2026 Fayetteville Dogwood Festival

Festival Hours: Schedule

• Saturday, April 25: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Sunday, April 26: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  Note: Live music continues into the evening on Saturday. Vendors are welcome to stay open later, but it's optional.

Fees: Payment

Booth fees will not be charged until after your application has been reviewed and approved. The same payment method used at the time of application will be charged upon approval. If your payment is invalid at that time, your space may be forfeited.

 

Vendor Setup: Supplies
Vendors are responsible for providing:

• Tent

• Tables and chairs

• Power source (see below)

Power: Generator
No power will be provided. If you require electricity, you must bring a quiet, compact generator that fits under your table or within your booth space.

 

Security: Overnight
Overnight security will be provided for vendor areas.

 

Connectivity: Payment
Wi-Fi will not be provided. If you plan to accept payments other than cash (such as card readers), please ensure you have your own hotspot or data-enabled device.

 

Insurance: Required
All approved vendors must provide proof of insurance for the event. Instructions will be sent upon approval.

 

Deadlines: Apply

• Application Deadline: January 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM

• Notification of Acceptance: March 1, 2026 (via email only)

Please note:

• All decisions are made by the Vendor Committee and are final.

• We cannot provide status updates or feedback prior to approval notifications.

• Be prepared for your payment to be processed immediately upon approval.

We’re looking forward to an amazing festival weekend and hope to see your handmade work on display!

Thank you for your interest in being a vendor at the 2026 Dogwood Festival! The Dogwood Spring Festival will take place April 24-26, 2026. This is the application for FOOD VENDORS. If you are not an FOOD VENDOR, please return to the event application page to complete the correct vendor application. Failure to complete the correct vendor application may result in an denial.  FOOD VENDORS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONTACTING THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH TO COMPLETE AN EVENT APPLICATION.  

 

***ARE YOU A FAYETTEVILLE FOOD TRUCK? REACH OUT TO INFO@THEDOGWOODFESTIVAL.COM FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES WE HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR FAYETTEVILLE FOOD TRUCKS TO GET A DISCOUNT!*****

 

 

FESTIVAL HOURS

Friday 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Saturday 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Booth fees will not be charged until approval into the festival. The same payment type will be used at the time booth fees are charged. Invalid payment methods may risk loss of space. Vendor supplies their own tent, table, and chairs. Overnight security WILL be provided. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY January 16, AT 11:59 PM -- APPLICATIONS PAST THIS DATE/TIME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
 
APPLICATION DECISIONS WILL BE ANNOUNCED BY OCTOBER 1ST.
 
Please note the following information: 

- Vendors will be notified via Eventeny/email of the decision.

- Staff cannot disclose the decision of your application. All decisions are made by the Vendor Committee.

- Additional information will not be supplied prior to the receipt of an approval email. 

- Upon approval, accepted vendors will be charged per the same payment type as paid during the application fee process. Expect a payment to process at the moment approval comes through. 

 

IMPORTANT NOTES FOR FOOD VENDORS: 

- Food Vendor spaces are designated for those who will be preparing food on-site and selling to patrons/festival-goers. 

- Food Vendors should be prepared to serve a high volume of people. 

- Soft drinks and other non-alcoholic beverages may be sold by food vendors.

 

- Food Vendors must abide by NC Health guidelines and will be inspected prior to opening. For more information contact the Cumberland County Health Department at 910-433-3660.

 

- Food Vendors are subject to Fire Marshall regulations.

- Be free of grease splashes, spills, and/or any grease containers. Grease disposal and clean-up is the responsibility of the Food Vendor - subject to fee if this occurs.

- Be free of trash or any other items on the ground. Trash must be disposed of properly in the appropriate trash can subject to fee if additional clean up is needed. 

Are you a talented artist with a Fayetteville address? Then this is the opportunity for you! ANY and ALL genres welcome! We will be approving on a rolling basis!

 

We’re looking for local musicians to share their incredible sound and energy at our Fall Festival on Sunday, April 26th, 2026, from 12 PM to 7 PM. Each music act will be responsible for a 45 minute set. 

