fairfax

Fairfax, CA offers a small-town feel with a creative, laid-back vibe at the heart of Marin County. Known for its strong sense of community, vibrant downtown with local shops, live music, and eclectic eateries, Fairfax blends a bohemian spirit with access to nature. Residents enjoy nearby hiking and biking trails on Mount Tamalpais, plus easy access to open space preserves, while still being within reach of San Francisco and the greater Bay Area.

Wooden sign reading 'Deer Park Villa, Weddings, Banquets, Catering, Est 1922' with an 'Open' sign hanging below, surrounded by trees and greenery.
Street view of a restaurant with a yellow building, green tree in front, and potted plants outside. Signage includes "Ristorante Italiano" and "Fradelizio's in Fairfax."
Front view of a movie theater with a marquee displaying the movie titles 'Vacation' and 'Mission Impossible' under a clear blue sky.
Images of three locations in Fairfax, California: an ice cream shop with a sign showing ice cream cones and the words 'Fairfax Scoop,' a Fairfax Market sign with a beige background and red letters, and a Fairfax Pizzeria banner celebrating 30 years w
A restaurant with outdoor seating featuring tables with green umbrellas, wooden accents, and bicycles parked nearby on a sunny day.
Colorful mural of a tree with book-shaped leaves and children at its base, set against a landscape background, with text indicating FDR, California, and themes of education and community.
Colorful mural depicting diverse people protesting for peace, environmental protection, and social justice, with scenes of farming, activism, and community gathering against a backdrop of hills, mountains, and a clear blue sky.
Museum building with a large bike sculpture outside, sign reads 'Marin Museum of Bicycling Mountain Bike Hall of Fame', three bicycles on the roof, and a seating area with picnic tables.
Exterior view of a store called 'The Potting Shed' with a wooden sign and decor, including garden art and hanging ornaments, under a clear blue sky.
Colorful mosaic mural with the word 'REIKO' in large wood-textured letters, and a sign below reading 'AIREAX, the birthplace of mountain biking.' The mural features a bike wheel, a tree, a mountain bike trail, and a mural of a tree with books hanging