• Old Town Hall at night

    Old Town Hall

    This stately Colonial Revival building in the heart of Old Town Fairfax City hosts lots of community and private events.

  • Fairfax City Hall

    City Hall

    Our community starts here! Stop by to conduct business, sit in on a City Council meeting or join a board or commission.

  • The dancer sculpture in front of the Sherwood Center

    Stacy C. Sherwood Center

    Want a great family or date night? It’s all here (from free movies to concerts) at our gorgeous community center.

  • Summer sunflowers in a field at sunset at Van Dyck Park

    Van Dyck Park

    More than 90 percent of city residents live within a half-mile of a gorgeous park! The crown jewel: Van Dyck Park's 20 acres.

In the Spotlight

  • Curbside Leaf Collection Nov. 4 - Jan. 3, 2025

    Please rake leaves loose to the curb during this time

    Learn More

  • Nominations are open for the 2025 Women of Influence

    Nominate a Fairfax City woman for the 2025 Women of Influence award by Jan. 30, 2025

    Learn More

  • Attend the Willard-Sherwood Project Open House Nov. 16

    Join us from 9-11 a.m. at the Sherwood Center, with a presentation at 10 a.m. on design updates

    Learn More

  • Feedback Sought on Two-Year Transportation Program

    Let us know which projects should get the green light

    Learn More

  • Volunteers Sought for New City Board

    Advise and assist city leaders and staff on addressing housing, homelessness, and a healthy community

    Learn More

  • Check Out the latest Parks & Rec Connected Magazine

    Keep recreation class and event information at your fingertips

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  • Discover Fairfax City Via the 2024 Fact Book

    Find out about your city through fascinating facts, figures, graphs, and images

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  • Want to Stay at Home as You Age? Join the Village!

    Find out how city volunteers can connect you with resources and help you build community

    Learn More

Meetings & Events

Oct
18

Traveling Exhibit, "Reimagining America: The Maps of Lewis and Clark"

10/18/2024 11:00 AM - 1/22/2025 4:00 PM
Nov
21

Friday Morning Music Club

12:00 PM
Nov
22

Bonita Lestina Old Town Hall Performance Series - Main Street Chamber Players

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Nov
23

“"I have no Doubt…He will Prove Himself an Able Commander,' George Armstrong Custer’s Path from Lieutenant to Brigadier General "

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Nov
25

FUNDAY MONDAY with Oh Susannah! Music

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Nov
26

FREE Guided Tour of "The Fairfax Story" Exhibition

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Nov
27

Thanksgiving holiday closures (Commonwealth services only: General District Court, DMV Select)

All Day
Nov
28

Thanksgiving — city government closures, service information

All Day
Nov
29

Day after Thanksgiving Holiday — city government closures, service information

All Day
Dec
02

FUNDAY MONDAY - Music Together Sing and Groove!

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Dec
05

Hershel and The Hanukkah Goblins

12/5/2024 7:30 PM - 12/8/2024 10:00 PM
Dec
06

City Government Closures: Employee Recognition Luncheon

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Dec
06

Holiday Market

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Dec
06

ARTScreen

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Dec
07

Holiday Open House at Noman M. Cole Jr. Pollution Control Plant

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Dec
07

Festival of Lights and Carols - Gingerbread House Decoration

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Dec
07

Holiday-Focused Guided Tours of Ratcliffe-Allison-Pozer House

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Dec
07

Holiday Market

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Meetings & Events

Nov
20

Environmental Sustainability Committee Meeting

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Nov
21

Community Meeting: Zoning Standards for Accessory Dwelling Units

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Nov
25

Planning Commission Meeting

7:00 PM
Dec
02

School Board Regular Meeting

6:30 PM
Dec
03

City Council work session

7:00 PM
Dec
04

Fairfax Village in the City Advisory Board meeting

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Dec
04

BAR Regular Meeting

7:00 PM - 9:59 PM
Dec
09

FUNDAY MONDAY - My Gym at Sherwood!

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Dec
09

Planning Commission Meeting

7:00 PM
Dec
10

City Council Meeting

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Dec
12

Commission on the Arts Monthly Meeting

12/12/2024 7:00 PM - 12/17/2024 12:59 AM
Dec
17

School Board Joint Work Session with FCPS School Board

All Day
Dec
17

Commission for Women meeting

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Dec
18

Environmental Sustainability Committee Meeting

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Dec
23

Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELED

7:00 PM
Jan
06

School Board Regular Meeting

6:30 PM
Jan
07

City Council work session

7:00 PM
Jan
13

School Board Work Session

6:30 PM
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News

Judicial Drive Trail Bridge Overnight Installation Set for Nov. 26

Judicial Drive Trail Bridge Overnight Installation Set for Nov. 26

There should be no loud noises during construction. However, some properties near the site may hear beeping and engine noise.
Holiday Closures, Service Schedule: Thanksgiving, Day After Thanksgiving

Holiday Closures, Service Schedule: Thanksgiving, Day After Thanksgiving

Here is city service and facility hours information, including refuse and recycling service, for the week of the Thanksgiving holiday
Cole Plant Holiday Open House Set for Dec. 7

Cole Plant Holiday Open House Set for Dec. 7

Facility tours and hands-on activities help the whole family learn how the pollution control plant cleans our water
Melanie Zipp completes Virginia Women’s Municipal Leadership Institute at the Virginia Tech Roanoke Center

Melanie Zipp completes Virginia Women’s Municipal Leadership Institute at the Virginia Tech Roanoke Center

Assistant Fairfax City Manager Melanie Zipp completed the Virginia Women’s Municipal Leadership Institute.
Nominate a Fairfax City Woman for the 2025 Women of Influence Award

Nominate a Fairfax City Woman for the 2025 Women of Influence Award

Nominations are open on the city website from Nov. 8, 2024 - Jan. 30, 2025
Feedback Sought on Two-Year Transportation Program

Feedback Sought on Two-Year Transportation Program

Let us know by Dec. 31 which projects should get the green light
The City is Developing a Green Building Policy: Learn More and Get Involved

The City is Developing a Green Building Policy: Learn More and Get Involved

Visit the Engage Fairfax page on this project and attend the public meeting on Nov. 7
Curbside Leaf Collection Provided Weekdays Nov. 4 - Jan. 3, 2025

Curbside Leaf Collection Provided Weekdays Nov. 4 - Jan. 3, 2025

Rake leaves loose to the curb by Dec. 27; o bagged leaves collected until 2025
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