Out and About This Weekend (11/14 through 11/16)
Your South Wake weekend is here! Enjoy the Fuquay-Varina Film Festival, JazzLive, School of Rock, Paws & Thanks Pets-Giving, and tons of live local music and farmers markets this weekend!
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
- Holly Springs
- Apex
- Fuquay-Varina
Guide: South Wake County (NC) Holiday Events & Key Dates Guide for 2025 (click here)
Marquee Events
Multiple Dates
Marquee Event: Carolina Youth Ballet: Magical Nutcracker
Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC
https://www.martinmariettacenter.com
November 14 & 15, 7:00 PM, 12:00 PM, & 4:00 PM
Summary: Step into the magic of the season with The Nutcracker! Join Clara on her enchanted journey through a sparkling winter wonderland filled with dancing snowflakes, toy soldiers, and the dazzling Sugar Plum Fairy.
Marquee Event: Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
Durham Performing Arts Center
123 Vivian St, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events
November 14, 15, & 16, Various Times
Saturday, November 15
Marquee Event: Live Music: Sayer McShane
The Brick
213 Fayetteville St, Fuquay-Varina, NC https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092392280823
7:00 PM
Summary: As they take the stage for one of their final shows, join in raising a sparkling Electric Ruby in their honor. 50% of every Electric Ruby sold will be donated to support their health and care.
Sunday, November 16
Marquee Event: JazzLive with Lenore Raphael & Friends
The Halle Cultural Arts Center
237 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.apexnc.org/1957/JazzLive
3:00 PM
Summary: Showcasing internationally renowned Steinway Artist, Grammy nominee, and jazz pianist extraordinaire Lenore Raphael & friends from around the globe. Cited by jazz critics as “one of the best pianists in the jazz mainstream today”, Lenore is a familiar face at the top jazz festivals and clubs around the world.
Marquee Event: Live Music: School of Rock Live!
Black Dog Bottle Shop
140 W Holly Springs Rd, Holly Springs, NC
https://blackdogbottleshop.com
3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Summary: Join us for an afternoon of incredible live music as the School of Rock Holly Springs and School of Rock Raleigh House Bands perform at Black Dog Bottle Shop! These talented young musicians will bring the energy with a mix of classic rock favorites and modern hits, all performed with the passion and power that only School of Rock can deliver. Grab a drink, kick back, and support local music and young artists!
Saturday, November 22
Marquee Event: The Kindness in Cans Food Drive
Thanks A Latte
161 Oakview Commons Dr, Holly Springs, NC
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Summary: Non-profit, Spare Some Change, in conjunction with Thanks A Latte, is holding a food can drive to benefit the Holly Springs Food Cupboard. Bring your non-perishable, non-expired cans and enjoy Oakview Commons businesses.
Marquee Event: The Rink
Red Hat Amphitheater
500 South McDowell St, Raleigh, NC https://www.redhatamphitheater.com/events/rink-40
Various Times
Summary: Enjoy the thrill of ice skating in a winter wonderland created in the heart of Downtown Raleigh! THE RINK features a natural ice-skating rink with stunning views of the Raleigh skyline. Tickets are available online and in person at the Martin Marietta Center box office (M-F 10am-2pm).
Marquee Event: Town of Holly Springs Performing Arts Showcase: Drama, Fall 2025
Holly Springs Cultural Center
300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://app.arts-people.com/?show=301464
12:00 PM
Summary: The Holly Springs Playhouse proudly presents a special end-of-season showcase, highlighting the talents of students from Drama Adventures, Improv 101, and Musical Theatre.
Sunday, November 23
Marquee Event: Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet
Durham Performing Arts Center
123 Vivian St, Durham, NC https://www.dpacnc.com/events
2:00 PM & 6:00 PM
Marquee Event: Thanksgiving Grand Tasting event
Wine100
100 East Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Summary: Five to six top-tier wine suppliers will be on hand, showcasing 20+ hand-picked selections from around the world, to help make choosing and pairing the wines for your Holiday Meal an effortless success! Tickets available at https://www.wine100nc.com/event/21683.
Regional
Friday, November 14
Event: Hockey: Vancouver Canucks vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Lenovo Center
1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events
7:00 PM
Event: Basketball: NC Central vs. UNC
Dean Smith Center
Chapel Hill, NC
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/Z7r9jZ1A7j3FK?landing=c
9:00 PM
Event: Basketball: Indiana State vs. Duke
Cameron Stadium
Durham, NC
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/Z7r9jZ1A7qkO_?landing=c
7:00 PM
Saturday, November 15
Event: Hockey: Edmonton Oilers vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Lenovo Center
1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events
7:00 PM
Monday, November 17
Event: College Basketball: VCU vs. NC State
Lenovo Center
1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events
7:00 PM
Thursday, November 20
Live Music: Boz Scaggs
Durham Performing Arts Center
123 Vivian St, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events
7:30 PM
Holly Springs
Saturday, November 15
Event: Farmers Market
Holly Springs Cultural Center
300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/319/Farmers-Market
9:00 AM - Noon
Event: 29 Bottles of Beer on the Wall: Sean Gentri Birthday Celebration
Niche Wine Lounge
109 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC https://www.facebook.com/NicheWineLounge/events
8:00 PM
Summary: Sean Gentri turns 29, and we’re celebrating the only way we know how: with live music, laughter, and maybe 29 bottles (or glasses) of something delicious. Join us!
