LICKSKILLET

All photos courtesy Emil Knodell, Fayetteville Vintage Gallery. Lickskillet Days in Fayetteville

Every October on the Square

At one time, Fayetteville was named Lick Skillet because, as rumor has it, people showing up late to community festivals complained that all the food was gone and were told to “lick the skillet.” So, don’t be late!

Held every October around the Fayetteville Square, this family-friendly festival offers a little something for everyone and includes children’s activities, ice-cold drinks, food, baked goods, arts and crafts, silly contests, both an onsite and online auction, and fun raffles. There’s even a Fun Run Walk and challenging 5K.

The SPJST Hall hosts their barbecue and bean cook-off, there’s a competitive horseshoe tournament, and always fun live music. Vendors around the square offer their wares. Cowboys boots are the suggested attire at the ever-popular street dance that lasts until midnight. Sunday features the Lickskillet Days Parade featuring unique floats, trail-riders, antique cars, and local charm that ends with a fried chicken dinner for all.

Plan to stay for the entire weekend of fun-filled events and experience the small town of Fayetteville - the way Texas used to be. www.fayettevilletxchamber.org