An evolving list of calls for artists & performers, events at which to sell or perform, and much more.
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Calls for Artists
Local Calls
LibertyTown Arts Workshop
Fredericksburg Center for Creative Arts
Artful Dimensions
Ponshop Studio
Central Rappahannock Regional Library
Canal Quarter Arts
Madame’s Oddities
Original Grinds
Regional Calls
Art Works (Richmond)
Crossroads Art Center (Richmond)
Center for the Arts (Orange)
Louisa Arts Center
Lake of the Wood Players
National & International
Auditions / Casting Calls
Fredericksburg Theater Ensemble
Stage Door
Riverside Theater
LimeLite Theatre Company
Aspire Christian Theater
CYT Fredericksburg
Community Calls
The Rappahannock Choral Society
The Chamber Chorale of Fredericksburg
Spotsylvania Community Chorus
The Fredericksburg Symphony
Fredericksburg Area Young Musicians
Local Events Featuring the Arts
Events for Artists and Makers
Fredericksburg Film Festival
FXBG Pottery Throwdown
Art in the Park
Fredericksburg Independent Book Festival
Thrift World
Art Attack
Hexes and Healing
The Fred Flea
Fredericksburg Fine Art Show & Sale
Fredericksburg Convention Center
Central Rappahannock Regional Library
Events for Performers
Music on the Steps (at the library)
Fredericksburg Farmer’s Market
PorchFest
Sounds of Summer
First Friday
Pride Day
Sell, Display, and Perform your Work
Places to Sell and/or Display Visual Art
Art in the Park
Madame’s Oddities
Hanover Place
Possum-bilities
Brush Strokes
Artful Dimensions
Art First Gallery
Canal Quarter Arts
The Studio
Agora
Fredericksburg Food Co-Op
Sophia Street Studios
Ponshop Studio
Bello Manzo
Sammy Ts
Places to Perform
Curitiba Art Cafe
Madame’s Oddities
Original Grinds
Reclaim Arcade
Red Dragon Brewery
Sammy Ts
More local venues, including maker spaces, can be found here.
Busking in Fredericksburg
Busking in the streets of Fredericksburg can be an exhilarating and fulfilling experience. Here’s a guide on where to perform — and how to be a good neighbor while doing so.
What is busking?
Busking is performing in a public place for donations. This includes things like playing music, singing, drawing, juggling, dancing, magic, and more.
Where can I busk?
Downtown Fredericksburg provides ample opportunity for performing. Caroline Street, Princess Anne St, and William Street receive the most foot traffic. See the map for suggested locations. Avoid private property unless you have permission from the property owner.
When can I busk?
Weekdays, weekends, and evenings are good candidates. But be mindful that after 11:00pm your music may be keeping others up. Downtown has a large residential population who may not be into your performance as much as you are.
Can I be loud?
In short, you shouldn’t be audible outside of a 100’ radius. Before performing, review the Fredericksburg noise ordinance: https://www.fredericksburgva.gov/1925/Noise-Ordinance
Can I be on the sidewalk?
Yes. Be mindful that sidewalks must be passable at all times to pedestrians and to those in wheelchairs, with strollers, etc. Be sure to follow posted signs and stay out of the roadway.
Are there places besides the sidewalks downtown?
There are several parks and open spaces that may be good candidates for you:
- Market Square
- Hurkamp Park
- Riverfront Park
- Old Mill Park
Note: If a location is rented out for an event, you’ll need the permission of the organizer to play. If you see a large group of people gathered, they’re probably not there to see you. So check with the organizer before you perform. Similarly, this applies to First Fridays (see last section below).
What do I need to bring?
Travel light. Your instrument, a portable amplifier, water, and a container for collecting tips are a good start. You likely won’t find electricity, so leave the “Wall of Sound” at home.
Can I accept tips for my performance?
Absolutely. We hope you make gobs of money.
How can I be a good neighbor?
- If you are posting up in front of an open business, pop in and ask them if it’s okay to play. Be sure to keep the doorway accessible and thank them after your set.
- Vacant storefronts can be good locations, as you will not affect customers.
- If you draw a crowd, be sure the sidewalk remains passable.
- There’s plenty of locations downtown, so leave some distance between yourself and any performers who are already set up.
- Please remember that many children are present downtown. Therefore, choose your musical set, content of your act, and your general behavior with that standard in mind.
What about First Fridays?
Fredericksburg’s “First Friday” is an event that happens on the first Friday of every month to celebrate the vibrancy of the art community and the greater FXBG community. This event attracts out-of-town and local visitors to the galleries, retailers, restaurants, and businesses located in the downtown district — an awesome opportunity to share your talent!
If you are interested in busking during “First Friday”, you must fill out a request form here. If you have additional questions about this event you can contact Fredericksburg Main Street directly.
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