90 Days of Summer Fun
Looking for fun activities for your family this summer? Then don’t miss our “90 Days of Summer.”
Every day from June to August and beyond we highlight a different activity for your family. Find out great places to swim, fun museums to visit, interesting hikes and outdoor adventures, family-friendly attractions and other ways to enjoy a summer day. Some activities will be right in the 540 and others might be a bit farther afield. But all can be done in a day. Check back here daily for a new adventure for the kids and we hope you won’t hear the words “I’m bored” all summer long!
August 3 - Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair
When: July 29 - August 4
Where: Fredericksburg Fairgrounds, 2400 Airport Avenue, Fredericksburg,
VA
Cost: General admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children (ages 6-12),
and free for children under 6. Ride tickets and wristbands are sold separately.
Tickets: Buy Tickets Here
Featured Exhibit: Daily livestock shows and the "Best in Show"
agricultural competition.
Description: Celebrating its 286th year, the Fredericksburg Agricultural
Fair is a week-long event filled with fun for the entire family. Enjoy carnival
rides, livestock shows, delicious fair food, and live entertainment. There are
also contests and exhibits showcasing the best of local agriculture and crafts.
It's a perfect outing for kids and adults alike, with something for everyone.
August 2 - Fredericksburg First Friday – Back to School: Teacher Edition
When: Friday, August 2, 5 pm – 9 pm
Where: Downtown Fredericksburg
Cost: Free admission
Description: Clearly our favorite subject was recess - come Sip 'n
Stroll in Downtown Fredericksburg but with a Back-to-School twist. For the
second year, we will be celebrating teachers as they head back into the
classroom for the upcoming school year.
With specials, in-store events, and teacher themed cocktails; just show your valid teacher ID at participating shops and restaurants.
August 1 - Staunton, VA Shakespeare Playhouse
When: July 29 - August 4, various showtimes
Where: American Shakespeare Center, 10 S Market St, Staunton, VA
Cost: Ticket prices range from $20 to $50 depending on seat selection
and showtime.
Tickets: Buy Tickets
Here
Featured Play: "A Midsummer Night's Dream" - A magical and
family-friendly Shakespearean comedy.
Description: Take a day trip to Staunton, VA, and experience the magic
of live theater at the American Shakespeare Center. Known for its authentic
Shakespearean performances, the playhouse offers a unique theatrical experience
for the entire family. Enjoy classic plays in a setting designed to replicate
the original Blackfriars Playhouse in London. Check their schedule for
family-friendly performances and showtimes.
July 30 - Paddleboarding and Kayaking on the Rappahannock River
When: July 29 - August 4, various times
Where: Old Mill Park, 2410 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA
Cost: Equipment rental prices vary; typically $20-$40 per hour
Description: Beat the summer heat with a paddleboarding or kayaking
adventure on the Rappahannock River. Rent equipment from local outfitters or
bring your own for a day of fun on the water. Old Mill Park provides easy
access to the river, with plenty of picnic spots and trails to explore
afterward. It’s a great way to enjoy the natural beauty of the area while
staying active.
July 29 -White Oak Area Museum
When: July 29 - August 4, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: 985 White Oak Rd, Falmouth, VA
Cost: Free admission
Featured Exhibit: "Civil War in White Oak" featuring artifacts
and stories from the local area.
Description: Discover the rich history of Stafford County at the White
Oak Area Museum. The museum features exhibits on local history, including
artifacts from the Civil War and colonial times. It’s an educational and
engaging experience for families, offering a glimpse into the area's past and
the people who shaped it.
July 22--Summer Fun: Family Getaway to Langley Museum
Just up I95 from Fredericksburg is an exhibit that will thrill the hearts of aviation buffs young and old.
Everyone knows that the Wright Brothers were “First in Flight.” Well, yes and no.
Flight enthusiasts - both those with and without a pilot’s license - will want to travel to the Stafford Regional Airport to learn about the man who beat the Wright Brothers to the skies.
His name was Samuel Langley, and, on May 6, 1896, he achieved “the world's first successful flight of an unpiloted, engine driven, heavier than-air craft of substantial size.”
So momentous was the day that even Alexander Graham Bell was there for the event, which occurred in Stafford County. Bell wasn’t the only person there that day - so were photographers who documented the flight.
Now, you can experience the event and learn more about it thanks to the efforts of the Langley Flight Foundation, which has opened the Langley Aerodrome Experience to teach others about Stafford’s prominent place in aviation history.
The most interesting sight is the replica of the aerodrome that hangs from the ceiling. The original is at the Smithsonian, but the Langley Flight Foundation measured it to create an exact replica.
Stafford airport is just north of Fredericksburg off I95 at mile marker 136, making it an easy morning or afternoon trip for the family. School age kids will both enjoy the exhibits, as well as find some fun things to do. There are interactive kiosks, as well as a video which reconstructs the flight in real time. Your kids will find the experience amazing.
