Between teacher workdays, classroom setup, professional development, and preparing to welcome students back, you deserve a chance to relax, recharge, and celebrate all that you do.
From Friday, August 7, through Sunday, August 9, downtown Fredericksburg is celebrating the incredible educators who inspire, encourage, and shape the next generation. Back-to-School Weekend is filled with exclusive teacher discounts, restaurant specials, giveaways, and a Teacher Passport program that lets you explore everything downtown has to offer.
Whether you are a classroom teacher, school administrator, counselor, librarian, or member of a school support team, this weekend is a way of saying thank you for everything you do. Grab your coworkers, make it a weekend, and let downtown Fredericksburg treat you before the school year begins.
Kick off the weekend at First Friday
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The celebration begins during First Friday on August 7. Pick up your Teacher Passport at the Fredericksburg Visitor Center, located at 601 Caroline Street, along with a list of participating businesses.
Then spend the evening strolling downtown, discovering local shops, enjoying dinner or drinks with coworkers, and taking advantage of special offers available with a valid school ID. Many participating businesses will also have exclusive promotions and giveaways for educators.
Make it a weekend
The fun does not stop Friday night.
Teacher discounts and passport opportunities continue through Sunday, giving educators time to explore downtown Fredericksburg at their own pace. Grab brunch, browse your favorite boutiques, discover a new local shop, or enjoy a relaxing afternoon before the school year begins.
It is an opportunity to reconnect with fellow teachers, treat yourself, and support the small businesses that help make Fredericksburg a vibrant community.
Collect stickers and win downtown gift cards
Do not forget your Teacher Passport.
Visit participating businesses throughout the weekend and collect stickers along the way. Every six stickers earns an entry into a drawing for downtown Fredericksburg gift cards, so the more you explore, the more chances you have to win.
Completed passports can be returned to the Visitor Center through Thursday, August 13, with winners announced the week of August 17.
Not a teacher? Join the fun
While the exclusive discounts are reserved for educators with a valid school ID, everyone is invited to enjoy First Friday, shop local, dine downtown, and enjoy the lively atmosphere throughout the weekend.
If you know a teacher, invite them downtown, pick up the tab for their coffee, or thank them for the impact they make every day.
