It takes a village!
On Nov. 6, our community joined forces to clear harmful debris and keep the city looking good and staying healthy.
Check out this video of event highlights β and keep an eye out for the next community cleanup event! #liveLifeConnected City of Fairfax Sustainability
Looking for plans for this #VeteransDay weekend? Check out what's going on in #FairfaxCity in 40 seconds or less, courtesy of this week's #FairfaxCityMinute. (Hint: on the list are books, history, and a ceremony.)
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Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center
Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center
Historic Fairfax City, Inc.
Library of Virginia
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
The American Legion Post 177, Fairfax VA
Learn more about the Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center project at open houses scheduled 11/16 (virtual; registration required) and 11/19 (in-person). Watch this short video for information.
For info about the project, visit engage.fairfaxva.gov #LiveLifeConnected
City of Fairfax Community Development & Planning
City of Fairfax Transportation
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
It's Thursday! Have you finalized your plans for the weekend and beyond? Here in #FairfaxCity, art, history, and civic action are at your fingertips. Check out this week's #FairfaxCityMinute for details.
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Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center
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City of Fairfax Sustainability
Enjoy the final Fairfax Funky Flea Market of the season from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29 in the City Hall parking lot.
You'll find food, music, and treasures β hope to see you there!
Info: fairfaxfunkyflea.com
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#fairfaxfunkyflea
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Old Town Fairfax City
TOMORROW, 10/28, is the final Rock the Bock of the season. Don your dancing shoes and boogie on down to Old Town Square for an evening of friends, food, beer (for the 21+ club), and music by two hot acts: Rob Hornfeck opening for the Amish Outlaws!
Check out this video for a glimpse of the fun, and get details at fairfaxva.gov/rocktheblock !
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Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
Old Town Fairfax City
Hey, #FairfaxCity, a lot is happening this weekend! CHECK OUT this week's #FairfaxCityMinute for a rundown of events, including Halloween fun, drug disposal, and more.
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The Rob Hornfeck Enterprise
The Amish Outlaws
Fairfax Funky Flea
#FairfaxCity recently celebrated Arbor Day with a tree planting with Girl Scout Troop 54019.
Watch this video and let the scouts tell you about the importance of trees.
Thanks for helping Fairfax City remain a proud Tree City USA!
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City of Fairfax Sustainability
#girlscoutstroop54019
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Arbor Day Foundation
Hey, #FairfaxCity, make your weekend plans in 40 seconds or less: check out the latest #FairfaxCityMinute for ideas!
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Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center
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City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
Hey, #FairfaxCity β are you looking for a historical night of wine? A day (and evening) of fun at the #FallFestival ? A history talk about those we will never forget? You'll find it all here at home.
Check out this quick video for info.
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Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center
Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center
Historic Fairfax City, Inc.
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
Mark your calendar: the Fairfax #FallFestival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 β followed by Scythian in an exciting After Fest Concert from 5:30-8:30 p.m.!
Watch this video for details β and please SHARE!
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Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center
When it comes to fun, #FairfaxCity has you covered β whether it's experiencing "Yesterday," music for young friends & family, touring the city's oldest residence, or history of Black WWI soldiers from Virginia.
Watch this video for details, and please SHARE!
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#historyisaliveinfairfaxcity
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Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center
Historic Fairfax City, Inc.
Greet autumn with fun in #FairfaxCity this weekend: watch the #FairfaxCityMinute to see what's going on around town!
Whether you paint & sip with the Fairfax Art League , party at #RocktheBlock with U.S. Army Downrange, search for treasures at Fairfax Funky Flea , or enjoy a free history talk at Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center β Fairfax is ready to help you play!
See you around town!
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Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
Fairfax City Economic Development Authority
The United States Army Band
If you didn't get a chance to join #FairfaxCity for #NationalDanceDay on Sept. 17, take a brief moment to check out these event highlights β and maybe get inspired to learn more about local dance classes and troupes!
#LiveLifeConnected #DanceOn
City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
City of Fairfax Schools
Next Reflex Dance Collective
Virginia Ballet Company & School
Xuejuan Dance Ensemble
The Movement Studios Dance
McGrath Morgan Irish Dance Academy
The Fairfax Ballet Company
Sundays on TAP
Fairfax Academy for Communications & the Arts
C4 Performing Arts
The weather this weekend should be spectacular! How will you spend it?
We have a few ideas: get caught up in drama, learn how to cycle safely, dance, or rock out with a local musician.
Check out this week's #FairfaxCityMinute for details β and please SHARE!
See you around!
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City of Fairfax Transportation
City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts
Fairfax City Economic Development Authority
Old Town Fairfax City
City of Fairfax Theatre Company
#thescottishplay #macbeth #cycling #safecycling #nationaldanceday #willbaskin
Saturday is #NationalDanceDay! Join the fun for all ages from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 17 in Old Town Square. Watch this video for a glimpse of what you can expect in 2022.
