Park Authority

The Fairfax County Park Authority invites community members to attend a public meeting on Monday, October 19 at 6 p.m. to learn about the proposed improvements for Oakton Community Park. The meeting will be held at the historic Oakton Schoolhouse, located at 2841 Hunter Mill Road in Oakton.

Oakton Community Park has served the community since 2001, guided by a master plan developed in partnership with local residents. Several features—including a playground, natural surface trails and a parking area—have already been completed.

As the park’s use has expanded through collaboration with the Greater Oakton Community Association, the need for the next set of amenities has become increasingly clear. To support this growth, a phased conceptual development plan was created to outline future improvements.

Phase 1 of the development plan will focus on essential upgrades designed to better support current community use. Planned improvements include:

• A new picnic pavilion with visitor furnishings
• Walkway enhancements to improve accessibility
• A hose bib for improved utility access

Construction for Phase 1 is expected to begin in Spring 2027 and be completed by the end of Summer 2027.

Phase 2 of the project includes several larger enhancements including a restroom facility with kitchenette, a renovated playground, expanded parking, a community trail loop and new interpretive signage. These elements do not yet have a construction timeline, as they will be dependent on funding secured through donations.

Funding is secured for Phase 1 of the improvement project at Oakton Community Park. However, the project is designed to be scalable, meaning community contributions can help add additional amenities and enhanced features that elevate the park experience for all visitors.

More information about how community members can help enrich and expand Oakton Community Park during Phase 2 of the project is coming soon. Community support will make it possible to bring added elements to the park.

Public Meeting and Comment Period

At the October 19 meeting, attendees will learn about the Phase 1 design vision, hear how they can participate in shaping Phase 2, and have the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with the project team.

Following the meeting, the Park Authority welcomes public comments on the proposed Phase 1 improvements. Community members may submit feedback online through 5 p.m. on Friday, November 20. A separate public comment period will be offered once funding is secured and planning begins for Phase 2.

Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting and contribute to the future of Oakton Community Park—whether by sharing feedback, learning about the planned improvements, or supporting the next phase of the park’s development through financial contributions.

Learn more about the proposed improvements for Oakton Community Park by visiting the project’s PublicInput page. Questions may be directed to the Public Information Office at parkmail@fairfaxcounty.gov.

About Fairfax County Park Authority

Fairfax County Park Authority enriches the quality of life for all members of the community through an enduring park system that provides a healthy environment, preserves natural and cultural heritage, offers inspiring recreational experiences and promotes healthy lifestyles. Learn more about the Park Authority.

About the Fairfax County Park Foundation

The Fairfax County Park Foundation, a 501(c)(3), supports the Fairfax County Park Authority by raising private funds, obtaining grants, and creating partnerships that supplement tax dollars to meet our community’s needs for park land, facilities and services.  
 

A free Hispanic Heritage Month celebration featuring salsa dancing, cultural activities, environmental education and free vegetarian meals is coming to Alabama Drive Park in Herndon on Friday, Oct. 2. Salsa in the Park will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 1100 Alabama Drive. The event is open to all, and no registration is required.

Highlights include a salsa dancing workshop, salsa tasting and pollinator-friendly gardening activities, nature exploration with the Wonder Wagon, gardening information from Fairfax County Master Gardeners, face painting and arts and crafts. Free vegetarian meals will also be provided by SevaTruck.

The event is presented in partnership with the Fairfax County Park Authority, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors – Dranesville District, Defensores de la Cuenca, Opportunity Neighborhoods Herndon, Town of Herndon Parks and Recreation, Fairfax County Department of Transportation, Clean Fairfax, Fairfax County Master Gardeners, SevaTruck, Wonder Wagon and Northern Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District.

Visit the Salsa in the Park event webpage for more information.

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board voted to approve a Mastenbrook Volunteer Matching Fund Grant Program grant totaling $8,000 to support the design and installation of a mural on the surface of the athletic court practice wall at John Mastenbrook-Greenway Downs Park. The total estimated cost for this improvement project is $16,000.

