Celebrate Fairfax

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BUILDING A

Vibrant Community

SINCE 1981      

We’re the 501c3 nonprofit community building organization for Fairfax County. We work in partnership to celebrate the People, Art, Recreation, and Culture in our community!

Our Mission
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What’s New:

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Front view of The PARC at Tysons

Art & Culture Happens Here!

The PARC at Tysons is the headquarters for Celebrate Fairfax as well as the hub for building community and placemaking! The PARC is located at 8508 Leesburg Pike and hosts events, community initiatives, Shop Local Markets, art installations and more.

Learn More About The PARC!
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We work across the county alongside countless collaborators who share our goal of empowering those who live, work and play in Fairfax County to feel connected, engaged and celebrated. Find information, resources, opportunities to participate, and celebrations just for you here:

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Attend a Celebration
Couple dancing at Gum Springs community day
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Rodrigo Pradel, Mike Pacheco and other artists at The PARC at Tysons in front of large mural.
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Group from the Richmond Highway Young Highway Supporters
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Family at the Braddock Bark event
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Infant getting a caricature at Burke Lake kids day
Man clapping and smiling at the woman standing next to him in front of dais at Fairfax County Board of Supervisors meeting.
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Supervisor Kathy Smith smiling at person talking to her.
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Picture of a family holding up signs reading '#startlistening' and '#don'tendyourstory'
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Rodrigo Pradel kneeling next to a can of paint.
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Cardinal Cloggers dancing at the Winter Shop Local Market.
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Supervisor Rodney Lusk talking to a man.
Group from Fairfax County's Sheriff Department at their booth at the Celebrate Fairfax Kids event.
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Let’s Get Social

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Celebrate Earth Day with Hunter Mill District and Tysons Community Alliance on Sunday, April 27th from 3–5 PM at Tysons Forest! Come enjoy family friendly activities, including:

🧤 Stream cleanup
🚶 Nature walk with Sustainability Matters
🌱 Eco-friendly games & green resources

Learn easy ways to live more sustainably—from planting native plants to protecting migrating birds and connect with 9 local environmental organizations doing impactful work in the community.

Learn more and register here: #linkinbio

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Celebrate Earth Day with Hunter Mill District and Tysons Community Alliance on Sunday, April 27th from 3–5 PM at Tysons Forest! Come enjoy family friendly activities, including: 🧤 Stream cleanup 🚶 Nature walk with Sustainability Matters 🌱 Eco-friendly games & green resources Learn easy ways to live more sustainably—from planting native plants to protecting migrating birds and connect with 9 local environmental organizations doing impactful work in the community. Learn more and register here: #linkinbio

Culmore Clinic`s Spring Fundraiser is coming up on May 3 at the beautiful Hendry House in Arlington!

Enjoy an evening of wine pairings, culinary bites, and community—supporting healthcare access for uninsured and underserved adults in Fairfax County.

🕔 VIP Art Experience at 5 PM
🍷 Tasting Reception at 6 PM
👗 Garden Party Attire
📍 2411 24th St. N., Arlington, VA

Learn more and RSVP: #linkinbio

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Culmore Clinic's Spring Fundraiser is coming up on May 3 at the beautiful Hendry House in Arlington! Enjoy an evening of wine pairings, culinary bites, and community—supporting healthcare access for uninsured and underserved adults in Fairfax County. 🕔 VIP Art Experience at 5 PM 🍷 Tasting Reception at 6 PM 👗 Garden Party Attire 📍 2411 24th St. N., Arlington, VA Learn more and RSVP: #linkinbio

Happy Earth Day! 🌎

Celebrate with us by spending time outside at StreetSmarts at The PARC—a mobility maze where kids learn road safety skills through interactive, hands-on play.

This interactive mini streetscape helps children learn how to safely navigate urban environments—all while enjoying the fresh air and sunshine. It’s a perfect Earth Day activity that combines education, outdoor play, and community connection.

🌱 Sponsored by Tech Painting Co. & Gorove/Slade Associates in collaboration with Tysons Community Alliance.

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Happy Earth Day! 🌎 Celebrate with us by spending time outside at StreetSmarts at The PARC—a mobility maze where kids learn road safety skills through interactive, hands-on play. This interactive mini streetscape helps children learn how to safely navigate urban environments—all while enjoying the fresh air and sunshine. It’s a perfect Earth Day activity that combines education, outdoor play, and community connection. 🌱 Sponsored by Tech Painting Co. & Gorove/Slade Associates in collaboration with Tysons Community Alliance.

Chill out with us one last time during PARC in Bloom!

Join us at The PARC tomorrow, April 22, for Food Truck Tuesday featuring the always-cool Kona Ice of North Fairfax County from 12-2 PM! Bring your friends, your lunch break crew, or the whole family—because nothing says “hello spring” like a refreshing shaved ice treat.

