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
Fairfax County Park Authority

What We Do

The Park Authority Mission is to enrich 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.

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Upcoming Public Meetings/Events

There will be an in person meeting of the Park Authority Board, in the 9th Floor, Park Authority Board Room of the Herrity Building, 12055 Government Center Parkway on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

Mark your calendar for the 2026 Earth Day Festival! Learn how you can make a positive impact on the planet through exciting, interactive activities and games.

Park Authority Honored with Governor’s Environmental Award for Spring Hill Recreation Center Energy Upgrades

FCPA receives award

The Fairfax County Park Authority was honored with a Governor’s Environmental Award in recognition of its energy upgrades at the Spring Hill Rec Center on March 24 at the Environment Virginia Symposium in Richmond. The awards program recognizes successful and innovative efforts that improve Virginia's environment.


 

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Children at earth day festival
Fairfax County’s largest Earth Day celebration Earth Day Fairfax is almost here and at a new location. The 2026 event will take place on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lake Fairfax Park in Reston.
McLean Farmers Market
Spring is here — and so are fresh, local flavors. Fairfax County Farmers Markets return for the 2026 season, bringing farm-fresh produce, baked goods and specialty foods to communities across the county. Don’t miss markets at Burke, Mount Vernon and Reston that open in April!
hybla valley park
The Fairfax County Park Authority will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate recent improvements at Hybla Valley Park, located at 3431 Lockheed Blvd. in Alexandria, on Friday, May 8, at 4:30 p.m.
spring farm day
See life on the farm in full swing — including the spring baby boom — at Spring Farm Day on Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Frying Pan Farm Park. Experience hands-on activities, live demonstrations and family-friendly fun throughout the day.Event highlights include:
horse expo
Horse lovers of all ages are invited to Frying Pan Farm Park for the Annual Horse Expo, a day dedicated to celebrating the equestrian world through demonstrations, hands-on experiences and family-friendly fun.
dark skies
Step outside, look up and rediscover the night. During International Dark Sky Week, April 13–20, the Fairfax County Park Authority invites the community to experience the beauty of dark skies and take simple steps to protect them.
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