Our story

Creating one of|America’s leading|sports destinations

Fairfax County is one of America’s most dynamic communities. With exceptional parks, nationally recognized schools and universities, thriving businesses, diverse neighborhoods, and one of the nation’s strongest economies, it already possesses the foundation to become one of the country’s premier sports communities.

What has been missing is a unified organization dedicated to bringing those strengths together. That’s why Fairfax Sports was created.

As the sports commission for Fairfax County, Fairfax Sports serves as a catalyst for collaboration, bringing together sports organizations, businesses, local governments, schools, tourism partners, and community leaders to create opportunities that strengthen Fairfax County through the power of sports.

Why sports matters

Sports is more|than competition

It teaches perseverance, builds confidence, strengthens friendships, encourages healthy lifestyles, creates economic opportunity, and brings communities together.

A child discovering a new sport, families enjoying local parks and trails, volunteers supporting community events, and thousands of visitors attending championship competitions all contribute to something much larger than a game. Sports creates stronger communities. We believe it is one of the most valuable investments Fairfax County can make in its future.

Our purpose

To make Fairfax County|one of America’s leading|sports communities

We pursue that vision by attracting premier events, supporting strategic venue development, expanding recreation and wellness opportunities, strengthening partnerships, and creating experiences that improve quality of life while generating measurable economic and community impact.

Aerial view of baseball fields and clubhouse

Why Fairfax

Few communities combine the people,|infrastructure, and opportunity found here

01
One of the nation’s largest and most influential counties
02
Exceptional parks, trails, and recreation facilities
03
Outstanding schools, universities, and youth sports programs
04
A thriving business community and Fortune 500 headquarters
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A strategic location at the center of the National Capital Region
06
Diverse, active, and highly engaged communities

These strengths already exist. Fairfax Sports brings them together through a shared vision that creates opportunities no single organization could achieve alone.

Our vision

A nationally recognized|model sports community

We believe Fairfax County can become nationally recognized as a model sports community — where recreation, tourism, health, economic development, and community engagement work together to create lasting value. Over the next five years, Fairfax Sports is committed to helping achieve:

01A nationally recognized sports commission
02Signature sporting events
03Strategic investment in new and enhanced venues
04Strong public-private partnerships
05Measurable economic and community impact
06A healthier and more active culture

This vision extends beyond sports. It is about building a stronger Fairfax County.