Good morning, Fayetteville.

Eastover is hosting its monthly summer concert series at Eastover Community Park, which kicked off on May 31 with a show by The Catalinas.

The free events will continue through summer with Rivermist performing on June 14—attendees can enjoy live local music, food vendors, and free shuttles from parking areas.

Fayetteville police arrested Kirky Lee Brooks—32—after he barricaded himself in a home on Tinman Drive during an hours-long standoff that began at 7 a.m. Monday, June 10, and officials said there was no ongoing threat; he now faces charges of larceny of a firearm, possession of a stolen firearm, and obstructing an officer.

Fayetteville and nearby areas will celebrate Juneteenth with a series of events honoring African American history and cultural contributions.

The SovereignCool Spring Downtown District will hold its fourth annual Juneteenth Jubilee on Saturday, June 14 at Festival Park (1335 Ray Street) from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. as other local gatherings add to the community festivities.

Cadillac Ranch will host The Showdown: Volume Two — Swing Through, a three-day dance event from June 13 to June 15 at 3101 Fort Bragg Road featuring workshops and competitions in country swing, two-step, and line dancing.

Organized by 8 Count Country, the event will offer sessions on Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and requires a Cadillac Ranch membership for participation.

Fort Bragg’s FMWR will host the Red, White, Boom celebration on June 28 from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.—a free event with musical acts by Parmalee, Neon Trees and Ludacris, a Golden Knights parachute demonstration, patriotic ceremonies and a fireworks finale.

Visitors over 18 must bring a DoD ID or obtain a visitor pass, and early arrival is recommended to ease crowd delays.

Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra will perform 'Classical Connections: Echoes in Time' on Saturday, June 21 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 22 at 2 p.m. at the Gilbert Theater in downtown Fayetteville.

The historic venue—located at 116 Green Street—will host the concerts in an intimate setting that blends classical and modern chamber music.

Fayetteville City Council approved a youth curfew plan that sets a 30-day grace period for enforcement starting June 9—during which officers will issue warnings rather than criminal charges, focusing on parental accountability.

The council also passed a $315M FY26 budget that adds $150,000 for youth events and increases community safety funding with a $100,000 boost for micro-grants.

Robin Hood

6:45 p.m. — Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County — $ — Experience thrilling sword fighting and daring escapes in a captivating tale of justice and rebellion.

7th Annual Father's Day Weekend Crab Feast

12-5:30 p.m. — John D Fuller Sr. Recreational/Athletic Complex — Ticketed event — Enjoy all-you-can-eat blue crabs, fish & chips, and live music in a family-friendly environment.

Robin Hood

6:45 p.m. — Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County — Admission details not provided — Experience an epic tale of justice with sword fighting and daring escapes in Sweet Tea Shakespeare’s Robin Hood.

Nerf Wars

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — The Rick Herrema Foundation — Free meals provided — Experience an action-packed day of Nerf battles and fun activities for the whole family.

Canvas Confessions

3-6 p.m. — 226 The Warehouse — Ticket purchase required — Experience an artistic journey combining live poetry and guided painting to express emotions on canvas.

DIY for the 4th of July

6-8 p.m. — Cape Fear Studios Inc — $45 — Unleash your creativity with a patriotic painting class to celebrate Independence Day.

FRC Firecracker 4 Miler

7-10 a.m. — North Carolina Veterans Park — Entry fee required — Celebrate Independence Day with a fun 4-mile race and a Kids/Fun run through historic Downtown Fayetteville.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

July 8th-10th — Freedom Courts Sports Complex — Registration required — Enhance your shooting and ball-handling skills with expert coaching and tailored drills.