Ages 0 to 10, always
Everything we list is for kids ages 0 to 10.
Free or low cost
We highlight free and budget friendly picks.
Curated by real NoVA parents
Local notes on drive time, bathrooms, parking, and age fit.
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Things to do with kids in Fairfax, VA
Use this Fairfax city hub for nearby library programs, markets, parks, and indoor options that can fill a morning without a long drive.
- Jolly Yolly Kids, Jolly Yolly Kids, Fairfax, VA. Bright indoor gym and play space with age level equipment, daily cleaning notes, and birthday party options. $11.95 to $18.95, stroller friendly Official source
- Play Street Museum Fairfax, Play Street Museum Fairfax, Fairfax, VA. Small-format children's museum with pretend-play exhibits, reservation sessions, and birthday party options. $18 Official source
- Romp n' Roll Fairfax, Romp n' Roll Fairfax, Fairfax, VA. Classes and Open Playtime for children from 3 months through 5 years, with parent participation based on the child's age and the selected class. Memberships from $129 monthly Official source
- City of Fairfax Regional Library with Kids, City of Fairfax Regional Library, Fairfax, VA. A free indoor backup with children's books, multilingual collections, internet stations, and a covered 199-space garage. Storytimes and other programs appear as dated events with their own age, time, registration, and room limits. Free, stroller friendly Official source
- Van Dyck Park, Van Dyck Park, Fairfax, VA. A free 36 acre City of Fairfax park with a playground, paved trail, basketball, pickleball, tennis, volleyball, a skate park, gardens, picnic tables, benches, pavilions, a Throne restroom, and onsite parking. Free, stroller friendly Official source
- Dave & Buster's Fairfax, Dave & Buster's, Fairfax, VA. An older-kid arcade and restaurant option inside Fair Oaks Mall. Set the Power Card amount before arrival, and ask for a current birthday quote because package prices vary. Power Card amount varies Official source
- Escapology Fairfax, Escapology Fairfax Corner, Fairfax, VA. A private 60-minute escape-room outing for puzzle-loving older kids. Kids Mode is designed for ages 7 to 14, and families should allow about 90 minutes for arrival, the game, and the wrap-up. Price varies by room, group, and time Official source
- Muse Paintbar Fairfax, Muse Paintbar Mosaic District, Fairfax, VA. A guided painting studio in Mosaic District with public kids and family sessions plus private birthday packages. Check the exact class age and start time before booking. Public classes vary · Kids parties from $50 per painter Official source
- Play Street Museum Fairfax Parties, Play Street Museum Fairfax, Fairfax, VA. Pretend play party with semi private and private choices. Private parties include up to 20 children and staff handles the final cleanup. From $350 Official source
- Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center, Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center, Fairfax, VA. A City of Fairfax event and rental venue with three flexible rooms, bathrooms, parking, and Van Dyck Park next door. Use it for a scheduled class, public event, or reserved private party, not as open play. Program or rental price varies Official source
- LEGO Club, City of Fairfax Regional Library, Fairfax, VA. Come and Create! Build with LEGO bricks to your heart's content. This is a free-play environment where you can create masterpieces or simply experi... Free, stroller friendly Official source
- Dinoman Dinosaurs, City of Fairfax Regional Library, Fairfax, VA. What has dinosaur fossils, dinosaur updates, fun, magic, and life-sized dinosaurs? Dinoman Dinosaurs of course! Many dinosaur questions are answere... Free, stroller friendly Official source
- Bilingual (Spanish-English) Storytime, City of Fairfax Regional Library, Fairfax, VA. Hola amigos! Hi Friends! Do you enjoy singing and dancing to silly songs and listening to stories in Spanish and English? Ages 0 to 5 ¿Te en... Free, stroller friendly Official source
- Fairfax City Fall Festival, Downtown Fairfax, Fairfax, VA. Free downtown festival with 400+ arts and crafts vendors, children's activities, multiple stages, food, and free open houses. Free admission; children's rides and activities cost extra Official source
Planning more than one summer week
The Fairfax summer camp guide separates City of Fairfax programs from county Park Authority camps, Camp Fairfax childcare, and FCPS enrichment. Compare age, dates, tuition, registration, and extended care before choosing by theme.
A museum visit that fits the child
The Fairfax museum guide starts with Children's Science Center, Play Street Museum, and Udvar Hazy, then separates the smaller history sites that work better for school age children.
A Mosaic plan instead of a shopping list
The Mosaic District family guide starts with Strawberry Park and the seasonal splash pad, then adds only current events or paid stops that give children something specific to do.
A simple Old Town Fairfax plan
The Old Town Fairfax family guide starts at Old Town Square, keeps the library as the indoor backup, and explains event days, parking, bathrooms, food, and the museum option.