Out and About This Weekend (9/12 through 9/14)
Experience an Eco Kids Animal Discovery Walk, a Whiskey, Wine & Fire celebration, and live music from a variety pf artists this weekend in Holly Springs, Apex, Fuquay-Varina, and nearby towns.
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
- High School Football
- Holly Springs
- Apex
- Fuquay-Varina.
Regional
Friday, September 12
Live Music: The World of Hans Zimmer
Lenovo Center
1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events/detail/the-world-of-hans-zimmer
8:00 PM
Soccer: NC FC vs. El Paso Locomotive FC
First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park
201 Soccer Park Dr., Cary, NC
https://tickets.northcarolinafc.com/offers/703
7:00 PM
Saturday, September 13
Eco Kids Animal Discovery Walk
Harris Energy & Environmental Center
3932 New Hill Holleman Rd, New Hill, NC
https://southwakeconservationists.org/2025/08/31/eco-kids-animal-signs-discovery-walk-2
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Summary: It is a great time of year to bring the family outdoors for a fun discovery walk in the woods! Guided by environmental educator Bonnie Eamick, follow an easy path through the woods and along a stream to find all sorts of clues that animals have been there.
Live Music: Nelly with Ja Rule
Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
https://www.livenation.com/event/G5eVZbbQlnPeG/nelly-with-ja-rule-special-guests-where-the-party-at-tour
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Soccer: NC Courage vs. Angel City
First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park
201 Soccer Park Dr., Cary, NC
https://www.nccourage.com/match/b92c243b806e4f41bce41acac3dc2907/north-carolina-courage-vs-angel-city
12:30 PM
Event: Whiskey, Wine & Fire
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC
https://www.boothamphitheatre.com/events/detail/whiskey-wine-fire-copy
Summary: This exclusive foodie celebration will feature: Whiskey Bars, Elegant Wines & Cocktails, Great Music, Tented Food Stations, Food Trucks, & Restaurants, and intimate firepits.
Sunday, September 14
Live Music: Koka Kids Concert: Laurie Berkner Live
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC
https://www.boothamphitheatre.com/events/detail/laurie-berkner-live
3:00 PM
Summary: Pack your picnics and get ready to sing and dance with the “queen of kids music” at Laurie’s “Greatest Hits” solo show.
Live Music: The Robert Cray Band
Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
2 E South St, Raleigh, NC
https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-robert-cray-band-raleigh-north-carolina-09-14-2025/event/2D0062C4BEB83705
8:00 PM
High School Football
Thursday, September 11
Football: Felton Grove JV vs. TMSA JV
South Wake High School Football
5100 Thriftwood Dr, Apex, NC 27530
https://www.maxpreps.com/nc/apex/felton-grove-galaxy/football/jv/
6:30 PM
Summary: Felton Grove win: 42-14
Friday, September 12
Football: Apex High School at Chapel Hill High School
Chapel Hill High School [AWAY GAME]
https://www.apexathleticzone.com/sports/boys-football/schedule?team=boys-football-5229935&year=2025-2026
7:00 PM
Football: Apex Friendship High School at Holly Springs High School
Holly Springs High School [AWAY GAME]
https://www.apexfriendshipathleticzone.com/sports/boys-football/schedule?team=boys-football-5307056&year=2025-2026
7:00 PM
Football: Fuquay Varina High School vs. Willow Spring High School
Fuquay Varina High School [HOME GAME]
https://www.fuquayvarinaathleticzone.com/sports/boys-football/schedule?team=boys-football-5230170&year=2025-2026
7:30 PM
Football: Holly Springs High School Vs. Apex Friendship High School
Holly Springs High School [HOME GAME]
https://www.hollyspringsathleticzone.com/sports/boys-football/schedule?team=boys-football-5230324&year=2025-2026
7:00 PM
Football: Middle Creek High School vs. Eastern Wayne High School
Middle Creek High School [HOME GAME]
https://www.middlecreekathleticzone.com/sports/boys-football/schedule?team=boys-football-5230260&year=2025-2026
7:00 PM
Football: Willow Spring High School at Fuquay-Varina High School
Fuquay-Varina High School [AWAY GAME]
https://www.willowspringathleticzone.com/sports/boys-football/schedule?team=boys-football-5307256&year=2025-2026
7:30 PM
Holly Springs
Saturday, September 13
Live Music: Beatlesque
Holly Springs Cultural Center
300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=290229
7:30 PM
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: Confidence Kryptonite
Niche Wine Lounge
109 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.facebook.com/NicheWineLounge
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Jazz in the Lounge
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: Ryan Mullaney
Bombshell Brewing Company
120 Quantum St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.bombshellbeer.com
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Event: Complimentary wine tasting with Adam Greene of Proof Wines
Wine100
100 East Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, September 14
Event: Fuq'n Vinyl, vinyl record pop-up shop inside
Wine100
100 East Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Thursday, September 18
Event: 2025 Mayoral Candidate Forum
Holly Springs Cultural Art Center
300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://hollyspringschamberofcommerce.chambermate.com/event-detail?e=8DqGc6171SXgvHiP0bcnjg2
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Apex
Friday, September 12
Live Music: PINE1NINE
The Backyard Bar
2901 US 64 Apex, NC
https://thebackyardbarnc.com/
8:00 PM
Saturday, September 13
Event: Apex Farmers Market
Depot Plaza
220 N. Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.apexfarmersmarket.com
8:00 AM – Noon
Live Music: Midnight Sun
Bottle Theory
3675 Green Level Rd W, Apex, NC
https://apexbottletheory.com/
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Event: Post Race Celebration
Bottle Theory
3675 Green Level Rd W, Apex, NC
https://apexbottletheory.com/
10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Live Music: Killing the Void
The Backyard Bar
2901 US 64 Apex, NC
https://thebackyardbarnc.com/
8:00 PM
Live Music: Chessie & The Quitters
The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge
225 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://theexchangebarbershop.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Sayer McShane
Shakey Ray’s Tavern
5160 Sunset Lane Rd, Apex, NC
https://shakeyrays.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Skeleton Crew
Peak of the Vine
301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Fuquay-Varina
Friday, September 12
Live Music: Against The Odds
Abbey Road
711 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://abbeyroadfuquay.com
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live Music: Raleigh Julia Golden
Aviator Taphouse
600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com/
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: 5th Time Around Band
Mason Jar
341 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://b90.ada.myftpupload.com
7:00 PM
Saturday, September 13
Live Music: Mojo Foot
American Legion Post 116
6400 Johnson Pond Rd, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://alpost116nc.org
6:30 PM
Live Music: Oak City Polka Kings
Aviator Hangar Bar
688 Brewing Dr, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com/brewery/
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Live Music: RAAD O.G.
Aviator Hangar Bar
688 Brewing Dr, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com/brewery/
8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Live Music: Kevin Lee
Aviator Taphouse
600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com/
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Chris Cole
Cleveland Draft House of Fuquay
1420 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.clevelanddrafthouse.com/fuquay-varina
7:30 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
Event: International Cultural Festival
Fuquay-Varina Arts Center
123 E Vance St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.fuquay-varina.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=9338
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Summary: Experience international foods, kids’ activities, incredible performances, and opportunities to learn about different countries.
Live Music: Richard Boston
Oaklyn Springs Brewery
2912 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://brewery.oaklynsprings.com
6:00 PM
Live Music: Rockzilla
The Brick
213 Fayetteville St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092392280823
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday, September 14
Live Music: Jared Place
Aviator Taphouse
600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com/
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM