W. L. Harris Park
W. L. Harris ParkLocated in the community of Mayfield
Playground, Basketball Court and Picnic Area. Hours: 6am – 10pm Daily.
Fredericksburg Expo Center & Conference Center
Fredericksburg Expo Center & Conference Center2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-548-5555
www.FredericksburgExpoCenter.com
The Fredericksburg Expo Center is the home of the Shows. From Boats to RV’s, Home & Garden, Arts & Crafts, Motorcycle, Log Cabin and Outdoor Shows, there is something for everyone. The Expo Center is also experts in hosting meetings, trade shows, banquets, award dinners, weddings, reunions etc. Their event coordinators and chefs will work with you to plan and put on a great event.
Old Mill Park
Old Mill Park2401 Caroline St.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-373-7909
Picnic shelters, outdoor grills, and playground. Nature preserve, trails, waterfront, boating access, fishing. This park runs along side the Rappahannock River. Swimming is allowed in the Rappahannock River but it is discouraged without personal floatation devices and proper supervision.
Hard Times Café
314 Jefferson Davis Hwy
540-899-6555
5009 Jefferson Davis Hwy
540-710-6771
Hard Times Café is well known for its world famous chili, burgers, beer and billiards. You can get spicy chili, sweet chili, vegetarian or traditional. The chili is just the beginning of the creations offered. You can get chili over beans, spaghetti, Fritos, a hot dog, on a burger, cornbread, and baked potato or over a salad. Then top it off with cheese, sour cream, onions, jalapenos and tomatoes. Hard Times Café now offers two locations, because you deserve a great bowl of chili.
Grapevine Cafe
622 Kenmore Ave.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-371-8880
www.fifefredericksburg.com
Chef David invites you to enjoy Fife…where his staff will offer you a wide variety of menu items to please any palate or budget. Open for lunch Monday thru Friday and dinner Monday thru Saturday in their non-smoking dining room or at their bar (smoking permitted.)
Snowden Ball Park
Snowden Ball ParkFall Hill Avenue
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Baseball & Softball and Open Play Area. Hours: 6am – 10pm Daily.
Bistro Bethem
Bistro Bethem309 William St.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-371-9999
www.bistrobethem.com
bistro@bistrobethem.com
Bistro Bethem’s inviting, windowed facade opens to a dinging room full of copper, color, changing local art and a 300 year old heart pine bar. This American bistro has exceptional food, a hip atmosphere and gracious service. The chef/owner offers a seasonal menu with the freshest fish on the market, wild game specialties, locally farmed produce, house made charcuteries, bread and desserts. An eclectic, value driven, award winning wine list provides the perfect pairings to a well crafted meal.
Virginia Outdoor Center
Virginia Outdoor Center3219 Fall Hill Ave.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-371-5085
Canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, backpacking, fly-fishing, ropes course. Instruction, rentals and guiding.
Spirits
Spirits816 Caroline St.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-371-9595
Located in the heart of downtown Fredericksburg, Spirits is the perfect place to unwind after a day of shopping or after work. Their cozy, relaxing atmosphere greets you at the door and you always see someone you know. Specializing in all your favorite foods, it’s a great place to have lunch or dinner. Happy Hour is from 4 pm – 7 pm Mon – Fri appetizer specials and buy one/get one free pizza in the upstairs bar.
Pots & Palettes
1008 Sophia St.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-373-7046
www.potsandpalettes.com
Pots & Palettes pottery painting studio is a fun place for the whole family to spend creative time together! Just walk in to paint pottery, get a mini-lesson on the spot. No appointments necessary. Have fun with friends and family or paint that one-of-a-kind piece for a loved one! Custom baskets and balloons are available all year round as well as many Virginia products, such as home-grown peanuts. For kids P & P’s summer camp is and ARTVENTURE!