Things to Do in Fayetteville (2025)

Soar above the rare Sandhills waterfall at Carver’s Falls on canopy ziplines and sky bridges. Noted by Visit NC for its waterfall views and NightQuest after-dark runs, it’s Fayetteville’s signature outdoor thrill with deep local roots.

A restored early-1900s cinema run by local owners, Cameo screens independents, documentaries, and cult favorites, plus live events. CityView spotlights its vintage ambiance and role hosting Indigo Moon Film Festival and special one-off programs.

CFRT anchors Fayetteville’s arts scene with a five-show season and education programs. The theatre is expanding facilities and staging productions off-site during construction, as confirmed by its 2025 season updates.

Veteran-founded and community-forward, Dirtbag blends a lively taproom with a Sunday farmers market, yoga, and live music. Regional listings and event calendars consistently show the market running March–November with dozens of local vendors.

A veteran-owned brewpub that’s grown into two city locations, Gaston brews small-batch beers and partners with local teams. The downtown restaurant pairs NC beers with scratch comfort food; the Chicago Drive site houses production and a taproom.

North Fayetteville’s indie brewery leans into community—think pub runs, paint nights, and a friendly taproom serving house beers, guest ciders, and easygoing pub eats. A solid stop between downtown and the northern neighborhoods.

Family-owned since 1999, this downtown staple rescued a historic soda shop and turned it into Fayetteville’s living room. Local guides still recommend it for late hours, cakes, truffles, and coffee flights amid downtown art happenings.

An intimate tea bar where staff steeps rare loose-leaf selections and tea-forward cocktails. Downtown listings and recent reviews in 2025 point to steady hours and a devoted local following for its creative, non-alcoholic options, too.

Part coffee-and-wine bar, part vintage design studio, Leclair’s changes constantly—every display is for sale. Business features and local chambers highlight its role as a neighborhood gathering place and event venue in Haymount.

Downtown’s go-to for locally made goods, from pantry staples and honey to artisan crafts and NC-themed gifts. Local media and destination guides note 60-plus consignors and regular participation in Fourth Friday shopping nights.

A family-run dessert spot weaving art into its bakery life—cupcakes, macarons, and ice cream served alongside local artwork and Fourth Friday tie-ins. Recent business news confirms plans to expand into a new food hall while staying active downtown.

Locally owned escape rooms built around cinematic sets—popular with families and teams. Downtown directories and 2025 schedules show multiple themed games and steady hours just off Hay Street, steps from galleries and restaurants.

Free-to-visit galleries and year-round programming—Fourth Friday art nights, artist residencies, and the International Folk Festival. The Arts Center’s 2025 calendar underscores its role as the heartbeat of downtown’s creative community.