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It’s finally starting to feel like Fall and I couldn’t be happier. Fall for me is all about family and family is all about making memories. How do we make our best memories? Fall fun of course! Fayetteville has some pretty amazing things happening this Fall for just about everyone.
Festival Fun!
Recently I heard someone say they couldn’t find any Festivals in Fayetteville! Wait. What?!?! We have Festivals all throughout the year and you don’t even have to look far to find the details! Here are just a few helping to make Fall a bit more fun . . .
Heritage Festival
Sunday, October 6th | 9 am – 2 pm – Cape Fear Botanical Gardens
Heritage, Harvest & Hops!
Celebrate the coming of autumn with a fun-filled day of history in our Heritage Garden Complex made up a Farmhouse from the 1800s, a General Store, Tobacco Barn, and Corn Crib. Take a tour, taste the fall flavors of local craft beers, learn how to churn butter, enjoy demonstrations, purchase plants from pop up plant sale, weave corn husk dolls and have some good ole’ fashioned fun.
Children’s activities will include a petting zoo, pumpkin decorating, hayrides, crafts, lawn games and more!
Cumberland County Line will play Bluegrass music beginning at 11 am. The Native American Dancers from Robeson County will also be performing.
We will have Ax Throwing Booth brought to you Axes and Armor Hatchet House. To throw axes that will be an additional fee after admission price.
Garden Members receive free admission to this event. Regular admission applies for non-members. Not a member? Join today!
My Daddy’s BBQ, Cedar Creek Fish Fry & Andy’s Homemade Ice cream will be here. Food and Beverages will be an additional fee after admission.
Food and Beverages will be available for purchase. Some activities may require an additional charge. Details will be posted as soon as they are available.
Pecktoberfest
Saturday, October 12th | 4 pm – 10 pm – SEGRA Stadium
Pecktoberfest is taking over Segra Stadium for an evening full of great Carolina craft brews and imported German ales! The spirit of Bavaria will be in the air as you and your friends enjoy a ton of amazing beer on the field in addition to all the usual taps available at Healy’s Right Field Bar.
Pecktoberfest will have activities geared for everyone including LIVE MUSIC from Matrix, cornhole, inflatables, kids zone and special discounts in the team store, the Birds Nest.
Pricing:
$30 admission gets you 15 sampling tickets.
$15 admission for Designated Drivers.
$10 for those under 21.
Plus, military members can save $5 off admission with their valid DOD ID.
Get your tickets now, prices will increase on the day of the event. More Info HERE
4th Annual Fall Fun On The Farm Fest
Sunday, October 20th | 1 pm – 5 pm – Odom Farm Co. Inc
What says fall more than a farm? The Odom Farm is hosting its 4th Annual day of fall farm! There will be fun, food, vendors & more! Just a short road trip away from Fayetteville this is the perfect fall family fun outing! Learn More: Odom Farming Company
Family Fall Festival
Saturday, October 26th | 10 am – 4 pm – 6 pm – Cumberland County Library West Regional
Costumes, games, activities open to all ages! This is a great way to get the Kiddies out of the house and out of your hair! Who says the library is just for books? Find More Details through The Cumberland County Library.
Woodpeckers Fall Fest
Saturday, November 9th | 12 pm – 4 pm – SEGRA Stadium
Fayetteville Woodpeckers welcome veterans, their families and the Fayetteville community to Segra Stadium following the Heroes Homecoming Veterans Day Parade!
The Fall Festival is free to attend and will include activities geared for everyone including cornhole, pumpkin painting, kids zone, face painting, hayrides, batting practice in the Woodpeckers batting cages and special discounts in the team store, the Birds Nest.
Veterans will have an opportunity to purchase a special ticket package, only available on Saturday, November 9 and they will have access to AEVEX Veteran’s Club. Food will be available for purchase and Healy’s will be open. *Dogs will be allowed in for this event.
