largest indoor slide park just opened a quick drive away, and one of our local favorites took home not one but two Choice Awards. We're also honoring Juneteenth, celebrating a very special 293rd birthday, and pointing you toward a sweet day trip.
Grab your coffee and let's dive in.
Dori
Local Pulse: FXBG Edition
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Lights, Camera, Fredericksburg: The Film Festival Returns
Calling all movie lovers! The Fredericksburg Film Festival is back June 25 through 28, and this year is the biggest yet. The festival will showcase over 70 independent films, along with panels, workshops, and social mixers, with screenings held all over downtown Fredericksburg. It's a wonderful way to discover bold new storytelling, mingle with filmmakers, and experience our historic downtown in a whole new light. Individual tickets are on sale now, or you can grab a VIP pass for access to every screening, happy hour, and panel.
Grab your popcorn and your tickets! See the full schedule and lineup at the Fredericksburg Film Festival. 🎬
The Country's Largest Indoor Slide Park Just Opened Up the Road
Photo: Courtesy of Slick City Action Park
Looking for a way to wear out the kids (and maybe the grown-ups too)? Slick City Action Park just opened at Potomac Mills in Woodbridge, and it's the largest indoor slide park in the country, with more than 70,000 square feet and 16 slides, including fan favorites like Mega Launch and Big Wave, plus mini go-karts and mini golf. It's climate-controlled and open year-round, so rain or shine it's a perfect outing, and there's a dedicated junior zone for the littlest sliders ages 5 and under.
Grab your crew and make a day of it! Tickets start at $29.99, and you can book your visit at slickcity.com. 🛝
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Double the Honors: Collage Spa Wins Best Spa and Best Nail Salon
Congratulations to Collage Spa, your pick for both Best Spa and Best Nail Salon in the FXBG Neighbors' Choice Awards! Two wins in one year is no small feat, and it speaks volumes about how much our community loves this local gem.
Founded by Brian Lam in 2010, Collage Spa has spent 15 years turning self-care into an art form, offering massage, facials, HydraFacials, manicures, pedicures, waxing, and acupuncture all under one roof across three locations. Every treatment is customized to you, which is exactly what's earned their loyal following and now, two well-deserved titles voted on by you, their neighbors.💛
🎁 A Father's Day gift he'll actually use: Father's Day is this weekend, and if you're still searching for the perfect gift, Collage Spa has you covered. Through Father's Day, get a $25 bonus gift card when you buy a $150 gift card. Treat Dad to a massage, facial, acupuncture session, or his favorite spa service, and let him choose the experience that's right for him. Offer valid for a limited time, in store or online.
Visit a location near you:
📍 Fredericksburg: 804 Charles Street | 540-479-6470
📍 Spotsylvania: 10482 Georgetown Drive | 540-300-5401
📍 Culpeper: 254 East Davis Street | 540-317-0424
Treat yourself, you've earned it! Book your personalized spa day at collagespa.com. 💛
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Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth Around Fredericksburg
Juneteenth is tomorrow, Friday, June 19, and our community has some beautiful ways to honor the day.
✊🏾 Stafford County NAACP's 5th Annual Juneteenth Commemoration & Celebration (June 19-20): This free, two-day celebration at Colonial Forge High School (550 Courthouse Road, Stafford) opens Friday with a Tribute in Light & Legacy, then continues Saturday with a parade at 9:30 AM and a full Day of Celebration from 10 AM to 5 PM. Expect live music, guest speakers, cultural performances, historical reenactments, a vendor marketplace, youth activities, a classic vehicle showcase, and soul food vendors like DoveShack's Smoked BBQ.
📖 Juneteenth: Celebrate the Storytellers (June 19): Head to Market Square (909 Princess Anne St) from 12 to 5 PM for this free, family-friendly event hosted by Eunice Haigler. Meet local Black authors, hear from guest speakers, and explore the Fredericksburg Area Museum's Living Legacies exhibition, which highlights stories of emancipation and resilience.
🏛️ Living History at the Fredericksburg Area Museum: The museum is a heart of our community's tributes to Black heritage. Stop in to view artifacts and exhibits celebrating African American contributions to Virginia and the nation.
🎮 Pride x Juneteenth at Reclaim Arcade (June 19): For a different kind of celebration, this gothic-themed arcade event at 2324 Plank Rd features a guest DJ and a full dinner menu.
