June is Women’s Golf Month and Fairfax County Park Authority’s courses are celebrating with activities and discounts just for the ladies.

As communities come together to honor this important milestone in American history, the Park Authority invites members of the community to celebrate and join in a variety of activities on and around Juneteenth that commemorate the past, celebrate the present and look forward to a future of unity and progress.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) Board voted to approve two Mastenbrook Volunteer Matching Fund Grant Program grants totaling $7,517 to support improvements at the Turner Farm Observatory and Lewinsville Park.

Preventing the spread of invasive species is crucial for preserving the health and balance of ecosystems. Invasive species include nonnative plants, animals or microorganisms that are introduced to an ecosystem outside of their natural range.

June is National Pollinator Month and the Fairfax County Park Authority is encouraging residents to celebrate and raise awareness about the significant impacts that bees, butterflies, moths, hummingbirds and even bats have on our surroundings and what we can do to protect them.

The Fairfax County Park Authority has set an initial series of public meetings to begin the discussion concerning the future of the Mount Gilead property and historic house in the Sully District.

The Fairfax County Park Authority will soon begin the work of resurfacing the tennis courts at Rutherford Park.

May 27 is opening day for a wide variety of entertaining activities for families, friends and entire communities to enjoy at our local parks.

Compete for bragging rights and prizes and socialize with fellow golf lovers!

To show our appreciation for the men and women who have served and are serving in the United States Armed Forces, all active-duty and veteran military personnel are eligible for discounted pricing at all Fairfax County Park Authority Golf Courses on Military Mondays.

June brings with it an abundance of opportunities to connect with nature and revel in the splendor of the great outdoors.

The Park Authority and US9 are partnering to host weeklong camps in June, July and August.

The Fairfax County Park Authority will soon begin construction work on the Laurel Hill Central Green Restroom. With the exception of a small staging area in the parking lot, construction activities are not expected to impact access to the park.

The contractor, Bright Construction Group, will be mobilizing on site during the week of May 21, as weather permits. Project completion is…

Discover your new favorite museum with the Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) on Thursday, May 18, in honor of International Museum Day.

The FCPA operates several historic house museums, gardens, and nature centers that preserve the natural and cultural heritage of Fairfax County. From the Archaeology Trail at Sully Historic Site to the historic Kidwell Farmhouse at Frying Pan…

Volunteer Fairfax and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors recently honored the achievements of volunteers serving across Fairfax County at an awards ceremony held May 10. Three of the ten Community Champions recognized at the event have been significant contributors to the Fairfax County Park System for many years.

Carl Sell, Franconia District: Carl was named the Lee District…

Join the Fairfax County Park Authority to celebrate the official opening of Accotink Creek Crossing on National Trails Day, Saturday, June 3. The day will begin with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 8:30 a.m., followed by a packed day of planned trail activities for the whole family! Activities will include:

Hike with a Naturalist (9 a.m. and 2 p.m.): Take a hike with a naturalist and…

Scott’s Run Nature Preserve in Great Falls, Virginia, is a fantastic natural resource to be enjoyed by those looking for a quiet place to enjoy a hike, gaze at the waterfall and streams, as well as the shoreline of the Potomac River; and to take in the rich abundance of local fauna, woodland creatures and natural resources. If you are seeking a place to drink alcohol, swim or wade in the water,…

Planning your workout routine can be daunting. Jumpstart your path to wellness by hiring a personal trainer.

Did you know that Fairfax County Park Authority employs personal trainers who can support your fitness journey? Whether you are just starting out or need help fine-tuning your routine, the Park Authority’s trainers can offer guidance on the equipment to use, make sure you…

National Trails Day is celebrated each year on the first Saturday in June. The observance commemorates a communitywide commitment to leaving the trails and parks better than when you found them.

Walking, jogging, biking or otherwise spending time along trails offers many benefits for sustained health and well-being. Physical benefits include building stronger muscles and bones,…

Each of the Park Authority’s 10 Farmers Markets now include food scrap disposal sites where customers can dispose of food waste to be composted.

Have you ever wondered what opportunities await you at one of Fairfax County Park Authority’s Rec Centers? Visit your local Rec Center during an open house and find out!

The Fairfax County Park Authority, joined by Mason District Supervisor Penny Gross and members of the community commemorated the opening of the Boyd A. and Charlotte M. Hogge Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, May 6.

