April 11, 2026
Osprey Festival
Guide-led osprey nest tours, conservation talks, kids crafts, and vendors on Town Hill.
Annual Events & Calendar
Experience the camaraderie of Stringers Marina and Yacht Center through our rich tradition of annual events, regattas, and social gatherings.
Town Events
Events subject to change - see full calendar
Spring 2026 (date TBD)
CYC Spring Rockfish Tournament
Annual spring rockfish tournament fundraiser for Colonial Beach Volunteer Fire Department on the Potomac.
June 12-14, 2026
Potomac River Festival
Weekend-long signature festival with parades, fireworks, vendors, kids activities, and a boat parade.
June 14, 2026
Father's Day Classic Car Show
Father's Day classic car event on Town Hill featuring vintage classes, awards, food, and music.
June 2026 (date TBD)
Kinetic Multisports Triathlon
Long-running triathlon weekend with sprint and Olympic distances and an open-water Potomac swim.
July 3-4, 2026
4th of July Fireworks & Celebration
Independence Day waterfront celebration with fireworks over the Potomac and holiday weekend festivities.
August 2026 (date TBD)
Rod Run to the Beach
Annual hot rod and classic car weekend with judging, awards, and a parade through town.
August 2026 (date TBD)
Waterfest
Family-oriented Boardwalk festival with characters, activities, parades, and vendor booths.
Late August 2026 (date TBD)
Boardwalk Arts & Crafts Festival
Juried arts and crafts festival with dozens of exhibitors lining the Colonial Beach Boardwalk.
September 2026 (date TBD)
Northern Neck Beach Music Festival
Two-day beach music event with live bands, dancing, local breweries, and food trucks.
October 3, 2026
Fredericksburg Fallen Heroes BBQ Cookoff
Competitive BBQ cookoff benefiting veterans and first responders, with public tasting and awards.
October 2026 (date TBD)
Bikefest
Four-day motorcycle festival featuring main stage concerts, bike shows, rides, and town-wide events.
October 2026 (date TBD)
Restaurant Week
Week-long dining celebration with special menus and prix-fixe offers at participating local restaurants.
October 2026 (date TBD)
Fall Festival
Halloween-themed community festival featuring costume parades, vendors, music, and family activities.
November 2026 (date TBD)
Fall Rockfish Tournament
Annual fall Potomac tournament with multiple angler divisions, prizes, and trophy presentations.
December 2026 (date TBD)
Winter Festival & Santa's Parade
Holiday kickoff with Santa parade, toy drive, family activities, vendors, and seasonal entertainment.
Upcoming Schedule
Apr 11
Osprey Festival
10:00 AM Town Hill, Colonial Beach
Jun 12
Potomac River Festival Kickoff Parade
7:30 PM Town Hill & Boardwalk
Jun 14
Father's Day Classic Car Show
8:00 AM Town Hill, Colonial Beach
Jul 3
4th of July Fireworks
9:00 PM Boardwalk & Municipal Pier
Oct 3
Fallen Heroes BBQ Cookoff
12:00 PM Town Hill, Colonial Beach