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
01
1:30PM, (16-Adult) Designed as a tranquil, rejuvenating retreat for the end of the day…
Feb
01
2:00PM, (14-Adult) Come learn about Metilda, an enslaved 14-year old girl who came to…
Feb
01
4:30PM, (5-Adult) Create a magical evening experience with a guided lantern walk around…
Feb
01
6:00PM, (6-Adult) Enjoy nature's tranquil beauty and the night sky under a full moon.…
Feb
02
9:45AM, (2-3 yrs.) Join us to learn about a different element of farm life each week.…
Feb
02
11:00AM, (3-5 years) Join us to learn about a different element of farm life each week.…
Feb
07
12:00PM, (All Ages) In honor of Black History Month, the Frying Pan Baptist Meetinghouse…
Feb
08
6:00PM, (Ages 3–Adult | Children must be accompanied by a registered adult) Get ready…
Feb
11
12:30PM, Invasive plants threaten native species that support our local food webs and…
Feb
14
1:00PM, (Adults) Love has been a subject for artists throughout history. In honor of St…
Feb
15
1:30PM, (16- Adult) Discover how 18th-century neighbors built community through the…
Feb
17
11:00AM, Sensory friendly times at the Cub Run Rec Center Leisure Pool …
Feb
21
12:00PM, (All Ages) In honor of Black History Month, the Frying Pan Baptist Meetinghouse…
Feb
21
3:00PM, You don’t need a large yard to make a big impact for wildlife. Join Laurie Dodd…
Feb
22
1:00PM, (Adults) There’s nothing quite like it for all kinds of things. Tea can be used…
Feb
24
12:00PM, Discover how even small spaces can support pollinators and local wildlife. In…
Mar
08
1:00PM, Women’s vocal ensemble The Seraphim Quartet performs as ladies of the…
Apr
10
11:00AM, Sensory friendly times at the Cub Run Rec Center Leisure Pool …
May
02
7:30AM, Collect your cosmic power in preparation for the 2026 Healthy Strides Heroes vs…

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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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