It may only be August, but the annually anticipated “A Dickens Holiday” downtown shopping event has confirmed it will be returning to Downtown Fayetteville this year on Friday, Nov. 24.
Brought to the community by The Downtown Alliance, the 24th Annual A Dickens Holiday
continues many elements that have become beloved local traditions, but this year, expands its spirit throughout a larger footprint to include Franklin Square, Maxwell Street and Hay Street. It will be an immersive extravaganza of holiday nostalgia across the eras.
Event Highlights:
For more information, sponsorship opportunities and details, visit faydta.com/adickensholiday or email director@adickensholiday.com.
Follow the Downtown Alliance on Facebook @fayDTA for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes glimpses as they prepare for this year’s “A Dickens Holiday.”
Brian and Staci Graybill opened their third business together, Market Square Pantry, in December 2025. Photo provided by Faith Hatton. For Fayetteville entrepreneurs Brian and Staci Graybill, building a business has often started when they were
The venue features two levels, two fully stocked bars, audio-video systems including projectors, and lighting solutions, an in-house culinary team, lounge space, a bistro section and private rooms, a state-of-the-art DJ booth and on-site staff to hel
Brad and Kelley McLawhorn became business partners in 2001 when they first opened a restaurant on Reilly Road. Now, their highly praised catering company continues to impress community members with flexibility, quality and personalized service. Photo
