Fayetteville, NC — The countdown is over—Dogwood Festival 2025 kicks off this weekend, April 25–27, bringing Fayetteville’s biggest spring celebration to Festival Park, Person Street, and downtown Fayetteville. With a full lineup of live music, food, family fun, and local culture, this year’s event promises something for everyone.
Thursday, April 24 – Cork & Fork
The festival’s signature kickoff exp erience returns with wine, beer, and sangria tastings, plus a free c
igar-rolling class by Anstead’s of Fayetteville.
Friday, April 25 – Festival Ki ckoff
- Cool Spring 4th Friday brings art, food, and vendor showcases throughout downtown.
- Festival Park Main Stage performances:
5:00 PM – The Simpletones
6:30 PM – Fear State
8:30 PM – Echostone - Midway Carnival runs 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Downtown Rodeo: Dogwood Edition at 226 The Warehouse (7:00–10:00 PM) with line dancing led by Stephanie Brown (Tickets $15)
- Official After Party with DJ Rayne (10:00 PM–2:00 AM at 226 The Warehouse)
Saturday, April 26 – Full Swing
- Ven dor Market and food trucks open at noon
- Carl Pringle’s Wing Cookoff brings heat to the competition
- Midway Carnival continues 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Live wrestling from Next Level Wrestling
- Free Kids Corner with bounce house s, crafts, and storytime
- Festival Park Stage lineup:
3:30 PM – Nicholas Vernon
5:45 PM – Guy Unger Band
7:30 PM – Josh Ross
9:15 PM – Drew Baldridge
Party on Person Street
- 10:00 AM – Downdog for Dogwood (yoga)
- 1:15 PM – DJs and line dancing
- Live performances by Natasha Moore, Lucky Struck, Axial Flow, Grindhouse, Reggie Love, and Certified Vibez
- Interactive fun from U Got Game VR and Axes & Armor
- Local eats from vendors and downtown restaurants
- Official After Party with DJ Grant (10:00 PM–2:00 AM at 226 The Warehouse)
Sunday, April 27 – Class ic Car Show
- Person Street fills with vintage and muscle cars
- Live music from The Phoebes and Throwback Collaboration Band
- Car show winner announced at 5:00 PM
- Midway Carnival remains open 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
For event updates, tickets, and more details, visit www.thedogwoodfestival.com.
By Kres Thomas | FayToday News
