The City of Fairfax, Virginia is an independent city near Washington, DC. It is the county seat and a separate entity from Fairfax County. The historic section of town is referred to as Old Town Fairfax or Historic Fairfax and was founded in 1799. During the Colonial and Revolutionary periods, the City of Fairfax was frequented by George Washington, George Mason, and William Fairfax. Today, the historic community is thriving and is known for its shopping, dining, cultural arts performances and festivals.

Location
The City of Fairfax is located approximately 15 miles west of Washington, DC and just south of I-66.

Demographics
According to the 2000 census, the City of Fairfax is home to 22,422 residents. The race breakdown (2005) is as follows: White: 77.3%; Black: 6.5%; Asian: 14.3%; Hispanic/Latino: 13.1%. Population under age 18: 20.9%; 65 and over: 14.2%; Median household income: $69,704 (2004); Persons below poverty level 5.0% (2004).

Public transportation
Fairfax Connector Bus System
City of Fairfax CUE Bus system

City of Fairfax Major Attractions
Historic Fairfax
Fairfax Symphony Orchestra
Algonkian Regional Park
Bull Run Regional Park
Burke Lake Park
Fairfax Museum & Visitor Center
National Firearms Museum
Patriot Center
George Mason University
Fair Oaks Mall
City of Fairfax Annual Events
Chocolate Lovers Festival
Celebrate Fairfax
Fairfax Independence Day Parade and Fireworks
Fall for the Book Festival
Fall for Fairfax Festival
First Fairfax

City of Fairfax Website
http://www.fairfaxva.gov