Looking for a concert, comedy show or festival? Here's what's coming to Fayetteville
Fayetteville residents looking for entertainment don't necessarily have to hop on Interstate 40 to Raleigh to find it.
Instead, they can head over to Cumberland County's Crown Complex, which has plenty of events, from concerts to comedy shows to festivals, planned for the last four months of 2024.
For more information about these shows, including meet-and-greets and additional events, visit the Crown's website at crowncomplexnc.com.
Here's a look at some shows scheduled in September, October, November and December.
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Ladies R&B Kickback Concert
The Ladies R&B Kickback concert features performances by 1990s-era national acts Dru Hill, Ginuine, Lloyd, Pleasure P, Bobby V, H-Town, Case, Shai and Sammie.
When: 8 p.m. Sept. 28
Where: Crown Coliseum
Tickets: Starting at $54 plus fees on TicketMaster.
Festival of Laughs
The Festival of Laughs comedy tour features comedians Earthquake, Arnez J, Tommy Davidson and Joe Clair.
When: 8 p.m. Oct. 12
Where: Crown Theatre
Tickets: Starting at $55 plus fees on TicketMaster
More information: Visit festivaloflaughs.com
Fayetteville Comic Con Fall 2024
The twice-annual pop culture convention returns with vendors, artists and celebrity guests from a variety of popular media.
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 19 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 20
Where: Crown Expo
Tickets: Tickets range from $5 to $45 plus fees, depending on age, on Ticketmaster
More information: Visit fayettevillecomiccon.com
2024 WIDU Anniversary Celebration Concert
Fayetteville community radio station WIDU 99.7 FM's annual Anniversary Celebration Concert features performances by Pastor John P. Kee & the New Life Choir, Le'Andria Johnson, Tim Rogers, Doc McKenzie & the Hi-Lites and special honorees the McDonald Sisters.
When: 6 p.m. Oct. 25
Where: Crown Coliseum
Tickets: Starting at $33 plus fees on Ticketmaster
More information: Visit facebook.com/widuanniversary
Ali Siddiq
Ali Siddiq is a standup comedian and public speaker who has appeared on HBO's "Def Comedy Jam."
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 25
Where: Crown Theatre
Tickets: Starting at $30 plus fees on Ticketmaster
More information: Visit alisiddiq.com
The Homecoming 2
Fayetteville boxer Michael Williams Jr., the National Boxing Association World Champion, faces off against DeMarcus "Chop Chop" Corley in The Homecoming 2.
When: 6:15 p.m. Oct. 26
Where: Crown Arena
Tickets: Starting at $20 plus fees on Ticketmaster
Billy Ocean
Grammy Award-winning singer Billy Ocean performs hits such as "Caribbean Queen (No More Love on the Run)" and "Get Outta My Dreams (Get Into My Car)" during a stop in Fayetteville.
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 27
Where: Crown Theatre
Tickets: Starting at $49 plus fees on Ticketmaster
More information: Visit billyocean.com
The second annual Ville City Blues Festival
The second annual Ville City Blues Festival features the Blues is Alright Tour with performances by Tucka, King George, Pokey Bear, Lenny Williams, West Love and J-Wonn.
When: 8 p.m. Nov. 1
Where: Crown Coliseum
Tickets: Starting at $59 plus fees on Ticketmaster
More information: Visit facebook.com/bluesisalright
TobyMac, Zach Williams and MercyMe
Christian music artists TobyMac, Zach Williams and MercyMe bring their tour to Fayetteville.
When: 7 p.m. Nov. 7
Where: Crown Coliseum
Tickets: Starting at $39.75 plus fees on Ticketmaster
More information: Visit awakeningevents.com/tobymercymezach
TNA Wrestling Presents: iMPACT!
TNA Wrestling brings pro wrestling to Fayetteville on back-to-back nights in November.
When: 6:30 p.m. Nov. 8 and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 9
Where: Crown Arena
Tickets: Starting at $30 plus fees on Ticketmaster
More information: Visit tnawrestling.com
WKML Stars and Guitars
The Fayetteville radio station's annual country music festival, WKML Stars and Guitars, features performances by Tigirlily Gold, Kameron Marlowe, George Birge, Zach Top and LOCASH.
When: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11
Where: Crown Coliseum
Tickets: Starting at $31 plus fees on Ticketmaster
More information: Visit wkml.com/event/wkml-stars-guitars-concert-info-faq
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
The NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet blends ballet with the music of Tchaikovsky and a classic Christmas tale.
When: 7 p.m. Nov. 14
Where: Crown Theatre
Tickets: Starting at $27 plus fees on Ticketmaster
More information: Visit nutcracker.com
Kansas: 50th Anniversary Tour
The classic rock band Kansas, known for hits "Dust in the Wind" and "Carry on My Wayward Son," brings its Another Fork in the Road Tour to Fayetteville.
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5
Where: Crown Theatre
Tickets: Starting at $49 plus fees on Ticketmaster
More information: Visit kansasband.com
Blackberry Smoke: Be Right Here Tour
Country rock band Blackberry Smoke passes through Fayetteville during its Be Right Here Tour 2024.
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 7
Where: Crown Theatre
Tickets: Starting at $39.50 plus fees on Ticketmaster
More information: Visit blackberrysmoke.com
Natalie Grant and Danny Gokey
Christian music singers Natalie Grant and Danny Gokey stop into Fayetteville's Crown Theatre in December for their Celebrate Christmas Tour.
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 8
Where: Crown Theatre
Tickets: Starting at $21 plus fees on Ticketmaster
Disney on Ice
The family-friendly ice-skating sing-along show Disney on Ice featuring Mickey and friends returns to the Crown this holiday season.
When: Dec. 12-15, multiple showtimes
Where: Crown Coliseum
Tickets: Starting at $25 plus fees on Ticketmaster
More information: Visit disneyonice.com
This article originally appeared on The Fayetteville Observer: Singers and comedians coming to the Crown in Fayetteville in 2024
