Fairfax Corner is approximately 15–20 minutes from Tysons, 20–25 minutes from Reston, and just 10 minutes from George Mason University. With close proximity to major roadways like I-66 and Route 50, Fairfax Corner is an easy drive from Washington, D.C.
Fairfax Corner features ADA-compliant parking spaces, curb ramps, and wide, pedestrian-friendly walkways throughout the center. Many retailers and restaurants offer accessible entrances, and elevators are available where needed. Guests can also expect accessible restrooms and seating areas.
Fairfax Corner is a popular date-night destination in Northern Virginia, with sit-down restaurants including Ruthie’s All Day, evening programming, and the Sip & Stroll program, which lets couples share a cocktail while walking the outdoor plazas.
Fairfax Corner is family-friendly. The open-air layout, plaza seating, casual dining options, and seasonal events make it suitable for visits with children. The property also hosts family-oriented programming throughout the year.
Fairfax Corner distinguishes itself through its open-air, walkable layout, its curated mix of premium national brands and locally owned boutiques, and its on-site programming, including free outdoor fitness classes and the Sip & Stroll cocktail program. The property emphasizes quality and intentional curation over sheer volume.
Fairfax Corner hosts a rotating calendar of events, including outdoor fitness classes, live music nights, seasonal celebrations, tastings, and shopping events. Programming takes place throughout the year on the property’s outdoor plazas.
Fairfax Corner’s outdoor fitness series is free and open to the public. No membership or reservation is required, though participants should bring their own mat for yoga classes and water for higher-intensity workouts.
Fairfax Corner offers an ongoing schedule of free outdoor fitness classes on the property’s central plaza. The lineup includes yoga, group runs, social walks, and other workouts, with classes suitable for a range of skill levels. Class schedules are posted seasonally on the Fairfax Corner website and social media.
Fairfax Corner includes locally and independently owned boutiques alongside national brands. Becky’s Boutique is among the women’s boutiques offering a hand-curated selection of fashion and accessories.
Fairfax Corner is home to Arhaus, which offers handcrafted home furnishings sourced from around the world.
Fairfax Corner’s retail lineup includes Arhaus for home furnishings, J.McLaughlin for classic American sportswear, Becky’s Boutique and Monkee’s for women’s fashion, Warby Parker for eyewear, Drybar for hair styling, and Rowan for ear piercing.
Ruthie’s All Day serves breakfast at Fairfax Corner, offering wood-fired Southern dishes from morning through late evening. Several additional cafés on the property also serve morning coffee and light breakfast fare.
Multiple on-site restaurants at Fairfax Corner participate in the Sip & Stroll program. Guests should look for program signage at each restaurant or ask their server for a Sip & Stroll cup when ordering. The list of participating venues is updated seasonally on the Fairfax Corner website.
Sip & Stroll is a program at Fairfax Corner that allows guests to purchase a cocktail, beer, or glass of wine from participating on-site restaurants and carry it with them as they walk the property. Participating restaurants include Crafthouse, P.F. Chang’s and Uncle Julio’s. Drinks must be in the program’s designated cups and stay within the main outdoor plazas and walkways. It’s one of the few legal open-container programs in Northern Virginia.
Fairfax Corner’s dining lineup includes Ruthie’s All Day, which serves wood-fired Southern comfort food from breakfast through late dinner, and Sweetgreen, known for fresh, ingredient-forward salads and bowls. Additional restaurants and cafés are located throughout the center. Visit the Directory page for more listings.
Fairfax Corner’s individual stores and restaurants set their own hours, but most retailers are open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. Restaurants generally stay open later, particularly on weekends. Visitors should check individual tenant pages for exact hours.
Parking at Fairfax Corner is free for all visitors. The property offers surface lots and a parking garage, with spots available directly adjacent to most shops and restaurants.
Fairfax Corner is an open-air center. All storefronts, restaurants, and gathering spaces are arranged around walkable outdoor plazas and streets, with covered walkways and seating throughout the property. This layout supports year-round outdoor programming, including fitness classes, live music, and the Sip & Stroll cocktail program.
Fairfax Corner is a premium open-air, mixed-use lifestyle center that combines retail, dining, residences, and outdoor programming across a walkable, town-square-style layout. Unlike a traditional enclosed mall, visitors move between shops and restaurants through landscaped plazas, making it a great destination to linger, stroll and explore.
Fairfax Corner is an open-air, mixed-use shopping center located in Fairfax, Virginia, at the intersection of Monument Drive and Government Center Parkway. It sits in Northern Virginia’s Fairfax County, roughly 20 miles west of Washington, D.C., and is easily accessible from I-66 and Route 50.
Contact retailers and restaurants directly for their hours of operation, including adjusted holiday hours.
Fairfax Corner does not have additional operation hours outside of when our retailers are open. We look forward to seeing you at our stores and restuaraunts during their open hours!
Curbside pick-up spots are available throughout Fairfax Corner. If you would like to pick up curbside, please contact stores and restaurants directly to confirm their policies.
Santa photos are not available at Fairfax Corner. Visitors are welcomed and encouraged to take photos at our holiday decor displays on the Plaza, including our Christmas Tree and signature Be Wonder Full marquee sign!
Gift wrapping is available at individual retailers.
Many stores and restaurants offer gift cards. Please call or visit them directly to purchase.
Strollers and wagons are welcome in Fairfax Corner.
Fairfax Corner does not host a tree lighting event. Check our Events page for information about our holiday program and events!