Out and About This Weekend in Holly Springs (NC), Apex & Fuquay-Varina (4/3 through 4/5)
Concerts, festivals, Easter events, markets, comedy, and live music fill the weekend across Holly Springs, Apex, Fuquay-Varina, and the Triangle with options for all ages.
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Note: Listings are presented in the following order:
- Marquee
- Holly Springs
- Apex
- Fuquay-Varina
- Regional
- Sports
Holly Springs, NC, Apr. 3, 2026
Marquee Events
Friday, April 3
Event: Musician Carlos Santana: Oneness Tour 2026
Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 William V Bill Bell Way, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events/detail/santana2026
8:00 PM
Summary: Live performance by Carlos Santana as part of his Oneness Tour 2026.
Event: Don Lemon & DL Hughley
Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC
https://www.martinmariettacenter.com/events/detail/don-lemon-dl-hughley-dl-dl-anything-goes
7:30 PM
Summary: A live conversation event featuring Don Lemon and DL Hughley discussing social issues, culture, and current events.
Event: Forever K-POP: A Celebration Concert
Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC
https://www.martinmariettacenter.com/events/detail/a-celebration-concert-forever-k-pop
7:00 PM
Summary: A high-energy tribute concert featuring popular K-pop hits in a fan-driven live performance.
Saturday, April 4
Event: McLean Farms Easter Festival
McLean Farms Nursery & Ice Cream Shop, 5410 River Rd, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://mcleanfarmsnursery.ticketspice.com/easter-2026?
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Summary: Family-friendly Easter festival with egg hunts, petting zoo, activities, and food at McLean Farms.
Event: Community Easter Egg Hunt
Mason Jar Lager Co, 341 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.masonjarlagerco.com/
11:00 AM
Summary: Free community Easter egg hunt with food trucks, bounce houses, and family activities at Mason Jar Lager Co.
Thursday, April 9
Event: FM2FV Concert Series – Chairmen of the Board
Centennial Square, 102 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.fuquay-varina.org/414/FM2FV-Concert-Series
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Summary: Free outdoor concert series in downtown Fuquay-Varina featuring live music, food trucks, and local vendors.
Friday, April 10
Event: Arrival From Sweden - The Music of ABBA
Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events/detail/arrival_from_sweden2026
8:00 PM
Summary: A touring tribute show celebrating the music of ABBA with live performances by Swedish artists.
Saturday, April 11
Event: Holly Springs SpringsFest 2026
Downtown Holly Springs, 200 Block Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holly-springs-original-springsfest-is-back-free-admission-tickets-1977304755752?aff=oddtdtcreator
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Summary: Free community spring festival featuring live music, food trucks, vendors, and family activities in downtown Holly Springs.
Event: NC Spring Classic Race
Downtown Holly Springs, 242 S Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/NC/HollySprings/NorthCarolinaSpringClassic
Time not listed
Summary: A hometown race event with 5K, 8K, 16K, and ruck options beginning and ending in downtown Holly Springs.
Tuesday, April 14
Event: Bush: The Land of Milk & Honey Tour
Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 S McDowell St, Raleigh, NC
https://www.redhatamphitheater.com/events/detail/bush
7:00 PM
Summary: Rock band Bush performs live as part of their Land of Milk & Honey tour.
Saturday, April 18
Event: An Evening with David Sedaris
Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC
https://www.martinmariettacenter.com/events/detail/an-evening-with-david-sedaris
8:00 PM
Summary: Author David Sedaris presents an evening of humor and storytelling with live readings and commentary.
Saturday, April 25
Event: SpringsFest 2026 by the Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce
Downtown Holly Springs, 344 Raleigh St, Holly Springs, NC
https://hollyspringschamberofcommerce.chambermate.com/event-detail/ynFP8OIFISh1V59ejask9w2/springsfest-2026
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Summary: A free family-friendly festival with vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, a kids zone, a car show, a touch-a-truck, and a hot dog eating contest.
Multiple Dates
Saturday, April 11 – Sunday, April 12
Event: 2026 Battle of the Badges Tournament
North Main Athletic Complex, 101 Sportsmanship Way, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=13403
Various times
Summary: Local fire, police, and EMS departments compete in a softball tournament benefiting Make-A-Wish Eastern North Carolina.
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Holly Springs
Thursday, April 3
Event: Office Hours on the Patio: Holly Springs Council Member Kara Foster
Wine 100, 100 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Summary: Community members can meet with Council Member Kara Foster for an informal discussion on the patio.
Event: Celebrate Owner Sherrier’s Birthday
Wine 100, 100 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
Summary: All-day celebration at Wine 100 marking the owner’s birthday.
Saturday, April 4
Event: Holly Springs Farmers Market
Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/319/Farmers-Market
8:00 AM – Noon
Summary: Weekly farmers market at the Holly Springs Cultural Center with an Egg Hunt on the Lawn scheduled for 10:30 AM.
Event: The Comedy, Magic & Mentalism Show Featuring Gary Goodman
Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://app.arts-people.com/?show=307486
2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Summary: Family-friendly comedy, magic, and mentalism show featuring performer Gary Goodman.
