Crown Complex and Fayetteville Liberty announce opening night

By Staff Report, posted Feb 26, 2026 on BizFayetteville.com

Graphic provided by Fayetteville Liberty

The Fayetteville Liberty professional basketball team will officially tip off its inaugural season with a high-energy opening night matchup on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Crown Complex Arena against the Raleigh Firebirds. The event promises to be a landmark night for the city, combining professional basketball, live entertainment, community engagement and fan-focused experiences.

Game highlights include:

Fayetteville Liberty vs. Raleigh Firebirds season opener
Live performance by Petey Pablo
Special appearance by the Hoke County Marching Band
In-arena giveaways and fan experiences
Raise Up Swag Towels for the first 250 fans in attendance
Sponsor and partner activations throughout the concourse

Team leadership describes the opener as more than just a game.

“This is a historic moment for our organization and for Fayetteville,” said team ownership in a press release. “Opening Night represents months of preparation, partnership, and community collaboration. We’re inviting the entire region to come out, throw your hands up, raise up, and be part of Liberty history.”

The Fayetteville Liberty enters the season focused on competitive excellence, player development and community impact. The organization has built strong partnerships across local businesses, schools and civic institutions, aligning sports with service and opportunity throughout the region.

Fans can purchase tickets now through the team website at www.faylibertync.com, via Ticketmaster or directly at the Crown Complex Arena box office.

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