Fayetteville Street (Raleigh)

It is the City of Raleigh's ceremonial center, hosting parades, special events, and seasonal celebrations.

The Fayetteville Street district is home to a variety of downtown Raleigh businesses, shops, restaurants, bars, and other attractions, as well as government buildings and offices.

[2] In 1977, the street was closed to vehicular traffic and converted to a pedestrian mall in an attempt to revitalize the downtown area.

[3] Fayetteville Street hosts the annual Holidays Parade in Raleigh on the Saturday before Thanksgiving Day.

Private-sector sponsored events also draw spectators to the City's ceremonial core: Brewgaloo, Hopscotch Music Festival, Downtown Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo, SPARKcon, Pickin' In The Plaza, etc.