Friday, April 5

Steve’n’Seagulls / Courtesy

It’s a jam packed weekend in Fayetteville this weekend. Good luck choosing from all the things to do.

The Joe Martin Stage Race is happening all weekend in Fayetteville. Probably the best opportunity to watch is on Sunday when the Criterium races happen around the square. Here’s more info on how to watch.

Also in Fayetteville this weekend is TheatreSquared’s annual New Play Festival. The event features staged readings of brand new plays from some of the most promising playwrights in the country. Details are here.

Music-wise, there are some sweet shows in town. Remember the bluegrass band that got famous covering Metallica on YouTube a few years ago? They’re called Steve’n’Seagulls, they’re from Finland, and they’ll back in town for a show at George’s on Friday night. Check them out.

There’s a big old rock show at Backspace with Headcold, Tom Boil, the Phlegms, and Gardensnakes Friday night.

Also in tuens, locals Yokahoma Drifters and Ghost Cities will perform at Smoke & Barrel.

There’s a lot more below.

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Saturday, April 6

Fayetteville Farmers’ Market / Staff photo

Ladies and gentlemen. The Fayetteville Farmers’ Market is back on the square! The first outdoor market of the year is happening on Saturday. Everyone and their dog will be down there.

How about a crawfish and craft beer festival? There’s one happening at Washington County Fairgrounds. The annual Ales & Tails event is happening. There will be crawfish, gumbo, local brews, live music, and more. Here’s more info.

There’s a roller Derby bout at Starlight Skatium. You can see the locals take on Rocktown Rollerderby at 5 p.m.

How about an art show? Local Color Studio Gallery is celebrating 4 years with an anniversary show at 6 p.m. Saturday night.

Music-wise, there’s a big show at Smoke & Barrel with Noah Richmond’s Little Monster along with local hero, Dana Louise.

There’s a lot more below. Have an awesome weekend, everyone.

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Sunday, April 7

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