In May 2025, the Park Authority repaired and repainted the practice wall at the athletic court in John Mastenbrook–Greenway Downs Park. The Greenway Downs Citizens’ Association (GDCA), a longtime partner in caring for the park, proposes adding a community mural to the wall facing the basketball court. This prominent recreational area is a popular gathering spot for residents of all ages.

The mural will reflect the natural beauty and historic character of Greenway Downs. GDCA will work with a local professional artist experienced in large scale public art to develop the design, with community input gathered through an engagement session with the artist.

The project aims to encourage community use of the park and foster stewardship. Residents will be invited to participate in the design process, help prepare the site, support a community unveiling event, and volunteer for ongoing mural care. The effort aligns with the goals of the Mastenbrook Volunteer Matching Funds Grant program by combining financial support and volunteer engagement to enhance the park.

$8,000 from the Mastenbrook Volunteer Matching Funds Grant Program will provide the funds sufficient to complete the project when combined with GDCA’s $6,000 cash donation and $2,000 in-kind contribution of volunteer services from GDCA. The total project budget is $16,000, including the in-kind value of GDCA’s volunteer services to be contributed toward the project.

John Mastenbrook-Greenway Downs Park is located at 2858 Woodlawn Ave. in Falls Church.

The Mastenbrook Volunteer Matching Fund Grant Program encourages public-private partnerships that improve Fairfax County parks and park facilities. Since 1999, the program has awarded approximately $2.2 million in grants for projects valued at more than $16.6 million. Grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to the maximum of $20,000 have funded such projects as trail improvements, construction of gazebos and shelters, and athletic field improvements.

For more information or to apply for a matching grant, visit the Mastenbrook Grants website or call 703-324-8740.

The Fairfax County Park Authority is embarking on an exciting new chapter for one of the region’s most beloved playgrounds. After two decades of heavy use, much of the original play equipment at Clemyjontri Park have reached or exceeded their anticipated service life. Although the Park Authority has continued to maintain the playground and replace individual components as needed, a comprehensive renovation is necessary.

Rather than simply replacing aging equipment, the Park Authority is reimagining the entire playground for a new generation of visitors. The vision builds on Clemyjontri’s legacy of inclusive play, while creating new opportunities for children, families, caregivers and visitors of all ages and abilities to play, explore, connect and enjoy the outdoors together.

The project is guided by the theme "Where Every Child Can Play" and seeks to expand Clemyjontri’s original vision of inclusive play.

The Park Authority has selected landscape architecture firm Hoerr Schaudt to lead the design of the revitalized playground. The emerging universal design will explore new play experiences, landscapes and amenities inspired by the diversity of Northern Virginia’s people and places, while preserving the spirit that has made Clemyjontri such a special destination.

Now, the community has an opportunity to help shape what comes next.

The Fairfax County Park Authority invites the community to a public meeting to learn more about the plans for reimagining Clemyjontri Park on Thursday, November 5 at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held in the cafeteria of Langley High School located at 6520 Georgetown Pike in McLean. The meeting will offer residents and park users a first look at the initial design vision and an opportunity to share feedback that will help inform the next phase of design.

Community members will be invited to provide input at stations exploring:

• How to honor Clemyjontri’s legacy while shaping its future
• What inclusive play means today and how the park can expand opportunities for children of all abilities
• Design inspiration drawn from Fairfax County’s ecology, culture, history and communities
• Preferred types of play experiences and structures
• Park aesthetics, including landscaping, materials, textures and sensory elements
• Ways to create a park experience that brings together visitors of all ages and abilities

The Nov. 5 public meeting is one of several opportunities for the community to help inform the project. Public comments will also be accepted online following the meeting through 5 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 7.

Residents and park users are encouraged to share their ideas, experiences and priorities for the future of Clemyjontri as the design continues to develop.
Community members who plan to attend the Nov. 5 public meeting and need meeting materials in a language other than English should contact parkmail@fairfaxcounty.gov by Oct. 22.

Funding from the 2026 Bond Referendum will support the base design for the reimagined Clemyjontri Park. The project is being designed to be scalable, allowing community contributions to help add amenities and enhanced features that elevate the experience for all visitors. The Fairfax County Park Foundation will soon begin accepting donations to help enrich and expand the reimagined park and further strengthen Clemyjontri’s legacy of inclusive, joyful play.

