The City of Fairfax Democratic Committee

22/08/2026

A great day knocking doors with Anthony Amos, Sandi Slappey Brown for Fairfax and María José Padmore! These three are on fire, knocking 800 doors a week! We are very proud of how hard they are all working to meet voters and talk about the issues.

19/08/2026

We are excited to announce the candidates for local office that the City Dems are supporting for election this fall: Kirsten Lockhart for Mayor, and Anthony Amos, Sandi Slappey Brown, Maria Jose Padmore, and Kelly O'Brien for City Council. In addition, we'll be supporting the re-election of our Congressman James Walkinshaw and Senator Mark Warner, as well as the 3 amendments to protect reproductive rights, marriage equality and restoration voting rights. Finally, we are also pleased to announce we have endorsed the 1% sales tax to benefit our local school system! Learn more at our voter guide website: https://www.cityfairfaxdems.com/26

03/07/2026

The City of Fairfax has canceled the Independence Day Parade due to extreme heat. Our top priority is the safety of attendees and city staff working the event.

The Evening Show will start at 8 p.m., with gates opening at 7:30 p.m. Evening Show shuttle service begins at 7 p.m. from George Mason University’s Rappahannock River Parking Deck and Woodson High School. Fireworks are scheduled for approx. 9:30 p.m.

The Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center’s open house and lawn party has also been canceled.

Fairfax City Parks and Recreation Old Town Fairfax Business Association - OTFBA Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce City of Fairfax Police Department City of Fairfax Fire Department

03/07/2026

The 4th of July Parade tomorrow has been CANCELED due to the heat. We will still be holding our meeting & July party tonight. For details, please email [email protected].

Please stay safe & cool!

03/07/2026

UPDATE: The parade had been cancelled tomorrow due to the heat. Please stay safe and cool.

Join us tomorrow in Fairfax's annual 4th of July parade!

21/06/2026

Please join the Fairfax City Democrats in marching in the city's annual 4th of July Parade - the largest in Virginia!

https://actionnetwork.org/events/march-with-the-democrats-in-the-2026-fairfax-city-4th-of-july-parade?source=direct_link&

Details:

Wear Blue!

Instructions from City of Fairfax (We are in Division 7):

Report to line-up at 9:30am on July 4th. DIVISION LOCATION: FOLLOW PURPLE SIGNS! Division 7 will line-up in the parking lot behind the historic courthouse located at Page Avenue and Main Street.

PARKING LOCATION: Free parking is available at the Massey Building Complex Parking Garage B, located on Page Avenue (Garage A is not available for parking). Parking passes are not required. You may also park in any of the free parking garages located in downtown, a 10-15 minute walk from the parade lineup location.

15/06/2026

🌟 Save the Date: 2026 Annual Fairfax City Democracy Dinner! 🌟

Join the City of Fairfax Democratic Committee on Thursday, July 30th at 6 PM for our Democracy Dinner — featuring special guest, Virginia Lieutenant Governor Ghazala Hashmi!

Enjoy appetizers, a sit-down dinner, a silent auction, and great company with fellow Fairfax Democrats.

Show your support with a contribution.

10/06/2026

Attention Candidates & CFDC Members: Please click the link to learn more about how our committee will be supporting local candidates this year. Stay tuned for more details!

A CFDC Recommendation is a formal expression of the Committee's support for a candidate's fitness for office. It is based on a structured evaluation of publicly stated positions, record in office where applicable, and alignment with Democratic values.​ Candidates who receive a recommendation can ...

22/04/2026

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22/04/2026

We did it. YES WINS!

This measure is temporary and narrowly tailored for one reason: stopping from trying to rig Congress.

Thank you to every volunteer and voter who showed up. This win belongs to you. Now let’s send champions for working families to Congress.