The Fredericksburg Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7105 hosts the July Fourth “kiddie parade." This event is for children 12 years of age or younger. The event is free to any child who wants to participate. The VFW Post sponsors this event to encourage patriotism at a young age and to permit the expression of American ideals. The parade is totally supported by the VFW Post with member volunteers and VFW Post funds.