To learn more about the proposed plans for Clemyjontri Park and how you can make your voice heard, visit the Clemyjontri Park PublicInput page.

Questions can be directed to the Public Information Office at parkmail@fairfaxcounty.gov.

About the Fairfax County Park Foundation

The Fairfax County Park Foundation, a 501(c)(3), supports the Fairfax County Park Authority by raising private funds, obtaining grants, and creating partnerships that supplement tax dollars to meet our community’s needs for park land, facilities and services. 

The 2026 Summer Entertainment Series delivered powerful live performances for thousands of attendees across Fairfax County. The free series, presented by Fairfax County Park Authority, featured concerts by renowned musical groups, children’s entertainment, international cultural showcases and outdoor movies.

From June through August, the outdoor performances brought the community together to enjoy entertainment with families and friends. As the 2026 summer season comes to a close, FCPA looks back on another year filled with community and entertainment. This year featured:

• 128 free, live performances
• 3 outdoor drive-in movies
• 10 local series
• 22,500 estimated attendees
• 400+ volunteer hours

The Summer Entertainment Series comes to the Fairfax community through a partnership between FCPA, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and the Fairfax County Park Foundation, and the tremendous support of individuals, businesses, corporations and volunteers who contribute to the success of these entertainment series. The free performances and movies are possible thanks to the many private donations and sponsorships, which pay performers' fees.

FCPA and FCPF would like to acknowledge the support of the 2025 and 2026 Summer Entertainment Series by the following sponsors:

• Arrowbrook Centre LLC
• Canterbury Woods Civic Association
• Dominion Energy
• EYA LLC
• Family & Friends of Bob Lydick
• Friends of Frying Pan Farm Park
• Great American Restaurants
• Hilltop Sand and Gravel
• Interstate Moving|Relocation|Logistics
• Kings Park West Civic Association
• Lerner Enterprises
• McGuireWoods
• Mosaic
• National Endowment for the Arts
• NOVEC
• Pediatric Associates of Alexandria
• Pohanka Automotive Group
• Pulte Homes
• Ruth and Hal Launders Charitable Trust
• RZ Foundation
• School of Rock
• Sheehy Auto Group
• 66 Express Outside the Beltway
• Supporters of Mason District Park
• The Adler Foundation
• The Scott A. & Phyllis P. Crabtree Family Foundation
• Transurban-495/95/395 Express Lanes
• Tysons Corner Center
• Virginia Commission for the Arts
• Walsh, Colucci, Lubley & Walsh PC
• Wegmans
• Westfields Business Owners Association
• West Springfield Car Care
• Woodleigh Chase/Erickson Living
• Workhouse Arts Center
• Anonymous Donors

Explore these sponsors as well as the ways you can join in supporting the Summer Entertainment Series for 2027 by visiting the Park Foundation’s Summer Entertainment Series website.

Stay tuned for details about next year’s series that will be released in spring 2027 by visiting the Park Authority’s Summer Entertainment Series website.

The Summer Entertainment Series is sponsored by the Fairfax County Park Foundation. The Fairfax County Park Foundation, a 501(c)(3), supports the Fairfax County Park Authority by raising private funds, obtaining grants, and creating partnerships that supplement tax dollars to meet our community’s needs for park land, facilities, and services. Visit the Fairfax County Park Foundation website for more information or call 703-324-8582.

Step into a Halloween season packed with thrills, treats and traditions across Fairfax County parks. Ghostly golf, costumed parades, harvest festivals and family-friendly haunts fill the calendar with festive fun. Create memories with loved ones, explore new adventures and celebrate the magic of fall at Fairfax County Park Authority events designed for every ghost, ghoul and goblin.

Goblin Golf

Burke Lake Park, Oct. 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, Choose times between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Grab your Halloween costume (not required) and join us at Burke Lake Park for Halloween-themed mini golf, treats and family fun! Cost is $12 per person. Register today.

