Out and About This Weekend (8/15 through 8/17)
This weekend in South Wake, enjoy soccer showdowns, wine tastings, growers markets, trivia nights, and a packed lineup of live music in Holly Springs, Apex, Fuquay-Varina, and beyond.
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:
- Regional
- Holly Springs
- Apex
- Fuquay-Varina.
REGIONAL
Friday, August 15
DETROIT CITY FC AT NCFC
First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park
101 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, NC
https://tickets.northcarolinafc.com/
Saturday, August 16
PORTLAND THORNS AT NC COURAGE
First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park
101 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, NC
https://tickets.nccourage.com/offers/708
7:30 PM
THE SOUL PICNIC 2025
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC
https://www.boothamphitheatre.com/events/detail/the-soul-picnic
Summary: Get ready for an unforgettable experience at this vibrant outdoor festival featuring live music, top DJs, exciting live entertainment, delicious food, and unique merchandise vendors. Whether you're dancing to the beat, exploring local flavors, or shopping with one-of-a-kind creators, The Soul Picnic is where culture comes alive and community comes together. Don't miss this ultimate celebration of soul, joy, and summer vibes!
LOOKING AHEAD
Thursday, August 21
LIVE MUSIC: TOAD THE WET SPROCKET
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC
https://www.boothamphitheatre.com/events/detail/toad-the-wet-sprocket
6:00 PM
YO GABBA GABBA
Durham Performing Arts Center
123 Vivian Street, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events/detail/yo-gabba-gabba2025
Summary: Yo Gabba Gabba! was created by Emmy Award-nominated Christian Jacobs and Scott Schultz and first premiered in 2007. It has since inspired and delighted generations of kids and families with its blend of cutting-edge music, colorful live-action characters, and captivating animation.
Sunday, August 24
LIVE MUSIC: UB40 THE RELENTLESS TOUR 2025
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC
https://www.boothamphitheatre.com/events/detail/ub40
6:00 PM
Tuesday–Sunday, September 2–14
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Durham Performing Arts Center
123 Vivian Street, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events/detail/beauty-and-the-beast-2025
HOLLY SPRINGS
Friday, August 15
LIVE MUSIC: KENNY SHORE
Wine100
100 East Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
WILDLIFE TRIVIA NIGHT
Black Dog Bottle Shop
140 W Holly Springs Rd, Holly Springs, NC
https://blackdogbottleshop.com/
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Summary: Calling all wildlife enthusiasts! Get ready to test your knowledge of incredible animals and more at Wildlife Trivia Night, hosted by South Wake Conservationists, a local chapter of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation. A family-friendly event!
Saturday, August 16
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: OTIS KING BAND
Walley’s Tavern
1110 Kentworth Dr, Holly Springs, NC
https://walleystavernhollysprings.com/
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC: LYDIA SAINT GEORGE
Bombshell Beer Company
120 Quantum St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.bombshellbeer.com/
7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
LIVE MUSIC: DOWNPOUR
Homegrown Pizza
4951 Linksland Dr, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.facebook.com/events/1065649465762954
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC: DEEP 6
Black Dog Bottle Shop
140 W Holly Springs Rd, Holly Springs, NC
https://blackdogbottleshop.com/
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sunday, August 17
YOGA ON THE PATIO
Wine100
100 East Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
11:30 AM — Hosted by Virge Yoga (sign up through Virge Yoga)
APEX
Friday, August 15
LIVE MUSIC: CRUSH
The Backyard Bar
2901 US 64, Apex, NC
https://thebackyardbarnc.com/
8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
LIVE MUSIC: MOONLIGHT RESCUE BAND
Peak of the Vine
115 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com/
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday, August 16
APEX FARMERS MARKET
Depot Plaza
220 N. Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.apexfarmersmarket.com
8:00 AM – Noon
LIVE MUSIC: JAM BISCUIT
The Backyard Bar
2901 US 64, Apex, NC
https://thebackyardbarnc.com/
8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
LIVE MUSIC: SAY MCSHANE BAND
Peak of the Vine
115 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com/
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC: SKULL JAMS
The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge
225 N Salem St, Suite 101, Apex, NC
https://theexchangebarbershop.com/
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC: MAVERICK ROSE
Southern Peak Brewery
950 Windy Rd #100, Apex, NC
https://www.southernpeakbrewery.com/
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC: JIM MORGAN’S MUSIC
Fratelli’s Deli
1481 Richardson Rd, Apex, NC
https://www.facebook.com/events/2214744772319273
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
LAUGH THEORY: STAND-UP COMEDY SHOWCASE
Bottle Theory
3675 Green Level Rd W, Apex, NC
https://www.facebook.com/events/1471581574193775
7:00 PM
RHYTHM & REELS “A MINECRAFT MOVIE”
Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre
2600 Evans Road, Apex, NC
https://www.apexnc.org/1673/Rhythm-Reels---FREE
8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
FUQUAY-VARINA
Friday, August 15
LIVE MUSIC: MOLASSES SKY BAND
Mason Jar
341 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.themasonjartavern.com/
7:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC: PROTON JONES
Aviator Taphouse
600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com/
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC: THE BRODIE CORMACK BAND
The Mill Fuquay
146 S Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.themillfuquay.com/
7:30 PM
LIVE MUSIC: FOR THE PEOPLE
Abbey Road
711 N. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://abbeyroadfuquay.com/
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, August 16
FUQUAY-VARINA GROWERS MARKET
121 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.fvgrowersmarket.com/
8:00 AM – Noon
3RD ANNUAL BRING YOUR OWN POOL PARTY
American Legion Post 116
6400 Johnson Pond Rd, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://alpost116nc.org/
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC: MASKELL FREEMAN BAND
The Brick Fuquay
213 Fayetteville St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.facebook.com/events/3968170643443727
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC: NICHOLAS VERNON
Aviator Taphouse
600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com/
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC: STEVE VEE ACOUSTIC
Wingin’ It Taphouse
1625 N Main St, Suite 109, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://winginitbarandgrille.com/
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC: MATT FROM BOSTON
Aviator Pizzeria & BeerShop
601 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.facebook.com/AviatorBeerShop
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC: HEATHER ROGERS
Oaklyn Springs Brewery
2912 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://brewery.oaklynsprings.com/
7:00 PM
Sunday, August 17
GRILLIN & CHILLIN IN THE PARK
Fleming Loop Park
503 Fleming Loop Rd, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.fuquay-varina.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=9337&month=8&year=2025&day=17&calType=0
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Summary: The Fuquay-Varina Police Department has teamed up with Church Alive, Pine Acres Community Center, and Campbell University to bring you an unforgettable day of family fun at "Grillin and Chillin' in the Park"! Food, Live Music, Kids Events, and Giveaways!