The Fairfax County Park Authority has initiated the work to resurface the athletic courts at Dowden Terrace Park. The courts will be closed from May 8 through July 17 to complete the project.

During National Water Safety Month, the Fairfax County Park Authority is highlighting a variety of ways we’re working to make aquatics fun and safe for everyone.

The Fairfax County Park Authority is proud to honor the sacrifice offered by the men and women, and their families, who have given their lives in service to our nation in the U.S. Armed Forces with a free day for military families at Rec Centers and lakefront parks on Memorial Day.

With an award-winning system of 420 parks, the Fairfax County Park Authority relies on the help of thousands of volunteers to support its programs and initiatives.

Don’t miss this gold rush — secure discounted season passes for the Water Mine by May 29!

Every summer the Fairfax County Park Authority hires more than 1,000 seasonal employees to provide hundreds of programs, camps, amusements and recreational opportunities for county residents all summer long.

Make a difference, benefit your health and have some fun during Bike to Work Day on May 19.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is gearing up for another fantastic season of the Summer Entertainment Series with more than 180 live performances at 18 locations throughout the county!

The Park Authority is looking to fill various positions at sites across Fairfax County.

The Fairfax County Park Foundation was recently awarded a $34,000 grant from the Environment Fund, a component of the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia's Permanent Fund for Northern Virginia.

The Park Authority’s Our Special Harbor spray ground was just named the No. 2 splash pad in the nation in the 2023 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) received two awards at the 2023 National Association of Government Communicators (NAGC) Blue Pencil and Gold Screen Awards for excellence in government communications.

The Fairfax County Park Authority is hosting the first-ever Family Skate Night at Franconia Rec Center.

This Father’s Day, bring dad over to the Sully Historic Site Car Show to see more than 200 antique cars on display! Don’t miss this fantastic event on Sunday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Check out these fun, family-friendly events coming to a park near you!

The national commemoration of World Migratory Bird Day is set for May 13.

Fairfax County residents receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits can now DOUBLE their benefits at five of the Fairfax County Park Authority’s 10 Farmers Markets through a SNAP Matching Program.

May is Historic Preservation Month and there are many events in Fairfax County to bring awareness to historic places and heritage preservation.

With golf season in full swing, Fairfax County Golf is hosting a variety of tournaments at multiple golf courses throughout the county!

Fairfax County parks offer a wide range of activities for people of all ages, abilities and interests all year long.

Whether you are just starting your journey to health and wellness, looking for motivation to keep your plan going or looking for ways to switch up your fitness routine, a Park Authority Rec Center membership will help you to get on track and achieve your goals!

Are you a bug enthusiast? Do you have a passion for creepy-crawly creatures?

Come out for a fantastic activity-packed day at Colvin Run Mill on May 20, from noon to 3 p.m.

Despite a few early raindrops, the sun broke through the clouds as the Fairfax County Park Authority, Board of Supervisors and hundreds of local little leaguers and their families celebrated the historic opening of the county’s new state-of-the-art baseball/softball sportsplex at Patriot Park North on Saturday, April 15.

Join the Fairfax County Park Authority and a host of county and community partners to celebrate the diverse culture of the Culmore area!

Green Spring Gardens is preparing for its annual Spring Garden Day and Big Plant Sale.

Try your hand at being a real farmer at Spring Farm Day!

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking teenagers looking to develop their leadership and communication skills to become Counselors in Training (C.I.T.).

You’re not going to want to miss this year’s Skate the Wake at the newly redesigned Wakefield Skate Park!

If you are looking for a summer job with a fresh workplace environment, why not take a summer job where your workplace IS the environment?

It’s National Poetry Month and Arab American Heritage Month. Celebrate both at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park with the first in a series of Poetry in the Parks events.

Explore a thriving wetland sanctuary during Wetlands Awareness Day!

Stop wondering what to do on Earth Day! You’re invited to attend Fairfax County’s Earth Day Festival at Sully Historic Site on Saturday, April 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The weather is warming and the flowers are in bloom. Volunteer outdoors and enjoy the spring air, while benefitting your community!

Get a feel for the Fairfax County Park Authority’s preschool experience during an upcoming open house at the Spring Hill Rec Center Preschool in McLean.

It’s a new season and we have lots of fresh and healthy foods waiting for you at our famers market.

