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 joint meeting with Environmental Quality Advisory Council (EQAC) and Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) Board, in the Fairfax County Government Center - Conference Room 4/5, 12000 Government Center Pkwy., Fairfax, VA 22035 on Wednesday, April 8, 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.

Collect your cosmic power in preparation for the 2026 Healthy Strides Heroes vs. Villains 5K/10K! Whether you gravitate towards the light side or dark side, assemble your squad to conquer this race at Burke Lake Park on May 2, 2026.

  • When: 7:30 a.m., Saturday, May 2, 2026 
  • Where: Burke Lake Park, 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station

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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FCPA An Award-Winning Park System

FCPA Nationally Acclaimed

 

top employer for interns
The Fairfax County Park Authority is proud to announce that we have been recognized for the second year in a row as a 2026 Top Employer for Interns by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia.
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Bring the whole family to Earth Day Fairfax at Lake Fairfax Park on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Fairfax County’s largest Earth Day celebration.
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Spring comes alive along the Potomac River as Bluebells at the Bend returns to Riverbend Park on Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Celebrate one of Northern Virginia’s most anticipated traditions with a day of nature, discovery and family-friendly fun.
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With an award-winning system of 424 parks, the Fairfax County Park Authority relies on thousands of volunteers to support its programs and initiatives. It would be extremely difficult, if not impossible, to operate this nationally recognized park system without their dedicated service.
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The Fairfax County Park Authority invites the community to a special informational meeting about the highly anticipated renovation of Audrey Moore Rec Center. The meeting will be held on Saturday, May 2 at 2 p.m. at Wakefield Forest Elementary School, locate at 4011 Iva Lane in Fairfax, in the cafeteria.
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This summer, junior golfers across Fairfax County will have a new opportunity to compete, improve and shine with the launch of the Golf Fairfax Junior Tournament Series, or GFJTS.
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