Homecoming Event Planned In Fredericksburg To Celebrate Huntley, Winner Of "The Voice"

FREDERICKSBURG, VA — In December, Fredericksburg native Huntley won season 24 of NBC's "The Voice." Jan. 21, 2024 will be "Huntley Day" in Fredericksburg, complete with a parade and a pep rally.

Mayor Kerry Devine made an official proclamation at a city council meeting on Tuesday night.

At 1 p.m. on Jan. 21, there will be a "celebrity processional" through downtown, focusing on areas that Huntley has performed in the past. At 3 p.m., there will be a "pep rally-style event" at Virginia Credit Union Stadium, home of the Fredericksburg Nationals.

The stadium event will be free, but RSVPs are required. Anyone interested in attending can sign up online. Seats are limited.

"Huntley’s gratitude toward the Fredericksburg community includes his passion for supporting those in our community who are struggling," city officials said in a news release. "At his request, the Huntley Homecoming celebration will include raising awareness and fundraising for Loisann’s Hope House, which is the Fredericksburg region’s oldest family homeless shelter."

Before he was named the winner of "The Voice" last month, Huntley took to Instagram to thank the Fredericksburg community for its support.

"This is insane. So blessed and so grateful for everybody that has believed in me on this journey," Huntley wrote.

The 32-year-old thanked his fellow competitors and described them as his friends.

"It's been such a bonding experience and all of us have grown from it," Huntley wrote. "I really can't thank 'The Voice' enough for putting this group together."

More information about the planned celebration is available online.