Hidden Pond Nature Center will be hosting a free open house on Sunday, April 16, from 3 to 5 p.m. Come and discover what Hidden Pond has to offer!

Brush off the tents and de-winterize your RV, it’s camping season!

Are you ready to create memories this spring? Don’t miss these 10 must-see Park Authority events offering unique family experiences to celebrate the spring season.

With so many things to see and do at Earth Day 2023, you’ll come away with fresh ideas for you and your family to show Mother Nature your love.

Calling all horse enthusiasts to the Annual Horse Expo at Frying Pan Farm Park!

The Fairfax County Park Authority is committed to reducing invasive plants in our parklands and we need your help!

The Fairfax County Park Authority has expanded its award-winning summer camp program to include multiple offerings at Laurel Hill Elementary School in Lorton, Virginia.

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board approved the 2023 Fee Adjustment Schedule at its meeting on March 22, 2023.

Be a part of the celebration on April 22, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., at the Sully Historic Site!

The incredible roster of summer camps hosted by the Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) has received recognition as one of Northern Virginia Magazine’s 2023 Best Summer Camps.

Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts Inc. (MORE) recently awarded Fairfax County Park Authority Executive Director Jai Cole with its 2022 Virginia Land Manager of the Year Award.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is overseeing the construction of the Annandale Civic Space, a unique hybrid park project located in downtown Annandale.

Lace up your hiking shoes, grab your camera and enjoy the ephemeral wildflowers that bloom in our parks.

The Fairfax County Farmers Markets are seeking musicians to perform at local farmers markets. Musicians and singers are invited to apply online through theMusic at Market website.

The FCPA Farmers Market program provides residents access to locally grown products and creates market opportunities for area farmers and food…

The Fairfax County Park Authority is now accepting online applications for Summer Rec-PAC scholarships!

Rec-PAC is an affordable, structured six-week summer program for children in grades 1-6 featuring a different theme each week. The program runs from June 26 through Aug. 3. Fees are based on household income, with $120 the maximum amount charged per week. Scholarships are…

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board has approved the name change of Franconia District Park to Grove Point Park. The name change serves to distinguish the park from the recently renamed Franconia Park and to connect the new name of the park with surrounding neighborhoods. The 62-acre Grove Point Park includes diamond and rectangular playing fields, garden plots, trails, forested areas…

Fairfax County’s largest Earth Day celebration is returning to Sully Historic Site on Saturday, April 22, 2023. Celebrate “Healthy People – Healthy Planet” with a day filled with fun, family-friendly games, activities, entertainment, food and more!

Only at Earth Day Fairfax will you be able to see farm animals from Frying Pan Farm Park, participate in a tree clinic, touch-a-truck,…

Have you ever wanted to be an archer? If so, consider participating in the Fairfax County Park Authority’s spring archery classes at Burke Lake and Lake Fairfax Parks. Choose from among a variety of beginner and intermediate courses. There are also classes to support progress towards merit bade requirements for local scouters.

Class participants will learn the 11 Steps of Archery,…

Mother Nature brings the showers, let Green Spring Gardens help with your flowers! With spring right around the corner, now is the perfect time to start preparing for spring planting. Horticulturists and master gardeners at Green Springs Gardens are ready to share tips, tricks, and creative new ideas for your gardens this year. Here’s a small sample of what is available:

Garden…

The Fairfax County Park Authority’s Burke Lake and Oak Marr Golf Centers are proud to partner with Youth on Course and the Virginia State Golf Association to provide juniors ages 6 to 18 with access to life-changing opportunities through golf.

Fairfax County and Youth On Course strive to create inviting, inclusive and accessible golf to help to create the next generation of…

Sully Historic Site is in search of interested college students seeking to expand their work experience in history, education, marketing and/or museum operations.

Sully Historic Site is pleased to announce the eighth year of the Margaret C. Peck Youth Internship program, sponsored by the Sully Foundation Ltd.

The Fairfax County Park Authority is encouraging participation in the annual One Dark Hour event, Saturday, March 25.

When the Mount Vernon Rec Center closed for renovation, the Fairfax County Park Authority remained committed to finding opportunities to offer ice skating programs.

Calling all volunteers! Join us for Fairfax County's largest official Earth Day Event on Saturday, April 22 at Sully Historic Site in Chantilly, Virginia.

Join Master Gardeners from Green Spring Gardens and learn new ways to prepare your garden beds for a successful spring planting.

