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
08
4:30PM, (4-Adult) Enjoy a late afternoon walk to learn why winter is the best time to…
Feb
08
7:00PM, (4-Adult) Enjoy an evening around the campfire, toasting marshmallows over the…
Feb
09
10:00AM, (6-12 yrs.) Explore how bird adaptations allow birds to live in their chosen…
Feb
09
10:00AM, (1-3 yrs.) Bring your toddler to explore nature through sight, sound, smell and…
Feb
09
10:30AM, (3-5 yrs.) Your preschooler enjoys nature-themed toys and puzzles while you…
Feb
10
10:00AM, (1-6 yrs.) Enjoy 2 hours of unstructured themed play time to meet new friends…
Feb
11
11:00AM, (1-3 yrs.) Hop through history with your toddler as they explore the past…
Feb
11
12:30PM, Invasive plants threaten native species that support our local food webs and…
Feb
11
4:30PM, (3-Adult) It's dinner time at the nature center and worms and insects are on…
Feb
12
1:00PM, (6-Adult) Explore the exciting world of science with fun hands-on experiments,…
Feb
14
10:00AM, (All Ages) Love is in the air at Green Spring Gardens. Come read Valentine's…
Feb
14
12:00PM, (8-Adult) Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a storytelling adventure rooted in…
Feb
14
1:00PM, (Adults) Love has been a subject for artists throughout history. In honor of St…
Feb
14
1:00PM, (Adults) Love has been a subject for artists throughout history. In honor of St…
Feb
14
2:00PM, (5-Adult) Does Valentine’s Day make you think of electricity, chemistry,…
Feb
14
4:00PM, Course strategy and management is the art of making smart decisions on the golf…
Feb
14
4:00PM, (8-Adult) Share the wonder of winter stars with someone special during our…
Feb
14
7:00PM, (Adults) Enjoy a peaceful adults only visit to the nature center for Valentine’…
Feb
15
11:00AM, (4-Adult) Hike through the winter woods to learn some useful tips for…
Feb
15
11:00AM, (4-Adult) The sap is rising and the maple trees are tapped. Bundle up to brave…

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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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