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

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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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Join the movement at FCPA Farmers Markets this Plastic Free July—a global campaign to reduce plastic pollution and create cleaner, greener communities! Each year, it’s estimated that FCPA Farmers Markets alone contribute over half a million plastic bags to the environment. Most of these bags can’t be recycled curbside and end up in landfills—or worse, polluting our parks, streams and forests.
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July is National Ice Cream Month, and there's no cooler way to celebrate than with a visit to your favorite Fairfax County park. Whether you prefer it in a cone, a cup or with sprinkles on top, the Fairfax County Park Authority has a scoop (or two!) of sweet ways to enjoy this classic summer treat.
Discovery trail map
Ready for a summer adventure close to home? The Fairfax County Park Authority invites families and explorers of all ages to hit the trail and celebrate 75 years of parks and recreation with the 2025 Discovery Trail Map. This free, self-guided adventure is the perfect staycation activity, combining outdoor fun, learning and chances to win great prizes!
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Nothing says summer like live music outdoors in the open air. Fairfax County Park Authority’s Summer Entertainment Series presents free concerts all summer long from award-winning entertainers set at parks across the county. With everything from throwback tunes to modern pop, jazz and soul hits, to children’s songs, this year’s lineup spans genres and generations.
Bourbon Bottles
Take your summer sipping to the next level at Jailbreak Johnny’s Private Stock Tasting Series – an exclusive, guided bourbon tasting event at Laurel Hill Golf Club. On Saturday, July 26 from 4 to 6 p.m., discover the bold and distinctive flavors of the Penelope Project X Collection, in an elegant, scenic setting.
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