Join us for a naturalist-guided hike though forested trails in search of all kinds of critters.

Spring is in the air, and the Fairfax County Park Authority is providing a wide variety of activities and programs for residents to get outside and enjoy the dawn of a fresh new season with budding blossoms, wildlife and a host of springtime activities.

The weather is warming and the trees are budding. It must mean that spring is on the way!

The FCPA is always searching for qualified, enthusiastic and motivated instructors to help our customers take their fitness and wellbeing to the next level.

The Fairfax County Park Authority is anticipating the start of maintenance work on the Lake Accotink dam by mid-March, weather permitting.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) Board voted to approve three Mastenbrook Volunteer Matching Fund Grant Program grants totaling $31,340 to support community-led restoration efforts at three parks and expansion of the batting facility at Chantilly Park.

Every dog has its day! Join us Sunday, March 26 at Grist Mill Park from 1 to 4 p.m., for the Ides of Bark – the ultimate celebration of Fairfax County’s four-footed friends.

Go for the green and save some money with the Golf Fairfax Spring Pass sale happening from March 23 to April 7.

This year’s Healthy Strides 5K/10K race and Kids Dash is set to take place on Saturday, April 29.

Looking for a sensory-friendly, fishing activity for the entire family? Lake Fairfax Park is hosting Anglers with Autism on Sunday, April 30 from noon to 3 p.m.

Are you looking for a summer job that matches with your own sense of adventure? Tired of the same old routine? If so, the Fairfax County Park Authority has options right for you!

National Invasive Species Awareness Week offers a perfect opportunity to highlight the outstanding work of Fairfax County volunteers in restoring hundreds of acres of parkland to their natural conditions. The

The Fairfax County Park Authority has the perfect summer job for you.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) will soon begin to install a new pedestrian bridge in the section of Sugarland Run Stream Valley Park between Heather Down Drive and Eddyspark Drive.

The Fairfax County Park Authority is excited to offer American Heritage Girls Badge Program in our parks.

The Fairfax County Park Authority offers an array of camps that are sure to be a hit.

February is International Recreational Therapy Month! Recreational therapy focuses on helping people with disabilities or illnesses live fully functional and independent lives.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is set to replace the playground equipment at Manchester Lakes Park in the Franconia District.

The Water Mine Family Swimmin’ Hole offers a wide range of employment opportunities this summer!

Visit Green Spring Gardens and see amazing works of art exhibited at both the Horticulture Center and Historic House as part of the Art in the Gardens program.

Kids Play Preschool at Franconia Rec Center is gearing up for the 2023-2024 school year!

Join us on Saturday, March 4, from 10 a.m. to noon, for the 19th annual EcoSavvy Symposium, presented by VCE Green Spring Master Gardeners.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) has scheduled a community meeting to discuss the next steps in consideration of the Resident Curator Program at the John C. and Margaret K. White Horticultural Park in Falls Church.

The Providence Rec Center has unveiled a commemorative banner in honor of Dr. Edwin Bancroft Henderson (1883 – 1977) for his lifelong dedication to serving the African American community.

It’s not too early to start thinking about your spring gardening.

We have entered harvest time, so bundle up by our fire and learn how maple syrup is made.

Don’t miss out on the Fairfax County Park Authority’s Community Garden Plot Rental Program.

Applications are now being accepted from vendors, exhibitors and food vendors who are looking for opportunities to reach thousands of county residents in a single day with a booth at Earth Day Fairfax.

Families, friends and neighbors gathered for the first Lunar New Year celebration at Burke Lake Park.

Join the Fairfax County Farmers Markets team as a Volunteer Market Manager!

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is looking for dedicated individuals who enjoy working with kids to “lead the PAC” this summer!

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board held its annual election of officers on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023.

February is Black History Month. This national observance serves as both a celebration and powerful reminder of the accomplishments, contributions and struggles of African Americans throughout U.S. history.

Children are naturally curious, and the Forest Preschool’s curriculum at Riverbend Park evolves naturally with their interests.

Park Authority campfire programs are filled with hands-on experiences, engaging activities and sweet treats!

The histories of enslaved people of the late 18th century have, far too often, been overlooked or lost in time.

The Fairfax County Park Authority has many activities to usher in the big day of adoration.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) Water Mine Family Swimmin’ Hole offers a wide range of opportunities to earn some cash this summer!

