• 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

  • Three Seatings on December 14 — tickets available now!

    Children up to age 10 may enjoy crafts, have lunch, and meet Santa

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  • Find the Perfect Gift in Old Town Square

    Three weekends of unique gifts, great music, and celebration

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  • Sunday, December 15 at 4 PM Lanier Middle School

    The Main Street Community Band will get you in the holiday spirit!

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  • Curbside Leaf Collection Continues Through December 27

    Please rake all leaves to the curb by December 20; no bagged leaves collected during this time

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  • Fire Station 33 Closed for Construction

    This will not affect emergency services

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  • Drop Off School Supplies at City Fire Station

    Fire Department, firefighters support students in city schools — and you can help

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  • Rt. 123 Sidewalk Project Continues

    Periodic Lane Closures Anticipated through December

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  • E-Scooters, Dockless Mobility Arrive in Fairfax City

    Find out the 'why' and 'how' of e-scooters in Fairfax City

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Meetings & Events

Nov
30

Small Business Saturday Elf Hunt

11/30/2019 - 12/15/2019
Dec
14

Lunch With Santa

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Dec
14

Holiday Market

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Dec
15

Deadline for Health Care Coverage Open Enrollment

All Day
Dec
15

Holiday Market

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Dec
15

Main Street Community Band: Home for the Holidays

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Dec
16

Curbside leaf collection - citywide, weekdays through 12/27

12/16/2019 - 12/20/2019
Dec
16

Funday Monday

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Dec
17

Exhibit: "New Virginians, 1619-2019 and Beyond"

12/17/2019 9:00 AM - 1/25/2020 5:00 PM
Dec
17

Commission on the Arts Monthly Meeting

7:00 PM
Dec
18

Board of Architectural Review (BAR) Meeting - CANCELED

7:00 PM
Dec
20

Holiday Market

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Dec
20

Bingo

7:00 PM
Dec
21

Animal Adoption Event

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Dec
21

Holiday Market

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Dec
21

City of Fairfax Band and Fairfax Choral Society: Christmas in Fairfax

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Dec
22

Holiday Market

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Dec
23

Curbside leaf collection - citywide, weekdays through 12/27

12/23/2019 - 12/24/2019
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Meetings & Events

Dec
17

Commission for Women meeting

7:00 PM - 8:59 PM
Jan
02

City of Fairfax Democratic Committee meeting

7:30 PM
Jan
06

School Board Regular Meeting

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Jan
07

City Council work session

7:00 PM
Jan
08

Historic Fairfax City, Inc. monthly meeting

7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Jan
13

Planning Commission Meeting

7:00 PM
Jan
14

City Council meeting

7:00 PM
Jan
15

Fairfax City Citizens for Smarter Growth meeting

7:00 PM - 7:59 PM
Jan
20

Human Services Committee meeting

7:00 PM - 8:59 PM
Jan
21

Commission for Women meeting

7:00 PM - 8:59 PM
Jan
27

Planning Commission Meeting

7:00 PM
Jan
27

School Board Work Session

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Jan
28

City Council meeting

7:00 PM
Feb
03

School Board Regular Meeting

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Feb
04

City Council work session

7:00 PM
Feb
05

Economic Development Authority Meeting

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Feb
06

City of Fairfax Democratic Committee meeting

7:30 PM
Feb
10

Planning Commission Meeting

7:00 PM
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News

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UPDATE: Holiday Market Closed 12/13 & 12/14; Open 12/15
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WMATA holds open house and online survey
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WMATA Platform Improvement Project rebuilds 4 platforms this summer
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Winter Holiday Safety
Holiday Closures and Service Information: Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year's Day

Holiday Closures and Service Information: Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year's Day
Leaf Collection Notice: Please Rake Leaves to Curb by December 20

Leaf Collection Notice: Please Rake Leaves to Curb by December 20

Trucks Collect Throughout City by Set Routes Through 12/27
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Old Town Fairfax Sidewalk Spot-Widening Project Design Begins; Preliminary Plans Anticipated in Spring 2020
Virginia Department of Health Warns of Fake Vital Records Websites

Virginia Department of Health Warns of Fake Vital Records Websites
Possible Changes May Arise in City Glass Recycling; Curbside Collection Continues

Possible Changes May Arise in City Glass Recycling; Curbside Collection Continues
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Press Release: Attempted Armed Robbery
Leaf Collection News: Curbside Collection Continues Through 12/27

Leaf Collection News: Curbside Collection Continues Through 12/27

Trucks Collect Throughout City by Set Routes Through 12/27
Q&A: E-Scooters and Dockless Mobility

Q&A: E-Scooters and Dockless Mobility
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