Farm Harvest Festival – Big Trucks, Carnival Rides and Fall Fun!

Frying Pan Farm Park, Oct. 16-18

Celebrate fall with carnival rides and games, farm animals, hands-on activities, food vendors and more. Big Truck Night is Friday from 5-7 p.m., Farm Harvest Days run Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the carnival continues throughout the weekend. Purchase unlimited ride wristbands in advance and save by Oct. 16. Individual ride credits are also available on site. Parking is $10 per vehicle. 

Sensory-Friendly Family Trick-or-Treat

Clemjyjontri Park, Oct. 18, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Celebrate Halloween in a calm, inclusive, sensory-friendly way at Clemjyjontri Park. Enjoy a variety of fun and accessible activities, including the carousel, train, arts and crafts, and themed treat stations throughout the playground, all with reduced noise and sensory support. Costumes are welcome but not required. Tickets cost $20 per person. 

Halloween on the Farm 

Frying Pan Farm Park, Oct. 23-24

Celebrate Halloween with farm animals, trick-or-treating, crafts, games and a tour of the decorated farmhouse. Choose a one-hour time slot Friday between 5 and 7 p.m. or Saturday between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. Advance registration is $12 per person through Oct. 22. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. 

Haunted Mini Golf

Oakmont Rec Center, Oct. 23-24, 4-9 p.m.

All werewolves, vampires and goblins (and their families) are invited for a fun night of mini golf. Trick-or-treat and win various goodies at Oakmont Mini Golf. Trick-or-treat and get various goodies at every mini golf hole. Come dressed in your best costume and enjoy family fun! Cost is $15 in advance and $18 at the door. Please note that the mini golf course closes at 9:30 p.m. 

Ghost Town

Burke Lake Park; Oct. 24-25, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Put on your costume and enjoy a not-so-spooky Halloween celebration with train and carousel rides, mini golf, crafts, trick-or-treat houses and family activities throughout the park. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Free for children younger than 2 with a paying adult. 

Spooktacular Halloween Runs

South Run Rec Center, Oct. 24, beginning at 3 p.m.

Hustle down to the South Run Rec Center to join in some Halloween fitness fun featuring the Monster Mash 5K Dash, Halloween Fun Run 1-Mile and Spooktacular Tiny Tot Trot. Come in your best costume to enjoy the spooktacular atmosphere with your community. Cost is $25 for the 5K and $15 for other runs. 

Halloween Costume Party: Family Skate and Dance Night

Franconia Rec Center, Oct. 24, 5-9 p.m.

Calling all gliding ghouls and goblins — our spooky Family Skate and Dance Night will be skele-fun for the entire family. Gather your favorite spooky crew and head out for this thrilling family-friendly event, with tunes sure to bring you back from the dead. Cost is $10 per person. 

House of Reptiles

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park Visitor Center and Amphitheater - Oct. 24, 6-8 p.m.

Amazing reptiles call Ellanor C. Lawrence Park home. Play games, test your courage at a touch table and meet these fascinating creatures up close. Then, calm your nerves by roasting s’mores around a campfire while listening to stories before taking a stroll through the darkening autumn woods

Mark your calendars, grab your costumes, and step into a month of Halloween adventures across Fairfax County parks by visiting our Events Calendar website.

Get moving, improve wellness and connect with community at Fairfax County Park Authority Rec Centers.

Visit any of the Park Authority’s nine Rec Centers for an Open House event on Tuesday, Sept. 22. Sign up for a free, 7-day trial or purchase a 30 days for $30 pass to receive admission and try out all the amenities these facilities have to offer.