Fall Festival & Chili Cook-Off
Saturday, November 9th | 1 pm – 5 pm – Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Tap Room
The Hope Mills Area Chamber of Commerce is packing even more fun into its annual Chili Cookoff! This year they will include a Fall Festival – with fun for the entire family!
The event kicks off at 1 pm with the Chili Cookoff. The cost is $20 to enter your pot of chili (this must be done ahead of time) and $4 for a bowl to sample! Special prizes will be awarded in the Hot, Mild and Peoples Choice category. Veterans get to enter and taste for free! No matter what your tastes are, you are sure to find a chili to suit your palette!
Questions about the chili cook-off Click Here and submit your inquiry.
The fall festival will be ongoing, with a kid zone with several fall-themed games to include a hay bale maze, paint your own pumpkin, a ring toss. There will be plenty to do for the adults with ax-throwing, a special brew for the occasion, cornhole and more!
More Details about the event, Click Here!
Don’t like Chili? Not a problem! Dirtbags onsite restaurant, Napkins, will be up and running full force! There will also be a special brew released just for Heroes Homecoming! A Hot Chocolate bar and Caramel Apple bar will also be available for added snacks.
Veterans will enjoy a special VIP tent with complimentary food, drinks, and resources available to Veterans in Cumberland County.
Fall Festival Finale
Saturday, November 9th | 12 pm – 7 pm – Hubbs Farm Inc.
We invite you to come to the farm and help us say “so long” to fall. Enjoy a fun-filled day with family and friends.
Hubb’s Farm is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing with this year’s corn maze design! The corn maze covers more than 10 acres and includes several paths of varying skill levels. Each maze has its own interactive scavenger hunt within. Our mazes are excellent interactive activities sure to challenge even the best navigators and provide great fun for all.
Fall Festival season at Hubb’s Farm is MUCH MORE than a maze! Don’t miss out on our pumpkin patch and over 20 activities providing fun for all ages!
TICKET PRICING:
Gold Pass (ages 3+) – $25 per person (after 6 p.m. $21)
Silver Pass (ages 3+) – $18 per person
Bronze Pass (ages 3+) – $13 per person
Ages 2 and under are FREE
Tickets can be purchased ONLINE IN ADVANCE at www.HubbsFarmNC.com.
Gold Pass Includes:
Animal Acres (Sat. & Sun. daytime only), Giant “Corn” Maze, Unlimited Hay Rides, Human Foosball, Ball Toss, Over-Sized Games (Checkers, Jenga, & more), Luke’s House of Corn (Corn Crib), Singing Chicken Show, Live Entertainment (When Scheduled), Hubb’s Mountain Rope Climb, Giant SandBox, Straw Bale Maze, Toddler Town (For the Wee Ones), Corn Hole Games, Access to Field of Pumpkins, Tire Mountain (Sat. & Sun. daytime only), Fun Photo Ops, Steer Roping, Free Parking, Jump Pillow, Jump Pad, Giant Slide, Barrel Train, Mini Zip Lines (Up to 100 lb.), UNLIMITED Laser Tag, UNLIMITED Cranky Combine (Sat. and Sun. daytime), and UNLIMITED Hubb’s Express Train (Sat. and Sun. daytime).
Silver Pass Includes:
Animal Acres (Sat. & Sun. daytime only), Giant “Corn” Maze, Unlimited Hay Rides, Human Foosball, Ball Toss, Over-sized Games (Checkers, Jenga, & more), Luke’s House of Corn (Corn Crib), Singing Chicken Show, Live Entertainment (When Scheduled),Hubb’s Mountain Rope Climb, Giant SandBox, Straw Bale Maze, Toddler Town (For the Wee Ones), Corn Hole Games, Access to Field of Pumpkins, Tire Mountain (Sat. & Sun. daytime only), Fun Photo Ops, Steer Roping, Free Parking, Jump Pillow, Jump Pad, Giant Slide, Barrel Train, and Mini Zip Lines (Up to 100 lb.).
