Did the end of the year arrive quicker than expected, and now you're stuck thinking of ways to not bust the budget but still make the end of your year memorable? Celebrate the end of a productive year with a cozy overnight stay to enjoy a vibrant countdown, memorable sights, unique tastes, and fireworks that ring in 2026 in Cumberland County!
GPS - Greater Fayetteville Positioning System
Skip the TSA lines, airport madness, and bigger city crowds and cruise into Greater Fayetteville, positioned just one easy exit off the I-95 corridor for your New Year's celebration.
Be some of the first visitors to travel on Greater Fayetteville's Outer Loop I-295. The new 39-mile addition makes traveling to and through Cumberland County more efficient. The completion of Interstate 295 now stretches from U.S. 401 Business north to Interstate 95.
Exhale the traveling woes and assure your best friend, significant other, and loved ones that the route is secure.
New Year's Plans Worth Every Penny
Now that directions to your holiday destination are confirmed, we have space to explore lodging options.
Cumberland County has a variety of lodging options ranging from one-of-a-kind bed and breakfast experiences to centrally located lodging. There’s also plenty of room for everyone to save on end-of-year spending, whether you're service-connected or wandering from afar.
Explore our Service and Stays packages for our service-connected visitors, tailored for rest, play, and family time with options of lodging between Hampton Inn Fayetteville Fort Bragg, Red Roof Inn Fayetteville, Sleep Inn and Suites, and Spacious Skies Sandy Run.
🔎 Search our best hotels and places to stay across these regions:
- Downtown Fayetteville
- Eastover
- Fayetteville | EXIT 49
- Fort Bragg
- Spring Lake
- Wade
Is Marriott your hotel brand of choice? Enjoy holiday hotel deals and promotions where both members and non-members can save anywhere from 15-20 percent on available room rates.
Staying overnight allows our visitors the perfect opportunity to rest and recharge before stepping into a fresh calendar of dreams and goals in a charming town away from overcrowded cities.
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Don’t just save on end-of-year spending, win on holiday memories, too. Enter yourself, family, and friends into a giveaway that elevates your year transition. Tune into our social media channels to learn about package and giveaway details.
Tuesday, Dec. 30 | The Early Bird Gets the Worm
Check into your room in the county, and settle in before the end-of-year celebration prep begins. Recalibrate after travel with a delicious cup of afternoon coffee from Vagabond and continue exploring downtown Fayetteville. It’s an opportunity to get familiar with the lay of the land before the celebration marathon begins.
Wind Down Downtown
- Catch an evening movie screening just steps away from Vagabond, at the Cameo Art House, an alternative cinematic theater.
- Or invigorate your mood listening to live music at Mondrell’s Social Lounge, a speakeasy lounge that guides its visitors to the soulful indulgence of jazz.
End the Night with Lights
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Enjoy Fayetteville Holiday Lights at Segra Stadium from 6-8:30 p.m. All kids 12 and under will receive a FREE hot dog and drink with the purchase of a ticket. And senior-aged adults (60+) can receive an $8 discounted ticket at the box office with identification.
Wednesday, Dec. 31 | A Spectacular NYE in the District
- Start with slow sips of a milky full-bodied blend of Mexican espresso from Miller’s Brew and your choice of a sweet pastry from Superior Bakery, baked fresh and delivered daily.
- Settle into a spectacular evening with dinner from Antonella’s, a special taste of Italy that you can find in the heart of downtown.
- Join the Cool Spring Downtown District at the 5th Annual Night Circus: A District New Year’s Eve Spectacular at Festival Park from 7:30-12:30 a.m. for the transition from 2025 to 2026. Expect a vibrant celebration with headlining performers 702 and Bubba Sparxxx, and Yung Joc, electric DJ sets, a fleet of food trucks and libations, and children’s activities. At midnight, watch the raising of the 18-foot New Year’s Eve star and a bursting display of fireworks to ring in the New Year.
Thursday, Jan. 1 | Start with Ease
- Late nights call for late afternoons. Ease into your new year with brunch at Anchor Allie’s and take a beat to set new intentions and goals.
- A cool evening to let the pace of 2026 unfold in the dimly lit and relaxing speakeasy, Archives.
