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Dunn is located along Interstate 95, halfway between New York and Florida. The Dunn area offers many wonderful things to see, do, and eat! Great golf characterizes this region of North Carolina. There are two Civil War battlefields close to Dunn, dedicated to preserving the history of our great state. Dunn has great dining and shopping, too! Visit our downtown shops and restaurants to experience the friendly charm of Dunn. There are many other attractions, and we hope you will browse this website and see all that we have to offer.

Take a break from your travel off of the interstate and experience why Dunn, NC is the place "where fun matters!"

  
Averasboro Battlefield Commission, Inc. - Upcoming Events

Averasboro Events 2010Averasboro Events 2010World War I Encampment

When: Saturday, September 25, 2010
10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Where: 3300 NC Hwy 82
Just South of Dunn/Erwin
& North of Godwin, NC

What: Interactive Simulated Activities
(i.e. throwing grenades); original
weaponry & clothing; mess kits & personal items; acknowledged World War I experts & enthusiasts.

FREE ADMISSION



Bob Bryan/Averasboro Battlefield Commission and Museum Annual Golf Tournament 2010

When: Wednesday, October 6, 2010; Rain Date: Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Where: Chicora Golf Course, located at 495 Chicora Club Drive, Dunn, NC

Check-in and Lunch at noon with shotgun start at 1:00 pm. Entry fee of $50 per person which includes: green fee, golf cart and buffet luncheon. Beverages available throughout the day. Registration forms are available here at the Dunn Area Tourism Office or you may pick one up at Averasboro Battlefield Museum. For more information, call 910-891-5019.

  
Cotton Festival - November 6, 2010

2010 Cotton Festival, Dunn, NCAttention Vendors!!
12th Annual Touchstone Energy NC Cotton Festival
Saturday, November 6, 2010
10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Spaces for locally owned Harnett County Vendors will be available starting June 15th.  On July 1, spaces will be opened up to all vendors and are on a first come, first served basis.  For more information visit www.nccottonfestival.com or call Angel or Sharon at 910-892-3282 and they will be glad to assist you.  We are expecting an even larger turn-out this year so come and bring your family to our great event!

We are excited to introduce our first ever "Karaoke Contest" as a part of our family entertainment schedule at this years' festival.  If interested, visit www.nccottonfestival.com and click on the karaoke contest tab to download your application.  If you have any questions, feel free to call 910-892-3282 and we will be happy to assist you. 

  
Contact the Dunn Area Tourism Authority

Welcome to Dunn, North Carolina!103 E. Cumberland Street
PO Box 310
Dunn, NC 28334

Telephone: (910) 892-3282
        
Fax: (910) 892-5735

Email: info@dunntourism.org

Click here for a map

 

If you have a business that is new to the area or if you have a business in this area and you are not a current member of the chamber, please consider joining our Dunn Area Chamber of Commerce.  This is a great way to market your business as well as meet new people.  For more information, call 910-892-4113 or visit them on the web at www.dunnchamber.com.

  
What's Next?

Noah's Landing
presents....
"Blue & 'Cue at the Zoo"
September 4th -5th, 2010

Looking for a little "staycation" this Labor Day weekend?  Kick back with barbecue and bluegrass at Noah's Landing, a non-profit children's zoo, located at 1489 Live Oak Road in Coats.  On Saturday and Sunday, families can wander the zoo and participate in special kid-friendly activities as a part of "Blue & 'Cue at the Zoo."  Kids can dive into crafts, a moon bounce, and wagon rides, meet raptors from the Wildlife Rescue Center, and witness the release of a red-shouldered hawk.  More than 50 species await.  The cost is $8 per person.  For more information, visit them on the web at www.noahslanding2x2.com or call them at 910-897-6624.  You may also contact them via email at info@noahslanding2x2.com.  Rain date is Sept. 11th - 12th.


Campbell University
Cape Fear Friends of the Fine Arts

Faculty Art Exhibition 
August 12th - September 13th
Sauls Gallery

Graphic Design Exhibition 
September 17th - November 3rd
Sauls Gallery

 Senior Exhibition 
November 5th - December 20th
Sauls Gallery
 

 

  2010 Boogie Down on Broad Street Concert Series presented by Jernigan's Nursery 

  • April 22nd - Hip Pocket 
  • May 13th - Billy Scott and the Prophets 
  • September 9th - Campbell University Night 
  • October 14th - Band of Oz
  • When & Where: Concerts are held 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, downtown Dunn. Bring your family & friends out to enjoy these great concerts!  Don't forget your lawn chairs!  

     

Dunn Farmer's Market
When & Where: Open every Saturday on Clinton Avenue in Dunn behind Sherry's Bakery! 8:00 am  to 1:00 pm  
Fresh fruits and vegetables, grown locally - there are also other items for sale as well!
Come out support our local farmers!!

 

 

  
Recent Events

Wreath Laying Ceremony in honor of General William C. Lee and D-Day - June 3rd

Pasture Party featuring Sammy Kershaw - May 22nd

Boogie Down on Broad Street Series Concert featuring Hip Pocket - April 22

  

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