FAIRFAX, Va. - This week’s FOX 5 ZIP TRIP takes us to the CITY OF FAIRFAX! Located in in the heart of Northern Virginia -- the CITY OF FAIRFAX celebrates its rich history while embracing the future -- all just outside of Washington, D.C.!
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There are so many fun things to do when visiting CITY OF FAIRFAX it's hard to keep count! Here are THE 5 MUST STOPS that you just can't miss when taking your own ZIP TRIP!
FOX 5 Zip Trip Fairfax: 5 Must Stops!
CHUBBY SQUIRREL BREWING COMPANY: This family owned brewery invites you to enjoy a pint of beer outdoors. A first for Fairfax City -- find Finnish details and flavors connected to the owner’s ancestry. Don’t miss out on visiting your friendly neighborhood brewpub.
FOUNDATION COFFEE ROASTERS: It's cold brew season and the buzz is brewing around this Fairfax coffee shop. Foundation Coffee Roasters let the beans take center stage. The cafe takes roasting seriously. Find some crafted espresso drinks and more here.
MOBIUS RECORDS: Music lovers add this mom and pop record shop to your list. Sift through rows and rows of records. Discover new releases and old favorites you always intended to buy. There's a little something for everyone here.
VAN DYCK PARK: Get your families a chance to soak up the sun here. Find an exercise trail, tennis court, skate park and more. Sit back under some shade while your kids play on the playground -- or relax and set up a picnic on a table or in the grass.
FAIRFAX MUSEUM AND VISITOR CENTER: Originally an elementary school -- this center is ripe with history. Find local artifacts and stories and traveling exhibits with a central location in town. It's a great spot to start your own Zip Trip to Fairfax City.
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: Saying goodbye from Fairfax!
We had such an amazing time during our FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax --we can't wait to visit again!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: High Side
A sample of the mouthwatering fare from High Side during our FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: Junior Report
Sarah Zakreski from the Fairfax Academy for Communications and the Arts was our Junior Reporter during our FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: Hometown Team
Fairfax High School student gymnast, Payton Morrison, and her gymnastics coach Susan Barborek are recognized as our Hometown team during our FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: Hometown Hero
Katy Malesky, director of A Place to Eat, was recognized as our Hometown Hero during our FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: Smash’d Creamery
Tasty treats from Smash’d Creamery during our FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: First Responders
We are recognizing the City of Fairfax Fire and Police Departments during our FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: Talk of the Town
Chris Bruno, director of Fairfax’s Economic Development Office, talks all about the city during our FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: Capital Ale House
Delicious eats from Capital Ale House during our FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: On the Market
Realtor Arturo Cruz and Peter Benjamin from Lafayette Federal Credit Union take a look at places to buy in our On the Market report during our FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: Chamber of Commerce
Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce executive director Jennifer Rose highlights where to go and what to do when visiting City of Fairfax!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: 5 Must Stops!
This week’s FOX 5 ZIP TRIP takes us to the CITY OF FAIRFAX! Located in in the heart of Northern Virginia -- the CITY OF FAIRFAX celebrates its rich history while embracing the future -- all just outside of Washington, D.C.!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: Getting Around!
Transportation director Wendy Sanford talks about how easy it is to get to and around Fairfax City!
FOX 5 Zip Trip City of Fairfax: City of Fairfax Theatre Company
Amanda Herman, artistic director with the City of Fairfax Theatre Company, joined us to talk the creative fun happening in Fairfax!
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