The Langley Flight Foundation exists thanks to the research and dedication of Phil Hornung. It is supported with generous gifts from Silver Companies, Discover Stafford, Bob and Amy Stanford, Tour Stafford Virginia, EDA Stafford, and Stafford County.
July 21--Summer Fun: Burnside Farms Pick Your Own Sunflowers Festival
Come and enjoy an evening on the farm as the strong gold of the afternoon sun fades into a beautiful blend of colors when the sun sets on a sea of sunflowers.
Sunflower Sunsets is our most beloved summertime event happening every evening 4pm-dusk (weather permitting) during the Summer of Sunflowers.
Pack a picnic and lay your picnic blanket right out in the field or picnic in our picnic area. Our dairy barn courtyard and activity area are also open during Sunflower Sunsets.
2024 DATES: JULY 20TH THROUGH AUGUST 4TH. THE SEASON MAY BE EXTENDED TO AUGUST 11TH IF CROP CONDITIONS PERMIT CLOSER TO AUGUST 4TH.
DAYS/TIMES:
SUNFLOWER SUNSETS EVERY NIGHT 4 PM-DUSK
MORNINGS THURSDAY-MONDAY 8 AM-NOON
EARLY-BIRD SATURDAY & SUNDAY 6 AM-8 AM
LOCATION: BURNSIDE FARMS - 11008 KETTLE RUN RD. NOKESVILLE, VA 20181
Seventy acres of sunflowers just 40 miles west of DC!
We plant over 30 varieties of "cutting" sunflowers and several varieties of oil sunflowers on more than 70 acres in successive crops to ensure at least four weeks of blooming flowers.
We also plant beautiful sunflower mazes! We will have three sunflower mazes for 2024. Each maze blooms for approximately ten days. We should have at least one maze in bloom each week of our summer season this year! Check our Facebook or Instagram page during the summer season for more information on our sunflower mazes.
Our trademark Sunflower Sunsets - evenings in the sunflower fields are not to be missed!
July 11-Summer Fun. The National Museum of the Marine Corps is the historical museum of the United States Marine Corps. Located in Triangle, Virginia near MCB Quantico, the museum opened on November 10, 2006, and is now one of the top tourist attractions in the state, drawing over 500,000 people annually. http://usmcmuseum.com
July 8 Summer Fun Carter Mountain OrchardJuly 8--Summer Fun. Check out Carter Mountain Orchard in Charlottesville, VA (www.chilesfamilyorchards.com) in Charlottesville, VA. The orchard is a popular destination in the fall for apple picking, but there is plenty of fun to be had in the summer too. Families can pick their own peaches during the summer months. Carter Mountain also has live music and food trucks at sunset on Thursday evenings through September, as well as children's education programs on Monday and Tuesday mornings that include storytime and a craft. Charlottesville is also home to Monticello (www.monticello.org) and the children's museum Virginia Discovery Museum (www..vadm.org)
July 7 Midsummer Market a local family fun event July 7 Summer Fun:---Check out the Midsummer Market, a local single day event at Hexes and Healing in Fredericksburg Va. (https://www.facebook.com/events/s/midsummer-market/461109899821355/?mibextid=9VsGKo&rdid=KZK4DPzw0mx...) This event will Feature a live Mermaid, food trucks, more than 20 local vendors and so much more.
July 6 Summer Party with Ally July 6-- Summer Party Check out Possumbilities gift shop In Downtown Fredericksburg VA, This Gift shop is popular for both tourists and locals alike. Possumbilities offers wildlife and nature-related gift items, local artwork and we have lots of super cool events. Every Thursday - Monday one of the Awesome Possumz Ambassadors will be at the store! The store is called "Possumbilities" and it's located at 211 William Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Can't wait to see you there!(https://www.facebook.com/p/Possum-bilities-in-the-Burg2-100078107563253/) possumbilities is also linked to https://www.awesomepossumz.com
Family Getaway Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens July 5---Family Getaway. Check out the Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens in Richmond VA. (https://www.lewisginter.org). It took almost 60 years for the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden to go from endowment to reality— but it was worth the wait.An easy 50-minute drive down I95 from Fredericksburg, this botanical garden offers something for everyone — especially parents and children.The children’s garden features common plants found in Virginia, food and herb plants, and a more-than-100-year-old Mulberry tree that provides both an abundance of shade and a cool spot to enjoy ice cream from the nearby concession center. For more summer fun ideas check out Day Trippin below.
July 2 Family fun adventure day at Go Ape Adventure park -- July 2 Family fun Adventrue. Check out Go Ape Zipline and adventrue park in Springfield VA, (https://www.goape.com/location/virginia-springfield/) Go Ape is a popular outdoor Adventure park that Is a thrill seakers dream. this park boasts a variety of treetop ziplining experiences for all ages, as well as axe throwing and an outdoor escape room attraction called Forest EscAPE. Go Ape! is located within Freedom Park.
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