Christmas is over. The cookies have all been eaten, Santa has come and gone, the presents have been opened. So… now what?! Head to Fredericksburg for a relaxing family-friendly getaway and ring in 2023 in the Texas Hill Country!

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A number of vacation rentals and guesthouses in Fredericksburg can host entire families and are a perfect way to spend time together- and still get out of the house! Find the perfect fit for you.

The kids may be home for winter break, but no one will be sitting around with nothing to do. Spend the day visiting any of Fredericksburg's museums and historic sites. Fredericksburg's rich history can be found throughout the town. Learn more by exploring the Pioneer Museum and the home of the United States' 36th President Lyndon B. Johnson. Or learn about Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz, a Fredericksburg native who played a major role in World War II in the Pacific Theater. 

Fredericksburg is also home to several family-friendly activities so there's something for everyone to enjoy. 

Santa didn’t leave you everything you dreamt of under the tree? Find all the treasures you didn’t get for Christmas and more at the more than 150 shops, boutiques and art galleries along Main Street.

Get it before it’s gone! Enjoy a glass of Hoppy Holidaze from the Fredericksburg Brewing Company or a glass of Glühwein from Fredericksburg Winery while you shop!

Fredericksburg's Christmas Nights of Lights continues through Friday, Jan. 6. Legendary holiday decorations and lights are highlighted each evening with holiday music starting at 5 p.m. and a short audio and lighting program at 6 p.m. Get an early start on next year's Christmas card photo by taking pictures on Marktplatz. 

The City of Fredericksburg's annual fireworks display (originally scheduled for July 4th) will take place on Friday, Dec. 30 at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park. The display begins around 6:30 p.m. and viewers are encouraged to bring chairs, food and drinks. 

Spending New Year's in Fredericksburg? Check out the lineup of activities including plenty of live music, special events and more! 

Already have post-Christmas and New Year's plans? No worries! Fredericksburg has great events, festivals and more all throughout the year. Start planning your next trip to the Texas Hill Country today!