Partial list of 2008 EVENTS coming to the Expo Center

January 25-26-27, 2008 – 3rd Annual Fredericksburg Boat Show
It’s time to set sail over to the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center for the 3rd Annual Fredericksburg Boat show, January 25-26-27. The boat show is the place to get show only specials on power boats, fishing boats, pontoons, kayaks, canoes, personal water crafts and much more. Beat the winter blahs and get into the summer mode by visiting the Show where the areas largest dealers and boat-related companies will give you the best deal of the season. Check out the new products before you head to the water. For additional information contact 540-548-5555 or visit www.fredericksburgexpocenter.com or www.bmgevents.com.

February 2-3, 2008 – Fredericksburg Big Flea Market
The Mid Atlantic's Largest Antique & Collectibles Market

February 8-9-10, 2008 – 2nd Annual Fredericksburg Outdoor Show
The Fredericksburg Outdoor Show is set for February 8-9-10, 2008 at the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center, Fredericksburg, VA. This show attracts outdoor sporting enthusiasts from all parts of Virginia, Southern Maryland, Delaware, Washington, DC and beyond to view and purchase the newest in hunting and fishing products, planned outdoor sport and hunting excursions, shop for fishing boats and RVs, & ATVs. Attendees will also take part in the special attractions and seminars that will offered, . For additional information contact 540-548-5555 or visit www.fredericksburgexpocenter.com or www.bmgevents.com.

February 16-17, 2008 – Fredericksburg Northeast Motorcycle Expo
110,000 sq ft of a motorcyclists dream !

February 23, 2008 - The Quantico Black History Month Dinner
The Black History Month (BHM) Committee is a volunteer organization whose sole purpose is to plan, organize and execute positive events in recognition of Black History Month. The BHM Committee is comprised of volunteers from the Northern Virginia area which supports the Quantico Marine Base's celebration of Black History Month. Each year we host several cultural events in an effort to Commemorate, Celebrate and Educate the community on accomplishments of African Americans. Our events are done in a warm and inviting atmosphere and enjoys the attendance of guests from all different ethnic groups. Our four events are the Annual Prayer Breakfast, Chapel Service, Theater Presentation and the Formal Dinner. Each event is open to the public. For more information on how you or your group may attend one of these events click on the links on the left.

February 22-23-24, 2008 – 3rd Annual Fredericksburg RV & Camping Expo
The 3rd Annual RV & Camping Expo is set to go at the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center, Fredericksburg, VA on Friday, February 22nd through Sunday, February 24th.This event has the area’s largest dealers previewing the newest types of RV’s, travel trailers, pop ups, and fifth wheels. Did you know that manufacturers give their dealers show only promotions to help increase their attractiveness to potential buyers? This means a dealer is able to give a better deal at a show than if purchased from the showroom. The RV & Camping Expo provides first time buyers a chance to get a great deal on your first RV and you seasoned RVers money-saving opportunities to upgrade your current model. For additional information contact 540-548-5555 or visit www.fredericksburgexpocenter.com or www.bmgevents.com.

February 29 - March 1-2 Log Home & Timber Frame Expo
Three-day event that showcases all facets of the log and timber-frame home buying and building process. Exhibits and free educational seminars cover everything from financing and designing a log or timber-frame home to building, landscaping, furnishing and decorating it. In addition, actual structures erected on site let Expo-goers experience firsthand the warmth and beauty of North America's hottest housing trend.

March 8-9 - Greenberg’s Train and Toy Show
Greenberg's Train & Toy Show is designed to be the premiere marketplace oriented train show. The show travels around the northeast, from Pittsburgh to Virginia Beach to Rochester to Boston. The shows feature large train and toy marketplaces, operating layouts and displays, workshops and demonstrations. The show offers free admission for children and hopes to encourage model railroading and toy train collecting.

March 13-14 Capitol Industrial Woodworking Expo
Hundreds of woodworking and furniture suppliers are waiting to share their products, services and expertise at the Capitol Industrial Woodworking Expo. You'll find fully operating machinery, test equipment and supplies. And, you'll talk to the people who make and service the equipment along with the people that sell it. All-in-all, you'll learn more in a single day at this expo than you could in a whole year of looking at product literature and catalogs.

March 28-29-30, 2008 – 3rd Annual Fredericksburg Home & Garden Show
The 3rd annual Fredericksburg Home & Garden Show presented by the Fredericksburg Area Builders Association is set for March 28-29-30, 2008 at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center. The Fredericksburg Home & Garden Show will feature thousand’s of ideas, products, and services for your home, condo or apartment!

Exhibitors will have the latest styles and inspirations to get your Home and Garden looking hot for the summer. Looking to buy property, build the home of your dreams or refinance your current residence? Are you thinking about work that needs to be done? Do you want to know the cost for that new addition or landscaping of your yard? Then you need to get to the Fredericksburg Home and Garden Show that will feature remodelers, builders, banks, mortgage companies, landscapers, pools, spas, appliances, kitchens and more. This is the only home and garden Show in the Fredericksburg area. Speak to the experts, one on one, and ask them your questions about your home or garden project. Why go from shop to shop or look through the phone book when you can answer all your questions with over 200 vendors under roof! For additional information contact 540-548-5555 or visit www.fredericksburgexpocenter.com or www.bmgevents.com.

April 5 & 6, 2008 – 2nd Annual Fredericksburg Spring Arts & Crafts Faire
Ballantine Productions will kick off the spring shopping season with the 2008 Fredericksburg Arts & Crafts Faire. The vendors list and product list continues to grow and diversify. Vendors from more than 12 states participated in the 2007 Show and had a great variety of hand-made products that delighted the spectacular crowd of eager shoppers. Products that you can expect to see showcased are: handcrafted baskets, ceramics, fine art, gourmet food, jewelry, music, paintings, photography, pottery, scrap booking, woodworking, 3D Framed Images, Baby Items, Silk Floral Arrangements, Water Colors, Gourmet Treats, Fruit Spreads, Dipping Sauces, Chutneys, Insect & Butterfly Framing, Victorian & Edwardian Hats, Seasonal Flags, Handmade Shelves, Amber Jewelry, Painted Porcelain, Barbeque Sauces & Dips, Bath & Body Products, Beaded Jewelry, Candles, Handbags, Clothing, Country Crafts & Décor, Custom Clocks, Dried Flower Arrangements, Fashion Jewelry, Framed & Matted Photography, Gourmet Candy, Gourmet Jams & Jellies, Hand thrown Stoneware Pottery, Soy Candles, Homemade Fudge, Irish Clothing & Celtic Crafts, Magnetic Jewelry, Scarves, Scented Potpourri & Scented Items, Painted Furniture, Serving Trays, Wall Plaques, Woodworking, Wrought Iron, Painted Slate, & Much More! For additional information contact 540-548-5555 or visit www.fredericksburgexpocenter.com or www.bmgevents.com

Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon & Healthy Lifestyle Expo
It won't take long to fill up the 5,000 spots allotted for next spring's inaugural Marines Corps Historic Half Marathon in Fredericksburg. Registration for the May 18 event began November 1. Interested runners can register online at marinemarathon .com.

A variety of activities are planned in conjunction with the event, including an MCM healthy lifestyle expo May 17-18 at Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center and a pasta party featuring guest speaker Katherine Switzer--the first woman to run the Boston Marathon.