Laurel Hill Golf Club was ranked among the top 20 best golf courses in Virginia according to the annual Golfers' Choice lists generated by the GolfPass community ratings and reviews.

Take a break from the winter weather and get some tropical inspiration with upcoming programs at Green Spring Gardens.

Come to Green Spring Gardens to explore the sensational world of seeds!

With long evenings and clear skies, it is a great time to observe constellations and planets and create lasting family memories at the same time.

Have your child pack a favorite doll, drink and snack, and visit Sully Historic Site for an All-American Girls story.

Two of Golf Fairfax’s ranges were recognized as Top 50 Public Ranges by Golf Range Magazine, a publication of the Golf Range Association of America (GRAA) and the Professional Golf Association (PGA).

A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023, for the expansion and renovation of the Mount Vernon Rec Center in Alexandria, Virginia, one of the county’s oldest and most popular Rec Centers.

Black History Month is more than just a monthlong observance at the Sully Historic Site.

Welcome the winter with a two-session workshop at Colvin Run Mill Historic Site.

Fairfax County Park Authority Board Chairman Bill Bouie has announced his intention to step down as chairman of the Park Authority Board after 14 years of distinguished leadership of that body.

This year, nearly 300 contestants submitted photos showcasing the sights and scenes they experienced. The results were amazing!

Join the Colvin Run Mill Book Club to broaden your horizons through excellent literature, insightful discussions, and fantastic treats.

The Fairfax County Park Authority is helping to get young gamers off the couch, out of the house and into the community with the new Esports Club.

Commemorate the Lunar New Year with crafts, games, New Year’s resolutions, traditional snacks, and a discussion about history and culture.

Have a close encounter with some of the area’s common but curious critters!

The Fairfax County Park Authority has begun work to replace the playground equipment at Glasgow Park.

Registration for Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) summer camps serving children ages 3 to 16 will begin Jan. 10, 2023.

The Fairfax County Park Foundation has received a $20,000 grant to support the removal of invasive plants and replace them with new seedlings at Blake Lane Park in Oakton, Virginia.

Step confidently into a healthy new year and chart your course to improved health and wellness by creating a routine that works for you and meets your interests.

Jan. 5, 2023 may be National Bird Day, but it’s not the only time to appreciate the abundance of beauty, color and species of birds that reside in and migrate through Fairfax County.

Learning about the past is a fascinating journey of self-discovery, as the histories of former generations become a part of our own living stories.

If you need to break away from the hustle and bustle of the daily grind, give RV-ing a try at Lake Fairfax!

Dinos Roar in Puppet Show and Crafts at Hidden Oaks

Come and see exquisite photos of natural scenes and wildlife contributed by artists and photographers from across the D.C. area at the Green Spring Gardens “Art in the Gardens” exhibits.

Join artist and naturalist Avery Gunther and learn new tips and techniques to artistically recreate the beauty of outer space.

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board approved the project scope for the development of Ruckstuhl Park in the Providence District.

The Fairfax County Park Authority has scheduled its annual community comment meeting on the agency’s proposed fee adjustments.

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board has confirmed the reappointments of Michael Gailliot and Kevin Ta as recommended by the Fairfax County Park Foundation (FCPF) Board.

The Fairfax County Park Authority has achieved substantial completion on the development of Boyd A. and Charlotte M. Hogge Park in Falls Church.

The Park Authority reminds you to recycle your tree at the curb and not by dumping it in the woods or on Fairfax County parkland.

Learn to identify these owls from other native owls by their calls, markings and behaviors.

The Mount Vernon Rec Center will close its doors at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, for an extensive renovation and expansion project expected to last two years.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is beginning the Vendor Application process for the 2023 farmers market season.

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors reappointed three members of the Fairfax County Park Authority Board.

It’s interesting how much the day-to-day tools, utensils and technologies we use will tell of our day.

Parents and guardians will be able to drop off their children for up to two hours while they get in a workout, take a dip in the pool or enjoy any of the center’s diverse programming options.

Join the effort to find hidden treasures in nature through this creative winter-themed video scavenger hunt through the forest behind Cub Run Rec Center.

If you want to join in the fun of First Hike 2023, consider a sunrise or sunset hike with a naturalist at Burke Lake Park on New Year’s Day!

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board has changed the name of two parks and one Rec Center.