Bronze Pass Includes:
Animal Acres (Sat. & Sun. daytime only), Giant “Corn” Maze, Unlimited Hay Rides, Human Foosball, Ball Toss, Over-sized Games (Checkers, Jenga, & more), Luke’s House of Corn (Corn Crib), Singing Chicken Show, Live Entertainment (When Scheduled),Hubb’s Mountain Rope Climb, Giant SandBox, Straw Bale Maze, Toddler Town (For the Wee Ones), Corn Hole Games, Access to Field of Pumpkins, Tire Mountain (Sat. & Sun. daytime only), Fun Photo Ops, Steer Roping, and Free Parking.
Visit our website for Group, Senior, and Military discounts at www.HubbsFarmNC.com.
If you’re hungry during your visit, be sure to visit Pa’s Kitchen for a wide-array of snacks, sweet treats and much more!
Frequently Asked Questions & Answers can be found HERE. Outdoor Fun!
Outdoor Fun!
Fall means crisp days and snuggle-worthy nights. What better way to find your fall fun this season than getting outside?
Ft. Bragg Carnival| October 14th – October 20th
Hours:
Monday – Friday – Gates open at 5 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday – Gates open at 1 p.m.
Enjoy carnival rides, live entertainment, midway games, and food! Open to the public, with easy access off Bragg Blvd. ADA parking accessible from Bragg Blvd. via Howell St.
Cost
All prices listed below include admission, unlimited rides, entertainment, and parking.
Monday – Friday
General Public: $14
Military/DoD civilians: $12
Children 36″ or taller (up to age 9): $12
Disabled non-rider: $7
Senior citizen non-rider (Ages 50+): $7
Children shorter than 36″: free
Saturday – Sunday
General Public: $19
Military/DoD civilians: $17
Children 36″ or taller (up to age 9): $17
Disabled non-rider: $7
Senior citizen non-rider (Ages 50+): $7
Children shorter than 36″: free
Admission Specials
Customer Appreciation Days. Monday – Friday from 5-7 p.m. $9 admission.
Gallberry Corn Maze
I shared my family fun weekend at Gallberry Corn Maze (See That Post Here) a few years back so you know I had to include them on this fall fun list too.
“Down on the Farm Family fun”! Hayride, Barrel Train ride, Jumping Pillow, Double Barrel Tube Slide, Corn Hole, Giant Corn Shack, Air Cannons, 6 acre Maze, Fire pit, Bouncy Ball Corral, Pumpkins, Farm Animals and Pig Racing! Concession stand with: Hotdogs, Corn dogs, Nachos, Funnel Cakes, Fried Oreos, Fried Corn on the Cob and more!
2019 SEASON HOURS & PRICING
Hours of Operation:
Fridays: 5-10 pm | Saturdays: Noon – 10 pm | Sundays: 1-6 pm
ADMISSION:
Farm Admission (ages 3-65) $11+tax
Ages 2 and under are free
Military, County School Employees (with ID) and Seniors (66+) $10+tax
SEASON PASSES $35
Open: Now through November 3rd
*Cash Only. ATM on site. Last ticket sold one hour prior to closing!
Millstone Creek Orchards
Millstone Creek Orchards is at the very top of my way to find fun this fall. I haven’t been apple picking since my teens (a long time ago – trust me) and my kiddies have never been. I can’t wait for them to experience something that always signaled the start of fall for me.
At Millstone Creek Orchards, we love when our guests come out to enjoy our u-pick experience. It’s a wonderful way to teach your family where our food comes from and how it’s grown. Join us this season and create life-long memories with your friends and family by picking all types of fresh fruit and veggies.
Millstone Creek Orchards
Apple Season starts from August through October and is one of Millstone Creek’s busiest seasons. They have 4 apple orchards with 12 different varieties of apples!
Pumpkin/Gourd Season is from September through October and Millstone has everything you need for pumpkin pie to your scariest Jack-O-Lantern carve project!
Pecan Season starts in November and whether it’s your first time picking or your 100th with 2 acres of 15+-year-old pecan trees Millstone Creek offers an experience you will always remember.
