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

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Feb
06
4:30PM, (4-Adult) Sip hot cocoa and join a naturalist for a special winter wonder…
Feb
07
10:00AM, (6-14 yrs.) Help feed your feathered friends this winter by making and taking…
Feb
07
10:00AM, (5-Adult) Challenge misconceptions about frequently misunderstood animals like…
Feb
07
10:00AM, (10-Adult) What happens when a fungus and an algae take a lichen to each other…
Feb
07
10:00AM, (3-Adult) Nothing says I LOVE MOO like a handmade Valentine’s Day card. Bring…
Feb
07
11:00AM, (4-Adult) Learn the science and art of building a fire and then test your skill…
Feb
07
11:00AM, (4-Adult) Enjoy oral storytelling from countries around the world. Attendees…
Feb
07
12:00PM, Due to icy conditions, the event is canceled.(All Ages) In honor of Black…
Feb
07
12:30PM, (Adults) Washington Gardener Magazine is co-hosting the annual seed exchange at…
Feb
07
1:00PM, (14-Adult) Much of our food, personal care, and cleaning products are filled…
Feb
07
1:00PM, (5-Adult) Investigate the amazing properties of animal skin and sensory systems…
Feb
07
1:00PM, (9-Adult) Celebrate Valentine's Day by creating a natured inspired craft. We…
Feb
07
2:00PM, (6-12 yrs.) Nothing says "I love you" more than a homemade card. Use natural…
Feb
07
5:30PM, (3-Adult) Enjoy a stroll along the lake shores and learn about the…
Feb
07
5:30PM, (3-Adult) Enjoy a stroll along the lake shores and learn about the…
Feb
07
6:30PM, (3-7 yrs.) Put on your pajamas and come to the nature center to hear bedtime…
Feb
08
8:00AM, (8-Adult) Hike with a naturalist to search winter waterfowl along the Upper…
Feb
08
10:30AM, (3-9 yrs.) Learn about penguins, polar bears and other animals who enjoy the…
Feb
08
1:00PM, (5-Adult) Using found natural objects and recycled materials we will craft…
Feb
08
1:00PM, (6-14 yrs.) Help feed your feathered friends this winter by making and taking…

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Who Needs a Valentine to Have a Great Day?

who needs a valentines to have a great day?

Whether you are flying solo, hanging with your crew or celebrating with someone special, Fairfax County parks has got your back!  Choose from crafts, art, science, food and nature adventures. 

Custom Valentines Making 

Saturday, February 7 • 10-11:30 a.m., Frying Pan Farm Park • $8 

Garden Artist-Naturally Yours 

Saturday, February 7 • 1-2 p.m., Green Spring Gardens • $12 

Queen of Hearts Tea Party 

Saturday, February 7 • 1-2:30 p.m., Colvin Run Mill• $15 

Nature DIY Valentines 

Saturday, February 7 • 2-3 p.m., Ellanor C. Lawrence Park • $9 

Winter Storytime-Valentines Day 

Saturday, February 14 • 10-11 a.m., Green Spring Gardens • $8 

Tea and Chocolates 

Saturday, February 14 • 1-3 p.m., Historic Huntley • $35 

Valentines Day Science 

Saturday, February 14 • 2-3 p.m., Hidden Oaks Nature Center • $10 

Valentine's Stargazing Stroll 

Saturday, February 14 • 4-5:30 p.m., Lake Accotink Park • $13 per family 

Couples Evening at the Nature Center 

Saturday, February 14 • 7-8:30 p.m., Hidden Oaks Nature Center • $12 

Taste a World of Chocolates  

Saturday, February 21 • 4-5 p.m., Colvin Run Mill • $20 

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