📍8508 Leesburg PikeTysons, VA

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Chill out with us one last time during PARC in Bloom! Join us at The PARC tomorrow, April 22, for Food Truck Tuesday featuring the always-cool Kona Ice of North Fairfax County from 12-2 PM! Bring your friends, your lunch break crew, or the whole family—because nothing says “hello spring” like a refreshing shaved ice treat. 📍8508 Leesburg PikeTysons, VA

Book lovers, mark your calendars! The George Mason Friends Semi-Annual Book Sale is back, April 23–27 at the George Mason Regional Library in Annandale!

Shop thousands of high-quality used books, CDs, and DVDs across all genres—perfect for readers, collectors, and bargain hunters. Proceeds benefit incredible programs like the Fairfax County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, scholarships, Fall for the Book Festival & more.

For more information and the full event schedule visit the #linkinbio

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Book lovers, mark your calendars! The George Mason Friends Semi-Annual Book Sale is back, April 23–27 at the George Mason Regional Library in Annandale! Shop thousands of high-quality used books, CDs, and DVDs across all genres—perfect for readers, collectors, and bargain hunters. Proceeds benefit incredible programs like the Fairfax County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, scholarships, Fall for the Book Festival & more. For more information and the full event schedule visit the #linkinbio

In 2024, Fairfax County was recognized as one of the healthiest communities in the U.S. by U.S. News and World Report ! This ranking reflects our commitment to community well-being, public health, and quality of life for all residents.

Want more wins for well-being? Dive into the newly released Annual Report to see how we`re building a healthier, thriving Fairfax County: #linkinbio

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In 2024, Fairfax County was recognized as one of the healthiest communities in the U.S. by U.S. News and World Report ! This ranking reflects our commitment to community well-being, public health, and quality of life for all residents. Want more wins for well-being? Dive into the newly released Annual Report to see how we're building a healthier, thriving Fairfax County: #linkinbio

Celebrate Earth Day at Sully Historic Site on April 26th!

The Earth Day Festival is a fun-filled day of entertainment, hands-on workshops, eco-friendly crafts, and local vendors. Discover simple ways to protect our planet while enjoying interactive activities for all ages.

Let’s come together to celebrate and make a difference! 🌍 Learn more about the festival using the #linkinbio

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Celebrate Earth Day at Sully Historic Site on April 26th! The Earth Day Festival is a fun-filled day of entertainment, hands-on workshops, eco-friendly crafts, and local vendors. Discover simple ways to protect our planet while enjoying interactive activities for all ages. Let’s come together to celebrate and make a difference! 🌍 Learn more about the festival using the #linkinbio

Today is the day, Game Day is on at The PARC and we’re ready for some mid-day fun!

Join us and our partners FXA Sports for a friendly cornhole tournament with teams from Providence Office, Rotary Club of Tysons, Visit Fairfax, Vault Consulting (and more!) along with lunch from the iconic Vienna Inn Mobile Food Truck (here from 11:30 AM-2PM)!

📍The PARC | 🕛 Happening today from 10 AM- 2 PM

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Today is the day, Game Day is on at The PARC and we’re ready for some mid-day fun! Join us and our partners FXA Sports for a friendly cornhole tournament with teams from Providence Office, Rotary Club of Tysons, Visit Fairfax, Vault Consulting (and more!) along with lunch from the iconic Vienna Inn Mobile Food Truck (here from 11:30 AM-2PM)! 📍The PARC | 🕛 Happening today from 10 AM- 2 PM

A huge thank you to Kyle Williamson (@icanshoottoo) for being an incredible partner photographer for Celebrate Fairfax in 2024! 📸

Your incredible photography skills helped capture the magic at so many of our events, including Wheel Wise, Halloween, Winter Market, and the Create | Inspire | Empower Closing Reception.

We appreciate your dedication to showcasing these moments and your ongoing support!

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A huge thank you to Kyle Williamson (@icanshoottoo) for being an incredible partner photographer for Celebrate Fairfax in 2024! 📸 Your incredible photography skills helped capture the magic at so many of our events, including Wheel Wise, Halloween, Winter Market, and the Create | Inspire | Empower Closing Reception. We appreciate your dedication to showcasing these moments and your ongoing support!

Take a break, grab some lunch, and enjoy some friendly competition with us at The PARC for Game Day! Here`s what’s in store:

✅ A high-energy Cornhole Tournament with our partners at FXA Sports.
✅ Legendary eats from the Vienna Inn Mobile Food Truck (11:30AM–2:00PM).
✅ Teams from Providence Office, Vault Consulting, and more!

This is a great opportunity to connect with your community, enjoy the outdoors, and make the most of your lunch break. Learn more: #linkinbio

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Take a break, grab some lunch, and enjoy some friendly competition with us at The PARC for Game Day! Here's what’s in store: ✅ A high-energy Cornhole Tournament with our partners at FXA Sports. ✅ Legendary eats from the Vienna Inn Mobile Food Truck (11:30AM–2:00PM). ✅ Teams from Providence Office, Vault Consulting, and more! This is a great opportunity to connect with your community, enjoy the outdoors, and make the most of your lunch break. Learn more: #linkinbio