Summer 2025 Events in Fayetteville, Hope Mills & Raeford, NC

by Lauren Smith

Summer 2025 Events in Fayetteville, Hope Mills & Raeford, NC

Looking for exciting events in the Fayetteville area this summer? Whether you're a local resident or planning a visit, here's your guide to the top happenings in Fayetteville, Hope Mills, and Raeford for May and June 2025.

May 2025 Events

Fayetteville

Fort Bragg Fair

📅 April 30 – May 11, 2025
📍 Fort Bragg Fairgrounds, Howell St. & Bragg Blvd.
The Fort Bragg Fair is a long-standing tradition offering unlimited carnival rides, live entertainment, food vendors, and games—all included with admission. Open to the public, this family-friendly event provides military discounts and special pricing during select weekday hours. A great way to kick off summer in Fayetteville.
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The Nerd Market

Date: May 23, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Fayetteville
Explore comic books, anime, memorabilia, fantasy art, and more at this themed market. Enjoy a DJ, food trucks, and a costume contest.
More info here
2. Fayetteville Small Business/Entrepreneur Networking Event

Date: May 17, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Crown Complex
Connect with local entrepreneurs and small business owners to collaborate and grow together.
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Fayetteville Woodpeckers Baseball Games
📅 Throughout May 2025
📍 Segra Stadium
Enjoy America's pastime with the Fayetteville Woodpeckers.
Find out more here

Hope Mills

Bike Rodeo
📅 May 10, 2025
📍 Hope Mills Municipal Park
A fun event with food trucks and activities for all ages.
Ed Herring Park Cookout
📅 May 17, 2025
📍 Ed Herring Park
Enjoy a community cookout with delicious food and entertainment.
Mother's Day Candles & Cocktails
📅 May 7, 2025
📍 Dirty Whiskey Craft Cocktail Bar
Celebrate Mother's Day with a creative candle-making and cocktail event.

Raeford

Cigar and Rosé Music Festival
📅 May 3, 2025
📍 Shahbain Farms & Event Center
Enjoy live music, cigars, and rosé in a beautiful setting.
Goat Milk Production Field Day
📅 May 17, 2025
📍 Ithíka Acres Creamery
Learn about goat milk production and enjoy farm activities.
Hoke Fest 2025
📅 May 30 – June 8, 2025
📍 East Hoke Middle School
A nine-day festival featuring rides, entertainment, and vendors.

June 2025 Events

Fayetteville

Apple Chill 2025
📅 June 7, 2025
📍 Fayetteville Motorsports Park
A fun-filled day with activities and performances.
Fayetteville PRIDE Festival
📅 June 21, 2025
📍 Crown Expo Center
Celebrate diversity and inclusion at this vibrant festival.
Military Mondays at Baker American Cycles
📅 June 2, 9, 16, 23, 2025
📍 Baker American Cycles
Special promotions and events for military personnel.

Hope Mills

Out of Sight Wing Fling
📅 June 7, 2025
📍 Dirtbag Ales Brewery and Taproom
Enjoy a wing competition, food trucks, and live music.
Father's Day Gospel Jazz Brunch
📅 June 14, 2025
📍 Hope Mills
Celebrate Father's Day with gospel and jazz music over brunch.
Independence Day Kickoff Celebration
📅 June 29, 2025
📍 Hope Mills
Kick off Independence Day with festivities and fireworks.

Raeford

62nd Annual Hoke County Wagon Train
📅 June 13–15, 2025
📍 1201 Alex Baker Road
Experience a traditional wagon train event with the community.
JALARC Summer Camp
📅 June 24 – July 26, 2025
📍 Hoke County Parks and Recreation
A summer camp offering various activities for youth.
War Horse Event Series
📅 June 10, 2025
📍 Carolina Horse Park
Equestrian competitions and events for horse enthusiasts.