Millstone Creek Orchards also offers many Holiday Themed events so be sure to check those out HERE.
ORCHARD HOURS Monday-Saturday 9 am-6 pm | Sunday 1-5:30 pm
Family Fun!
Whether you’re looking for a way to get out for the day or even stay in Fayetteville has fall fun for the entire family!
October 25th – 27th from 6 pm-9 pm – Cape Fear Botanical Garden
Halloween At The BOO-Tanical Garden
Last year was my first time taking the Kiddies to Halloween at The Boo-tanical Garden at we loved it! Not only is it a great way to let the Kiddies fill their candy bags but they get to explore the garden, craft, enjoy amazing food trucks and entertainment.
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Join us in costume to walk the pathways of the Garden lit by hundreds of carved jack-o-lanterns, lights and luminaries in celebration of Halloween. Play in our outside Glow area and enjoy hands-on crafts, treats, candy, and more! Refreshments available for purchase. Don’t forget your flashlights while you explore our Boo-tanical Garden! Choose an evening to experience the warm glow of lit jack-o-lanterns at this family friendly event.
Cape Fear Botanical Garden
Tickets: $11 for non-members $8 for Garden Members $5 for children 2-12 FREE for children under 2 Purchase tickets online to save time!
Saturday, October 26th from 11 am – 4 pm – 1897 Poe House
Trick Or Treat At The Poe House
The 1897 Poe House’s Trick Or Treat At The Poe House is a one-stop spot for family-friendly fall fun! Kiddies can have safe Halloween fun in one of Fayetteville’s most historical homes.
Trick or treaters can search for ravens in the Poe House, listen to a Halloween story, and then play old fashioned games in the backyard for a prize. The event also features a FREE CONCERT from the Sandbox Band, magical performances by Joy the Clown, a Costume Contest, and more! The Costume Contest is divided into categories by age, $1 entry fee, register before 2:00 pm. Creative, historical and handmade costumes encouraged! Concessions will be available. Admission is FREE!
Museum of the Cape Fear
Scary Fun!
October 23rd – 25th 6 pm – Night Tours of the 1897 Poe House
If you’re ready to get scared this fall then the 1897 Poe House may just be the stop you want to make. The Poe House Night Tours are sure to give you just the right amount of fright!
For the eighth consecutive year the museum will employ local actors in partnership with the Gilbert Theater to perform “Hallowe’en Revels: Night Tours of the 1897 Poe House.” “Invoking the Spirits” is the theme for this year’s Hallowe’en play. Come enjoy a spirited visit to the 1897 Poe House and witness spooky vignettes complete with a few ghosts! This is a unique opportunity to experience historical theater in an actual historic home. For a more detailed look at the Poe House and family history, attend a tour during regular museum hours. Tours will run every 20 minutes beginning at 6:00 pm with the last tour departing at 10:00 pm each evening. Tour space is limited to 15 participants per tour. There will be an actor’s intermission from 8:00-8:20 pm. Tickets can be purchased online for $5 plus processing fees. If you prefer not to purchase online or would like to pay cash, you can purchase tickets in person at the Museum during regular operating hours. We highly suggest getting your tickets in advance as this event has sold out in the past.
This project is supported by the Arts Council in part by contributions from businesses and individuals, and through grants from the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County and the North Carolina Arts Council, an agency of the Department of Cultural Resources. Matching funds are being provided by the Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex Foundation, Inc.
Museum of the Cape Fear
Admission: $3/$5 At The Door
Zombie Walk – Cool Spring Downtown District
This my friends is not for the faint of heart! If you’re a fan of all things zombie then grab your bloodiest makeup looks and join in on the fun of the 10th Annual Zombie Walk presented by Back-A-Round Records and Cool Spring Downtown District right in the heart of Downtown Fayetteville.
We will have music, face painting, costume contests and much more. Johnny Awesome will be our master of ceremonies and will conduct you through the walk and will be your MC till you leave for the official Zombie Prom After Party at The Drunk Horse Pub.
