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Labor Day weekend kicks off this Friday, September 4 and runs through Monday, September 7, so we built you a full guide before it gets here, covering all five of our communities. There's also a Southern Virginia winemaker coming to Cork & Table, and the FredNats are closing out their season with one last homestand.
Let's get into it.
Dori
Local Pulse: FXBG Edition
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🌅 A Long Weekend You've Earned
The kids are back in school, the fall calendar is filling up, and you could use a breather. Good news: Labor Day weekend runs Friday, September 4 through Monday, September 7. Four days to catch your breath and enjoy the last stretch of warm weather before fall takes over.
So we built you a plan. Our Labor Day Weekend Guide covers all five of our communities, Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, Caroline, and King George, with real events, farmers markets, and things to do in every corner of the region.
A few ways to spend it:
Kick things off at First Friday downtown on the 4th, with shops open late and music on Caroline Street.
Shop local Saturday morning. It is farmers market day in communities, from Hurkamp Park to Bowling Green to King George.
Squeeze in one more day on the water at Lake Anna, Widewater, or along the Rappahannock.
Spot bald eagles at Caledon State Park, or chase roller coasters down at Kings Dominion.
Fire up the grill and grab a new bite from one of the spots in our food scene guide.
And do not get caught off guard: we have the Monday closures, trash pickup delays, and holiday hours rounded up too.
However you spend it, make it a good one. You have earned the long weekend.
A Southern Virginia Winemaker Is Coming to Cork & Table for One Night Only
Cork & Table in historic downtown Fredericksburg is hosting an exclusive autumn wine dinner on Wednesday, October 7 at 6:30 pm, with Justin Rose, head winemaker of Rosemont Winery in LaCrosse, Virginia, as the guest of honor. Rose will walk guests through a curated lineup of Rosemont's estate wines while sharing the story behind Southern Virginia's terroir and the winery's sustainable growing practices.
Cork & Table's kitchen has built a multi-course menu around the wines, using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients to match everything from crisp whites to bold estate reds. Chef/Owner Jim Fallon said the goal is a dinner where every dish elevates the glass next to it.
Seating is limited to keep the evening intimate, and reservations are required.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 6:30 pm
909 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg
$145 per person, plus tax and gratuity
Multi-course dinner with estate wine pairings from Rosemont Winery
Reserve your seat at corkandtable.com.
Last Call: The FredNats' Final Homestand of the Season Is Here
The Fredericksburg Nationals wrap up their 2026 season with one last homestand at Virginia Credit Union Stadium, Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6, closing out the Carolina League regular season on home turf.
Saturday brings a Crayola and Cancer Awareness Night, with a postgame jersey auction benefiting Mary Washington Healthcare. Sunday sends the season off with a Diamond the Bat Dog bobblehead giveaway for the first 1,000 fans through the gates, presented by Off-Leash K9 Dog Training.
Tickets start around $13 for summer field-level seats, with $2 seats available on Tuesdays throughout the season.
Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6, 2026
Virginia Credit Union Stadium
Saturday: Crayola & Cancer Awareness Night, postgame jersey auction
Sunday: Diamond the Bat Dog bobblehead giveaway (first 1,000 fans)
Grab tickets before the season's out at milb.com/fredericksburg.
Watch Jaws on a Boat Every Friday and Saturday in September
Sunset Cruises of Stafford is turning movie night into a night on the water, screening Jaws aboard the boat every Friday and Saturday in September, 9 to 11 pm, departing from Aquia Harbour Marina. Each cruise holds up to six guests, with popcorn, candy, and sodas included, just bring your own chair for the ride.
Every Friday and Saturday in September, 9 to 11 pm
Aquia Harbour Marina
Up to 6 guests per cruise
Popcorn, candy, and sodas provided
Book your spot at sunsetcruisesofstafford.com.
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FXBG’s Got It
Highlighting a few things worth knowing around town:
This Isn't Just a Gala. It's a Movement Starting Right Here.
Embers & Evermore, the inaugural gala for Ars Moriendi Services, comes to 718 on Caroline Street on September 12, with live music, a grazing table from Burg Charcuterie, wine and beer, and a silent auction stacked with prizes like a Kalahari Resort stay. Every ticket funds end-of-life education, grief support, and the region's first social model hospice house. Tickets at givebutter.com/c/Embers-and-Evermore.
Curated FXBG Is Turning One
Curated FXBG celebrates its first birthday with a ribbon cutting on Friday, September 4 at 4 pm, with cupcakes from Beth's Mad Batter Baker. It's the start of a full birthday weekend of giveaways and fun at 817 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg. Follow Curated FXBG on Facebook for the full lineup.
House Hunch FXBG
Can you guess the price of this real estate listing in Stafford County based on just one photo? Here’s a hint: 7 bd, 6 ba, around 9,000 sqft. on around 24 acres.
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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.
Wednesday, September 2
The Tuff Stuff Class | 6:00PM
Location: Green Eyed Vines, 720 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg
Description: Join us for “The Tuff Stuff” and learn about how to care for the “Less than Easy” plants such as Orchids, Alocasias and Anthuriums.
Muttflix and Chill | 6:00PM
Location: The Barking Barley, 1515 Olde William Street, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: We'll play a different movie for you to enjoy while drinking delicious local beers, eating the best hot dogs in Fredericksburg.
Concerts by Canoe | 6:00PM
Location: Motts Run Reservoir, 6600 River Rd, Fredericksburg
Description: Pack a picnic dinner to enjoy while floating and listening to a band on the pier.
Thursday, September 3
Off-Campus Trivia Night | 6:45PM
Location: Strangeways Brewing, 350 Lansdowne Rd., Fredericksburg
Description: Test your knowledge of one of the most beloved sports romance series around.
Location: Luca Bees Baby Boutique, 1109 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg
Description: A chill night filled with great vibes, shopping, and lots of laughs.
Friday, September 4
Sprinkle Embroidery Cake & Sip | 6:00PM
Location: Tater's Corner, 89 Chatham Heights Rd, Fredericksburg
Description: Sip and stay a while as you sprinkle "embroider" your own mini-cake!
Jim O'Ferrell | 7:00PM
Location: Adventure Brewing Company, 4 Hazel Park Ln, Fredericksburg
Description: Listen to Jim perform some of his most popular original songs with a mix of familiar covers.
