Warmer temps and longer days are back, so there are plenty of nifty and exciting things going on in our All-American City. Here’s a quick list of just some of the things to do in Fayetteville in May!
Sesame Street Live! Say Hello!
May 1
Crown Complex
Bring the entire family and friends to see Sesame Street’s Elmo, Cookie Monster, and more as they Say Hello! on stage. It’ll be a cheerfully good time as they sing and play during this musical adventure.
2025 Fort Bragg Fair
May 1-11
Fort Bragg Fairground
Enjoy unlimited rides and live entertainment at this year’s Fort Bragg Fair, featuring a variety of family-friendly shows and concerts daily. Parking is free, and the fair is open to the public.
Fayetteville Woodpeckers Eighty Deuces Weekend
May 2
Segra Stadium
Celebrate Eighty Deuces Weekend with the Fayetteville Woodpeckers as they take on the Delmarva Shorebirds. Be one of the first 1,000 to enter the gates, and you’ll receive a free Woodpeckers hoodie that players can sign on the field after the game!
2025 Fayetteville Spartan Trifecta Weekend
May 3-4
7765 McCormick Bridge Road
Spring Lake
Compete against the best of the best warriors on a 1,000-acre farm to test your grit and technical abilities in this year’s Fayetteville Spartan Trifecta Weekend. Don’t forget to partake in the weekend festivities when not competing!
Cinco de Mayo Event and Craft Fair
May 3
Gaston Brewery Taproom
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo differently this year with a Craft Fair and Event at Gaston Brewery Taproom downtown! Spend the day enjoying food, drinks, and different crafts from vendor trucks in beautiful downtown Fayetteville.
National Ride A Bike Day
May 3
J. Bayard Clark Park & Nature Center
Grab the bike and head to Clark Park for a fun day of cycling and adventure in observance of National Ride a Bike Day. Activities will include a bike scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, and quick safety and maintenance courses to help keep you rolling on two wheels. And don’t forget the group rides on and off the paved trail!
Vinyl Record Show at Dirtbag Ales
May 3
Dirtbag Ales
Relive the past while discovering the coolness of rare records, cassettes, movies, and memorabilia at the Vinyl Record Show at Dirtbag Ales. The event is open to anyone who loves good music and serious collectors. Don’t forget the live music, food trucks, and craft beer stands!
Monday Walking Tours in May
May 5/12/19
Fayetteville History Museum
Get a better appreciation of Downtown Fayetteville through a Monday Walking Tour this May. Led by a local historian, you’ll learn everything cool and fascinating about landmarks and historical buildings in the city named after the Marquis de Lafayette. Call ahead to register.
Fayetteville Woodpeckers Baseball: Bark in the Park
May 8
Segra Stadium
Watch America’s favorite pastime with a furry friend during the Fayetteville Woodpeckers’ annual Bark in the Park Night. It’ll be a night to remember for your four-legged family member! But don’t forget to bring proof of updated vaccinations (DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies) for the pups.
Mother’s Day at the 1897 Poe House
May 11
801 Arsenal Ave.
Get a glimpse into Fayetteville’s past by celebrating Mother’s Day at the 1897 Poe House atop the timeless Haymount Historic District. Festivities include a guided women’s history tour of the home, crafts, and a chance to walk around the Mother’s Day Market in the back. The event is free, but tour space is limited. First come, first served!
AsONE Prayer Walk and Unity Fest
May 18
Festival Park
Help unite the community by participating in this year’s AsONE Prayer Walk. People of all races, backgrounds, and religious faiths will gather in Downtown Fayetteville to pray and walk before enjoying a Family Unity Fair right after!
82nd Airborne Division Memorial Ceremony
May 20
82nd Airborne Division War Memorial Museum
Fort Bragg
Honor fallen 82nd Airborne soldiers by attending the annual Division Memorial Ceremony on Fort Bragg. The event will include a ceremonial wreath laying and kick off the world’s largest military base’s Annual All-American Week festivities.
4th Friday – The Nerd Market
May 23
Downtown Fayetteville
Comic book fans, UNITE! This month’s 4th Friday is your time to shine during the annual Nerd Market Night. Find rare comic books, anime, memorabilia, and more. Don’t forget the costume contest, so dress to impress!
Nate Bargatze: Big Dumb Eyes World Tour
May 31
Crown Coliseum
Get ready to laugh out loud while watching comedian Nate Bargatze live at the Crown Coliseum. The nationally touring comedian is a recurring guest on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and has appeared on late-night shows with Seth Meyers and James Corden. Don’t miss him!
