Vendor applications have officially opened for the Cool Spring Downtown District’s 2024 4th Friday events. 

Taking place from March - October, 4th Friday features the best of Fayetteville’s visual and performing arts, live music and street performers. Folks of all ages get a taste of Downtown Fayetteville's dynamic arts and entertainment district while supporting local independent galleries, bistros and shops full of unique goods and gifts.

A 4th Friday Vendor Informational Meeting is scheduled for tonight, Thursday, March 7, from 5:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. in the Pate Room at the Cumberland County Library located at 300 Maiden Lane, in downtown Fayetteville. (The Pate Room is the first door on your left when you walk into the library.)

During this meeting, organizers will discuss the upcoming 2024 4th Friday season, updates to the 4th Friday event, the 4th Friday application and any questions attendees  may have about the event.

Eight 4th Friday events are scheduled for 2024. Those dates are: 

• March 22
• April 26 
• May 24 
• June 28
• July 26 
• August 23 
• September 27 and; 
• October 25 

Applications have opened for musicians/ performers, nonprofit booths, artists, food carts, commercial businesses and downtown businesses. 

Volunteer applications for 4th Friday events are also open to help with setup and breakdown of events and other duties assigned. 

CSDD also announced that they are moving to a new system for their 4th Friday applications. You can see the full 4th Friday schedule and find applications for individual dates here. 

Learn more about Cool Spring Downtown District and their organization here.