Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month in Fairfax County. Honoring the unique heritage of Fairfax County’s immigrant population and learning more about the diverse backgrounds that enrich our county. Visit us here throughout the month of June to explore and learn about the variety of experiences and resources within the Fairfax community.
Throughout June, we are collaborating with Visit Fairfax and Fairfax CORE to highlight and celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month! Use our guide below to explore events, activities, and celebrations happening across the county. Click to discover the month-long activations and additional resources we’ve curated for you!
Share Your Heritage
Where We Belong Art Contest
Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month by sharing your story through art! The "Where We Belong" Art Contest encourages the youth of Fairfax County to draw inspiration from their families and communities, capturing the vibrant and diverse backgrounds of our shared home. Get involved by clicking the button below to submit your masterpiece and view the virtual gallery!
Flavors of Fairfax
Join us for Immigrant Heritage Month as we embark on a culinary journey, bringing global flavors to our local community. Each week in June, we'll explore a variety of cuisines throughout the county, showcasing recipes, foodie favorites, and the talented creators behind these culinary masterpieces. Plus, we'll be listening to local foodies for insider tips on the best dining spots to satisfy your taste buds! We invite everyone to get involved! If you are a chef, restaurant owner, or food enthusiast, please click our survey below to share your story or recommend some hidden gems around Fairfax County.
Events and Activations
This Week
Where We Belong Art Contest
Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month by sharing your story through art! The "Where We Belong" Art Contest Winners are below to learn about the contestants and see the full gallery visit the virtual gallery.
K - 2nd Grade
- Ava A
- Benjamin S.
- Aya B.
3rd - 6th Grade
- Mollie H.
- Yuri J.
- Joyce L.
7th - 12th Grade
- Grace L.
- Yale Ryan K.
- Benjamin P.
Dining Destinations of the Week
Join the celebration as Immigrant Heritage Month enters its final week! Discover a refreshed selection of recommended eateries in the West Region, including Burke, Centreville, Chantilly, Fairfax Station, Clifton, and Springfield. Embrace Immigrant Heritage Month by indulging in international flavors from around the globe!
- Marib Yemeni Cuisine
- Thai Basil Thai & Southeast Asian Style
- Dolan Uyghur Uyghur & Central Asian Style
- Trummer's Restaurant Austrian American
- Ocean Paradise Restaurant Multi-Cultural Seafood
Check out a full list of tasty eateries at Visit Fairfax where you can search by location, cuisine type and other helpful filters to help satisfy those tastebuds!
Art @ The PARC Open Gallery
Join us at The PARC at Tysons for an exciting collaboration between Celebrate Fairfax and mosaicARTs Gallery! This week, the Gallery will be welcoming visitors from 10 am to 2 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Art @ The PARC showcases the NCOA exhibit "Aging Well For All," the immersive installation "The Hand" by Bardia Jaan, and the vibrant local artists' showcase "Embrace Your Colors."
For The Full Gallery Calendar Click the link below to plan your visit!
Previous Week
Dining Destinations of the Week
Join the celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month with Flavors of Fairfax! Now entering its third week, this event highlights a refreshed selection of recommended eateries in the East Region, spanning Annandale, Falls Church, Dun Loring, Merrifield, North Springfield, and Seven Corners. Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month by trying some international flavors from around the world!
- Honey Pig Korena BBQ
- Chilcanos RestoBar Peruvian Grill
- Our Mom Eugenia Traditional Greek
- Eden Center Vietnamese Market
- 2941 Restaurant French American Fusion
- Fava Pot Egyptian Restaurant
Check out a full list of tasty eateries at Visit Fairfax where you can search by location, cuisine type and other helpful filters to help satisfy those tastebuds!
Dining Destinations of the Week
Join the celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month with Flavors of Fairfax! We're returning for the second week with an updated array of suggested eateries in the South Region, that spreads throughout Belle Haven, Central Springfield, Belvoir, Franconia, Lorton, Mt. Vernon, and Newington. What's a more fitting way to honor Immigrant Heritage Month than by savoring diverse delicacies from around the world!
