Why do we fall in love with Fall? Let us count the ways! The crisp weather, the relaxed pace, the irresistible allure of pumpkin spice, and the cozy vibes all make this season special. But there's more! Fall is the perfect time for outdoor fun like pumpkin picking and navigating corn mazes. Plus, it's the season for harvest festivals and craft fairs galore. Dive into our ultimate Fall Event Round-Up and discover all the seasonal delights waiting for you!
• Aug. 30-Sept. 8
Cumberland County Fair at the Crown Complex
https://tinyurl.com/bddchhww
Nothing says goodbye summer, hello fall like the fair! Don't miss out on all the great rides, food, entertainment, live music, animals and more! Great fun for the whole family.
• Sept. 4, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Misfit Market at Dirtbag Ales, 5435 Corporate Drive, Hope Mills
https://tinyurl.com/3k9hbp9h
Set at night, a fun opportunity to shop local oddity vendors. Complete with live music, food trucks and craft beer.
• Sept. 7, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sandhills Farmers & Heritage Market, 230 Chapell Hill Rd, Spring Lake
https://tinyurl.com/3exmyveb
Get the best in-season produce and other wonderful fall finds at this farmer's market. Happening every Tuesday until Sept. 21.
• Sept. 12, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
FTCC Fall Festival, Tony Rand Lawn on FTCC Campus
https://tinyurl.com/4pf8shuc
Join in for the chance to play games, win prizes, eat some food and paint pottery.
• Sept. 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Carve Out a Good Time On Trade Street: Fall Artisan Fair, 5483 Trade Street, Hope Mills
https://tinyurl.com/5esaj6jy
This Fall Artisan Fair features local craft vendors. Discover a variety of great seasonal decor, gifts and more.
• Sept. 14, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
20th Annual Fall Harvest Festival & Grape Stomp, 21904 Riverton Rd, Wagram
https://tinyurl.com/me64cfvc
Enjoy live music, arts and crafts, food vendors and grape stomping with Cypress Bend Vineyards as the backdrop.
• Sept. 21, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Click's Fall Vibes Vendor Fair, Click's Nursery, 4181 Barefoot Rd
https://tinyurl.com/yc47kjkj
Spend a beautiful fall day at the nursery with an array of vendors and activities for the kids. This event will support "Let's Walk It Out", a non-profit dedicated to preventing Veteran and First Responder suicides.
• Sept. 21-Nov. 2
Fall Activities at Hubb's Farm, 10276 N. US 421 Hwy, Clinton
https://tinyurl.com/r4nyhfcb
Hubb's Farm has a corn maze, pumpkin patch, farm animal encounters and more!
• Sept. 28, 10 a.m.
Fall Vendor Market at Edward Mendoza Municipal Park, 1774 Little River Rd, Spring Lake
https://tinyurl.com/yc3xbdnv
Enjoy a day filled with unique crafts, delicious food and great kid activities.
• Sept. 28, 3 p.m.
Annual Harvest Festival at Barbecue Presbyterian Church, 124 Barbecue Church Rd, Sanford
https://tinyurl.com/2uu77tdx
BBQ and Chicken Stew plates are available for $10 each with great craft items for sale, a 6 p.m. auction and a quilt raffle.
• Oct. 5-6
Fall Antique Street Fair at Cameron Historic District
https://tinyurl.com/2uu77tdx
100+ antique dealers to buy from plus some good food. This is a rain-or-shine event.
• Oct. 18, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Annual Fall Festival at Cameron Elementary School, 2636 HWY 24/27, Cameron
https://tinyurl.com/y43k8pd3
Join in for food, games and lots of fun.
• Oct. 19, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
NC Fall Festival 2024 at 101 N. Main St, Raeford
https://tinyurl.com/y7rc63fe
Shop with over 100 vendors from around NC selling their artwork and crafts. Enjoy food trucks, a Kidz Corner, live entertainment and more.