The Park Authority has received a proposal from McLean Little League to fund the conversion of the grass baseball diamond at Linway Terrace Park to synthetic turf.

Mason District Representative Ron Kendall was recently reappointed to the Fairfax County Park Authority Board by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors for another four-year term.

Join us on Sunday afternoons in January and February in 2023 and learn from the experts through Green Spring Gardens’ annual Winter Lecture Series for home gardeners.

Ring in the new year with a hike on Fairfax County trails! Even better, take a great photo and win a prize.

Are you looking for ways to keep your child busy this winter break? If so, look no further!

We’re having dinosaurs for tea! What could possibly go wrong?

Let your inner artist loose through Kaleidoscope Art Weaving!

IONA returns to the Sully Historic Site for a holiday concert on Dec. 30, 2022.

Visit the Sully Historic Site Visitor Center and the Squirrel’s Nest Museum Shop this holiday season to add a unique touch of local history to the holidays.

The newly refurbished and expanded Wakefield Skate Park is open to the public.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) Board approved a Mastenbrook Volunteer Matching Funds Grant to help fund a project to construct a concession/restroom building at McNaughton Fields Park.

Two Fairfax County Park Authority employees were presented with the 2022 Virginia Recreation and Park Society (VRPS) President’s Award at the society’s annual conference in Virginia Beach.

Visitors will experience holiday traditions and decorations, including an 1885 Christmas tree, from the families that lived at Sully during the 18th and 19th century.

Starting Dec. 1 through Dec. 23, 2022, come see the late 18th century decorations throughout the house at Sully Historic Site in Chantilly, Virginia.

For hundreds of student athletes across the region, winter brings the start of the competitive swim season.

Flying squirrels are commonly zipping between trees just after dusk, but many of us never get a chance to see them.

This new trail at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park combines the opportunity for a healthful walk, the chance to share and interact with your favorite little one, and it provides a cost-free outdoor adventure.

A winter’s evening is the best time to learn about fairy gliders, better known as flying squirrels.

Bring the whole family, including four-legged members, to celebrate the holidays at Lake Accotink Park.

If cleaning up Lake Accotink Park, while also competing with other high schools to collect the most trash sounds fun, it’s time to sign up for The Flap Trash Off.

Balance all the delicious holiday meals and hectic holiday shopping at your nearby Fairfax County Park Authority Rec Center.

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board, a 12-member board appointed by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors to set policy and establish strategic policy and direction for the Park Authority, has approved its 2023 meeting schedule.

Riverbend Park Forest Preschool will hold an Open House on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, from 10 a.m. until noon.

The Turner Farmhouse Foundation (TFF) is hosting its third-annual pancake breakfast and open house.

Come enjoy the Holiday on the Farm! Thousands of lights will decorate the Frying Pan Farm Park on select weekend evenings this December.

Bring the kids to Green Spring Gardens this December for one of these wonderful winter-themed programs.

Wouldn’t it be great if you could find lots of Park Authority holiday programs and events listed conveniently in one location? That’s what we thought.

There is always something interesting to do at Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Annandale.

The Oakton Community Park Volunteer Team, in collaboration with other Oakton community organizations, will host a crafts sale at the historic schoolhouse in Oakton Community Park.

Friends and family, local officials and members off the Fairfax Women’s Soccer Association will gather on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at 3:30 p.m. to dedicate a field at Pine Ridge Park in honor of Wanda Rixon.

The Fairfax County Farmers Markets have extended the season at three popular market locations.

The Fairfax County Park Authority in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) will soon begin work on the Burke Lake Park Marina Maintenance Project.

Celebrate International Children’s Day honoring children everywhere with a multicultural salute. Hidden Oaks will highlight fall festivals.

Snakes native to Fairfax County showcase superior adaptations that enable them to get a meal or to keep from being a meal.

Baby turkeys and their adults are very curious creatures.

November is National Native American Heritage Month.

Get set, get ready and root for your favorite cow when Frying Pan Farm Park hosts its third NASCOW Race.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) named Ryan Carmen to serve as its new Golf Division Director.

The Fairfax County Park Authority will join in the national commemoration of Veterans Day on Friday, Nov. 11, 2022, by offering free admission to the Rec Centers to those who serve and have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

In the November edition of artiFACTS, find out the story behind mended sherds of pearlware with a colorfully painted female figure found at a homestead in Lorton, Virginia.

