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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Dec
20
4:30PM, (2-Adult) Celebrate the season with an evening of holiday magic at the farm.…
Dec
20
1:00PM, (14-Adult) Explore the fascinating concept of biomimicry and how we can model…
Dec
20
11:00AM, All aboard the Holiday Express! Climb on for a train ride, spin around the…
Dec
21
4:00PM, (5-Adult) Celebrate the first day of winter and shortest day of the year with a…
Dec
21
12:30PM, (8-Adult) To many people, the winter season is often seen as cold and dark and…
Dec
21
11:00AM, All aboard the Holiday Express! Climb on for a train ride, spin around the…
Dec
27
2:30PM, (4-Adult) Enjoy a brief presentation and demonstration by our animal caretaker…
Dec
28
6:30PM, (4-Adult) Barred owls inhabit our stream valley parks. Learn to identify these…
Jan
01
4:00PM, (4-Adult) Take a hike with a naturalist in the evening to view the stunning…
Jan
01
6:30AM, (4-adult) Take a hike with a naturalist in the early morning to view the…
Jan
02
6:00PM, (6-Adult) This program is a tour of the planets and moons of our Solar System…
Jan
02
11:00AM, Sensory friendly times at the Cub Run Rec Center Leisure Pool welcomes…
Jan
03
6:00PM, (6-Adult) Enjoy nature's tranquil beauty and the night sky under a full moon.…
Jan
03
5:00PM, (5-Adult) Create a magical evening experience with a guided lantern walk around…
Jan
03
4:45PM, (6-Adult) Join a park naturalist for a guided walk along the forested paths to…
Jan
03
1:00PM, (14-Adult) Explore the 5 parameters of what makes a food system truly green and…
Jan
03
11:00AM, (4-Adult) Learn the science and art of building a fire and then test your skill…
Jan
03
11:00AM, (3-Adult) Explore the trails with a naturalist to learn about the different…
Jan
04
1:00PM, (3-9 yrs.) Create fun crafts and activities. Build and race penguins and create…
Jan
04
10:30AM, (2-5 yrs.) With the help of Mr. Bear, learn about the weather with a felt-board…

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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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