THE ZOMBIE WALK will take place when the clock strikes 8:00. Please take note that ONLY dressed up zombies will be a part of the street walk. All spectators can watch the parade from the sidewalk. The Walk will go from the library down Ray Avenue, left on Hay Street, right around the Market House to in-front of the Zombie Main Stage on Green Street. We have 3 Awesome bands this year starting with The Answers, KEYSE and The Sherman Neckties.
Between the bands, we will have product tosses from local businesses and sponsors. Live music ends at 10 and the party will continue at the Official Zombie Prom at The Drunk Horse Pub. ONLY one mile from the stage down person street. The address of The D.H.P. is 106 South Eastern Blvd. This club is literally 1 mile from the Market House on the corner of Person Street and Eastern Blvd. The prom will be $10 at the door, 18 and up with live music from Tyler Pow and The Atomic Bombs, Andy Lame, LOCKWOOD, Creature Kid with the one-man sideshow, master of ceremony himself, Johnny Ivey Awesome keeping you at the peak. Deadly drink specials and a Zombie King and queen costume contest will be in effect. The winner gets $100 cash and A $50 Back-A-Round Records gift card. We are very excited and thank you sooooo much for your support throughout these 10 years!!! Yes, IT’S FREE AND ALL AGES TO WALK in the parade!! Get your costume ready!!
THE ZOMBIE WALK IS A FREE, FAMILY EVENT!! Ghoulish fun for adults AND kids in beautiful Downtown Fayetteville!
Adult Only Fun!
Friday, October 18th | 6 pm – 11 pm – Cape Fear Botanical Garden
Okay, Moms and Dads, we all know Fall Fun isn’t all about the Kiddies! That’s why I’ve got ya covered with this awesome chance at a bit of Adult Only fall fun at The Cape Fear Botanical Garden. The Wizardry In The Garden (Hogwarts & All Night) is sure to be one you don’t want to miss!
We’re adding more magic to our BOO-tanical event! Celebrate 20 years of our favorite wizarding world with Hogwarts & All, an adults only evening.Join us for a night of well-mannered frivolity dressed as your favorite wizard, witch or creature!
Cape Fear Botanical Garden
Join us for our 2nd annual Harry Potter Style event. This is event is offered to adults 21 and older only. The Garden is transformed into Hogwarts from the Gryffindor Common-room to platform 9 3/4. We offer a wizard band, the Grand Dining Hall with floating keys and Quidditch pong. We will have a costume contest and a scavenger hunt for the evening, so study up on Harry Potter facts and wear your best robes from your house.
Live Entertainment: Hawthorn & Holly, a wizard “wrock” band
Herpcentric will be bringing live reptiles that might just speak “Parseltongue”
The Escape Factor will be onsite – could it be the Shrieking Shack?
Magic by David will be performing strolling close up magic
Quidditch Pong
Quidditch Cornhole
HP Trivia
Horcrux Hunt
Cocktails & Potions
Costume Contest
Tri-Wiz Raffle
Free Invisibility Cloaks
Authentic HP desserts
and more!
Food will be available for purchase. Vendors on-site with products for your purchase.
Tickets:
Presale
$20 for ages 18-20 or Designated Drivers
*Includes a non-alcoholic Butterbeer
$25 for ages 21+
*Includes one alcoholic Butterbeer
Pre-sale tickets must be purchased before 5:00 pm on Oct. 18.
At the Door
$25 for ages 18-20 or Designated Drivers
*Includes a non-alcoholic Butterbeer
$30 for ages 21+
*Includes an alcoholic Butterbeer
No refunds.
Strictly an 18+ event.
Wizardry in the Garden (Hogwarts & All) is a fan-created non-profit event to celebrate the theme and spirit of Harry Potter and promote our botanical garden. Warner Bros. and J.K. Rowling are not associated with or responsible for this event in any way.
What’s YOUR Favorite kind of Fall Fun?
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