Rock the Block with The Reflex, May 22
6:30-9:30 p.m. at Old Town Square.
Step inside the DeLorean and let The Reflex take you on an epic time-travel adventure straight to the raddest decade ever — the 1980s! This full-throttle retro concert experience recreates the sound, style, and electric energy of the era’s biggest hits.
From Madonna and Cyndi Lauper to Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Billy Idol, Bryan Adams, Journey, and Heart, The Reflex delivers the ultimate throwback party — big vocals, big hair, and even bigger vibes.
So, dust off those Jordache jeans, tighten that fanny pack, throw on your Members Only jacket, lace up your Vans, and get ready to rewind the clock with The Reflex: The DMV’s ultimate ’80s tribute band.
Bring your appetite for Colonial Kettle Corn, Knights of Columbus grillers, The Roaming Coyote, Old Dominion Pizza Company, The Inside Scoop, and Rita's Italian Ice. Our featured local brewery is Ornery. Big thanks to our sponsor, Renewal by Andersen.
See the Rock the Block schedule.
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Splash Pad Season Has Arrived!
 Splash pad season is back at Old Town Square! The splash pad will officially open for the season on Saturday, May 23!
Note: The splash pad will be closed on event days. Temporary closures may occur throughout the season due to unexpected repairs or maintenance. See the rules.
Attend the Community Engagement Expo, May 27
6-7:30 p.m. at Historic Blenheim.
Discover, Connect, and Make an Impact in Fairfax!
Join us for the Community Engagement EXPO, a fun and interactive open-house style event designed to connect you with the many opportunities to serve right here in the City of Fairfax!
Stop by and meet representatives from city boards and commissions, local nonprofits, and civic organizations who are working every day to make Fairfax a vibrant and welcoming place. Whether you’re interested in joining a city board, volunteering your time, or finding meaningful ways for your family to contribute together—you’ll find plenty of ways to get inspired and engaged.
This free event is brought to you by the Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce, the Fairfax Forward Foundation, and the City of Fairfax.
For more information, call 703-268-5870 or info@cfcc.org. See the list of exhibitors.
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Memorial Day Schedule and Services, May 25
- City offices, DMV Select, and courts will be closed in observance of the holiday.
- Refuse and recycling collection scheduled for Monday, May 25 will be collected Tuesday, May 26.
- CUE Bus will run on the Saturday service schedule (8 a.m.-8 p.m.)
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Celebrate Bike Month with Self-Guided Bike Rides
Lube up your chain and discover Fairfax City on two wheels with a themed bike ride!
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Tree City Bike Ride: Take a ride around Fairfax City to view significant trees in the community.
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Public Art Bike Ride: Explore examples of Fairfax City's public art, from colorful murals to striking statues.
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Fairfax Circle to Metro Bikeshare Loop: Roll between Fairfax Circle and the Vienna Metrorail Station, visiting shops and parks near Capital Bikeshare stations along the way.
Snap selfies at your favorite stops and tag the city on social media (@cityoffairfax on Facebook, X, Instagram).
Bicycle helmets are encouraged for all riders and required for children age 14 and under.
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Battery Fire Risks Worker Safety and $350K Trash Truck
 A refuse worker retrieves a burning car battery from a city trash truck before it causes harm to anyone. Please, do not place any kind of battery in your trash or recycling cart. Always drop batteries off at a safe collection site.
Council Reporter for the May 12 Meeting
 Pictured from left to right: Mayor Catherine Read and City Councilmembers Anthony Amos, Billy Bates, Stacy Hall, Stacey Hardy-Chandler, Rachel McQuillen, and Thomas Peterson.
The city council met on May 12. View the full Council Reporter, with linked videos of the discussions. A summary is provided below.
Presentations and Proclamations
- Mayor Catherine Read presented proclamations acknowledging May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, May as Small Business Month, and May 10-16 as National Police Week in the City of Fairfax. Oversize checks were presented to recipients of the Chocolate Lovers grants.
Consent Agenda
- Approved a resolution setting the allocation percentage for Personal Property Tax Relief for the 2026 tax year at 39%.
- Approved the following appointments to city boards and commissions:
- Commission on the Arts
- Melissa Miller for the remainder of a three-year term through July 9, 2027.
- Kenneth Krafcheck for the remainder of a three-year term through Oct. 26, 2028.
- Ann Morrison or a three-year term through May 12, 2029.
- Sharon Clark Chang for a three-year term through Feb. 11, 2029.
- Continuum of Care Board
- James Gillespie for a two-year term through May 12, 2028.
- Environmental Sustainability Committee
- Lauren Oliver for the remainder of a three-year term through Feb. 11, 2028.
- David Fleischer for a three-year term through May 12, 2029.
Public Hearings
- Adopted the resolution approving the Solid Waste Management Plan Update. View the slide deck.
- Deferred council action to June 9 on an ordinance amending and re-enacting Chapter 38 (Environment), Article II (Noise), of the Code of City of Fairfax, pertaining to noise mitigation.
- Approved an ordinance and bond resolution authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds of the City of Fairfax, Virginia, in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $11,000,000, to finance capital costs related to the city’s sewer system capital project costs, including without limitation Noman Cole capital costs.
Work Session
- Discussed potential zoning text amendments regarding detached accessory dwelling units. View the slide deck.
- Discussed a possible increase in the compensation (salaries) paid to the mayor and the members of the city council.
A city council meeting is scheduled for May 26. View the agenda (subject to change). Meetings are held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday nights in City Hall. Watch meetings live on Channel 12 (COX/Verizon) and online, or catch a replay at 10 a.m. or 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Visit the city meetings website.
Fairfax City Transportation Engineering Industry Day, June 16
The professional transportation engineering community is invited to attend “Transportation Engineering Industry Day” from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, at WillowWood Plaza in Northfax.
The city’s procurement team will share guidance on how to submit a strong proposal, including key compliance requirements. Attendees will learn about the scope of services available and the city’s expectations for its partners. City staff will share lessons learned from previous contracts and gather feedback and suggestions from industry during a moderated session.
The event, sponsored by Fairfax City Economic Development, the Fairfax City Public Works Department, Fairfax City Office of Procurement Services, and the Virginia Department of Transportation, will be held in the first-floor conference room at 10300 Eaton Place, Fairfax.
Learn more and register.
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Expect Graduation Traffic through June 17
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