Area dance groups will perform β and many will offer mini dance lessons, so bring your dancing shoes. Drop in, or stay for the day!
#LiveLifeConnected
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts
Next Reflex Dance Collective
Virginia Ballet Company & School
Xuejuan Dance Ensemble
The Movement Studios Dance
McGrath Morgan Irish Dance Academy
The Fairfax Ballet Company
Sundays on TAP
Fairfax Academy for Communications & the Arts
C4 Performing Arts
Couldn't make it to this year's Labor Day Car Show? Check out this highlights video to see how it went!
Also, you may visit labordaycarshow.org for links to the charitable organizations, in case you'd like to donate.
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Clifton Lions Club
The fun just keeps coming in #FairfaxCity! This weekend, you can look forward to a Shakespearean tragedy under the stars, a free Pixar movie under the moon, free plant care information in the library, and a free history talk at the museum.
Check out this week's #FairfaxCityMinute for info.
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Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center
Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center
Historic Fairfax City, Inc.
City of Fairfax Theatre Company
Fairfax County Library Fairfax Public Library
Finding Dory
Disney Pixar
Happy #LaborDay weekend! There's a lot to do here in #FairfaxCity , especially if you like art. Or cars. Or eating. See, we really have it all in Fairfax City!
Check out the latest #FairfaxCityMinute β and please SHARE!
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#LaborDayCarShow
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Fairfax City Economic Development Authority
Fairfax City Restaurant Week
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
Clifton Lions Club
City of Fairfax Theatre Company
City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts
Fairfax City Minute: Sept. 30, 2021
Autumn means warm sweaters, pumpkin spice, and bushels of fun in Fairfax City. See whatβs new and happening in the world of art, enjoy a dance performance in the park, discover forgotten Virginia history, and meet your friendly neighborhood cop over coffee β all right here in Fairfax City.
Watch this weekβs Fairfax City Minute to get the full scoop.
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Fairfax, Spotlight on the Arts
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Fairfax City Minute: Sept. 23, 2021
Hey, Fairfax City, start your autumn off right with fun events and activities β some of them new β all right here in town!
Check out this weekβs Fairfax City Minute for ideas.
Weβve got Rock the Block (in partnership with Mason); a new and funky flea market; an in-person, live living history event; and a reminder about a temporary museum exhibit you donβt want to miss.
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Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center
Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center
George Mason University
Historic Fairfax City, Inc.
Fairfax City Minute: Sep. 16, 2021
Come to Fairfax City this weekend β there's so much to do!
You can dance⦠on the square, or dine al fresco on the plaza, serenaded by Justin Suede's acoustic tunes.
You can see parking spaces at Fair City Mall transformed into play areas, parks, and art.
Or vote early in the upcoming General Election at Fairfax City Hall.
Your call in your city. Watch this weekβs Fairfax City Minute details.
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Fairfax City Economic Development Authority
Fairfax City Minute: Sept. 9, 2021
It's still summer in Fairfax City, and there's plenty of fun and community spirit to be found around town.
Take in a movie under the moon with Bernard and Miss Bianca, help Stuff the Bus on 9/11, learn about schoolrooms through history at a fascinating virtual talk, and watch the Fairfax City Connected for All presentation to the Mayor and City Council. It's all right here on your doorstep!
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City of Fairfax Commission for Women
Disney
Fairfax City Minute 9-2-2021
A quick listing of fun things happening around Fairfax City.
Fairfax City Minute: Aug. 26, 2021
UPDATED 8/27, 3:04 p.m.:
Rock the Block is CANCELLED tonight due to the inclement weather forecast β’ Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
Shoestring Theatre Company has rescheduled this weekend's performances to 9/2 & 9/3 at the Sherwood Center; ticketholders should email [email protected] to change tickets.
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If youβre looking for something fun to do, have we got suggestions for you! Choose from live music from the past and present, drama, and getting up-close to the stars: all right here in your own backyard.
Watch this weekβs Fairfax City Minute to find out more!
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GMU Observatory
The Reflex
Doc Nix & The Green Machine
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Labor Day Car Show: Sept. 6, 2021
Mark your calendar: the Labor Day Car Show is on this year! Check out this video for a taste of the fun, and mark your calendar for Labor Day fun in Fairfax City!
Fairfax City Minute: August 19, 2021
Itβs a historic August in Fairfax City, and thereβs so much to do around town!
Watch this weekβs Fairfax City Minute for ideas on how you can stay busy and entertained for the rest of the month.
From a storywalk to imaging and a buzzworthy exhibition, Fairfax City has the right mix of fun and leisure for the lazy days of summer.
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Fairfax City Economic Development Authority
Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center
Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center
Virginia Museum of History & Culture
City of Fairfax Schools
Fairfax City Minute: August 12, 2021
Fairfax City Minute: August 5, 2021
National Night Out: August 3, 2021