If you've ever experienced a winter in North Carolina, you know exactly what it's like. Nice and snowy! Makes you crave warm drinks and cuddles from loved ones and pets.
This enjoyable season is full of events thanks to incredible community initiatives. Below we will look at some of those initiatives. Fayetteville is an awesome little city that is well worth visiting. This is things to do in Fayetteville NC during the holidays.
A short 33.1 miles from Fayetteville is Benson. But you must be wondering why travel to Benson? Well, the little town of Benson offers a great event. Meadow Lights.
The creator of "The Meadow Lights," Mr. Roy D. Johnson, began adorning his house and yard for his kids to enjoy. This was more than 50 years ago, and that is when "The Meadow Lights" first began. This was in 1969!
He added a little more decoration than the year before each time. Others in the neighborhood soon joined in on the fun of the lights. The number of people who came to see the lights increased yearly as they grew. Since then, the lights have expanded from a single decorated yard to over 30 acres of lights. Thousands of people from across the state now visit the event annually. The Meadow Lights is Eastern North Carolina's biggest and oldest holiday light display. A train ride travels through more than 10 acres of the display!
This beautiful event can be found at 4546 Godwin Lake Rd, Benson, NC.
With holiday lighting all over the Botanical Garden, you will love it. The entire garden will be illuminated with lights, becoming a winter wonderland. Put the best season of the year on your calendar. Every display has safety precautions in place and is outdoors.
Take the kids for a mile-long stroll through lovely holiday lights at dusk, complete with:
Additionally, security precautions are in place for Santa's interactions with all visitors. At Holiday Lights, Santa and the Grinch will be present every night!
Tickets for this event are limited, so plan wisely! Check out their site or head on over to 536 N. Eastern Blvd. Fayetteville, NC.
Christmas in the Park is held at Arnette Park, a stunning 100-acre site near the Cape Fear River. It combines man-made amenities with natural woodland.
Take your loved ones along for a leisurely stroll on a half-mile paved walking trail. All while as you take in the sights and sounds of the holiday season. You can:
Don't forget to visit Santa while you're nearby!
Visit Arnette Park to take in the seasonal sights and sounds. Arnette Park can be found at 2165 Wilmington Highway, off of Highway 87.
The annual Holiday Jubilee is held at the 1897 Poe House, which is decorated. You can also expect a cooking demonstration on the 1902 Glenwood stove. This event is free. Donations are, however, gratefully welcomed!
Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will there to pose for pictures and share holiday tales. Parents are free to take their own pictures. Santa will have a display inside the Cape Fear Museum. Additionally, guests can create their very own scrap ornament to take home.
The house is open for free tours. So be sure to check out their linked page for details! This event is located at 206 Bradford Ave, Fayetteville, NC.
Dickens Holiday has been celebrated for over 21 years. They have now retired the name to better suit the holiday. It is now called A Season of Light. It is hosted by the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County.
Are you ready for even more fun? Downtown Fayetteville goes beyond with horse-drawn carriage rides as part of its event! Businesses in the downtown area can participate in the fun. They do so by dressing up their storefronts in Victorian garb.
The day will be jam-packed with festivities, including:
Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa made by The Coffee Cup's staff while at the event. You can be certain that way that you'll be warm while taking in the sights of Downtown Fayetteville.
So head on over to the Historic Downtown Fayetteville area, Fayetteville, NC.
We enjoy buying locally, and Fayetteville offers a wide variety of stores. Fayetteville has a fantastic local scene. Whether you prefer to peruse the vendors at the City Market at the Museum or the shops on Hay Street.
Don't forget about Dirtbag Ales on Sundays at the farmer's markets in Fayetteville. While you enjoy their:
Consider purchasing some locally produced goods!
This general store in Fayetteville's Haymount neighborhood is not your typical one. Leclair's General Store is tastefully furnished with a stunning assortment of:
That inspires you to create a Pinterest board.
While you browse, sip on some wine or nitro cold brew, and take something that speaks to your heart home. The store is located at 1212 Fort Bragg Rd, Fayetteville, NC.