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We welcome your comments to Tour Staffords page. The purpose of this page is to present information of interest to citizens, businesses and visitors about Stafford County. We encourage you to submit your questions, comments, and concerns but please note this is a moderated online discussion site and not a public forum. Once posted, Stafford County Tourism reserves the right to delete submissions that contain: vulgar language; personal attacks of any kind; offensive comments that target or disparage any ethnic, racial, or religious group. Further, the Stafford Tourism also reserves the right to delete comments that are: spam or include links to other sites; clearly off topic; advocate illegal activity; promote particular services, products, or political organizations; infringe on copyrights or trademarks; Please note that the comments expressed on this site do not reflect the opinions and position of the Stafford County government or its supervisors and employees. If you have any questions concerning the operation of this online moderated discussion site, please contact the Tour Stafford Office at 540-658-4580. See all that Stafford has to offer at our website, www.TourStaffordVA.com. Like our page to learn where to eat, play, shop, and where to stay in Stafford, VA. and Fredericksburg, you’ve actually been to Stafford County, Virginia. Technically. But if that’s all you’ve experienced, you’re in for a treat. You could say we’re a place where surprise and wonder are hiding in plain sight. The locals know it. So do more than 500,000 visitors and tourists every year who keep coming back to stay and play.

🗓For those of you who like to map out your race calendar in advance - save the dates for the 2027 Stafford Race Series r...
11/09/2026

🗓For those of you who like to map out your race calendar in advance - save the dates for the 2027 Stafford Race Series races! Yep, there's a NEW race joining the 2027 series.

Registration for the series bundle (save $5/race!) will open on 12/17/26. Full details coming soon, but for now - SAVE THE DATES! 🎉

11/09/2026

Stafford County is launching a brand-new, immersive Holiday Market experience at this year’s annual Tree Lighting event and we want YOU to be part of the magic🎄

Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 21 when Stafford County kicks off the season with lights, music, food trucks, vendors, and a little holiday magic.

✨ The Details ✨
📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
⏰ 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
📍 George L. Gordon Jr., Government Center (1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, Virginia, 22554)

Visit www.staffordcountytreelighting.com for more detailed information

The magic of the holidays starts right here in Stafford County✨Join us Saturday, November 21 for the Holiday Market and ...
11/09/2026

The magic of the holidays starts right here in Stafford County✨

Join us Saturday, November 21 for the Holiday Market and Tree Lighting!

Celebrate with over 50 holiday themed vendors, food trucks, live music, and the lighting of our biggest tree!

✨ The Details ✨
📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
⏰ 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
📍 George L. Gordon Jr., Government Center (1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, Virginia, 22554)

Visit www.staffordcountytreelighting.com for more detailed information

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Save the date for Saturday, November 21 for the Holiday Market and Tree Lighting featuring over 50 vendors with holiday ...
11/04/2026

Save the date for Saturday, November 21 for the Holiday Market and Tree Lighting featuring over 50 vendors with holiday themed goods!

Stafford County invites residents and visitors to kick off the holiday season at its annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Market on Saturday, November 21, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the George L. Gordon, Jr., Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Road.

The family-friendly celebration will feature an evening of holiday entertainment, seasonal shopping, festive activities and the lighting of Stafford County’s Christmas tree.

The Holiday Market will feature 59 local vendors offering a variety of unique gifts, handmade crafts, books, apparel, baked goods, home décor and more. Visitors can also enjoy food trucks, inflatable bounce houses, holiday stilt walkers and seasonal music throughout the evening.

Learn More: https://staffordcountyva.gov/news_detail_T5_R1261.php

November is here and so are some awesome things to do in and around Stafford, Virginia.Upcoming November Events in Staff...
10/30/2026

November is here and so are some awesome things to do in and around Stafford, Virginia.

Upcoming November Events in Stafford County, Virginia 》》》》》》

Nov 4 - Nov 8: Pie & W**e Flights at Potomac Point W**ery

Nov 8: Compound Bow Archery at Widewater State Park

Nov 8: Coffee & Canvas at Blackstone Coffee

Nov 11 Onwards: A Christmas Carol: The Musical at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts

Nov 20: Pottery & Pint Night at Corgi Clay Art Center

Nov 21: Holiday Market and Tree Lighting at George L. Gordon, Jr., Government Center

Nov 22: Full Moon Hike at Widewater State Park

Nov 28: Shop Small Stafford. Stafford County's initiative to support Small Businesses. Visit shopsmallstaffordva.com to unlock all the deals at participating locations. Each Check-In is an entry for a $1000 gift card or one of two $500 gift cards!

Did we miss your event?

Head over to www.tourstaffordva.com/tourism-industry to add your event!

October is here and we have some spots up our sleeve on where to catch the beautiful, colorful leaves this season.Where ...
10/21/2026

October is here and we have some spots up our sleeve on where to catch the beautiful, colorful leaves this season.

Where to see some fall foliage around Stafford, Falmouth, and Fredericksburg, Virginia
📍Stafford Civil War Park
📍Government Island
📍Chatham Manor
📍Gari Melchers Home and Studio

Virginia is for Lovers
Stafford County Parks and Recreation
Civil War Trails, Inc.

We KNOW we left some scenic spots out...care to share your favorite ones in the comments?

Read all about some of our favorite spots here: https://www.tourstaffordva.com/2026/10/07/fall-foliage-in-stafford-trails-parks-and-quiet-views/

10/20/2026

a pickle pizza? Sign me up 🥒🍕

Tucked away in Embrey Mill, this beautiful neighborhood bistro serves all kinds of foods from flatbreads and salads to burgers and sandwiches.

Stop by during this spooky season for their Witches Brew and Pumpkin Pie Chai, while they're still here!

Fun Fact: Did you know Stafford County used to be one of the leading producers of pickling cucumbers in Virginia - the Pickle Capital of America!

📍Grounds Bistro & Café
25 Apricot Street, Stafford, Virginia

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Stafford Visitor Center At Belmont, 224 Washington Street
Stafford, VA
22405

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Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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