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Top 10 Things to do in May

in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania and Stafford, VA

By Jenny Sites May 6, 2021

The grass is green, the puddles ready for jumping, and spring is fully in bloom! There are so many to honor this month, from teachers and mothers to those who died while serving in the U.S. military. Here are 10 special family-friendly holidays and events you and your kids will want to mark in May:


National Foster Care Month

May marks the month when we recognize families making a meaningful difference in the lives of the more than 440,000 children in foster care throughout the United States. Find out more about the important work of fostering children. May 1-31


National Bike Month

Did you know that 40 percent of all trips in the U.S. are less than two miles? That means we should all get on our bicycles more! Commit with your kids to ride your bikes as much as possible throughout May. And don't forget Bike to School Day on May 5! May 1-31



Charity Golf Classic

20th annual Charity Golf Classic offers a day of fun with golfing at Lee's Hill Golf Club, a silent auction, and lunch where the raffle winners will be announced.

Concert Series

Spotsy Parks & Rec is hosting a concert each Friday in May at Patriot Park. Gates open at 6pm. BYO chair/blanket. May 7, 14, 21, 28


Mother's Day

It doesn't matter if the appreciation of the work you do comes in the form of a sticky hug, a handmade card, breakfast in bed, or an expensive gift. Know that you are loved today, and every day. Click here for some fun Mother's Day Gift ideas.
May 9


movie night

Movie Night at the Museum

Come join us for a fun-filled movie night at the Spotsylvania County Museum. BYO chair/blanket
Movie: "Night at the Museum".


FXBG FUN

Enjoy local spring activities and don’t forget to log your progress and upload your verification items through your FXBG Fun Passport!  Earn 2021 points before June 30 to be eligible for our next prize drawing!


8th Annual Kid's Expo

The Expo has been rescheduled for February 2022!


National Paper Airplane Day

This simple creation has brought generations of kids joy around the world. Need inspiration? Check out the family-friendly movie "Paper Planes" now streaming on Amazon. It's based on a true story. May 26



Memorial Day

Today we remember those who died serving in the U.S. military. May 31



Plus, don't forget to sign up for Summer Camp & The Great Train Race