Fall is finally here, but that doesn't mean all the good weather is gone. There's still plenty of fun and exciting things to do in the Fayetteville region. So, get out there and enjoy everything November has to offer! 

 

The 2nd Annual Blues Festival

Nov. 1
Crown Coliseum

Get ready for the BLUES again, Fayetteville! The 2nd Annual Blues Festival has been announced, and this year, it will be indoors at the Crown Coliseum. Groove to the music of acts like Tucka, King Geroge, and J-Wonn while hanging out with friends and family.

 

Blues Concert

 

Fayetteville Marksmen hockey game

Nov. 2
Crown Complex

The Fayetteville Marksmen are back for a new season, starting with a home game against the Knoxville Ice Bears. Drink and yell your brains out for the hometown team because nothing beats professional indoor hockey!

 

Fayetteville Marksmen

 

Veteran's Day Parade

Nov. 2
Downtown Fayetteville

Military veterans deserve all the attention and honor they can get. Do your part by attending this year’s Veteran’s Day Parade in beautiful Downtown Fayetteville. This year’s parade will include special recognition of Native Americans who have served their country.

 

Downtown Vetarans Day Parade

 

57th Annual Holly Day Fair

Nov. 7
Crown Expo Center

Christmas is around the corner, so time to start shopping. Get a head start with the Annual Holly Day Fair, Eastern North Carolina’s largest holiday gift show. It’s a one-stop holiday shopping event with over 160 vendors!

 

Holly Day Fair

 

TobyMac, Zach Williams, and MercyMe

Nov. 7
Crown Complex

Some of the biggest Christian music acts are coming to Fayetteville for just one night – including TobyMac! The chart-topper will team up with Zach William and MercyMe for an unforgettable performance at the Crown Complex. Get your tickets now before it’s too late.

 

Toby Mac

 

Cape Fear River Run

Nov. 10
Cape Fear River Trail

 

Summer may be over, but the running season never ends! Cape Fear River Run is the region’s newest running event and includes three categories: 10K, half marathon, and a River Rage Challenge, which allows competitors to run both.  

 

Cape Fear River Run

 

Veteran's Day Remembrance Ceremony

Nov. 11
Hope Mills Veterans Memorial

Honor Hope Mills military veterans by attending the Hope Mils Veteran’s Day Remembrance Ceremony near Town Hall. The event will include refreshments after in the Parks and Recreation Building.

 

Hope Mills Veterans Remembrance Ceremony

 

An Evening with Brad and Jess Halling

Nov. 14
U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum

Brad and Jess Halling will hold a special evening at the ASOM to discuss the couple’s Southern Pines business, BHAWK Whiskey Distillery. The business is dedicated to creating an immersive distillery experience for whiskey lovers, tourists, and the surrounding military community. The event includes a whiskey tasting and appetizers.

 

Brad and Jess Halling

 

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

Nov. 14
Crown Coliseum

Relive your Christmas childhood with the Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet at the Crown Coliseum! America’s favorite Christmas tradition features an international all-star cast dancing to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score.

 

Nutcracker

 

Red Apple Run for Diabetes

Nov. 16
995 McCloskey Rd, Fayetteville

Do your part for Diabetes care and research by participating in the Red Apple Run for Diabetes. This year’s event includes a 5K and 10K through Carvers Creek State Park.

 

Diabetes Run

 

Water Music Suite

Nov. 23
St. John’s Episcopal Church

The Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra will perform Handel’s Water Music Suite in the beautiful St. John’s Episcopal Church sanctuary, a must-see experience for music lovers of all ages. Get your tickets now, because seating is limited!

 

Water Music Suite

 

A Dickens Holiday 25th Anniversary

Nov. 29
Cool Spring Downtown District

The granddaddy of Christmas holiday events will again be held in Downtown Fayetteville. This year’s A Dickens Holiday will be even more special because it marks the 15th Anniversary of “A Dickens Holiday,” so crowds will be even larger. Get there early to see all the entertainers, vendors, and magical candle lighting!

 

Dickens Holiday