Visit Colvin Run Mill to discover how communities, such as Colvin Run supported the young U.S. Navy during the War of 1812.

There has never been a better time to use your Fairfax County Park Authority Rec Center and the robust Aqua Fitness classes taking place.

There has never been a better time to use your Fairfax County Park Authority Rec Center and the robust Aqua Fitness classes taking place.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) will be working to remove and replace the existing bridge at Fairfax Villa Park.

Add your voice to the conversation via a short survey.

Hidden Oaks Nature Center took the challenge of filling the educational gap brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, developing a video alternative to onsite field trips.

Join lots of little ones for Halloween in the Woods at Riverbend Park on Halloween morning, Monday, Oct. 31, 2022, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Before the hustle and bustle of the holidays, treat yourself to a day of fun and learning.

The Fairfax County Park Authority was the recipient of just over $6 million in carryover funding approved by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors earlier this month.

Ellamae Doyle, former chairman and member of the Park Board, is the recipient of a Chairman’s Choice Award, which recognizes her many years of service to the Park Authority and to residents of Fairfax County.

This year, the Park Authority Board will present the inaugural Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Award, which was established this past summer.

There is still time to have your say and make an impact on the Fairfax County park system of the future! You can still join in the conversation online at two approaching workshops!

Fairfax County Park Authority Rec Centers will welcome back FCPS High School swim and dive teams starting Nov. 7, 2022.

Create a beautiful fall floral arrangement in the Floral Design Workshop.

Join all the other monsters and run for the fun of it at the South Run Rec Center on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022.

The Fairfax County Park Authority will begin construction of the equestrian parking at Turner Farm Park, located at 927 Springvale Road, Great Falls, Virginia.

Just in case you have not signed up yet, you can still spend a day in the 1800s and explore how local crops were turned into food.

The Fairfax County Park Authority is partnering with the McLean Citizens Association, Dark Sky Friends and the Analemma Society to host a celebration of the importance of dark skies.

On Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, a free Youth Fishing Derby for youngsters ages 15 and below will take place at Lake Accotink Park Marina.

One night a year, the forest creatures, and even some plants, come alive at Hidden Oaks Nature Center.

Outside, the bears are going to sleep, but you can make your own personality-filled felted toy bear.

Come in your favorite costume to Oak Marr Rec Center and play some Haunted Mini Golf.

In a new Parks Plus video, you can learn how these inclusive programs are making a difference and providing life-changing experiences for individuals with disabilities of all ages and ability levels and their families.

The Fairfax County Park Authority and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors will officially open new pickleball courts at two locations on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022.

The Fairfax County Park Authority farmers markets are pleased to announce the 2022 hot foods pilot program for the remainder of this year’s market season.

You never know what lies behind the walls in old houses.

October is Virginia Archaeology Month.

Discover techniques to create your own art projects and drawings using gel pens, art markers, colored pencils and watercolors.

Using real and simulated skulls and bones, children ages 5-11 can discover secrets that skeletons unlock.

As the air gets crisp, the fun of fall abounds in the parks.

Families can learn proven strategies to encourage these amazing native flying squirrels to your treed backyard.

The 17th Venture Into Volunteering Fair has returned.

Add a dose of motivation to your workouts with Group Fitness Classes.

The Fairfax County Park Authority has initiated a master plan amendment process for Trailside Park, a 6.6-acre local park located at 6000 Trailside Drive in Springfield, Virginia.

The activity heats up as temperatures cool down on the farm. See all that’s happening as Farm Harvest Days returns to Frying Pan Farm Park Oct. 14 through Oct. 16, 2022.

The Fairfax County Park Foundation (FCPF) will honor McLean Youth Soccer Association (MYS) with a 2022 Eakin Philanthropy Award.

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) will participate in National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), an annual awareness campaign that takes place each October.

The Fairfax County Park Authority is developing a Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Access Strategy (PROSA).

This weekend, you can renew your personal commitment to health and wellness. Healthy Together Fairfax (HTF) will be held on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022 from noon until 4 p.m. at Lee District Park.

Go Ape Zipline & Adventure Park, a Fairfax County Park Authority business partner, located at the South Run Rec Center, is celebrating the change in seasons with a variety of fun, fall festivities throughout September and October.

Fairfax County Park Authority staff can help you find where the fish are biting with fishing reports.

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board allocated funds to continue the popular Mastenbrook Volunteer Matching Grant Program.

