44th Annual Fayetteville Dogwood Festival

The 44th Annual Fayetteville Dogwood Festival, along with the events we’ve hosted throughout this year, has been a powerful reminder of just how incredible our community truly is. From the music that filled Festival Park to the laughter of families enjoying rides, games, and local vendors, this year once again showed us the meaning of “home.” We are beyond grateful to everyone who came out to celebrate with us… whether it was your first time or your 44th. Your energy, your smiles, and your continued support are what bring this festival to life year after year.

To our sponsors, volunteers, board members, city partners, vendors, performers, and dedicated staff… thank you. Every moment of this festival is made possible because of your commitment, your time, and your belief in creating something meaningful for Fayetteville. From early planning meetings to late nights on-site, your work does not go unnoticed. This year also marked an important step forward for the future of the festival. Through intentional planning and responsible stewardship, we were able to save over $29,000 in festival costs. That progress allows us to continue building toward something even greater.

As we look ahead, we are excited and energized to begin preparing for an even bigger and stronger 45th Annual Fayetteville Dogwood Festival in 2027… one that continues to honor tradition while elevating the experience for our entire community. The Dogwood Festival is more than an event, it’s a legacy. A celebration of our city, our people, and what happens when we come together with purpose.

Until next year’s Spring festival, Fayetteville… thank you for continuing to show up, support, and make this tradition one to remember.

A young boy with dreadlocks smiling while riding in a colorful carnival ride shaped like a large orange and yellow drum with floral designs.
Three women smiling and posing closely together outdoors, with trees and a truck in the background. They are dressed casually, with two wearing matching blue T-shirts with a flower logo, and the third in a black shirt. One woman holds a water bottle, and the others have items like a pink phone and a water bottle, suggesting a casual or event setting.
A group of five women posing together outdoors near a black vehicle, smiling and making peace signs.
A woman with black hair and a nose piercing smiles while looking down, standing next to a man with a beard, tattoos, wearing a red cap and a black T-shirt with colorful text, both leaning on a metal railing at a crowded event.
Nighttime outdoor concert or event with a large crowd of people, a stage with colorful lighting, and a purple-lit large overhead screen or banner, with some tents and trees in the background.
Crowd of people walking through an outdoor fair or festival with various food stalls and flags, including American flags, visible along the street. Bright signage advertising smoked turkey legs is also noticeable.
A woman and a young girl are sitting at a black table, laughing and enjoying a moment together. The woman is wearing a blue sleeveless dress with colorful patterns and has her hair styled in a bun. The girl, dressed in a black dress with white floral patterns and a yellow headband, is holding a fork and a plate of food. In the foreground, there is a blurred bouquet of multicolored flowers on the table. The background features a white brick wall and wooden chairs.
People at a buffet table with various appetizers and floral decorations, engaging in conversation in a bright, indoor setting.
Group of diverse people engaged in conversation inside a modern office space with large windows.
A man and woman, both wearing glasses, are having a conversation, smiling at each other, in a well-lit indoor setting with elegant lighting fixtures.
Group of four people sitting around a table at a social gathering, engaging in conversation with one another, in a well-lit room with chandeliers.
A man with short hair, wearing sunglasses, nose piercings, a white sleeveless shirt with text, and earrings, sitting with his arm resting on his knee, showing tattoos on his arm and shoulder, in a room with metal walls and wooden beams.
People sitting at a table during a celebration, with a woman clapping and others watching, in a decorated event space.
Three people are greeting each other with handshakes at a table with a black tablecloth, a glass of water, a centerpiece of colorful flowers in a glass jar, and plates of food. The setting appears to be a celebration or gathering, with a white brick wall in the background.
DJ playing music on turntables with a laptop, surrounded by cables, in a dimly lit venue with a rocky wall backdrop.
A woman in a red dress holding a drink and a man in a black suit smiling at an indoor event with other people in the background.

Thank you to our sponsors for making the 44th Annual Dogwood Festival a success!

A colorful flyer for the Fayetteville Fall Festival from April 24-26, 2026 in Festival Park and Downtown Fayetteville, featuring logos of various sponsors and partners.