Fort Liberty Visitor Guide

Welcome, Military Families

Downtown Fayetteville has deep roots with Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg). Whether you’re PCSing in, visiting for graduation, or enjoying a day off base, downtown welcomes you.

Quick Facts

Info	Details
Distance from Fort Liberty	~10 miles (15-20 minutes)
Parking	Free evenings & weekends
Dress code	Casual - you’ll fit right in
Military discounts	Many businesses offer them (ask!)

Must-See: Airborne & Special Operations Museum

Free admission | World-class exhibits | All ages

Details
Address	100 Bragg Boulevard
Hours	Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm
Admission	Free
Parking	Free lot

This museum honors the history of airborne and special operations forces. Even civilians find it fascinating. For military families, it’s deeply meaningful.

Highlights:

Full-size aircraft and vehicles
Interactive exhibits
Combat dioramas
Special Operations Wing

Best Times to Visit

Weekday Evenings

Less crowded downtown
Free parking after 5pm
Perfect for dinner date

Weekends

Free parking all day
Museums open
More relaxed pace

4th Friday (Monthly, March-October)

Live music, food trucks, vendors
Maximum downtown energy
Great for families and groups
Free event, 6pm-9pm

Avoid

Military paydays can be busier (1st and 15th)
Major Fort Liberty events may increase traffic
Check Downtown Guide for predictions

Graduation & Ceremony Tips

If you’re visiting for a graduation, promotion, or retirement:

Before the Ceremony

Tip	Details
Reserve restaurant	Book 1-2 weeks ahead for groups
Confirm times	Ceremonies can shift
Plan parking	Downtown parking or rideshare

Celebration Spots

Type	Options
Nice dinner	Several upscale downtown options
Casual celebration	Breweries, casual dining
Private rooms	Some restaurants offer them

Group Size Considerations

Group	Recommendations
2-4 people	Any downtown restaurant
5-8 people	Call ahead for large table
9+ people	Reserve private room or space

PCS Tips (Moving to Fayetteville)

Explore Before Moving

Downtown gives you a feel for Fayetteville beyond the base area:

Restaurant scene
Local culture
Community vibe

Living Downtown?

A growing number of military families choose downtown living:

Short commute to base
Walkable neighborhood
Different from typical base housing areas

See: Living Downtown

Military Discounts

Many downtown businesses offer military discounts. Always ask!

Common discounts:

10-15% off
Special military menus
Free appetizers
Parking validation

Family-Friendly Activities

Activity	Details
Airborne Museum	Free, all ages, 2+ hours
4th Friday	Free monthly event, family friendly
Downtown restaurants	Many have kids’ menus
Parks	Green spaces for kids to run

See: Family Day Itinerary

Date Night

Stationed at Fort Liberty? Downtown offers date nights without the drive to Raleigh.

Option	Duration	Budget
Quick date	1.5 hours	$
Dinner & drinks	3 hours	$$
Full evening	4+ hours	$$$

See: Date Night Itinerary

Getting Here

From Fort Liberty Main Gate

Take Bragg Boulevard south
Continue to downtown (becomes Hay Street area)
~15-20 minutes depending on traffic

Parking

When	Cost
Weekdays after 5pm	Free
Weekends & holidays	Free
Weekdays 9am-5pm	$1.50/hr (meters)

Options: Person Street Deck, street meters, surface lots

Downtown Guide Parking - Real-time availability and walking distances

Useful Links

Downtown Guide - Foot traffic predictions, events
Airborne Museum - Plan your visit
Events Calendar - What’s happening
Itineraries - Pre-planned visits

Community Connection

Join the Community

The Downtown Alliance welcomes military families:

Community forum
Event updates
Business directory
Neighborhood voice

Military Spouse Businesses

Several downtown businesses are military spouse-owned. Supporting them supports the military community.

Thank you for your service. Welcome to downtown Fayetteville.