Quarterly Swap Meet at Black Ops Paintball — A day of trading, upgrading, and community for paintball and airsoft enthusiasts

FAYETTEVILLE EVENTS FIELD GUIDE

Quarterly Swap Meet at Black Ops Paintball — A day of trading, upgrading, and community for paintball and airsoft enthusiasts

A seven-hour event in Fayetteville where players, collectors, and vendors buy, sell, and trade paintball and airsoft gear — this guide lays out the schedule, vendor limit, and what to bring.

Quarterly Swap Meet at Black Ops Paintball — A day of trading, upgrading, and community for paintball and airsoft enthusiasts.

Duration
7 Hours
Location
Fayetteville
Operator
Black Ops Paintball
Category
Events
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

The Quarterly Swap Meet at Black Ops Paintball in Fayetteville is a focused day-long market for paintball and airsoft gear, where players, collectors and vendors bring guns, masks, tactical kit and accessories to sell, trade, or purchase. It’s designed as a community-run marketplace that concentrates buying and selling into a single seven-hour window to help gear change hands quickly and efficiently.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

Sell Your Gear On the Spot
THE MARKET

Sell Your Gear On the Spot

Bring used or new equipment and set up at one of the vendor tables to sell directly to buyers; vendors should plan and market their items to maximize sales.

Shop a Wide Variety of Gear
THE DEALS

Shop a Wide Variety of Gear

From guns and masks to tactical accessories, the swap meet gathers a range of paintball and airsoft equipment where shoppers can hunt for bargains and upgrades.

Networking and Local Scene
THE COMMUNITY

Networking and Local Scene

The event doubles as a community gathering—players, collectors and vendors use the swap meet to trade stories, compare setups, and plan future games together.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

The swap meet unfolds as a compact marketplace: vendor check-in opens in the morning, a steady shopping period follows, and by late afternoon vendors begin teardown. It’s a single-day pulse of buying and selling where preparation—tables, payment readiness, and promotion—shapes your success.

Sell Your Gear On the Spot

THE MARKET

Sell Your Gear On the Spot

Bring used or new equipment and set up at one of the vendor tables to sell directly to buyers; vendors should plan and market their items to maximize sales.

Shop a Wide Variety of Gear

THE DEALS

Shop a Wide Variety of Gear

From guns and masks to tactical accessories, the swap meet gathers a range of paintball and airsoft equipment where shoppers can hunt for bargains and upgrades.

Networking and Local Scene

THE COMMUNITY

Networking and Local Scene

The event doubles as a community gathering—players, collectors and vendors use the swap meet to trade stories, compare setups, and plan future games together.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this event suits — and the one hard limit to plan around.

1
VendorsThis event is for sellers prepared to bring a table and payment processing; note that vendor spots are limited, so plan to register or arrive early to secure one.
2
Bargain HuntersShoppers looking for used or discounted paintball and airsoft gear will find a concentrated selection during the official shopping hours.
3
CollectorsCollectors are a named part of the audience and can expect to encounter specialty items offered by vendors and fellow attendees.
4
Community PlayersLocal players who want to trade gear, network, or scout setups before their next game will find the swap meet useful as a community gathering.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The event runs seven hours total: vendor check-in opens at 9:00 a.m., shopping starts at 10:00 a.m., and takedown must begin at 4:00 p.m.

Meeting Point

All attendees should arrive at 2112 River Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28312 for check-in and setup.

What to Bring

Vendors should bring a table cover and either a cash bag or payment-processing capability to complete sales on site.

Vendor Capacity

There is a hard limit of 20 vendor spots at this swap meet; market and share the event to increase your chances of sales.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What time does vendor check-in open?

Vendor check-in opens at 9:00 a.m.

When can customers start shopping?

Customers are allowed to start shopping at 10:00 a.m.

How long is the event?

The swap meet runs for seven hours total.

Where is the meeting or check-in location?

The meeting location is 2112 River Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28312.

Is there a limit on the number of vendors?

Yes — there is a limit of 20 vendors.

What should vendors bring to be ready to sell?

Vendors should bring a table cover and a cash bag or payment-processing capability.