Live Music: The Back Roads
Bombshell Beer Company
120 Quantum St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.bombshellbeer.com
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live Music: The Sean Gentri Trio
Niche Wine Lounge
109 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC https://www.facebook.com/NicheWineLounge/events
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Party Rock Night featuring The Tone Merchants
Walley’s Tavern
1004 Werrington Dr, Holly Springs, NC
https://walleystavernhollysprings.com
7:00 PM
Live Music: Frank Longino, piano
Pimiento Tea Room
200 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.pimientotearoom.com/ptr-after-dark
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday, November 16
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
Apex
Friday, November 14
Live Music: Heavy Weather-Yacht Rock
The Backyard Bar
2901 US 64, Apex, NC
https://thebackyardbarnc.com
8:00 PM
Live Music: 9 One 9 Band
Shakey Ray’s Tavern
5160 Sunset Lane Rd, Apex, NC
https://shakeyrays.com
Live Music: Joe’s Cousin – Wyatt – The One Man Band
Peak of the Vine
301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Steve Vee featuring Keith G
The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge
225 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://theexchangebarbershop.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday, November 15
Event: Apex Farmers Market
Depot Plaza
220 N. Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.apexfarmersmarket.com
8:00 AM – Noon
Event: Paws & Thanks Pets-Giving
Oaklyn Springs Brewery – Apex
209 N Salem St, Apex
https://www.facebook.com/events/787615597473802
2:00 PM
Summary: Come out, grab a beer, spoil your pup, and enjoy a cozy afternoon full of community, wagging tails, a dog costume contest, pet vendors, and thankful hearts.
Live Music: Crush Band
The Backyard Bar
2901 US 64, Apex, NC
https://thebackyardbarnc.com
8:00 PM
Live Music: Molasses Sky
The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge
225 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://theexchangebarbershop.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Maskell Freeman Band
Peak of the Vine
301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: RAAD OG
Shakey Ray’s Tavern
5160 Sunset Lane Rd, Apex, NC
https://shakeyrays.com
Live Music: Savanna Bassett
Bottle Theory
3675 Green Level Rd W, Apex, NC
https://apexbottletheory.com
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday, November 16
Live Music: The Water Treaders
Bottle Theory
3675 Green Level Rd W, Apex, NC
https://apexbottletheory.com
2:00 PM
Fuquay-Varina
Friday, November 14
Event: Fuquay-Varina Film Festival
Fuquay-Varina Arts Center
123 E Vance St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=fvac
Various Times
Summary: Presenting a diverse, curated array of short films. Filmmakers and audience can expect to see the best submissions from around the country, participate in workshops and panel discussions, and more.
Event: Sloane: A Jazz Singer Film
Fuquay-Varina Arts Center
123 E Vance St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=fvac
6:30 PM
Summary: Legendary singer Carol Sloane prepares for one final live recording in New York City while reflecting on her rich yet largely unknown career, featuring some of the greatest names in music, from Ella Fitzgerald to The Rolling Stones.
Live Music: Aaron Pelsue
Mason Jar
341 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.masonjarlagerco.com
6:00 PM
Live Music: Barefoot & Sons
Fainting Goat Brewing Company
330 S Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.faintinggoatbeer.com
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Live Music: Jake & Johanna
The Brick
213 Fayetteville St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092392280823
6:00 PM
Live Music: Lydia & Jorga
The Mill
146 S Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.themillfuquay.com
7:30 PM
Live Music: Mathieu Raney
Oaklyn Springs Brewery -Fuquay
2912 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://brewery.oaklynsprings.com
7:00 PM
Live Music: Nicholas Vernon
Aviator Taphouse
600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday, November 15
Event: Fuquay-Varina Film Festival
Fuquay-Varina Arts Center
123 E Vance St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=fvac
Various Times
Summary: Presenting a diverse, curated array of short films. Filmmakers and audience can expect to see the best submissions from around the country, participate in workshops and panel discussions, and more.
Live Music: Jason Bunch
Aviator Taphouse
600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Jim Biscuit Band
Aviator Pizzeria & Beer Shop
601 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina
https://www.aviatorbrew.com/pizzeria
7:00 PM
Live Music: Mathieu Raney
Fainting Goat Brewing Company
330 S Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.faintinggoatbeer.com
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live Music: Pine 1Nine
Oaklyn Springs Brewery
2912 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://brewery.oaklynsprings.com
7:00 PM
Live Music: Thousand Ways Duo
Oaklyn Springs Brewery -Fuquay
2912 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://brewery.oaklynsprings.com
7:00 PM
Sunday, November 16
Live Music: Andy Hodgson Music
Aviator Taphouse
600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Monday, December 1
Event: Holiday Mill Market
The Mill
146 S Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.themillfuquay.com
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Summary: 65+ local vendors, food trucks, and live music with Tunnel Road.