Are you spellbound by the lovely trees you see at Green Spring Gardens? Learn about them and about how you can add more fall beauty to your own garden at one of these upcoming programs.

Are you looking for a fun creative outlet for yourself or your family this fall? Consider signing up for a fine arts class at Green Spring Gardens in October.

Beginning next week, site prep work will start on a Fairfax County Park Authority project that will replace the asphalt surfacing, color coating, fencing and gates, net posts, footers, and nets at the Borge Street Park basketball courts.

In just about two weeks, a Fairfax County Park Authority trail improvement project will get underway on the Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail in Difficult Run Park near the Dulles Access Road.

Join the Fairfax County Farmers Markets for the Fall Harvest Festival at four FCPA Farmers Market locations.

There are two Harold Strickland Partnership and Collaboration Award recipients this year. The recipients include the Friends of Frying Pan Farm Park and the Friends of Lake Accotink Park.

Announcing the inaugural year of the Ghost Town event at Burke Lake Park.

Do you have a small space but big garden dreams?

We invite you to explore the hidden history revealed in quilts inspired by Native American and Indigenous culture and lifeways.

Enjoy nature-themed stories in different languages in the magical setting of the Children's Garden at Green Spring Gardens.

The closure is estimated to be about two weeks in duration.

Due to mechanical failures beyond our control, The Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole in Reston is closed for the remainder of the season, effective immediately. 

The Audrey Moore Rec Center, the oldest of nine Fairfax County Park Authority recreational centers, will close its doors from Aug. 27 through Sept. 9, 2022, to address pressing facility maintenance needs, as well as its annual, routine pool whitecoat maintenance. 

During the remainder of August, the Norma Hoffman Visitor Center at Huntley Meadows will have modified hours on Monday, Thursday and Fridays.

Executive Director Jai Cole is getting to know the Fairfax County Park Authority by touring all 420 county parks in her first year.

Fairfax County is facing an invasion from an aggressive plant species called wavyleaf basketgrass, and it’s encouraging everyone to join the fight against it.

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors affirmed the selection of Jai Cole as Executive Director of the Park Authority today, voting to accept the recommendation of the Fairfax County Park Authority Board. Cole, a park professional with more than two decades of leadership experience with award-winning recreation and park agencies will begin immediately, filling the vacancy created by the…

The public is invited to a traditional land ceremony and sign dedication at Freedom Hill Park at noon on July 31, 2021.

Renovations are scheduled to get underway around June 14, 2021, on the tennis courts at the Park Authority’s George Washington RECenter in Alexandria, Virginia.

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 5 p.m.

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board (PAB) is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 5 p.m.

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board has approved three Mastenbrook Volunteer Matching Fund Grants to be used for trail and field improvements and construction of a pump track.

Sully Historic Site is offering a unique opportunity in March for folks to stroll the historic house on their own with members of their family.

The Fairfax County Park Authority is offering a free scavenger hunt with video clues in the Cub Run Stream Valley. Grandmother Frost has lost her gifts for the woodland animals, and it’s your job to help her find the presents as you walk through the forest behind Cub Run RECenter. Videos at stops along the trail lead you to your goal and teach you about the animals in the…

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board (PAB) is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2020 at 5 p.m.

As the clocks roll back this fall, use some of that extra hour to take a step back in time. Go on a virtual tour of historic Oak Hill beginning at noon on Nov. 1, 2020.

The Fairfax County Park Authority Board, a 12-member board appointed by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors to set policy and establish strategic policy and direction for the Park Authority, has approved its 2021 meeting schedule.

Just in time for the holidays, Green Spring Gardens' gift shop is now open for shopping by appointment only.

Explore the colors of fall at Green Spring Gardens on a customized, private family tour.

Decorate your home with colorful acorns that you create.

Oak Marr RECenter is welcoming all werewolves, vampires and goblins for a howling good evening of mini golf on Halloween weekend.

Treat your tastebuds to some Scotch whisky at two tasting events in the parks in November.

Take the “Mill Race Tour” on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, and trace the changes at Cabell’s Mill over its 250-year history.

Discover what critters are on the move in local parks after people go home for the day.

Give the kids a chance to relax with yoga in the gardens or give yourself a chance to turn garden fruits and vegetables into a beautiful home decoration. Green Spring Gardens is offering programs for kids and adults to enjoy on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020.