Park Authority

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-8571 TTY 711
12055 Government Center Pkwy.
Fairfax, Virginia 22035
Emilie Shumate
Youth Services Section Manager

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Camps

SPRING AND SUMMER 2026 CAMP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR ALL!

Prepare for an amazing camp experience with the Park Authority — registration for all spring and summer camp locations is open. Learn more and register below.

2026 camps

Parent Handbook

Prepare for an experience they’ll never forget at Fairfax County Park Authority’s camp. Explore the many spaces still open for exciting camps happening across Fairfax County this spring and summer. 

Register for Summer Camps! | Register for Spring Camps!

Resources for Registration!

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Use the following tools to search and register for upcoming camps:

  1. 2026 Camp Guide: Explore the full suite of spring and summer camp offerings.
  2. My Summer Camp Planner: Download to make notes of registration codes and open registration dates to track your top choices.
  3. Camp Spreadsheet: Use this spreadsheet to sort and filter available camps and Extended Care offerings for children by their age, the week, the type of camp and the location.
  4. Subscribe to Enews: Join our Enews list to make sure you get email updates.
  5. Social: Follow the camp conversation on social media with #FCPACamps

Please note: Waitlists for summer camps open at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 1. This update optimizes the process for filling camps. When the waitlist function turns on, fill out your camper’s schedule by signing up on waitlists for additional camps as needed. Waitlists for spring camps is now open.


Get Active with Winter Camps

When school is out for student holidays, cultural observances or teacher workdays, Park Authority camps are just getting started. Enjoy these action-packed, single- and multi-day camp sessions to keep the festivities going this winter: 

  • Feb. 16-17

Spring Forward with Camps

Embrace the season of new beginnings and growth by signing up for spring camp with Fairfax County Park Authority. Choose from a variety of camp themes and topics that help youth develop their talents, discover new pastimes and create lifelong memories with friends. Spring camp dates:

  • March 20
  • March 30-April 3
  • April 6
  • April 10
  • May 26-27

Extended Care

Extended Care provides one hour of additional care in the morning and/or afternoon for campers at their specific camp location. Only campers who already are enrolled in full-day camps can attend extended care. Camps ending before 4 p.m. are not eligible for extended care. Campers choose from supervised activities including board games, cards, drawing, coloring and age-appropriate movies. Registration for extended care is weekly — be sure to register for two weeks if your child is in a two-week camp.  

Hours and Price  

  • 8-9 a.m., $40/week  
  • 4-5 p.m., $40/week  

*Advance registration is required as space is limited. Register online of by phone 703-222-4664.

Introducing Electronic Forms for Camps!

Fairfax County Park Authority is proud to announce our adoption of ePACT Network, a secure emergency network that we will use to collect medical and emergency contact information electronically. Starting in November, those who register for camps will receive an email with a link to fill out required forms electronically. Not only will ePACT replace paper forms, but it will also ensure we have a way to communicate with you in the event of an unexpected situation.


Next Steps for Campers Already Registered

  1. Parent Handbook: Please download, read and become familiar with this resource.
  2. NEW!Electronic Forms: Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) introduces electronic forms for camps. All forms must be submitted electronically. Learn more about our electronic forms below.
  3. Access and Inclusion: FCPA welcomes campers of all abilities, backgrounds and experiences. Please let us know if your child has any emotional or behavioral challenges as well as any intellectual or physical disabilities.
    • UPDATE: Please outline your specific needs in our new Electronic Form system, ePACT. If the request is less than 10 days before the start date, FCPA will attempt to provide services; however, we cannot guarantee your accommodation request will be fulfilled. If you have additional questions, please contact us at fcpaaccess@fairfaxcounty.gov.
  4. Licensed Camps: Check to see if your camp is licensed: Some camps are licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services that require additional paperwork such as immunization record and proof of child’s identity.
  5. Host Family: Want to host a Challenger Soccer Coach or a Brazilian United Coach? Download the linked information sheets for more information!

Forms, Refunds and Transfers

Fairfax County Park Authority is proud to announce our adoption of ePACT Network for better safety! ePACT is a secure emergency network, that we will use to collect medical and emergency contact information electronically. Not only will ePACT replace paper forms (including the Code of Conduct; Emergency Information and Agreement; Pick Up Authorization; and Medical Authorization Forms), but it will also ensure we have a way to communicate with you in the event of an unexpected situation. 

