Out and About This Weekend (10/9 through 10/12)
Fall is here and this South Wake weekend is chock full of family activities, high school football, and a solid lineup of great local musicians!
All Out and About events listed below are independently curated by the Holly Springs Update publisher. None are paid advertisements, nor the result of barter or in-kind exchanges.
Note: Listings are presented in the following order:
- Marquee
- Regional
- Sports
- Holly Springs
- Apex
- Fuquay-Varina
Marquee Events
Multiple Dates
Marquee Event: The Sound of Music
Durham Performing Arts Center
123 Vivian St, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events
October 7-12, Various Times
Friday, October 10
Marquee Event: Grapes, Grains & Giving 2025
The Club at 12 Oaks
2004 Green Oaks Parkway, Holly Springs, NC
https://hsfoodcupboard.org/grapes-grains-giving-2025
6:00 PM
Summary: Annual fundraising event organized by the Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce. Enjoy fine wine, craft beer, food, and both silent and live auctions. The event benefits the Holly Springs Food Cupboard.
Marquee Event: Haunted Trail
Sugg Park
2401 Grigsby Ave, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/1610/Haunted-Trail
Summary: The annual haunted trail at Sugg Farm in October is recommended for ages 14 and older, but younger children are allowed when accompanied by a parent. Along the trail, you’ll find all types monsters ranging from zombies to scary clowns and everything in between.
Saturday, October 11
Marquee Event: Family Spooktacular
Sugg Park
2401 Grigsby Ave, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/2524/Family-Spooktacular
Summary: Geared for ages 3-11, this free event includes candy stations, games, and slime-making. Children are invited to participate in costume contests. Gather around the fire to roast marshmallows to perfection for smore’s.
Saturday, October 18
Marquee Event: Jeepin’ For Sweet Dreams
Oaklyn Springs Brewery
2912 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://brewery.oaklynsprings.com
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Summary: This event brings together Jeep lovers and our local community to raise awareness and support for children in need: “No kid sleeps on the floor in our town!” Every pint poured, every raffle ticket sold, and every Jeep that rolls in helps us make a difference. More info – shpbeds.org
Regional
Multiple Dates
Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard And Soft Tour
Lenovo Center
1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events
October 16-17, 7:00 PM
North Carolina Home Show
Raleigh Convention Center
500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh NC
https://www.homeshowsnc-rc.com/free-pass
October 11-12, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Oct 11), 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Oct 12)
Summary: Admission is free with online registration or $10 at the door.
Thursday, October 9
Hockey: New Jersey Devils vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Lenovo Center
1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events
7:30 PM
Friday, October 10
Soccer: NC FC vs. Phoenix Rising FC
First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park
201 Soccer Park Dr., Cary, NC
https://www.northcarolinafc.com/schedule
7:00 PM
Saturday, October 11
Event: Hum Sub Diwali
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC https://www.boothamphitheatre.com/events/detail/hum-sub-diwali-2025
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Summary: Bring your families and friends for a daylong cultural immersion into the Indian subcontinent filled with lots of entertainment, shopping, sumptuous food and breathtaking fireworks.
Soccer: NC Courage vs. Washington Spirit
First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park
201 Soccer Park Dr., Cary, NC
https://www.nccourage.com/schedule
7:30 PM
Wednesday, October 15
Event: A Conversation with Kamala Harris
Durham Performing Arts Center
123 Vivian St, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events/detail/kamala_harris2025
7:00 PM
Saturday, October 18
Event: Steve Martin & Martin Short
Durham Performing Arts Center
123 Vivian St, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events
4:00 PM & 8:00 PM
High School Football
Thursday, October 9
Football: Middle Creek JV at Felton Grove JV https://www.maxpreps.com/nc/apex/felton-grove-galaxy/football/jv/ 6:45 PM
Friday, October 10
Football: Holly Springs High School at Cardinal Gibbons, 7:00 PM
https://www.hollyspringsathleticzone.com/sports/boys-football/schedule?team=boys-football-5230324&year=2025-2026
Football: Willow Spring High School at Apex High School, 7:00 PM
https://www.apexathleticzone.com/sports/boys-football/schedule?team=boys-football-5229935&year=2025-2026
Football: Green Level at Apex Friendship High, 7:00 PM
https://www.apexfriendshipathleticzone.com/sports/boys-football/schedule?team=boys-football-5307056&year=2025-2026
Football: Fuquay Varina High School [OFF THIS WEEK]
https://www.fuquayvarinaathleticzone.com/sports/boys-football/schedule?team=boys-football-5230170&year=2025-2026
Football: Middle Creek High School [OFF THIS WEEK]
https://www.middlecreekathleticzone.com/sports/boys-football/schedule?team=boys-football-5230260&year=2025-2026
Football: Willow Spring High School at Apex High School, 7:00 PM
https://www.willowspringathleticzone.com/sports/boys-football/schedule?team=boys-football-5307256&year=2025-2026
Thursday, October 16
Event: Youth Sports Night
Felton Grove High School
5100 Thriftwood Dr, Apex, NC
https://www.feltongroveathleticzone.com
6:45 PM
Summary: Football game vs. Cary HS. FREE admission to students wearing their Pop Warner, Middle School Football, Dance, or Cheer jerseys or uniforms! Meet at the track at 6:20 PM to join the on-field team entrance celebration and tunnel!
