Cool Spring Downtown District is a nonprofit corporation, founded in 2017, with a mission to grow Downtown Fayetteville as a vibrant hub where creativity, culture, and commerce thrive.
Cool Spring Downtown District is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting, promoting, and enhancing Downtown Fayetteville as a vibrant center for arts, culture, business, and community life.
The district covers the core of Downtown Fayetteville, including Hay Street, Person Street, Franklin Street, and surrounding blocks — a walkable area filled with shops, restaurants, galleries, and entertainment venues.
The organization manages events, supports local businesses, promotes downtown growth, encourages investment, and creates cultural programming that enhances the downtown experience for residents and visitors.
Major events include the District New Year’s Eve Spectacular, Fayetteville After Five, Night Markets, arts festivals, cultural celebrations, seasonal events, and business-focused community programs.
Most events are free and open to the public. Details and schedules are posted on Cool Spring Downtown District’s official website and social media channels.
Yes. Businesses can participate as vendors, sponsors, performers, or partners in various programs and events. Contact the organization directly for partnership opportunities.
To sponsor events, you can reach out to their leadership team or visit their sponsorship page. Sponsorship packages vary and may include brand visibility, vendor placement, and promotional benefits.
Yes. Volunteers play a major role in supporting events, community engagement, and district programming. Interested individuals can apply through the volunteer portal or contact the team by email.
Absolutely. The district features parks, museums, family-friendly events, safe walkable streets, and activities geared toward visitors of all ages.
Yes. Downtown Fayetteville provides multiple parking lots, on-street spaces, and garage options. Parking locations are listed on the city's website and event pages for convenience.
