Good morning, Fayetteville.

On Sunday, March 22, the 2026 CROP Hunger Walk will gather families at First Baptist Church on Anderson Street, with team check-in at 2 p.m. and the walk starting at 3 p.m.; donations directly support Fayetteville Urban Ministry + World Church in the fight against hunger locally and abroad.

Carolina Horse Park will host its first annual Friends & Neighbors Day on March 15 at 9 a.m. at 2814 Montrose Rd; the event will include a Chili Cook-Off, Dog Agility Demonstration, and People’s Steeplechase 5k/10k for families and community members.

The Cumberland County Council on Older Adults hosts the Scam Jam Prevention Program on March 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Senior Center East (917 Washington Dr) to help seniors and caregivers spot financial scams, offering refreshments and door prizes with limited seating.

On March 20, the Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra will honor Maestro Stefan Sanders at Studio 215 in downtown Fayetteville at 7 p.m.—the cocktail-style event features live jazz, tributes, and a reveal of Music Director candidates for next season.

Cumberland County celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a full lineup of events starting today at 6:30 p.m. at Paddy’s Irish Pub—featuring a watercolor class—with additional festive parties, a vintage market, and a family leprechaun hunt scheduled through Tuesday.

The Harlem Globetrotters will perform at 7 p.m. on March 20 at the Crown Coliseum to mark their 100th anniversary tour.

The event offers skilled basketball and playful routines that have attracted family crowds since 1976.

Cumberland County school officials proposed consolidating 8+ schools and modernizing classrooms with a $670.8M budget request that includes $6.5M in raises, while planning a potential closure of Anne Chestnutt Middle School to address over $800M in deferred repairs ahead of the 2026-27 school year.

Fayetteville Roller Derby will host a double header at Crown Complex Exposition Center on March 21 starting with a bout at 5 p.m. featuring the Rogue All Stars and a community mixer at 7 p.m.; tickets include both games & free entry for children under 7.

Fayetteville Liberty began their inaugural season on March 6 at the Crown Arena with a 93 to 86 win over the Raleigh Firebirds, drawing fans, community leaders, and officials in a unified celebration, and their next home game is on March 21 (against DMV Soldiers) with more community excitement expected.

Fayetteville State basketball captured its second CIAA championship in five seasons under first-year coach Devin Hoehn — the Broncos now prepare for NCAA D2 Tournament action, with the men’s team set to face California, Pa. on Saturday at Gannon in Indianapolis.

Terry Sanford’s junior guard Zaniya Reddick reflected on the Bulldogs’ run two seasons ago and will assume a new leadership role as she prepares for Thursday’s NCHSAA 6A title game.

Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour

7-8 p.m. — Crown Complex — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate a century of incredible tricks and fun with the Harlem Globetrotters.

Celebration of Arts: A Day of Gratitude & PLUSH Awards

3-6 p.m. — Seven Horsemen Billiards — Ticketed entry — Celebrate artistic expression with live performances, awards, and community connection.

North Carolina Home Expo

12 PM – 4 PM — Crown Coliseum — Free admission — Explore a variety of home improvement ideas and exclusive savings at this community-focused expo.

Easter Celebration at Sweet Valley Ranch

10 AM – 4 PM — Sweet Valley Ranch — Family-friendly fun — Celebrate Easter with egg hunts, farm animals, and delicious treats.