Bring your friends and family to see what membership can offer. Come out from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 22 to learn more about membership, try fitness demonstrations/sample classes and enjoy other exciting activities depending on the location. In addition to a membership table, fitness orientations and various sample classes (get full schedules online), you will find the following:

• Audrey Moore Rec Center: Ice cream, snacks/drinks, table tennis open play and esports demo until 7 p.m.
• Cub Run Rec Center: Popcorn, face painting, snow cones, free InBody assessments, inflatable axe throwing and bubbles.
• Franconia Rec Center: Popcorn, free carousel rides, raffle, arts and crafts and ask a personal trainer 5:30-7 p.m.
• George Washington Rec Center: Cornhole, mini golf, splash pad, festive floats and esports.
• Mount Vernon Rec Center: Fishing for rubber duckies, Pokémon demo, ice skating demo and skating level evaluations, open rock wall climbing and photo with the ice resurfacer.
• Oakmont Rec Center: Face stickers, bobbing for donuts, pumpkin craft and campfires with s’mores.
• Providence Rec Center: Swim with a mermaid, photo booth and bring gently used sneaker donations.
• South Run Rec Center: Popcorn and giveaways.
• Spring Hill Rec Center: Popcorn, community gardening starter kit giveaway and esports tournament.

In addition to the fun activities happening at the Mount Vernon Rec Center Open House, FCPA will hold a special lifeguard open-hire event. Candidates can complete an application, take a swim test and interview with Park Authority staff, all in one location. This is a great opportunity to learn more about lifeguard positions at Mount Vernon Rec Center and take the next step toward joining the team.

Level up your commitment to wellness this fall by purchasing Rec Center annual membership — at a 15% discount — throughout September. Members gain access to a variety of tools to help meet personal goals:

• Access all nine Rec Centers.
• Enjoy pools, spas and saunas.
• Workout in Fitness Centers (with free orientations).
• Join drop-in group exercise classes.
• Get moving on sports courts, in gyms and on tracks.
• Take advantage of discounts for drop-in childcare (where available).

Purchase membership online or in person at any of the Rec Centers. Check out how to join, connect and get active by visiting the Rec Centers website.

The Fairfax County Park Authority is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Elly Doyle Park Service Awards, recognizing exceptional service and contributions to the county’s parks, natural and cultural resources and recreational opportunities.

The awardees will be honored during a recognition ceremony this October sponsored by the Fairfax County Park Foundation.

Established in 1988, the Elly Doyle Park Service Awards honor the legacy of Ellamae "Elly" Doyle, whose leadership as a member and chairman of the Park Authority Board helped expand the park system, preserve open space and enhance recreational facilities across Fairfax County.

This year’s honorees were selected for their dedication, volunteerism and commitment to protecting the county’s natural, cultural and historic resources. Awards are presented in five Fairfax County Park Authority categories, along with three Eakin Awards from the Fairfax County Park Foundation.

The Elly Doyle Park Service Awards will go to:

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park Friends Core Volunteers: Volunteers created popular community events and evolved them into community institutions, such as Park and Bark and Parktoberfest. They have awarded and sponsored field trips to The Woodlands and sponsored summer campers as well, increasing awareness and access to environmental education as part of the site’s mission.

Susan Voss: Voss has been actively involved with FCPA and Green Spring Gardens for more than 30 years in multiple active roles. She is an engaged and proactive leader, who continually works to sustain, enrich, and ensure the gardens remain vibrant, attractive and welcoming to all visitors.

Elly Doyle Special Recognition Awards

Ed Robichaud: Robichaud serves as a docent for the historic Kidwell House, providing tours with historical and interpretive information. He also drives guided wagon rides for visitors of all ages, including field trips and special events.

Lassine Doumbia Fakoli: Since 2007, Lassine has served as the lead volunteer and host for the Ossian Hall Park Spotlight by Starlight Summer Concert Series in Annandale. With a passion for education, nature and the park system, he has played an integral role in creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience for performers and guests alike.

Youth Award

Ariana Blake: Ariana is the President of Fairfax County 4-H and helped plan and lead various activities at the 4-H Fair held at Frying Pan Farm Park last August, including setting up the fair exhibit barn, training fair superintendents, assisting the judges as a fair superintendent and emceeing the Fair opening ceremony. Through her involvement in 4-H, Ariana has been volunteering at the Fair held at Frying Pan Farm Park since 2017 and has supported numerous other events, including Harvest Days, Halloween on the Farm, Holidays on the Farm and Spring Farm Day.

