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CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-8571 TTY 711
camps@fairfaxcounty.gov
12055 Government Center Pkwy.
Fairfax, Virginia 22035
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Emilie Shumate
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Camps

DON’T MISS OUT ON 2026 SUMMER CAMPS

Jump into an amazing summer with camps — registration continues throughout the season but act quickly to snag your spot!

Get in on Summer Camps

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Summer Camps Hot Weather

Summer fun continues at camp even on hot weather days. Fairfax County Park Authority staff are planned and prepared to keep campers safe. Check our Camp Hot Weather Procedures to learn more about our hot weather response and how you can help prepare your camper for the heat.   


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!

Your Best Summer Starts with Camp

Spots are still open — act quickly to get your spot in summer camp! Get ready for laughter, immersive adventures, lasting connections and lifelong memories with Fairfax County Park Authority. With the summer season just around the corner, don’t miss your opportunity to register and join in.

Let your imagination soar and level up your skills with:

🎭Drama 🎨 Art 🧁 Cooking 🕺Dance 🎸Music 🌿 Nature ⚾Sports 🚀 Science 🏕️ Variety


Ready, Set, Register!

ballerina campers

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

  1. 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.
  2. 2026 Camp Guide: Explore the full suite of spring and summer camp offerings.
  3. My Summer Camp Planner: Download to make notes of registration codes and open registration dates to track your top choices.

Key details for the summer season:

  • If your top-choice summer camp is full — you can join the waitlist. Search for your camp online and select the "Waitlist" button. Please note that those on waitlists do not pay for the camp until a space is available and your camper is moved from the waitlist to a registered participant of camp.
  • Summer camp fun doesn’t end when the temperatures heat up. Our trained staff has prepared to keep campers safe during hot days. Learn more about the Summer Camp Hot Weather Procedures.

Join the camp conversation online: Subscribe to Enews and use #FCPACamps on social media.

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Fall is for Camps

Seasonal camps are back in session this fall! Whenever Fairfax public schools close, Fairfax County Park Authority has you covered with exciting camp opportunities.

Get in on the action, register for camps on these dates:

  • Monday, Sept. 21
  • Monday, Oct. 12
  • Monday-Tuesday, Nov. 2-3
Fall in Love with Camps

Camp Search and Register

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.

Learn more about ePACT in the FAQs below

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.
    • Licensed Camp Requirements
  5. Host Family: Want to host a Challenger Soccer Coach or a Brazilian United Coach? Download the linked information sheets for more information!
  6. Hot Weather Procedures: Learn more about policies and procedures for summer camp programs on hot days and how you can prepare.

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.

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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Testimonials/Gallery

"My four-year-old, who is generally a bit introverted and wary of new experiences, had fun every day!"
"My kids absolutely loved this camp, they came home excited to share what they did and to get us all cooking together at home."
"The camp counselors had passion for the topics and an ability to connect with the kids."
"All the teachers were so passionate and very informative. My kid loves to go to the camp every day and were really excited about what he made at camp!"
"I loved that my daughter got to meet the animals, engage with friends and be in a structured environment this summer."
"The facility was nice. The staff was great. My son came home every day in a great mood and said he had an awesome day."
"Counselors were very encouraging. My daughters are special needs and tend to have social behavioral concerns, but they had zero issues, felt like part of the group and had a blast!"
"The variety of the activities was wonderful. The counselors were very engaging, kind and communicative. We really enjoyed this camp - you've set a high bar for the rest of the summer!"
"My child really enjoyed this virtual camp. The emails before were great and we had all the info we needed to get him set up the first day without any issues. He really enjoyed the staff and learned a lot."
"The instructors were wonderful. Our daughter came home excited about what she was learning. Pick-up and drop-off were extremely organized. Just a great experience all around."

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