Park Authority

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-8700 TTY 711
12055 Government Center Pkwy.
Fairfax, Virginia 22035
Jai Cole
Executive Director

Seasonal Events in the Parks

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Celebrate the Season with the Fairfax County Park Authority!

We’ve rounded up our seasonal fun into a handy list of holiday happenings in the parks. Check out our holiday highlights list below or bookmark this page.

Spring Events Guide

Usher in the season with spring festivals, activities, events and nature walks for all ages!

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​Poetry in Fairfax County Parks

poetry in fairfax county parks

​Join the Fairfax County Park Authority and the Fairfax Poet Laureate and explore the world of prose amidst the serene beauty of a park setting.

Fairfax Poet Laureate - Pride Month Poetry

Poetry events are free, but registration is required. 

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​​Enjoy National Ice Cream Month with Two Scoops at the Park!

​Ice cream enthusiasts of all ages can rejoice that July is National Ice Cream Month, but there’s no sweeter way to celebrate than in the park! Whether in a cone, a cup or sandwiched between cookies, the Fairfax County Park Authority offers a variety of ways to embrace one of life’s simple, chilly pleasures. 


​​Creek Adventure Wagon Rides at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park​

Register for summer adventure, ECL style, with a wagon ride and splash in the stream to keep your summer cool! 

​Jun. 15, July 12 and Aug. 11, Choose between 6-7 p.m. or 7:30-8:30 p.m., $10 

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​Frying Pan Farm Park Wagon Rides 

  • ​Nothing says fun on the farm like a good old fashion wagon ride!  
  • ​Secure your reservation for a 30 min. ride while touring the farm 
  • ​Choose times between 10:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Mon.-Thurs. 
  • ​10:15 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Fri.-Sun. 
  • ​$5 for riders ages 2 and up

​Please note tickets for Saturday and Sunday or on-site only. 

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Activity Name Date Time Location Price Learn More
Spring Garden Day May 18 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Green Spring Gardens Free Learn More
Spring Two Person Team Challenge May 18   Burke Lake Golf Center   Learn More
Engineering Then and Now May 19 12-3 p.m. Colvin Run Mill $10 Learn More
Bat Night May 24 7:45-9:15 p.m. Huntley Meadows Park $8 Learn More
Going for the Green Tournament April 6 10 a.m. Pinecrest Golf Course $55 Learn More
Two Person Best Ball May 11 8 a.m. Oakmont Golf Center $60 per team Learn More
Spring Two Person Team Challenge May 18 8 a.m. Burke Lake Golf Center $90 per team Learn More
Spring Scramble Tournament May 19 9 a.m. Pinecrest Golf Course $110 per team Learn More
Family Skate and Dance Night: Juneteenth Celebration June 15 6-9 p.m. Franconia Rec Center $10 in advance, $15 day of Learn More
Summer Scramble June 15 10 a.m. Jefferson Golf Course $80 per team Learn More
Two Person Scramble June 8 8 a.m. Oakmont Golf Center $80 per team Learn More
Red, White & Blue Tournament July 7 8 a.m. Pinecrest Golf Course $110 per team Learn More
Junior Club Championship July 13 8 a.m. Oakmont Golf Center $30 Learn Mores
Modified Stableford July 13 10 a.m. Jefferson Golf Course $40 Learn More
Junior Club Championship August 4 8 a.m. Pinecrest Golf Course $45 Learn More
Club Championship August 17 8 a.m. Jefferson Golf Course $55 Learn More
Club Championship September 7 8 a.m. Oakmont Golf Center $45 Learn More
PC9 Championship September 8 8 a.m. Pinecrest Golf Course $55 Learn More
Four Club Fall Classic October 5 10 a.m. Jefferson Golf Course $40 Learn More
Fall Festival Scramble Tournament October 20 9 a.m. Pinecrest Golf Course $110 per team Learn More

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