Juliet Phillips: Juliet has demonstrated leadership in participating in a number of site stewardship projects around Hidden Oaks Nature Center to help protect natural and cultural resources. For example, she helped repair and restore our model of a Woodland Indian Scarecrow hut and designed and built a snake exercise board, which is used in programs to show how our snake ambassador animals can move and climb.

Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Award

Maureen Doherty: Doherty has been an Adapted Aquatics volunteer at South Run Rec Center since 2019 and has given a total of nearly 600 hours of volunteer time to this program. She promotes diversity, equity and inclusion through her longstanding commitment to helping children, teens and adults with intellectual, developmental, learning, physical, or other disabilities learn how to swim.

Harold L. Strickland Partnership and Collaboration Award

Rob Hahne (posthumously): Former Executive Director of the Northern Virginia Travel Baseball League, Hahne, known throughout the community as “Mr. Baseball,” served on the Fairfax County Athletic Council for 16 years, the Sports Tourism Task Force, and the Visit Fairfax Board, among other organizations. His contributions to Fairfax County spanned decades and left a lasting imprint on parks, athletics and the broader community. His advocacy was instrumental in the creation of Patriot Park North baseball complex and driving tournament activity to the facility. He provided experienced, consistent guidance to the Park Authority on how the agency could best serve athletic programs countywide.

Mayo Stuntz Cultural Stewardship Award

Lauren Crum and Shelley Deutch: Co-Chairs of the Greater Oakton Community Association, Crum and Deutch have contributed to preservation and stewardship in Fairfax County by assisting with the management and stewardship of Oakton Schoolhouse to establish a meeting place -- seeking and collecting historical furnishings to create a “living history” museum at the schoolhouse. They delivered historical presentations and created educational programming.

Sally Ormsby Environmental Stewardship Award

Margaret Fisher: An environmental steward, Fisher has educated and inspired others across Fairfax County to restore vital habitats across public and private lands. Her work promoting native plants, removing invasives and rescuing trees have made a lasting impact over her 20 years of volunteerism and leadership. Fisher’s contributions and many roles include serving as a stream monitor at Popes Head Creek, an IMA site leader, and an active volunteer with Plant NOVA Natives, Plant NOVA Trees and the Tree Rescuers program, which has led to the rescue of at least 22,000 trees.

Chairman’s Choice Awards

Kiel Stone: Former Chairman of the Fairfax County Park Authority Board, Stone served on the Park Authority Board (2017-2025) as the Braddock District Representative and as the youngest board chairman in Park Authority history. He championed recreation and environmental projects and policies that advance the quality of life for Fairfax County residents.

Chris Leonard: Former Deputy County Executive for Health, Housing and Human Services, Leonard served Fairfax County for more than two decades and recently retired as Deputy Director for Health, Housing and Human Services. He began his career with the county as a budget analyst in 1999 and was appointed deputy director and later appointed acting director of the former Department of Community and Recreation Services (CRS). Prior to being appointed deputy county executive, he led the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services.

Harry Glasgow (posthumously): Environmental steward and parks advocate, Glasgow was a devoted environmental steward and advocate for protecting our natural world. He served as a member of the Fairfax County Park Authority Board (2005-2012), Fairfax County Park Foundation Board (2013-2026), the Fairfax Chesapeake Bay Exceptions Committee (2003-2012), and the Fairfax County Tree Commission (chair since 2008). He was a member of Friends of Huntley Meadows Park (since 1990), multiple Fairfax County "Friends" groups and the Prince William Conservation Alliance (since 2009), and he chaired the Alliance Conservation Committee.

Eakin Philanthropy Awards (Presented by the Fairfax County Park Foundation)

Judith (Judy) Ann Bailey (posthumously): Bailey’s Legacy Circle gift supported the Animal Attraction and Observation Area at the Woodlands Stewardship Education Center at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park. During her lifetime, she enjoyed bird and nature walks and photography at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park in Chantilly.

Giant Food: Giant Food has provided long-standing support via FCPF for Golf Fairfax, Healthy Strides, and other FCPA programs. Its impactful contributions include an annual donation of gift cards to the Park Foundation and providing food and drinks for hundreds of participants of FCPA’s Healthy Strides 5K/10K race.

