Happy New Year, FXBG & Spotsy 🥂

This edition is powered by one big thing: Restaurant Week — aka the easiest excuse to try somewhere new (or finally hit that spot you keep saying you will). On top of that, we’ve got karaoke, emo night, tastings, dance floors, a mulled wine festival, and a few “pull up and chill” community gems.

Scroll, pick your vibe, and pull up.

🎭 FXBG Winter Restaurant Week
📅 Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 25
📍 Downtown Fredericksburg & citywide

Fredericksburg’s Winter Restaurant Week is officially here — ten days of prix-fixe menus, seasonal specials, and a delicious excuse to try a place you’ve been curious about. Local chefs are stepping up with curated dishes and deals that showcase the best of the FXBG food scene. Whether it’s brunch with friends, date night specials, or comfort food done differently, there’s a reason to dine out this weekend.

👉 Check the full list of participating restaurants and menus at →
Restaurant Week FXBG

🎤 80s Night w/ Rockstar Karaoke @ Strangeways Brewing
🕖 7:00 – 10:00 PM
📍 350 Lansdowne Rd
Big hair energy, throwback hits, and you on the mic.

🎶 Emo Night @ Reclaim Arcade
🕗 8:00 PM – late
📍 2324 Plank Road
Yes, it’s that emo. Yes, you know the words.

🍔 Food Truck Friday — Mediterranean Cuisine
🕚 11:15 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 10611 Patriot Highway
Lunch plans solved. Bring a coworker.

📚 Book Release Party: 99 Ways to Die and How to Avoid Them
🕕 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Tales & Tails, 1010 Charles St
Local author, conversation, and cozy bookstore vibes.

🧠 Nourish Night Out: New Year Reset
🕕 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 3300 Bourbon St, Suite 103
Mind, body, soul — ease into 2026.

🛼 Skate Night – Polar Party
🕕 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Dixon Park
Cold theme. Warm energy.

🚗 Grand Opening: Free Carwash Weekend
📅 Jan 16–19 | 🕗 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
📍 460 Kings Hwy
Free. All weekend. No thinking required.

If you’re here → go eat here.

Where to eat based on where you’re going

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🍷 Mulled Wine Festival
🕛 12:00 – 5:00 PM
📍 6818 River Rd
Winter wine + cozy atmosphere = yes.

🎸 Whiskey Tango-6 @ Strangeways Brewing
🕖 7:00 – 10:00 PM
📍 350 Lansdowne Rd
Live music + craft beer never misses.

🎧 DJ Erock & DJ Oh Noo
🕙 10:00 PM – late
📍 911 Charles St
Late-night dance floor energy.

🎲 DND @ Madame’s Oddities
🕐 1:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 2011 Princess Anne St, Suite 101
Roll dice. Escape reality.

🏒 Fredericksburg Grizzlies vs. Philly Tomahawks
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Massad YMCA
Fast, physical, loud — hockey does its thing.

🏈 Bills Playoff Watch Party
🕟 4:30 PM
📍 Harry Ale House, Plank Rd
Football + beer + people yelling together.

💃 Swing Dance! DanceFXBG
🕢 7:30 – 11:00 PM
📍 Picker’s Supply, 902 Caroline St
No partner needed. Just show up.

🎶 Fascination Street: IN with the New
🕗 8:00 – 11:30 PM
📍 Reclaim Arcade
Live music for the “what else is happening?” crowd.

🥾 Sunday Volunteer Hike
🕣 8:45 AM
📍 3602 Lafayette Blvd
Give back + get fresh air.

🐴 Hazelwild Farm Equestrian Horse Show
🕗 8:00 AM – all day
📍 5325 Harrison Rd
Grace, skill, and quiet Sunday energy.

🏛️ Hugh Mercer Tricentennial Open House
🕛 12:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 1020 Caroline St
History, culture, and a walk downtown.

🎨 Pottery Painting (Family Friendly)
🕐 1:00 – 3:00 PM
📍 10655 Spotsylvania Ave
Creative, calm, and screen-free.

🍷 City Vino Wine Class: Sherry Explained
🕒 3:00 – 5:00 PM
📍 100 Hanover St
Learn something new. Drink something good

Fredericksburg deserves better than guessing where to eat. Trukfoo gives locals early access — schedules, drop spots, menus, and the moments to pull up before the crowd.

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Stomp - 30th Anniversary Tour
📅 Fri–Sun, Jan 16–18
📍 National Theatre, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC
Buckets, brooms, and body percussion turn everyday objects into pure rhythm. Loud, physical, and unforgettable — a classic DC night out.

🧘 Vision Board & Wellness Reset Workshops
📅 Sat, Jan 17
📍 Multiple locations, Washington, DC
Kick off the year with intention — guided vision boards, journaling, and wellness-focused workshops designed to reset your mindset.

🍰 Winter Food Pop-Ups & King Cake Weekend
📅 Sat–Sun, Jan 17–18
📍 Dupont Circle & surrounding neighborhoods, Washington, DC
Seasonal pop-ups celebrating winter comfort foods, local bakers, and small-batch treats — perfect for casual wandering.

🎉 Virginia Governor Inauguration Public Events
📅 Fri–Sun, Jan 16–18
📍 Executive Mansion Area, Richmond, VA
A rare chance to experience Virginia history up close with public-facing celebrations, exhibits, and citywide buzz.

🎶 It Was All a Dream – RVA Night Out
📅 Fri, Jan 16 • Evening 📍 District 804 Kitchen & Social, Richmond, VA High-energy music, social vibes, and a packed room — perfect if your group wants a Friday night with momentum.

👻 Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour
📅 Fri–Sat, Jan 16–17
📍 Downtown Richmond
A guided nighttime walk through Richmond’s haunted past eerie, atmospheric, and surprisingly fun.

🚀 MarsCon 2026 – Sci-Fi & Fantasy Convention
📅 Fri–Sun, Jan 16–18
📍 Holiday Inn Virginia Beach–Norfolk
Panels, cosplay, gaming, and fandom culture collide in one of the region’s longest-running conventions.

🧠 Health & Wellness Expo
📅 Fri–Sat, Jan 16–17
📍 Hampton Roads Convention Center, Hampton, VA
A community-focused expo featuring fitness, nutrition, and wellness vendors informative without being overwhelming.

⚓ African American Military History Exhibits
📅 All weekend
📍 Norfolk Museums, Norfolk, VA
Powerful storytelling and immersive exhibits highlighting military history and cultural impact a meaningful winter outing.

Community AI & Technology Mini-Conference
📅 Sat, Jan 17
📍 Mount Jackson, VA
An accessible, small-town discussion on AI, work, and the future thoughtful, practical, and surprisingly engaging.

🥾 Winter Ranger-Led Hikes
📅 Sat–Sun, Jan 17–18
📍 Seven Bends State Park & regional parks
Crisp air, scenic overlooks, and guided hikes perfect if you need a screen break and a reset.

🏛️ Museum of the Shenandoah Valley – Weekend Programs
📅 Sat–Sun, Jan 17–18
📍 901 Amherst St, Winchester, VA
Hands-on exhibits and rotating programs make this an easy, low-stress cultural day trip.

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