 

This is your chance to shine in front of your community and be part of a weekend full of music, fun, and Fayetteville pride! While this is a volunteer performance, we’re working to connect participating artists with paid opportunities at other Downtown events throughout the year.

 

To qualify, at least one band member must have a Fayetteville, NC address. It doesn’t have to be the person filling out the form, but you’ll need to include the Fayetteville address for verification.

 

We can’t wait to showcase the amazing talent that makes our city sing!

Exclusive Benefits: * Private VIP Tent (fully furnished with tables & chairs) for company employees exclusive to you (10’x20’). Perfect for team building and employee appreciation! * Pizza can be provided at no additional cost on Saturday wristbands will be provided. * Branded event t-shirts (for up to 25 employees, more can be purchased). * Three VIP parking spots for festival convenience. * Headline Sponsor Recognition in all marketing (press releases, official merchandise, digital promotions). * On-Stage Speaking Opportunity before a headline act. * Expanded Social Media Exposure & Business Spotlight Feature (We have over 29,600 followers on Facebook and this would include a page just for your company on our site highlighting you and your community impact.) * Event Tickets: 8 tickets to both the Sponsor Appreciation Party & Cork & Fork event. * Logo Placement on event posters, official t-shirts, banners, and festival marketing. * Exhibitor Space: 10’x20’+ (negotiable). *Two Meet and Greet passes with Saturday's featured entertainment

Premium Benefits: * Logo Placement on event posters, official t-shirts, banners, and festival marketing. * Exhibitor Space: 10’x20’+ (negotiable). * Business Highlights on social media. * Recognition in Festival Publications & Website (logo & direct link). * Festival Announcements promoting the business. * Banner Placement (provided by the sponsor) * Event Tickets: 6 tickets to both the Sponsor Appreciation Party & Cork & Fork event. * One VIP parking spot for festival convenience.

Comprehensive Visibility: * Logo Featured on festival banners & website sponsor scroll. * 10’x10’ Promenade Exhibitor Space. * Social Media Mentions & Business Spotlights. * Recognition in Festival Publications. * Banner Placement. * Event Tickets: 4 tickets to both the Sponsor Preview Party & Cork & Fork event.

Standard Sponsorship Package: * Logo Placement on event banners & website. * 10’x10’ Exhibitor Space. * Festival Publications Recognition. * Event Tickets: 2 tickets to both the Sponsor Preview Party & Cork & Fork event.

* Logo Placement on event banners & website. * 10’x10’ Exhibitor Space.

Exclusive to Media Partners (TV, Radio, Print, Digital, and Influencers) * Logo Placement on all festival advertising & promotional materials. * On-stage announcements recognizing media sponsors throughout the festival based on agreement. * Featured Business Spotlight on social media and website. * Opportunity for Live Broadcasting & Promotional Booth Space (space is limited). * Event Tickets: 2 tickets to both the Sponsor Appreciation Party & Cork & Fork event. Can increase based on advertising amount! * Media Night will be exclusive. It will be held specifically for the media and will be an intimate setting, 10 tickets per business will be provided.

