Things To Do in Fayetteville This Weekend: September 5-September 7
September brings an exciting mix of entertainment across the region, from hands-on adventures for kids to high-energy theater
This weekend’s Kids Night Out in the Garden invites children to discover the magical world of nighttime at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden.
Getty ImagesSeptember brings an exciting mix of entertainment across the region, from hands-on adventures for kids to high-energy theater. Fayetteville hosts Kids Night Out in the Garden: Magical Moths and the Dolly Parton-powered “9 to 5: The Musical”.
Kids Night Out in the Garden: Magical Moths
- What: Drop-off program for children ages 8-12
- When: Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m.
- Where: Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Blvd., Fayetteville
- Cost: $35 per child ($25 for members)
This month's Kids Night Out in the Garden invites children ages 8-12 to discover the magical nighttime world of moths. Participants will experiment with moth bait, search for moths in the garden, and plant their own moth-pollinated moonflower seeds to take home. The night ends with a campfire and s'mores, making it both educational and fun.
“9 to 5: The Musical”
- What: Musical inspired by the film “9 to 5”
- When: Friday, Sept. 5, and Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, at 2 p.m. (additional dates available)
- Where: Cape Fear Regional Theatre, 1707 Owen Drive, Fayetteville
- Cost: $20 to $39
“9 to 5: The Musical” bursts with Dolly Parton's signature energy, delivering sharp comedy, powerhouse vocals, and a story of empowerment. In Violet, Judy, and Doralee, we see the combination of fantasy, mayhem, and persistence as they form a wild idea to make a change. With big laughs, impactful music, and female-led storytelling, “9 to 5” portrays workplace struggles, inspiring resilience, revenge, and collective power.
Other Events
Fayetteville is buzzing with family-friendly activities, seasonal celebrations, and community traditions. From outdoor adventures to fall festivities and classic fair fun, the city offers many ways to enjoy time together:
- Family Fun Day: Sandhills Adventure Among the Pines: Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Blvd., Fayetteville
- Fun Fall Festival: Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, from noon to 4 p.m. at Gaston Brewing Taproom, 421 Chicago Drive, Fayetteville
- Cumberland County Fair: Friday, Sept. 5, at 5 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 6, and Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. at Crown Complex, 1960 Coliseum Drive, Fayetteville
