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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Learn and Grow at a Park Authority Camp!

Important Winter Registration Information

To allow more time for customers to make Winter Camp selections we have adjusted the registration date.  

Registration for Winter Camps Begins Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 9 a.m.  

Waitlists available on Oct. 23. 

The Winter edition of the Parktakes magazine will be available online and in mailboxes by November 15. 


Join the Fun in Fall Camps!

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When schools close for student holidays or cultural observances, Fairfax County Park Authority has you covered with camp opportunities. Explore the numerous fun opportunities for children to learn new skills and meet new friends this fall:   

  • Friday, Nov. 1 
  • Monday-Tuesday, Nov. 4-5  
  • Monday, Nov. 11 

Register for Winter Camps

winter camp guide 2025Winter Camps Registration Opens Tuesday, October 22 at 9 a.m. Waitlists open Wednesday, October 23.

Winter Camp Schedule 

  • Monday, December 23 
  • Thursday-Friday, December 26-27 
  • Monday-Tuesday, December 30-31 
  • Thursday-Friday, January 2-3 
  • Monday, January 20 
  • January 29 
  • February 17 

  • Camp cancellations may be done online through your house account. All cancellations/transfers/refunds/credits require 14 days advance notice of the camp you are cancelling. 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.
  • 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.

 

Next Steps After Registering

  1. Download and read the 2024 Parent Handbook. 
  2. Complete the camp forms included at the end of the 2024 Parent Handbook and bring them the first day of camp.
  3. Review the other sections below to determine if you need to submit any additional paperwork.

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Provide Additional Information about Campers

Help us make your campers’ experience the best it can be. Fairfax County Park Authority 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. Please reach out to us at fcpaaccess@fairfaxcounty.gov or fill out the Request Accommodations form online with additional details about your camper in advance of the camp start date.

Please provide advanced notice of any accommodation requests. If the request is less than 10 days before the start date, the Park Authority will attempt to provide services; however, we cannot guarantee your accommodation request will be fulfilled.

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Camps of All Types

Our camps, which are designed for children 3 to 16, provide opportunities for new experiences where kids 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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"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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