Event: Complimentary Wine Tasting with Geoff Sandberg
Wine 100, 100 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Summary: Complimentary wine tasting event featuring selections from Grapevine Wines.
Live Music: Jazz in the Lounge
Pimiento Tea Room, 200 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.pimientotearoom.com/
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Summary: Live jazz performance in an intimate lounge setting at Pimiento Tea Room.
Live Music: Maskell Freeman Band
Walley’s Tavern, 1004 Werrington Dr, Holly Springs, NC
https://walleystavernhollysprings.com/
7:00 PM
Summary: Live music performance by the Maskell Freeman Band at Walley’s Tavern.
Live Music: Sean Gentri Trio
Niche Wine Lounge, 109 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://nichewinelounge.com/
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Summary: Live performance by the Sean Gentri Trio at Niche Wine Lounge.
Sunday, April 5
Event: Bombshell Easter Egg Hunt
Bombshell Beer Company, 120 Quantum St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.bombshellbeer.com/
Noon
Summary: Easter-themed event featuring egg hunts, family activities, food trucks, and beverages at Bombshell Beer Company.
Apex
Friday, April 3
Live Music: Police & Thieves
Shakey Ray’s Tavern, 5160 Sunset Lake Rd, Apex, NC
https://shakeyrays.com/
7:00 PM
Summary: Live music performance by Police & Thieves at Shakey Ray’s Tavern.
Live Music: Richard Boston
Oaklyn Springs Brewery, 209 N Main St, Apex, NC
https://www.oaklynsprings.com
7:00 PM
Summary: Live music performance by Richard Boston at Oaklyn Springs Brewery.
Live Music: Moonlight Ripple
The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge, 225 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://theexchangebarbershop.com/
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Summary: Live music performance by Moonlight Ripple at The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge.
Saturday, April 4
Event: Apex Farmers Market
Downtown Apex, 220 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.apexfarmersmarket.com/
8:00 AM – Noon
Summary: Weekly farmers market featuring local produce and vendors in downtown Apex.
Event: SuperFun Saturday
The Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.apexnc.org/1994/SuperFun-Saturday
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Summary: Free arts and crafts activities for children ages 4 to 12 with parent supervision required.
Live Music: Peak City Band
The Backyard Bar, 2901 US 64 Hwy W, Apex, NC
https://www.thebackyardbarnc.com/
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Summary: Live music performance by Peak City Band at The Backyard Bar.
Live Music: Sayer McShane
Peak of the Vine, 301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com
8:00 PM
Summary: Live music performance by Sayer McShane at Peak of the Vine.
Live Music: Codey Pollard
Southern Peak Brewery, 1451 Richardson Rd, Apex, NC
https://www.southernpeakbrewery.com/
8:00 PM – Midnight
Summary: Live music performance by Codey Pollard at Southern Peak Brewery.
Live Music: Cover Society
The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge, 225 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://theexchangebarbershop.com/
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Summary: Live music performance by Cover Society at The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge.
Fuquay-Varina
Friday, April 3
Event: Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association’s First Friday
Track Record, 115 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.trackrecordvinyl.com/
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Summary: Monthly First Friday event featuring a live DJ and community gathering in downtown Fuquay-Varina.
Saturday, April 4
Live Music: 80s Unleashed
Aviator Brewery, 688 Brewing Dr, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com/
3:00 PM
Summary: Live music performance featuring 80s-themed hits at Aviator Brewery’s outdoor stage.
Live Music: Dueling Pianos Featuring Blazin’ Keys Entertainment
Mason Jar Lager Co, 341 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.masonjarlagerco.com/
6:00 PM
Summary: Live dueling piano performance at Mason Jar Lager Co.
Live Music: Tom Neuhauser
Aviator Taphouse, 600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Summary: Live music performance by Tom Neuhauser at Aviator Taphouse.
Live Music: Joe’s Cousin
Oaklyn Springs Brewery, 2912 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
http://brewery.oaklynsprings.com/
7:00 PM
Summary: Live music performance by Joe’s Cousin at Oaklyn Springs Brewery.
Regional
Friday, April 3
Event: Bands, Bites, and Boats
Bond Park Boathouse, 190 Bond Park Dr, Cary, NC
https://www.carync.gov/recreation-enjoyment/events/special-events/bands-bites-and-boats-at-bond-park
5:00 PM
Summary: Monthly event with live music, food trucks, and optional boat rentals at Bond Park.
Friday, April 11
Event: Rapper/Songwriter Cardi B: Little Miss Drama Tour
Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events/detail/cardi-b
7:30 PM
Summary: Live concert featuring Cardi B performing as part of her Little Miss Drama Tour.
Saturday, April 18
Event: Arts on the Block 2026
Historic City Market, Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh, NC
https://artspacenc.org/arts-on-the-block/
Noon – 5:00 PM
Summary: An all-ages block party featuring visual art, demonstrations, vendors, food, and community activities.
Sports
Saturday, April 4
Sports: New York Islanders vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events/detail/new-york-islanders-vs-carolina-hurricanes-7
7:00 PM