Where to Shop Downtown
Shopping Overview
Section titled “Shopping Overview”Downtown Fayetteville features unique boutiques, galleries, and specialty shops you won’t find at the mall.
Find Shops
Section titled “Find Shops”Shop Types
Section titled “Shop Types”Boutiques & Apparel
Section titled “Boutiques & Apparel”Local fashion and accessories
Art & Galleries
Section titled “Art & Galleries”- Arts Council of Fayetteville
- Local artist studios
- Craft markets during events
Specialty & Gifts
Section titled “Specialty & Gifts”- The Sweet Palette (desserts)
- Unique gift shops
- Local artisan goods
Antiques
Section titled “Antiques”Various antique and vintage shops in the downtown area
Best Shopping Times
Section titled “Best Shopping Times”| Time | Experience |
|---|---|
| Weekday afternoon | Quiet browsing |
| Saturday | Busiest - full selection |
| 4th Friday | Extended hours, sidewalk sales |
| Dickens Holiday | Holiday shopping kickoff |
Events with Shopping
Section titled “Events with Shopping”4th Friday
Section titled “4th Friday”Many shops offer:
- Extended hours (6-9pm)
- Sidewalk displays
- Special promotions
Dogwood Festival (April)
Section titled “Dogwood Festival (April)”100+ vendors stretch from downtown to Festival Park.
Dickens Holiday (November)
Section titled “Dickens Holiday (November)”Victorian-themed shopping kicks off the holiday season with 20,000 visitors.
Parking for Shopping
Section titled “Parking for Shopping”- Free after 5pm and weekends
- Metered parking 9am-5pm weekdays
- Parking map
Support Local
Section titled “Support Local”Many downtown shops are locally owned small businesses. Shopping downtown keeps money in the local economy and supports your neighbors.