Join the heart of fairfax
Be part of a growing network of small businesses, passionate locals, and community leaders shaping the future of Old Town.
Benefits of Membership
Marketing, Promotion, Publicity, and Support
Premium listing on the OTFBA website with photos, expanded description and hyperlinks to your website.
Highlight your special events on our popular Event Calendar
Expand your reach. New/returning member highlight post, shared social content, online blogs.
Network with other Old Town Fairfax businesses at our Collaborate and Caffeinate events, quarterly socials and Annual Meeting.
Elevate your brand and your presence with our exclusive OTFBA membership offering. Each membership includes a professional photography session (a $950 value) at your business, designed to your expertise and personality. As a member, you’ll also receive a complimentary featured image in OTFBA marketing—giving you added visibility and a chance to stand out within the community. Learn more here.
Events/Efforts to promote Old Town Fairfax
Asian Festival – Signature event in May drawing 15,000-20,000 attendees from around the DMV
Rock the Block – Join the OTFBA Pop Up Marketplace available to member businesses at the City’s concert series from May to October. Reserve on first come, first served basis. (pending construction completion of Old Town Hall, 2026)
Find Your Way Fairfax – OTFBA is implementing maps and QR Code clings for visitors to find our businesses, parking and navigate the historic streets of Old Town.
Chocolate Lovers Festival – OTFBA partners with the Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce for the Golden Ticket Program in the City’s Chocolate Lovers Festival. OTFBA also sponsored Old Town Fairfax Chocolate Stroll. (approximately 6,000+ visitors over the weekend of the festival)
Haunting for Candy - build awareness for your business through this fun family event held at Old Town Square on the Sunday before Halloween
Holiday Shop Small promotions - Celebrate Small Business Month with special deals and promotions while we kick off the holiday season.
Business sponsorships and collaborations – That’s what we do.
Marketing and publicity support for members through our website, blog and online promotions
Stay Informed
OTFBA Members Only Newsletter helps you stay up-to-date on information that may impact your business and events happening in Old Town Fairfax.
Stay Connected
We are a community of local entrepreneurs and business leaders. Join us for quarterly socials and month coffee gatherings to get to know other Old Town businesses, collaborate and help each other grow.
Stay Involved
Join us with a unified voice to participate in the growth of the Old Town Fairfax district, join a committee or serve on the board. Working along with the support and partnership from the City’s Office of Economic Development.