- Osteria Marzano Handmade Italian
- Namaste Asian Indian Nepali Fusion
- Sushi Ohayo Japanese
- Anita's Traditional New Mexican
- Sherwood Gourmet Traditional Delicatessens (Deli)
- Della J's Delectables Southern Comfort (Soul Food)
Check out a full list of tasty eateries at Visit Fairfax where you can search by location, cuisine type and other helpful filters to help satisfy those tastebuds!
Dining Destinations of the Week
Each week, we'll serve up a diverse list of top dining spots around Fairfax County! This week, our focus is on the North Region, which includes Great Falls, McLean, Oakton, Herndon, Vienna, and Tysons. Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month in good taste by checking out some of the delicious restaurants we’re spotlighting!
- Dhoom Tysons Indian Fusion
- Enatye Ethiopian Authentic Ethiopian
- L'Auberge Chez Francois French and Alsatian Gourmet
- Peter Chang Chinese and Szechuan Dining
- Aracosia Traditional Afghan Restaurant
- Euro Bistro Homestyle German and Austrian Dining
Check out a full list of tasty eateries at Visit Fairfax where you can search by location, cuisine type and other helpful filters to help satisfy those tastebuds!
Pupusa Fest 2024
Sunday, June 9, the first inaugural Annual Pupusa Fest! Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month with a vibrant Salvadoran festival. Pupusas unite us in honoring culture and heritage. This event is open to everyone, with complimentary parking available. event starts @ 10 am and will be held at Braddock Elementary School, 7825 Heritage Drive Annadale, VA 22203
Art @ The PARC Open Gallery
Join us at The PARC at Tysons for an exciting collaboration between Celebrate Fairfax and mosaicARTs Gallery! This week, the Gallery will be welcoming visitors from 10 am to 2 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Art @ The PARC showcases the NCOA exhibit "Aging Well For All," the immersive installation "The Hand" by Bardia Jaan, and the vibrant local artists' showcase "Embrace Your Colors."
For The Full Gallery Calendar Click the link below to plan your visit!
Connections and Resources
Fairfax CORE
In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, Fairfax CORE is an extended resource for Fairfax County's diverse community. CORE is an online platform, granting access to over 115 entrepreneur support organizations in and around Fairfax County. This tool provides entrepreneurs with quick and easy access to a searchable database, connecting them to the right experts at the right time. By filtering resources based on the type of assistance, industry, or business stage, entrepreneurs can find the exact support they need.
Fairfax CORE also offers comprehensive business guides with valuable information for entrepreneurs and a robust events calendar featuring low and no-cost educational and networking events. To promote inclusivity, the website is translatable into 58 languages, and many resource partners focus on supporting diverse communities. If you're looking to grow or start your business, click the button below for more information.
ONE Fairfax
The One Fairfax Policy establishes shared definitions, focus areas, processes and organizational structure to help county and school leaders to look intentionally, comprehensively and systematically at barriers that may be creating gaps in opportunity. The One Fairfax Policy includes a purpose, definitions, areas of focus to promote equity, process and roles. To learn more, visit the One Fairfax website below.
Made In Fairfax Network
In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, “Made in Fairfax” is an initiative by Fairfax County and its partners to support small-scale production businesses and “makers” throughout the county. Entrepreneurs looking to start or locate a small-scale production business can access resources, networking groups, and marketing opportunities. Residents and visitors can discover and support local maker businesses, contributing to the community’s equality, diversity and economic growth. Learn more about the Made in Fairfax Network and the available business development resources below.
Get to Know Your Neighborhood
In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Fairfax County and beyond! When you visit Fairfax, you'll discover not just a fun destination, but a vast and dynamic one. Home to over a million residents, we’re globally connected via Dulles International Airport and easily accessible domestically through extensive roadways and railways. With over 400 square miles of land bordering the nation’s capital, it’s easy to see why so many are drawn here to explore all there is to see and do. To learn more about the neighborhoods of Fairfax County tap the button below.