However you choose to honor it, here's to a meaningful Juneteenth
Move Over, George: It's Betty's Turn to Shine
Everybody knows George, but this weekend belongs to his big sister! Betty Washington Lewis was born on June 20, 1733, and Historic Kenmore is rolling out the birthday cake for her 293rd this Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM. Slip into the 18th century with birthday treats, a proper tea tasting, parlor games Betty herself would have played, and hands-on crafts, all inside the grand home she once called her own. It's history with a party hat on, and the whole family is invited. Don't miss the special Women's History House Tours at 11:45 AM and 1:30 PM.
🎂 House Tour: $15 adults, $9 students, free for kids 5 and under
🎂 Museum Admission (on-site only): $9 adults, $4 students, free for kids 5 and under
Pinkies up, neighbors, let's wish Betty a happy birthday! Grab your tickets at Historic Kenmore. 🎉
Bee There: A Sweet (and Free!) Day Trip Up the Road
Here's one worth the buzz! The 6th Annual Manassas Bee Festival lands this Saturday, June 20, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the historic Liberia House and Grounds, and it's one of the top summer festivals in the Washington, DC metro area. This family-friendly celebration is all about pollinators, native plants, and protecting our buzzy little friends, with a record-breaking crowd last year. Best part? It's always free and no tickets are required. It's a sweet way to spend a Saturday and teach the kids a little something about nature along the way.
Grab the family and bee there! Get all the details at Manassas Bee Festival. 🐝
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What’s Happening In & Around the ‘Burg
Here are some of the top events happening soon. Always check with the venue for the latest details. Got an event coming up? Add it to our calendar.
Friday, June 19
Comedy Crave Live | 7:00PM
Location: Courtyard by Marriott Fredericksburg Historic District
620 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VADescription: Expect big laughs, great food, and a night out that actually delivers.
Rare Form Live | 8:00PM
Location: Stockyards Restaurant & Bar, 407 William St., Fredericksburg, VA
Description: Rare Form brings you the best mix of Country & Rock that keeps you on your feet all night wanting more!
90s Grunge Music Bingo | 6:30PM
Location: Laudenbach Brewing, 45 Centreport Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: Let's dust off those flannels and rock out! We've got a great playlist of 90's grunge waiting for y'all!
Downtown Ghost Tours | 7:30PM
Location: Tales & Tails, 1010 Charles St., Fredericksburg, VA
Description: This is more than a ghost tour—it’s a journey into the real people, tragedies, and mysteries that shaped Fredericksburg.
Saturday, June 20
Comedy and Wine Night | 7:30PM
Location: City Vino, 100 Hanover Street, Maury, Downtown, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: Included are four comics paired with four wines and a light snack.
Taters Corner One Year Anniversary | 10:00AM (through June 21)
Location: Taters Corner, 89 Chatham Heights Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: Enjoy the free gifts, pressed flower craft and complimentary samples and treats.
Dr. Who Trivia Night | 7:00PM
Location: Adventure Brewing Company, 33 Perchwood Dr, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: Grab your sonic screwdriver, hop in the TARDIS, and prepare your brain for a night of wibbly‑wobbly, timey‑wimey trivia greatness.
Peace, Love, and DNA Music Fest | 12:00PM
Location: Strangeways Brewery, 350 Lansdowne Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: There will be food trucks, vendor and information booths, music all afternoon/evening, and of course Strangeways beer!
Sunday, June 21
Father’s Day Celebration | 10:00AM
Location: 6 Bears & A Goat Brewing Company, 1140 International Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: Join us for a full day of great brews, delicious food specials, and all the good vibes.
Dad Bods, Drafts & Seafood Boil | 2:00PM
Location: Strangeways Brewing Fredericksburg, 350 Lansdowne Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: Enjoy live music from Joe Cox, catch the World Cup matches on our TVs, throw some darts, challenge your friends to cornhole on the lawn, and relax with a cold pint in hand.
Father's Day - FREE Axe Throwing | 12:00PM
Location: FXBG Axes, 514 Lansdowne Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: FREE Axe Throwing for Dad's! With purchase of either a child or adult admission, Dad's throw free!
Spotsylvania Farmers Market | 8:00AM
Location: 6975 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania, VA
Description: Shop fresh, local, and producer-only seasonal produce, meats, baked goods, handmade items, and so much more!
