Fayetteville Fall Dogwood Festival Returns October 18-19

Festival Park will buzz with music and fun at the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival this October 18-19, 2025. The two-day event packs free shows, cars, and special guest areas from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m.

Saturday's main stage lights up with The Phoebes Band, The Verve Pipe, and Marcy Playground. When Sunday rolls in, DJ Fuzzy Wuzzy and CJ Monet warm up the crowd for Clejan.

As morning breaks on Saturday, Hollow Knights Car Club starts their show. Judges pick winners from noon to 2 p.m. Kids and adults can test their skills on a bull ride, watch Ring Wars wrestlers clash, or catch tricks at the Time Travelers magic act.

Those who spring for VIP passes get meals, two beer tickets, special shops, front-row seats, and cheaper meet-ups with artists. Dirtbag Ales serves drinks in the VIP zone.

On Sunday, the Better Health Bus rolls in with medical info from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. At the Creative Corner, Andre Sansbury Jr. shares verses from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Leave backpacks, fanny packs, big bags, and coolers at home.

Bull rides cost $6 for kids under 12, while teens and adults pay $8. Money comes from Healy Wholesale Co., Inc., Drink-A-Bull, NC Army National Guard, LeafGuard, Cape Fear Distillery, Renewal by Anderson, Pineview Buildings, and Dogwood Nursery and Shed.