Fun things to do in Cumberland County outside of Fayetteville

Akira Kyles, The Fayetteville Observer
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Looking to branch out of the Fayetteville city limits and see what there is to do in the rest of the county? Here are some fun things to do in Hope Mills and Spring Lake.

Stop Button Bar

Address: 4251 Legion Road

Website: stopbuttonbar.com

Stop Button Bar offers fun arcade games and "nerd-themed" cocktails. Every third Saturday of the month, Stop Button holds gaming tournaments. Admission costs $7 Sunday through Thursday, $10 Friday and Saturday for adults and $5 for patrons under the age of 18.

Putt-Putt Fun Center

Address: 3311 Footbridge Lane

Website: puttputt.com/hope-mills

Putt-Putt Fun Center offers many fun activities, including golf, laser tag, bumper cars, batting cages and an arcade. It's open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 10 p.m. Prices vary based on the attraction. For more information on prices, visit their website.

Surge Trampoline Park

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Address: 3333 N. Main St.

Website: surgefun.com

Surge includes a trampoline court, an arcade, a wipeout course, a ninja course, dodgeball, a soft play course, trampoline basketball, jousting, climbing features, a trapeze and a high dive. The park is now closed on Mondays. For prices and bookings, visit the website.

Dirtbag Ales

Address: 5435 Corporation Drive

Website: dirtbagales.com

Dirtbag Ales Brewery and Taproom hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including live performances by local artists and a monthly drag brunch presented by Carolina Drag Brunch. To stay updated on Dirtbag's events, visit its Facebook page.

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Spring Lake

Fort Bragg Clay Target Center

Address: 651 E. Manchester Road.

Website: bragg.armymwr.com/programs/clay-target-center

The clay target center is a shotgun shooting facility. All are welcome, from beginners to expert shooters. The center has team members who will help instruct patrons on the basics to hit targets. The facility offers shotgun rentals. Prices vary based on variables including membership and target ammunition. Patrons must be at least 8 years old and anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 21 or older. For pricing, visit the website.

Spring Lake Outpost

A kayaker paddles up the Little River on April 4. Spring Lake Outpost has requested a business waiver from the state to promote outdoor recreation while coronavirus regulations are in place.
A kayaker paddles up the Little River on April 4. Spring Lake Outpost has requested a business waiver from the state to promote outdoor recreation while coronavirus regulations are in place.

Address: 1530 North Bragg Blvd.

Website: springlakeoutpost.com

The Outpost is an outdoor aquatic attraction where patrons can kayak or canoe through the waterways. Prices vary depending on boat size. For ticket prices and booking, visit their website. The Outpost is located at 1530 North Bragg Blvd.

Megaplay Play Center and Party Venue

Address: 217 Skyland Shopping Center

Website: megaplayusa.com

Megaplay is an indoor children's playground. Pricing is $11 per 90-minute play session. All playtimes must be booked in advance through their website.

Axes & Armor

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Address: 409 N. Bragg Blvd.

Website: .axesandarmor.com

Axes & Armor offers ax throwing, a rage room and football bowling

It is open from 6 to 10 p.m. Monday-Thursday 1 to 11 p.m. Friday-Saturday; and 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday.

Staff writer Akira Kyles can be reached at akyles@gannett.com.

This article originally appeared on The Fayetteville Observer: Entertainment in Spring Lake, Hope Mills