Gilbert McCutcheon Park Volunteer Team: For the past 23 years, neighbors participated in the FCPA Adopt-a-Park program and are now an official FCPA Park Volunteer Team to help Gilbert McCutcheon Park continue as a treasured focal point for community activities and events. The team raised funds for a playground, swings, beautification and other enhancements at McCutcheon Park.

Olmi Family Foundation: The Olmi Foundation donated land and supported significant improvements at Fort Willard Historic Site. Their generous gift will fund an archeological study to confirm location and condition of Fort structures and to enhance access to educational opportunities at the site. The family also designated a portion of the Family’s funding for Essential Operations to help where needed most to sustain the FCPF’s mission of enriching Fairfax County parks.

About Fairfax County Park Authority

Fairfax County Park Authority enriches the quality of life for all members of the community through an enduring park system that provides a healthy environment, preserves natural and cultural heritage, offers inspiring recreational experiences and promotes healthy lifestyles. 

About the Fairfax County Park Foundation

The Fairfax County Park Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, supports the Fairfax County Park Authority by raising private funds, securing grants, and building partnerships that supplement tax dollars to meet the community’s needs for park land, facilities, and services. Visit the foundation’s website or call 703-324-8582 for more information.

Golf Fairfax is excited to once again partner with the Virginia State Golf Association to bring adaptive golf programming to Burke Lake Golf Center this fall. Adaptive Golf Clinics begin at Burke Lake this week and run through early October, giving golfers with disabilities the opportunity to build skills and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Golfers can then take what they’ve learned from the clinics onto the course during the Adaptive Golf Play Day in October.

VSGA Adaptive Golf programs provide golfers with disabilities opportunities to learn, develop their skills and connect with other golfers in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Programs are designed for players of all abilities and may incorporate both standard and adaptive equipment to support each golfer’s individual needs.

Join us for the Adaptive Golf Play Day on Friday, Oct. 16 at Burke Lake Golf Center, for an on-course experience designed for golfers with disabilities. The Adaptive Golf Play Day offers a supportive environment, where players can transition their skills from the clinics to the course, enjoy camaraderie with fellow golfers and continue developing their game.

The Play Day is open to golfers of all abilities and costs $20 per player. Golfers can register by visiting the Golf tournaments webpage.

All course ready golfers with disabilities are welcome, including those with physical, cognitive or other disabilities.

Burke Lake Golf Center is located at 6915 Ox Road, Fairfax Station. For more information, visit the Burke Lake Golf Center website or call 703-323-1641.

Golf Fairfax is committed to creating enriching experiences for all golfers, including those with disabilities. For questions about accessibility, please visit the Recreation Services for Customers with Disabilities website.

This fall, select bunkers at Greendale Golf Course and Burke Lake Golf Center will be rebuilt using the Better Billy Bunker construction system. These improvements will enhance playing conditions, improve drainage, reduce washouts after heavy rain and create a cleaner, more consistent appearance across both courses. Golfers can also expect longer lasting sand and an overall improved experience on the course.

Construction started on Sept. 9 at Greendale and will start Oct. 19 at Burke Lake. Both courses will still be open and playable with special discounts, but golfers can expect minor changes to the golf routes and some construction noise and equipment around the work areas.

Project Timelines and Impacts

Greendale Golf Course

• Project Dates: Sept. 9 – Oct. 27, 2026
• Course Impacts: Two holes will be closed: Hole #6 and one additional rolling hole closure where bunker work is being performed
• Golfer Discount: Receive 20% off 18-hole green fees only during the bunker project (includes the existing 10% Creek Restoration discount plus an additional 10% bunker project discount).

Burke Lake Golf Center

• Project Dates: Oct. 19 – Nov. 16, 2026
• Course Impacts: Rolling one-hole work zones Monday–Saturday
• Golfer Discount: Receive 10% off regular greens fees through the completion of the bunker project.

Both courses will remain open and playable throughout construction, with some minor route adjustments and occasional construction noise and equipment present.

For the most current project updates and course status, visit the Golf Course Operating Status webpage.