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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Artist Rodrigo Pradel kneeling talking to young girl with Celebrate! Art written across the bottom.
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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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Get Connected
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Attend a Celebration
Couple dancing at Gum Springs community day
Girl with ice cream smiling at Braddock Bark
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.
Adult kneeling in grass with youth in her lap smiling at camera at the Celebrate Fairfax Kids event.
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Boy sitting in the driver's seat of a Sheriff's Car looking at the camera.
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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Young girl performing and ethnic dance smiling and looking to the side with her arms raised in front of her wearing traditional attire.
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Two women at Northern Virginia Positive Aging & Wellness Fair
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Jeff McKay and Ms Azcarete smiling at camera
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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Mother and child smiling at camera at Block Party
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The Magic Art Bus booth at Winter Shop Local Market with two women and two young girls smiling at camera.

Let’s Get Social

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Mission Monday: Let’s Grow Fairfax Together! 🌱✨At Celebrate Fairfax, our mission is to bring people together and create a sense of belonging through meaningful events, partnerships, and community-focused initiatives. But to make this happen, we need YOU! What’s one way YOU would like to see our community grow or improve this year? Whether it`s a new event idea, a cause close to your heart, we want to hear from you! Drop your thoughts in the comments — together, we can make 2025 a year of connection and growth for all of Fairfax County! 💬🌟

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Mission Monday: Let’s Grow Fairfax Together! 🌱✨At Celebrate Fairfax, our mission is to bring people together and create a sense of belonging through meaningful events, partnerships, and community-focused initiatives. But to make this happen, we need YOU! What’s one way YOU would like to see our community grow or improve this year? Whether it's a new event idea, a cause close to your heart, we want to hear from you! Drop your thoughts in the comments — together, we can make 2025 a year of connection and growth for all of Fairfax County! 💬🌟

Fairfax Friday: Celebrate the Year of the Snake! 🐍🧧Join our friends at the Providence District for the inaugural Lunar New Year Open House! Experience cultural performances, Chinese calligraphy, traditional foods, and more. It’s a family-friendly celebration you won’t want to miss!
For more info, go to @supvpalchik.

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Fairfax Friday: Celebrate the Year of the Snake! 🐍🧧Join our friends at the Providence District for the inaugural Lunar New Year Open House! Experience cultural performances, Chinese calligraphy, traditional foods, and more. It’s a family-friendly celebration you won’t want to miss! For more info, go to @supvpalchik.

What’s Up Wednesday: Stargazing This Saturday! ✨🔭
Join the National Air and Space Museum this Saturday, January 11th, from 5:30 p.m to 7:30 p.m. at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center for Second Saturday Stargazing!

✨For more info, follow @airandspacemuseum!#WhatsUpWednesday

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What’s Up Wednesday: Stargazing This Saturday! ✨🔭 Join the National Air and Space Museum this Saturday, January 11th, from 5:30 p.m to 7:30 p.m. at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center for Second Saturday Stargazing! ✨For more info, follow @airandspacemuseum!#WhatsUpWednesday

Fairfax Friday Highlight 🌟
Applications are now open for the 2025 FCPA Farmers Market season! If you`re a local farmer or producer within 125 miles of Fairfax County, this is your chance to get involved!

Fairfax Farm Markets will be hosting a New Vendor Interest Meeting on January 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. to noon. This virtual meeting will cover everything you need to know about the application process, including fees, requirements, and tips for success.
To learn more and get the full details,
visit @fairfaxfarmmarkets

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Fairfax Friday Highlight 🌟 Applications are now open for the 2025 FCPA Farmers Market season! If you're a local farmer or producer within 125 miles of Fairfax County, this is your chance to get involved! Fairfax Farm Markets will be hosting a New Vendor Interest Meeting on January 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. to noon. This virtual meeting will cover everything you need to know about the application process, including fees, requirements, and tips for success. To learn more and get the full details, visit @fairfaxfarmmarkets

Don’t miss the kick-off of McLean Community Center`s 50th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, Jan. 4, at 7 p.m.! 🎉
The event will include a history talk, the premiere of MCC`s 50th Anniversary video, and a reception. #FairfaxFriday

⭐ Check out their page for more details and updates: @mcleancenterva

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Don’t miss the kick-off of McLean Community Center's 50th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, Jan. 4, at 7 p.m.! 🎉 The event will include a history talk, the premiere of MCC's 50th Anniversary video, and a reception. #FairfaxFriday ⭐ Check out their page for more details and updates: @mcleancenterva

Warmest wishes from Celebrate Fairfax this holiday season! As we celebrate the spirit of community, we are grateful for all the connections we`ve made and the joy we`ve shared. May your holidays be filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. ✨

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Warmest wishes from Celebrate Fairfax this holiday season! As we celebrate the spirit of community, we are grateful for all the connections we've made and the joy we've shared. May your holidays be filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. ✨