Holly Springs
Friday, October 10
Live Music: Richard Boston
Niche Wine Lounge
109 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.facebook.com/NicheWineLounge
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday, October 11
Event: Barktoberfest
Black Dog Bottle Shop
140 W Holly Springs Rd, Holly Springs, NC
https://blackdogbottleshop.com
Noon – 10:00 PM
Summary: Furry friends and fantastic beer!
Event: Farmers Market
Holly Springs Cultural Center
300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/319/Farmers-Market
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Live Music: Holly Springs Community Band: European Vacation
Holly Springs Cultural Center
300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=hscc
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Live Music: Strange Invitation
Niche Wine Lounge
109 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.facebook.com/NicheWineLounge
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Kevin Van Sant, guitar & Paul Creel, bass
Pimiento Tea Room
200 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.pimientotearoom.com/ptr-after-dark
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Live Music: Tone Merchants
Walley’s Tavern
1110 Kentworth Dr, Holly Springs, NC
https://walleystavernhollysprings.com
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Event: Complimentary Wine tasting with Geoff Sandberg of Grapevine Distributing Wine100
100 East Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Live Music: On the Patio with The Stolen Goods
Wine100
100 East Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday, October 12
Event: LoopsyDaisy permanent jewelry pop-up shop on the patio
Wine100
100 East Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Saturday, October 25
Event: HollyFest
Sugg Park
2401 Grigsby Ave, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/356/HollyFest
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Summary: Featuring local artists, businesses, food vendors, children’s activities, and local entertainment, this free event is a Holly Springs tradition.
Apex
Thursday, October 9
Live Music: Kaylee Grace
Peak of the Vine
301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Friday, October 10
Live Music: Al Williams Band
The Backyard Bar
2901 US 64 Apex, NC
https://thebackyardbarnc.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Harvey Dalton Arnold
The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge
225 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://theexchangebarbershop.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Humble Braggers
Peak of the Vine
301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday, October 11
Live Music: Atomic Blonde
The Backyard Bar
2901 US 64 Apex, NC
https://thebackyardbarnc.com
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live Music: 80’s Unleashed
Shakey Ray’s Tavern
5160 Sunset Lane Rd, Apex, NC
https://shakeyrays.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Event: Apex Farmers Market
Depot Plaza
220 N. Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.apexfarmersmarket.com
8:00 AM – Noon
Live Music: The Cheeze Factor
Oaklyn Springs Brewery – Apex
209 N Salem St, Apex
8:00 PM
Live Music: Forest Rising Acoustic
Oaklyn Springs Brewery – Apex
209 N Salem St, Apex
https://www.facebook.com/events/1277596180293379
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live Music: Mindy Hiteshue Trio
Peak of the Vine
301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Myers Brothers Band
The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge
225 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://theexchangebarbershop.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Savanna Bassett
Bottle Theory
3675 Green Level Rd W, Apex, NC
https://apexbottletheory.com
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Fuquay-Varina
Friday, October 10
Live Music: 2DIGH4
Abbey Road Fuquay
711 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://abbeyroadfuquay.com
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live Music: Barefoot and Sons
Fainting Goat Brewing Company
330 S Main St, Fuquay-Varina
https://www.faintinggoatbeer.com
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Live Music: Joe Conroy Band
Aviator Hangar Bar
209 Technology Ln, Fuquay-Varina
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Event: Octoberfest
Mason Jar
341 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://b90.ada.myftpupload.com
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Summary: Competitions! German Food! Beer!
Saturday, October 11
Live Music: B2WINS
Fuquay-Varina Arts Center
123 E. Vance Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.fuquay-varina.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=9354
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Summary: Growing up in the violent, impoverished slums of Rio De Janeiro, the Twins began playing classical music on violins their father handmade. They used music as an escape from their reality and began teaching others in their neighborhood to do the same. After being featured on National Public Radio, the Twins were invited to the U.S. on full ride music scholarships.
Live Music: Garland Mason
The Brick
213 Fayetteville St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092392280823
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Event: Fuquay-Varina Growers Market
Fuquay-Varina Growers Market 121 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.fvgrowersmarket.com/
8:00 AM – Noon
Live Music: King Pappy
Aviator Pizzeria & Beer Shop
601 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina
https://www.aviatorbrew.com/pizzeria
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Mixtape
Aviator Hangar Bar
209 Technology Ln, Fuquay-Varina
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Live Music: Neon Lights Band
American Legion Post 116
6400 Johnson Pond Rd, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://alpost116nc.org
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live Music: Ship of Fools
Fainting Goat Brewing Company
330 S Main St, Fuquay-Varina
https://www.faintinggoatbeer.com
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Event: Sip n’ Shop Market
Fainting Goat Brewing Company
330 S Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.faintinggoatbeer.com
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Summary: Enjoy the fall weather! Fainting Goat beer, live music by Vaughns Music, a solid lineup off artisans, and delicious food by The Yinzers.