Thank you for your interest in sponsoring the 44th Annual Fayetteville Dogwood Festival! Please complete the form below, and a member of our team will contact you to discuss your sponsorship benefits and next steps. Contact Details: Kaylynn Suarez, Director@TheDogwoodFestival.com, 910-323-1934 Overview of Sponsorship Levels: A. Presenting Sponsor – $18,000+ (Exclusive – 1 Available) Exclusive Benefits: * Private VIP Tent (fully furnished with tables & chairs) for company employees exclusive to you (10’x20’). Perfect for team building and employee appreciation! ** Pizza can be provided at no additional cost on Saturday. Wristbands will be provided. * Branded event t-shirts (for up to 25 employees, more can be purchased). * Three VIP parking spots for festival convenience. * Headline Sponsor Recognition in all marketing (press releases, official merchandise, digital promotions). * On-Stage Speaking Opportunity before a headline act. * Expanded Social Media Exposure & Business Spotlight Feature (We have over 29,600 followers on Facebook and this would include a page just for your company on our site highlighting you and your community impact.) * Event Tickets: 8 tickets to both the Sponsor Appreciation Party & Cork & Fork event. * Logo Placement on event posters, official t-shirts, banners, and festival marketing. * Exhibitor Space: 10’x20’+ (negotiable). B. Platinum Sponsor – $12,000 to $17,000 Premium Benefits: * Logo Placement on event posters, official t-shirts, banners, and festival marketing. * Exhibitor Space: 10’x20’+ (negotiable). * Business Highlights on social media. * Recognition in Festival Publications & Website (logo & direct link). * Festival Announcements promoting the business. * Banner Placement (provided by the sponsor) * Event Tickets: 6 tickets to both the Sponsor Appreciation Party & Cork & Fork event. * One VIP parking spot for festival convenience. C. Gold Sponsor – $8,000 to $11,999 Comprehensive Visibility: * Logo Featured on festival banners & website sponsor scroll. * 10’x10’ Promenade Exhibitor Space. * Social Media Mentions & Business Spotlights. * Recognition in Festival Publications. * Banner Placement. * Event Tickets: 4 tickets to both the Sponsor Preview Party & Cork & Fork event. D. Silver Sponsor – $4,000 to $7,999 Standard Sponsorship Package: * Logo Placement on event banners & website. * 10’x10’ Exhibitor Space. * Festival Publications Recognition. * Event Tickets: 2 tickets to both the Sponsor Preview Party & Cork & Fork event. E. Bronze – $2,500 to $3,999 * Logo Placement on event banners & website. * 10’x10’ Exhibitor Space. F. Media Sponsor – Price will vary based on services offered. Exclusive to Media Partners (TV, Radio, Print, Digital, and Influencers) * Logo Placement on all festival advertising & promotional materials. * On-stage announcements recognizing media sponsors throughout the festival based on agreement. * Featured Business Spotlight on social media and website. * Opportunity for Live Broadcasting & Promotional Booth Space (space is limited). * Event Tickets: 2 tickets to both the Sponsor Appreciation Party & Cork & Fork event. Can increase based on advertising amount! * Media Night will be exclusive. It will be held specifically for the media and will be an intimate setting, 10 tickets per business will be provided.

* 10 x 10 on Spirit Row * Logo displayed on event banner * Monthly posts highlighting your campus through our social media outlets * Logo included on the sponsor page of the festival website with direct link to your website * Banner placement throughout the park (you provide the banner) * A marketing kit will be provided for approval on post on social media

* 10 x 10 Space within the festival footprint * Logo displayed on event banners * Monthly posts highlighting your mission * Logo included on the sponsor section of the Festival website with a direct link to your website. * Banner placement throughout the park (you provide the banner) * A marketing kit will be provided for approval for posts on social media highlighting non-profits supporting non-profits

*Logo displayed on the event banner * Logo on sponsor page of Festival website * 10 x 10 space within Festival footprint * 2 passes to attend the sponsor preview day / media day party

Volunteer with us at the 2026 Dogwood Festival! Our organization is successful because of the hard work, dedication, and the love of our event by our volunteers. Our volunteers contribute their help through all types of activities from setting up at the festival to specialized services! Becoming a volunteer is a great and FUN opportunity to give back to the community and support the festival. Please complete this application if you are interested in joining us! We have a variety of tasks that will fit your interest, skills, and availability! Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. To serve alcohol, volunteers must be at least 21 years of age. If you are a high school student or student group, please reach out to director@thedogwoodfestival.com. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us via email at info@thedogwoodfestival.com.

The Media Representative is granted access to the event with the following exclusions:

 

• Best Seat Ticket
• Media T-shirt ( If approved before March 5, 2026)
• No access to the backstage area.
• No access to the VIP area.

Every dollar donated helps keep our concerts free to attend. The Dogwood Festival has always been about celebrating community, creativity, and connection — and we’re proud to offer high-quality, family-friendly events that are free to attend. Your support helps us “Play It Forward” by funding live performances, local artist showcases, and hands-on experiences that inspire the next generation of creators. Every dollar you give helps keep our events accessible to everyone, while ensuring we can continue to bring top-tier entertainment, art, and culture to Downtown Fayetteville. Donate today and help us keep the music playing, the art flowing, and the community growing and free for all to enjoy.