Please note: You must first register for camp and then you will receive an email with a link to fill out forms electronically. Learn more about ePACT in the FAQs below. 

Why are you using ePACT? 

  • To save you time – With ePACT, you only need to complete your child’s information once. We can use that same record for other programs or in subsequent years 
  • Improved privacy and security – Eliminating paper forms ensures that your information is safe and secure. ePACT maintains the same levels of security as online banking, and limits access only to the administrators we assign for enhanced privacy.
  • Accessibility – Forms can be reviewed and submitted in both English and Spanish.
  • Better support – ePACT makes it easy for you to share comprehensive health and emergency contact details, so we can provide the best support to your child. You also can update this anytime and we will automatically receive those new details. 
  • Timely communication – Families have the ability to add in verified home and cell phone numbers as well as additional preferred emails. With these added communication types families will receive updated communications from programs via text, phone calls, and emails regarding inclement weather updates, program closures, etc.  

How does it work?

New ePACT users can find helpful information online. New users will:  

  • Receive an email invite to share information with FCPA Camps
    • Tip: Be sure to add @epactnetwork.com to your email's "whitelist" (e.g., mark sender as "not spam" or "not junk")
  • Click “Complete Request” to create a free account, or log-in if you already have an existing ePACT account. 
  • Enter the required information. 
  • Confirm and sign all consents and waivers then be sure to "Submit" to FCPA Camps.
  • You will receive a confirmation email when this has been shared.  

Existing users asked to reconfirm information requests:  

  • You’ll receive an email invite to reconfirm your child's emergency information with FCPA Camp
  • Click “Complete Request” to log-in to your existing ePACT account. 
  • Update all required information. 
  • Confirm and sign all consents and waivers then be sure to “Submit”  to FCPA Camp. 
  • You will receive a confirmation email when this has been shared.  

Existing users asked to update information:  

  • Visit epactnetwork.com to log-in to your existing ePACT account. 
  • Update any necessary information, like medical conditions, phone numbers, emergency contacts, etc. 
  • Confirm and sign all consents and waivers then be sure to “Submit” to FCPA Camp. 
  • You will receive a confirmation email when this has been shared.  

Where can I find more information?  

For ePACT assistance, please review their informational packet (English); Para leer el paquete en Español, haga clic aquí. Find additional information online: ePACT Help & Support.

If you have any questions, please contact FCPA Camps team at camps@fairfaxcounty.gov

  • All cancellations/transfers/refunds/credits require 14 days advance notice of the camp you are cancelling.
  • Camp cancellations may be done online through your house account. There is a $25 cancellation fee applied to all refunds.
  • If you cancel your camp within 13 days of the start of camp, you will NOT receive money back, but the system will allow you to drop out.
  • Transfers may not be done online. If you wish to transfer from one camp to another, you can avoid the cancellation fee by contacting the registration desk (703-222-4664) to process the change. Transfers require 14 days advance notice for the camp you are withdrawing from. Transfers cannot be done within 13 days of the start of a camp. If your camp starts in less than 2 weeks and you are on a waitlist for another camp during the same timeframe, you may be removed from the waitlist.
  • You can request a refund or transfer 14 days in advance by emailing us at camps@fairfaxcounty.gov.
  • There are no refunds or credits for missed days due to work/vacation schedules, sick days or other non-emergency reasons.
  • Within 14 days of the start of a camp session, refunds are only approved for medical emergencies with a doctor's note if it is received before the camp ends.
  • If a medical emergency occurs during camp, a doctor's note is required within 24 hours for a pro-rated refund. Requests received after the camp session ends will not be granted.

Best Summer Job Ever!

Looking to make a difference in a child's life? Work in a Park Authority Camp! Have fun, make new friends and gain valuable experience while working for us.


Camp Counselor in Training (C.I.T.) Program

The Counselor in Training (C.I.T.) program provides teens ages 14 to 17 with the opportunity to work at camps during the summer. Gain valuable experience working with young children, help plan and instruct activities for young children, explore future career interests, develop leadership and communication skills, and make a difference. Check back to apply for our C.I.T. program in March!


Camps of All Types

Camps provide a wealth of opportunities for children to grow and develop socially, physically and cognitively. Whether your child wants to refine their existing skills or try their hand at something new, the Park Authority has a camp that they’re sure to enjoy!


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