What to Do This Weekend
Classic car shows, a July Christmas, and forging your own knife. It's all happening this weekend in the Diamond.
By Hailey Zeller
INTERN
Fredericksburg
2nd Annual Classic Car Show
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Browse classic and vintage cars on display and chat with local automotive enthusiasts.
When: Saturday, July 26 | 10:00 AM
Where: 9300 Onyx Court, Fredericksburg, VA
Countdown to Christmas Craft Show
Shop over 175 vendor booths offering holiday décor, handmade gifts, and festive finds in July.
When: Saturday, July 26 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday, July 27 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Where: Fredericksburg Convention Center, 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA
Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair
Virginia’s oldest county fair returns with livestock exhibits, carnival rides, nightly demos, and local music.
When: Saturday–Sunday, July 26–27 | 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: Fredericksburg Fairgrounds, 2400 Airport Ave, Fredericksburg, VA
Spotsylvania
Spotsylvania Farmers Market
One of the region’s largest, this Saturday market features 45+ vendors selling local produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, and more.
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. | 12150 Gordon Road
Stafford
National Wine & Cheese Day Weekend
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Celebrate the classic pairing with a curated wine flight and artisan cheese flight in the winery’s charming bistro. Available in honor of National Wine & Cheese Day.
When: Friday, July 25 – Sunday, July 27 | Bistro hours: Fri 6:30 PM–9:30 PM; Sat & Sun 11:00 AM–5:30 PM
Where: Potomac Point Winery, 275 Decatur Road, Stafford, VA
Railroad Spike Knife Class at War Horse Forge
Forge your own knife from an old railroad spike in this hands-on blacksmith class, led by local forge experts. No prior experience needed.
When: Saturday, July 26 | All day sessions
Where: 19Hands / War Horse Forge, Stafford, VA
Long Family Markets
Shop for fresh produce, homemade baked goods, flowers, and crafts at this welcoming Sunday market.
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | 610 Commuter Lot, 163 Staffordboro Blvd
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